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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Works great, not much else to say.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.