JJC ALC-SH136 lens hood for FE 24-240
Product description
Buying the right lens hood can make a noticeable difference to how your Sony FE 24-240mm photos handle bright conditions. This JJC Bayonet ALC-SH136 Lens Hood replaces the Sony ALC-SH136 hood and is designed to help reduce unwanted stray light reaching the front element. It also supports a 72 mm filter and a lens cap, so you can keep your existing kit workflow without constant swapping. ✅
If you shoot outdoors, in strong sun, or in mixed lighting where flare can be an issue, a well fitting hood is a practical upgrade for everyday contrast and image consistency. The bayonet style makes it straightforward to attach, and the matte interior finish is intended to minimise internal reflections and help limit vignetting. 🌞
Key features
This lens hood is a direct replacement for the Sony ALC-SH136, built around the same bayonet approach so it can mount cleanly on the Sony FE 24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens. By extending and shading the end of the lens, it aims to prevent stray light entering from angles you would not normally notice. That means you can spend less time second guessing flare and more time focusing on composition. 📷
The interior uses a non glare matte finish to help prevent reflections inside the hood. It is also designed to avoid vignetting when the hood is fitted, which matters if you often shoot at wider settings and want the frame to stay clean at the edges. In everyday terms, it is a simple piece of optics support equipment that helps protect image quality during real world shooting.
A useful detail is that it supports a 72 mm filter and a lens cap. That combination can reduce friction in your routine, especially when you regularly switch between filters, such as for protection or creative effects, and then want to cap the lens between shoots. The hood is also made from high quality ABS, with extra length adding some additional protection against accidental bumps and scratches.
Finally, the hood can be attached backwards for more compact storage. That is handy when you are working in a bag or moving between locations, because it lets you carry the kit without leaving the hood in an awkward position. 🙂
Tech specs
- Type: Lens hood replacement
- Lens compatibility: Sony FE 24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens, SEL24240
- Bayonet fit: Replaces Sony ALC-SH136 lens hood
- Filter size supported: 72 mm filter
- Lens cap support: Lens cap compatible
- Construction material: ABS
- Design notes: Backwards attachment for compact storage
What to know
This hood is designed to prevent unwanted stray light by extending and shading the end of the lens. In practice, that means fewer flare artefacts and better contrast when you are shooting toward bright sources or when the light is arriving from the side. It also helps to minimise flare by deflecting stray light from entering the lens.
Keep in mind that correct hood orientation and a snug fit matter. If the hood is not seated properly, it may not provide the intended shading and reflection control, which is the main reason for using a hood at all. Also, because the hood supports a 72 mm filter and a lens cap, you can usually keep your current 72 mm accessories, but you should still confirm they suit your setup before making it your default.
For storage and transport, the backwards attachment design can help you keep the lens and hood together more neatly. That can be especially useful on travel days when you are packing and unpacking quickly. 🌍
The compatibility list in the original product information covers Sony A1 II, A6400, A6500, A6600, A6700, A7 IV, A7R V, A7CR, A9 III, and ZV-E1 cameras. If your camera and lens combination matches the stated compatibility, this hood should fit into your existing system with minimal fuss.
What you’ll notice day to day
When you fit a bayonet lens hood like this one, the difference is often felt more than seen in a single image. On bright days, it can help reduce flare and improve contrast, so colours look a little cleaner and highlights behave more predictably. That makes it a sensible accessory for everyday shooting, not just for occasional photo trips.
It also supports a practical workflow. Because it is made to allow attaching a 72 mm filter and a lens cap, it can be easier to keep your lens covered between takes and still use filters when you want them. The ABS build is there to offer added protection from bumps and scratching, which is especially relevant if your lens goes in and out of a bag a lot.
If you want a straightforward replacement for Sony ALC-SH136 on the FE 24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens, this JJC hood is built for that exact job. It is designed to extend shade where you need it, with a non glare matte interior to help reduce reflections and limit vignetting when the hood is on.