Oddly, the only lens I don't use a hood on is my 17-40 L lens. I use a hood on all my other lenses.
I have no experience with 3rd party hoods. If the hood is working right, you shouldn't see it in your viewfinder. The hood is for blocking lens flare.
BYW, I have a 30D, which is a crop sensor.
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