FLCP-95 Front Lens Cap: Fit, Removal and Replacement Tips
By Fujifilm House of Photography | Published: 2026-11-02
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to fit, remove, and care for the FLCP-95 Front Lens Cap without scratching your glass or loosening the cap over time.
Quick answer
Fit the FLCP-95 by pressing it evenly onto the front of a 95mm lens until it seats, remove it by pinching the center grips and pulling straight off, and replace it whenever the cap feels loose or the glass is scratched.
Why a 95mm cap needs a different touch
Large front elements mean more glass to shield, but a 95mm cap also has a wider rim that can bind if you push it on at an angle. The FLCP-95 is designed for lenses that accept a 95mm front cap size, and its snap-in fit depends on the cap sitting flush rather than being forced.
If your lens uses a different filter thread or a lens hood that stays mounted, check clearance before assuming the cap will seat. A cap that only half-clicks is more likely to fall off in a bag.
When replacement makes more sense than repair
Lens caps are wear items. If the FLCP-95 no longer snaps securely, if the plastic rim is cracked, or if the inner felt or foam has worn smooth, a replacement is usually simpler than trying to bend or glue the old cap back into shape.
Keep the old cap as a backup only if it still seats firmly; a loose spare can do more harm than good if it slips off inside a camera bag.
Step-by-step: fit, remove, and care for the FLCP-95
- Check the cap size against your lens: Look for the filter thread diameter printed on the lens barrel or front ring. The FLCP-95 is for lenses that accept a 95mm front cap size; if your lens reads a different number, this cap will not seat correctly. Do not force a cap that does not match the printed size.
- Fit the cap evenly with two hands: Place the cap flat against the front of the lens and press around the rim with your fingers until you feel it snap. Avoid pressing only one side, which can cock the cap and leave it loose. A faint click around the whole rim means it is seated.
- Remove by pinching the center grips: Squeeze the center grips and pull the cap straight off. Do not pry it from the edge with a fingernail, which can scratch the lens barrel or bend the cap rim. Pull straight, not at an angle.
- Clean the cap before it touches the glass: Wipe the inner surface with a soft dry cloth or blower to remove grit. Dust trapped inside the cap can transfer to the front element the next time you put it on. Clean the cap whenever you clean the lens.
- Replace the cap when the snap weakens: If the FLCP-95 spins freely, pops off with little effort, or shows cracks at the rim, retire it. A cap that no longer snaps securely is not protecting your glass. Test the fit by gently shaking the capped lens over a soft surface.
Product facts
- FLCP-95 Front Lens Cap: Compatible with lenses that accept a 95mm front cap size and snaps securely into place to shield the front element from dust and scratches. That snap fit is what keeps the cap on during transport, so it is worth checking that your lens takes a 95mm cap before ordering.
FLCP-95 Front Lens Cap
