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LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring)

  • Price: $84.95
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The Lee Foundation Kit is the basic element of the Lee filter holder System. This kit contains all the necessary components (including a small screwdriver) to construct a versatile holder which will take up to four filters. When assembled, the holder in it's standard form accepts three filters - 100mm (4") wide x 2mm thick and one additional 100 x 100mm (4x4") gelatin filter. It also holds 4x6" (100 x 150mm, 2mm thick) filters.

Lee makes a variety of standard and wide angle adapter rings in screw-in and bayonet sizes as well as accessory compendium shades. When mounted, this holder will rotate on the adapter ring for positioning a polarizer or a graduated filter. Optional "side-guides" and guide mounting screws in shorter/longer lengths are available for use with 1mm and 4mm thick filters.

Note! To use this holder, an optional adapter ring must be purchased

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LEE FiltersFoundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring)
 
4.7

(based on 66 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (51)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (13)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 1 Stars

     

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98%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (54)
  • Firm mount (39)
  • Strong construction (38)
  • Lightweight (9)
  • Durable (6)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Image manipulation (19)
    • Color correction (9)
    • Filter protection (6)
    • Landscape photography (6)
    • Landscapescenery (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Photo enthusiast (27), Semi-pro photographer (16), Casual photographer (6), Professional (4), Semi-professional (4)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (43)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    The Professional's Choice

    The Lee 4x4 filter holder kit is hands-down the best filter system available.

    The build quality is significantly better than the Cokin P-mount system which is one of the dominant filter holders ...Read complete review

    The Lee 4x4 filter holder kit is hands-down the best filter system available.

    The build quality is significantly better than the Cokin P-mount system which is one of the dominant filter holders out there.

    4x4 and 4x6 filters fit this holder, the larger size allows for less possibility of vignetting on wider lenses.

    Large & Medium Format users should seriously consider this system.

    Buy this and you will not be disappointed.

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    Still Deciding

    Took this filter holder to Africa and it failed. The brass pin that holds it on your lens unscrewed and rendered it useless for the balance of the trip. A big disappointment. Received replacement...Read complete review

    Took this filter holder to Africa and it failed. The brass pin that holds it on your lens unscrewed and rendered it useless for the balance of the trip. A big disappointment. Received replacement and hope to have better luck.

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    5.0

    Great...as expected

    By Bibhud

    from San Ramon, CA

    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Strong Construction

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Filter Protection

      Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

      The Lee Holder system is great and allows you to use your filters on all your lenses rather than buy filters for each filter size.

      Not much to say. It holds Lee Filters, feels fairly sturdy.

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      4.0

      A Good Solid Piece of Equipment

      By Kathy B

      from San Diego, CA

      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Use
      • Firm Mount
      • Strong Construction

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Filter Protection
        • Image Manipulation

        Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

        I like to shoot the ocean with slow-shutter speeds and this filter holder along with some Lee filters allows me to do that with exceptional results. I was unable to get this holder about ayear ago so went with the Cokin Pro-Z that was available. Although the Cokin does it's job it always felt less secure on my lens. Also I ended up losing one of the screws and backings from the Cokin holder. So when the Lee holder became available I jumped at the chance to get one. The only reason that I didn't give it 5 stars is because of the price.

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        5.0

        Worth The Wait

        By Judy

        from Woodridge, Illinois

        About Me Photo Enthusiast

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Firm Mount
        • Strong Construction

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Color Correction
          • Image Manipulation

          Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

          What a difference this little piece of equipment makes in my Landscape Photos. I know you can almost do the same thing with software these days, but I still think the real thing is better. Now I can make one exposure and have the sky look the way I remember it. The only complaint I have is that I had to wait so long to receive it. Always out of stock, but like I said, well worth the wait. Very Well made.

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          5.0

          The Holder by which Others are Judged

          By mdjak

          from westchester, ny

          About Me Photo Enthusiast

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Use
          • Firm Mount
          • Strong Construction

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Image Manipulation

            Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

            It's a relatively simple product. But Lee makes the best, plain and simple, hands down.

            I have a Cokin holder. Yes, it does the job.

            I like the best. It's the difference between a Chevy and a Mercedes. They will both get you to the same place, if they don't break down, but one will get you there surrounded in luxury and the security of knowing it will get the job done. That's Lee. It's no wonder they are always out of stock.

