Lee Filters LEE85 85x115mm Neutral Density 0.3 Hard Grad Resin Filter

Product Identity

The Lee Filters LEE85 is a rectangular resin filter measuring 85x115mm. It provides a neutral density graduation of 0.3 density, equal to a 1-stop reduction, with a hard vertical transition. The item is designed for photographers who need to balance bright skies against darker foregrounds in a single exposure.

Critical Specification

The defining attribute is the hard-edge graduation combined with a 0.3 density value. This creates a sharp, abrupt shift between the filtered and clear zones, making it suitable only for scenes with a distinct, straight horizon line such as seascapes or flat landscapes. Softer transitions or stronger densities will not produce the same effect.

Build Integration

The filter slots into the Lee 85mm filter holder system and requires the corresponding adapter ring for the lens thread. A grip tab on the frame enlarges the usable area and helps keep fingerprints off the optical surface. At 0.08 inches thick, the resin construction adds minimal depth to the front of the lens stack.