Hood and half-case for Lumix LX5

[jamesmck]

I eagerly await delivery of my Lumix LX5. Two questions. First, are there hood options that do not involve using the accessory tube? Second, I would like to get a well-fitting half-case. The The Gariz half case (http://www.lightnspace.com/servlet/the-2187/Gariz-Lumix-LX5-Half/Detail) looks very nice, but it is pricey. Cases like this one are cheaper and look pretty good: http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEATHER-CAS..._Cases_Bags&hash=item27bb307ca7#ht_1672wt_941. Does anyone have experience with either of these, or with good alternatives? I am not interested in pouch-type cases, as I already have some that would be suitable. Thanks.

James

 

[biomed]

James,
Some of the ebay cases listed as "leather" are actually "PU leather" which is an imitation leather. This isn't always bad, but PU Leather can crack after flexing.