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            5.0

            Well made

            By Bernard

            from Montreal, Canada

            About Me Semi-pro Photographer

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Use
            • Firm Mount
            • Strong Construction

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Color Correction
              • Image Manipulation

              Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

              I use the holder with the polyester filters (mounted) indoors. well made, works great!. I am planning to purchase the hard Grad kit and 2-3 resin filters for outdoor events. I find this easier than carrying a ton of filters for all my different lenses.

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              4.0

              Finally got the holder

              By Leftgate

              from Gainesville, GA

              About Me Semi-pro Photographer

              Verified Buyer

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                Cons

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                    Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

                    I've been looking for the filter holder for a while. I finally got one and have used it a few times. 1) One needs an adapter. I got the 77mm one as I have some reducers for other sized lenses. 2) Sized for 4" x 6" filters. 3) Can be adjusted many different ways. I'm adding the third slot (all that are available in the kit) and that way I can use various filters in combination to get the effect I want. I am pleased so far.

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                    5.0

                    Well Built Filter Holder

                    By Tom

                    from Brownwood, TX

                    About Me Photo Enthusiast

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Easy To Use
                    • Firm Mount
                    • Strong Construction

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Holding filters

                      Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

                      I am mainly using the filter holder with ND filters for landscape photography. Lee 4 x 6 filters fit firmly in the slots. Sure beats holding the filters by hand, especially for longer exposure shots.

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                      5.0

                      Works

                      By Chris

                      from SF, CA

                      About Me Casual Photographer

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Easy To Use
                      • Firm Mount
                      • Strong Construction

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                          Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

                          Works great, not much else to say.

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                          4.0

                          Works As Intended

                          By Chris

                          from SF,CA

                          About Me Casual Photographer

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Easy To Use

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Image Manipulation

                            Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

                            Works as expected. I do wish it came with the 4mm rails for using 4mm filters but instead comes with three 2mm rails. In case anybody was interested, I can mount all 3 2mm rails and mount it on my 17-40L using a wide angle 77mm adapter ON TOP of a 77mm Super Hoya HMC filter with no vignetting if all straightened out. However, it is possible to rotate the filter holder such that there is vignetting.

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                            5.0

                            High quality and user friendly

                            By qixtepr

                            from Fairfax, Va.

                            About Me Photo Enthusiast

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                            Pros

                            • Easy To Use
                            • Firm Mount
                            • Quick and efficient
                            • Strong Construction

                            Cons

                            • Vignette if 3rd slot used

                            Best Uses

                              Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

                              I purchased this system because the Cokin holder did not allow an efficient means of combining the B&W ND110 with a rectangular grad ND filter. With the Lee, the adapter ring allows the ND110 to be screwed onto it directly with sufficient clearance for the holder to be mounted as well. The design of the holder is so simple and effective, it can be mounted or removed in a second, securely, without disturbing the lens zoom or focus.

                              This holder system is of very high quality & design. Ease of use is superb.
                              If there is a drawback, it is that using it with the B&W Nd 110 requires the third slot be added, and that does vignette at 18mm (27mm for a full frame). So, wide angle framing can be problematic.

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                              5.0

                              it works like it should!

                              By Ben

                              from Salt Lake City, UT

                              About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Easy To Use
                              • Firm Mount
                              • Strong Construction

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Color Correction
                                • Image Manipulation
                                • UV Protection

                                Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

                                Great product and very well built! Get one if it's in stock! Must-have for landscape photography.

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                                5.0

                                Great...as expected

                                By bluemax

                                from WA

                                About Me Casual Photographer

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Easy To Use
                                • Firm Mount
                                • Strong Construction

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                    Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

                                    The Lee Holder system is great and allows you to use your filters on all your lenses rather than buy filters for each filter size.

                                    Price is quite cheap.

                                    Haven't found any negatives as of now. I knew what it was and was I was purchasing so I am quite happy with my purchase.

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                                    5.0

                                    A Must Have - if you use filters!

                                    By watware.com

                                    from Cuyahoga Falls, OH

                                    About Me Part-time pro, Tech Savvy

                                    Verified Buyer

                                    Pros

                                    • Easily configurable
                                    • Easy To Use
                                    • Solid

                                    Cons

                                      Best Uses

                                      • Landscape shots
                                      • Shooting Outdoors

                                      Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

                                      Very happy with the Foundation Kit! I like the adaptability to stack filters in different configurations 2mm & 4mm. I also ordered the 4mm holder blocks. I was previously using the Cokin P holder with various resin filters. They were ok but the resin ND often gave a color cast. I Picked up the Lee holder so I could use Schneider glass. What a huge difference! The thicker glass is much easier to handle and the Foundation kit holds the filters tightly.

