There's a good and very cheap case on Amazon that makes me feel protected. And it has clearance to leave a stick, GoPro mount, or tripod attached.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08P2V5FPW?psc=1&ref=ppx\_yo2ov\_dt\_b\_product\_details
Yes, there's risk, and yes, that's how you put it on. I'm not sure I will ever use it. I'm mostly using this so far.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08P2V5FPW?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The only way to remove risk is to inspect the cap and lens every time, but it's so hard to see little things that could scratch it.
EDIT: I'm considering draping a small microfiber lens cloth over the camera then install the cap.