The LEE Filters 100mm System Deluxe Landscape Starter Kit contains five filters that can be used individually or in various combinations to improve the results of your landscape photography by preventing overexposure as well as distracting reflections or glare. The included filters consist of a 105mm circular polarizer, a 100 x 100mm 10-stop solid neutral density filter, as well as three 100 x 150mm graduated neutral density filters that reduce the amount of light entering a lens by up to four, three, and two stops, respectively. Additionally, the four and two-stop graduated neutral density filters feature a medium-edged line of transition between their dense and clear areas while the three-stop graduated neutral density filter has a hard-edged line of transition. Together, these graduated neutral density filters provide a versatile solution for various lighting conditions and horizon lines. To allow these neutral density filters to be placed in front of a lens, this kit contains a filter holder for rectangular filters that are 100mm wide and 2mm thick. To connect the filter holder to a lens's front filter threads, a separately-available LEE Filters lens adapter ring is required. This kit also contains an adapter ring to connect the circular polarizer filter to the filter holder. For storage and transport, soft pouches are included for the filter holder, the circular polarizer filter, and the solid neutral density filter, while a microfiber filter wrap is provided that can accommodate the three graduated neutral density filters.
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 that when assembled in its standard form, accepts three filters - 100mm (4") wide x 2mm thick. It also holds 4x6" (100 x 150mm, 2mm thick) filters. The holder can be made to accommodate up to four 2mm thick filters by using the separately-available Lee Filters 3/4" Side-Guide Screws and an additional set of Side Guides for 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.
Well-suited to outdoor and nature photography, the 105mm Landscape Circular Polarizer Filter from LEE Filters helps to reduce reflections and glare as well as increase the overall saturation of an image. This unique polarizer filter is also characterized by a slight warm bias that, in addition to increasing contrast in skies, also helps to enhance green, brown, and gold tones. It is compatible with the LEE 100mm system, via an optional 105mm accessory ring, and features a slimline profile to reduce the likelihood of vignetting on lenses as wide as 16-17mm.
A polarizing filter helps to reduce reflections and glare by filtering out light that has become polarized due to reflection from a non-metallic surface. This results in a noticeable increase in the saturation of skies and foliage, as well as clearer imagery when photographing in hazy conditions. A circular polarizer differs from a linear polarizer in that it supports full use of a camera's autofocus and auto exposure functions.
This filter is constructed from optical glass for maintained image quality and is set within an aluminum filter ring. Due to its slim profile, this filter does not have front threads for stacking additional filters.
The LEE Filters 100 x 100mm Big Stopper 3.0 Neutral Density Filter is a solid neutral density filter providing a 10-stop reduction in exposure. This 3.0 density creates a darkening of the entire image, allowing you to photograph with a wider aperture or slower shutter speed than normally required. By slowing your exposure time or increasing your aperture, you are able to control depth of field and convey movement more easily.
This filter is constructed from a high quality optical glass for high definition and clarity. It is compatible with the 100mm Filter System, which is designed for use with most lenses and camera types. This filter measures 3.9 x 3.9" / 100 x 100mm.
Helping to balance exposure when working in high-contrast situations, the 100 x 150mm Medium Graduated Neutral Density 1.2 Filter from LEE Filters is specifically designed to selectively control brightness in difficult lighting. The filter's design places the 1.2, 4-stop density at the top of the filter and then transitions to clear by the center of the filter for a gradual, natural appearance. The medium-edge transition between the density and clear areas is well-suited for photographing scenes with an apparent but not rigid horizon line, such as when mountains or trees protrude into the sky. This filter is constructed from optical resin that is both durable and helps to maintain high clarity, and is compatible with the LEE 100mm filter holder.
Helping to balance exposure when working in high-contrast situations, the 100 x 150mm Hard Graduated Neutral Density 0.9 Filter from LEE Filters is specifically designed to selectively control brightness in difficult lighting. The filter's design places the 0.9, 3-stop density at the top of the filter and then transitions to clear by the center of the filter for a gradual, natural appearance. The hard-edge transition between the density and clear areas is well-suited for photographing scenes with an even, distinct horizon line, as well as when working with long or telephoto lenses. This filter is constructed from optical resin that is both durable and helps to maintain high clarity, and is compatible with the LEE 100mm filter holder.
Helping to balance exposure when working in high-contrast situations, the 100 x 150mm Medium Graduated Neutral Density 0.6 Filter from LEE Filters is specifically designed to selectively control brightness in difficult lighting. The filter's design places the 0.6, 2-stop density at the top of the filter and then transitions to clear by the center of the filter for a gradual, natural appearance. The medium-edge transition between the density and clear areas is well-suited for photographing scenes with an apparent but not rigid horizon line, such as when mountains or trees protrude into the sky. This filter is constructed from optical resin that is both durable and helps to maintain high clarity, and is compatible with the LEE 100mm filter holder.
The 105mm Accessory Front Thread Adapter Ring from Lee will mount on the front of the Lee Foundation Kit (filter holder) and allows the use of 105mm threaded accessories (i.e. polarizers and hoods).
The LEE Filter Wrap for 3 Filters is a simple tool for storing and carrying up to three 4 x 6" filters at a time. The soft cloth construction prevents scratching of the filter surfaces and also allows the wrap to be folded and stored when not in use.