(PLEASE READ EVERYTHING) This lens works well. Appearance wise, the outside of the barrel and the mount have some rough spots, but nothing that affects the stability or operation. The glass has only a few very small light scratches which only cause some slight glares if aiming towards a light source. The lens comes without caps as shown. The pictures are of the actual item you will receive. The lens will be shipped in a box carefully wrapped in bubble wrap for protection.