Replacement Lens cap for the XL1s? at DVinfo.net

Nick Weeks · March 4th, 2006, 12:14 PM

Does anyone know where I can find a replacement lens cap for the XL1s? I'm using an old 35mm cap for a 72mm lens, and its cumbersome to get on and off because the grips are not in the center. I've searched on the net but can't seem to find anything, and my local camera stores around here don't have just a replacement cap. Any ideas?

Don Palomaki · March 5th, 2006, 06:22 AM

You could call the Canon toll-free number navigate to the parts section and order one from Canon - probably not cheap.
Believe the part number of the cap for the standard XL1 lens is something like:
CAP, LENS, YF1-0008-000 000.

Mike Quinones · March 5th, 2006, 09:24 AM

Or you can go to a Photography store and buy a regular 72mm lens cap that will fit just fine.

Frank Meek · March 26th, 2006, 03:11 PM

This is probably more than you're asking for, but as with all things Porta-Brace, this is a killer accessory.

http://www.portabrace.com/product_detail_A.php?id=311

Hope it helps.

Nick Weeks · March 26th, 2006, 05:45 PM

Your link doesn't work, but is this what you're referring to?

http://www.portabrace.com/product_detail_A.php?id=3117

have you used this before? Would you recommend it?

Frank Meek · March 27th, 2006, 11:42 AM

Sorry, I rushed to copy the link and apparently missed the last number.
Yes, this is exactly the product to which I was referring and a) no. I have not used it as it has just been released. But, b), I own many Porta Brace products and not one of them has EVER been less than excellent and they all perform perfectly, and usually better than advertised. These folks do their homework and make this stuff right there in Vermont, a needle's toss away...excellent workpersonship and quality control. And, c), no, I do not work for them, nor have I ever received any of their products for free or less than
retail...unfortunately. d) I am ordering one for myself, as I most of my work is in the harsh and unpredictable year-around weather of the Rockies; less than studio conditions to be certain.

Chris Emmerson · June 22nd, 2006, 03:06 AM

I've just got a Hama standard 72mm lens as replacement fro my original and it works absolutely fine, with a similar locking system to the Canon one. £4 here in the UK

March 4th, 2006, 12:14 PM	#1
Nick Weeks Major Player Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Birmingham, AL USA Posts: 722	Replacement Lens cap for the XL1s? Does anyone know where I can find a replacement lens cap for the XL1s? I'm using an old 35mm cap for a 72mm lens, and its cumbersome to get on and off because the grips are not in the center. I've searched on the net but can't seem to find anything, and my local camera stores around here don't have just a replacement cap. Any ideas?

March 5th, 2006, 06:22 AM	#2
Don Palomaki Wrangler Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Northern VA Posts: 4,487	You could call the Canon toll-free number navigate to the parts section and order one from Canon - probably not cheap. Believe the part number of the cap for the standard XL1 lens is something like: CAP, LENS, YF1-0008-000 000. __________________ dpalomaki@dspalomaki.com

March 26th, 2006, 03:11 PM	#4
Frank Meek Regular Crew Join Date: May 2004 Location: Jackson, WY/Steamboat CO Posts: 43	lens cap... This is probably more than you're asking for, but as with all things Porta-Brace, this is a killer accessory. http://www.portabrace.com/product_detail_A.php?id=311 Hope it helps.

March 27th, 2006, 11:42 AM	#6
Frank Meek Regular Crew Join Date: May 2004 Location: Jackson, WY/Steamboat CO Posts: 43	lens cap... Sorry, I rushed to copy the link and apparently missed the last number. Yes, this is exactly the product to which I was referring and a) no. I have not used it as it has just been released. But, b), I own many Porta Brace products and not one of them has EVER been less than excellent and they all perform perfectly, and usually better than advertised. These folks do their homework and make this stuff right there in Vermont, a needle's toss away...excellent workpersonship and quality control. And, c), no, I do not work for them, nor have I ever received any of their products for free or less than retail...unfortunately. d) I am ordering one for myself, as I most of my work is in the harsh and unpredictable year-around weather of the Rockies; less than studio conditions to be certain.

June 22nd, 2006, 03:06 AM	#7
Chris Emmerson New Boot Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bristol, UK Posts: 6	I've just got a Hama standard 72mm lens as replacement fro my original and it works absolutely fine, with a similar locking system to the Canon one. £4 here in the UK __________________ "Misery is optional"

March 5th, 2006, 09:24 AM	#3
Mike Quinones Regular Crew Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Melreso Park IL. Posts: 89	Or you can go to a Photography store and buy a regular 72mm lens cap that will fit just fine.

March 26th, 2006, 05:45 PM	#5
Nick Weeks Major Player Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Birmingham, AL USA Posts: 722	Your link doesn't work, but is this what you're referring to? http://www.portabrace.com/product_detail_A.php?id=3117 have you used this before? Would you recommend it?