LEE Filters LEE85 Discover Kit
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The LEE Filters LEE85 Discover Kit is designed for photographers, particularly those focused on landscape photography and beginners to filter systems, who want to enhance creative control. Its key benefit is simplifying exposure balancing between bright skies and darker foregrounds, preventing blown highlights and lost shadow detail, especially on smaller camera systems. A caveat is its specific design for smaller cameras and lenses, which may require adapter rings for broader compatibility. This kit includes the portable LEE85 Holder, a 0.6 Neutral Density Medium Grad filter, a carrying pouch, and essential adapter rings.
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FAQs
What is the primary use of this kit?
This kit is designed to help photographers, especially in landscape photography, balance the exposure between bright skies and darker land by using a graduated neutral density filter, making it easier to capture detail in both areas simultaneously.
Is this kit suitable for professional DSLRs or mirrorless cameras?
The LEE85 system is engineered for smaller cameras and lenses. While it can be adapted to larger systems using the correct adapter rings, its design is optimized for portability and smaller form factors.
What filter strengths are included?
The kit includes one 0.6 Neutral Density Medium Grad filter. Additional filters of different strengths or types are available separately.
Can I use other types of filters with the LEE85 Holder?
Yes, the LEE85 Holder is compatible with 2mm thick LEE85 filters, including graduated ND, standard ND filters, and stoppers. It can also accommodate a clip-on polarizing filter.
How do I clean the filters?
Use a clean, dry microfiber cloth to gently wipe the filter surface. For more stubborn marks, a small amount of lens cleaning fluid can be applied to the cloth, not directly to the filter.
What lenses are the included adapter rings compatible with?
The kit comes with adapter rings for 58mm, 67mm, and 72mm lens filter threads. You can purchase additional adapter rings for other sizes separately.
Is this kit good for beginners?
Yes, this kit is ideal for beginners looking to explore filter photography, offering a straightforward way to achieve better exposure control.
Troubleshooting
Holder won't attach securely to the adapter ring.
Ensure you are using the correct size adapter ring for your lens and that it is screwed on straight and fully. Check for any debris on the threads of both the lens and the adapter.
Vignetting (dark corners) in photos.
This can occur with very wide-angle lenses. Try removing the holder and attaching it directly to the lens without adapter rings if possible, or consider a slimmer holder system if vignetting persists.
Filter slides around or is difficult to position.
Ensure the filter guide blocks on the holder are clean and free of debris. If the filter feels loose, check that it is fully seated in the filter slot.
Difficulty locking the holder.
Make sure the holder is fully seated onto the adapter ring. Gently apply even pressure when tightening the locking screw, avoiding over-tightening.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Facilitates balanced exposures in high-contrast scenes.
- Compact and lightweight design ideal for travel and smaller camera setups.
- User-friendly attachment and adjustment system for quick on-the-go use.
- Includes essential adapter rings for common lens sizes.
- Enhances creative control in landscape photography.
Cons
- Primarily designed for smaller camera systems; may require additional accessories for larger setups.
- The included grad filter is a specific strength (0.6 ND Medium Grad); other strengths or types are not part of this kit.
- Potential for vignetting on very wide-angle lenses, even with the compact holder.
Setup, Compatibility & Care
Setup:
- Screw the appropriate adapter ring (67mm, 58mm, or 72mm) onto your lens.
- Attach the LEE85 Holder to the adapter ring by aligning the guides and gently pressing until it clicks into place.
- Insert the 0.6 Neutral Density Medium Grad filter into the desired slot on the holder.
- Adjust the filter's position within the holder to achieve the desired exposure balance.
- Lock the holder in place using the thumb-screw mechanism if needed.
Compatibility:
- The LEE85 Discover Kit is optimized for smaller camera bodies and lenses. The included adapter rings support 58mm, 67mm, and 72mm filter threads.
- For lenses with different thread sizes, LEE Filters offers additional adapter rings (sold separately).
- The system is designed to work with 2mm thick LEE85 filters, including ND grads, ND stoppers, and polarizers. A clip-on polarizer can also be used.
Care:
- Clean the filters with a soft, lint-free microfiber cloth. For stubborn smudges, use a lens cleaning solution sparingly on the cloth, never directly on the filter.
- Keep the holder and filters clean and free from dust. Store them in the provided pouch when not in use.
- Avoid touching the filter surfaces with your fingers. Handle by the edges.