Lens Imperfections

Just trying to catch up a bit...I'm assuming the colors and that rainbow are from imperfections in the glass of the lens...can anyone confirm? Or is there another explanation?

[gloria jones]

Neat capture

[Kathy]

I think this may be when a lens hood is often used, although I like the flares myself.

[Granagringa]

@seattlite Thanks so much!

[Granagringa]

@randystreat I think you're right about the lens hood; but I think here the flares make this a bit interesting when it would otherwise be a total "yawn". Thanks for the visit.