ZZ** Do Not Use Zeiss Lens Hood For 50mm F/1.4 ZE, ZF

The Zeiss lens hood is specifically designed for new Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 ZE and ZF lenses. The lens hood is designed to protect the lens from extraneous light and preserve the front lens element. Reducing the amount of non-essential light falling onto the front lens element increases the optical performance, thus producing a more saturated image.