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                                      5.0

                                      Great holder

                                      By Roberto

                                      from Phoenix, Arizona

                                      Verified Buyer

                                      Pros

                                      • Easy To Use

                                      Cons

                                        Best Uses

                                          Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

                                          Great holder, holds 2 filters by default, additional screws and 2 more brackets included. The top thin plastic where the screws attach breaks with use... happened on 2 holders for me in the recent months, but not on the first one that I had for a year (and lost on a trip).
                                          They are hard to find sometimes (sold out) and shouldn't be so expensive.

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                                          5.0

                                          It Works.

                                          By Jacobian

                                          from Houston, TX

                                          About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                          Verified Buyer

                                          Pros

                                          • Easy To Use

                                          Cons

                                          • Pricey poor value

                                          Best Uses

                                            Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

                                            Not much to say. It holds Lee Filters, feels fairly sturdy.

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                                            5.0

                                            A must have for the pro photographer

                                            By BobT

                                            from Sydney

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                                            Pros

                                            • Compact Design
                                            • Easy To Use
                                            • Improves Picture Quality
                                            • Quality manufacture

                                            Cons

                                            • A bit pricy

                                            Best Uses

                                              Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

                                              Extremely well made, well designed and functional when compared to cheaper systems

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                                              5.0

                                              Great accessory

                                              By MB

                                              from Greensboro NC

                                              About Me Tech Savvy

                                              Verified Buyer

                                              Pros

                                              • Easy To Use

                                              Cons

                                                Best Uses

                                                • Shooting Outdoors

                                                Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

                                                Love this product, use it with the lee soft nd set. Works very well. I got a 77mm wide adapter ring and use a 77 to 58 mm step down ring because of the cost of buying multiple adapters.

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                                                4.0

                                                Well built, but a hostage situation

                                                By unkamartin

                                                from Columbia, SC

                                                About Me Tech Savvy

                                                Verified Buyer

                                                Pros

                                                • Compact Design
                                                • Easy To Use
                                                • Improves Picture Quality

                                                Cons

                                                  Best Uses

                                                  • Shooting Outdoors

                                                  Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

                                                  Very well designed and constructed item, however it's hard to believe that a manufacture couldn't do well financially by selling these for half the price.

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                                                  5.0

                                                  Lost part, Lee replaced [...]

                                                  By Pablo

                                                  from Midwest

                                                  About Me Pro Photographer

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                                                    Cons

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                                                        Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

                                                        I've had one of these for years, with several graduated filters, and 2 of the adapter rings to fit various lenses. Note that if you buy a large enough adapter ring, you can then theoretically use cheaper step-down rings to fit your smaller lenses. Also note, there's a brass screw which is part of an assembly on the side of the "Foundation" including a spring and a small brass wedge which combine to hold the adapter ring in the Foundation. This, unfortunately, does occasionally come unscrewed on its own, usually in your camera bag, leaving the 3 pieces potentially separated until you re-assemble. Doesn't happen every day, but every few months of dinging around in your bag. So keep the whole thing in its pouch or a plastic bag when not in use. GOOD NEWS: If you do lose these parts, they are easily ordered from Lee directly. I called them the other day, phone was answered immediately, and in 60 seconds they took my name and are sending me the wedge piece which I finally lost in the field (I still had the screw and spring). All at no charge to me. More than I expected, so THANKS to Lee for standing behind their product. I'll put some "loctite" on the threads this time and maybe it'll stay together.

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                                                        2.0

                                                        NOT THAT GOOD QUALITY

                                                        By Leonard

                                                        from Vancouver BC

                                                        About Me Photo Enthusiast

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                                                        Pros

                                                          Cons

                                                          • Weak Construction

                                                          Best Uses

                                                            Comments about LEE Filters Foundation Kit (Standard 4x4", 4x6" Filter Holder) (Requires Adapter Ring):

                                                            It doesn't not feel that good of quality (cheap plastic feel, sharp and unfinished corners and edges on the clip parts).

                                                            And also the clips that allows the filter sliding in are not that smooth when inserting the filter.

                                                            Yes, I am worried that the screws holding all the clips together will come loose when the day I forget to bring that big screwdriver (provided).

                                                            And why can the knurled knob with the spring catch for the adapter ring be turned loose and potentially come off? If it can come loose, chances are it will come loose in the field - then the filter holder will become useless. The choice of the material and design for the knob should be reconsidered - not a coarse rough surface metal knob that can be act as metal file to scratch other equipment around it.

                                                            LEE's design team should re-design these parts along with the general quality of the product.

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