The world’s leading manufacturer of lighting, architectural, and camera filters. And we’re also much more.
An unrivalled expert in colour science. The paragon of quality, consistency, and innovation and part of the pioneering Panavision Group, a family of companies powering the visions of the global creative community. In short, they're the only brand with the know-how, reach, and experience to solve any customer problem. That’s why they’re a trusted partner to the world’s most creative minds.
Why LEE They know what it takes to produce precise, reliable, and repeatable results. Their continual investment in research and development allows us to embrace new technologies and adapt to the ever-changing needs of our customers. It’s their ability to meet these needs that has kept them at the forefront of filter manufacturing for half a century. The LEE Filters story began in 1967, when they first started manufacturing professional quality filters in the UK for the entertainment, architectural, and photography industries.
A lot has changed since then, but a lot has also stayed the same. They’re still the world’s leading manufacturer of lighting and camera filters. They still represent technical excellence and creative innovation in filter production. And they're still empowering creators of all kinds to bring their visions to life.
They've been setting the standard for more than 50 years. And they’re just getting started.
Masters of light They’ve honed their colour-science expertise over many years, making themselves into experts in the way light travels and changes. This deep understanding enables LEE to consistently create high-quality filters and gels that correct or adapt light and colour in just the right way.
Behind the scenes, their team of colour specialists is constantly working to break new ground and grow our collective knowledge. This continuous investment in R&D keeps LEE at the forefront of innovation. As long as there’s a need, they'll keep lighting the way.
Quality assured LEE's customers expect a consistent level of performance every time they use a LEE Filters product. Their equipment should have the same precision, reliability, and quality every time. No ifs, no buts.
LEE's ability to deliver this assurance has kept them at the forefront of the industry. They're built around quality and consistency, driven by state-of-the-art processes and standards of excellence without compromise. That’s why they're trusted by the best.
Enabling creativity They know that creative output doesn’t always come easily. That perfect final shot can sometimes feel elusive. Whether you’re an experienced lighting designer trying to achieve a certain look and feel on set or a photographer just starting out in your career, LEE is here to help guide you on your journey.
You know what you want to achieve. They’re here to help you get there. From experimenting with new technology to developing new generations of creative tools and solutions, LEE focus on lighting the fuse to creativity so that you can focus on doing what you do best.
Unwavering support Photographers and cinematographers often find themselves in remote locations. But that doesn’t mean you should worry about getting your hands on the right equipment. Wherever you are in the world, LEE have the resources and extensive distribution network to get you what you need, when you need it.
As part of the larger Panavision Group, LEE can also tap into the world’s largest inventory of advanced lighting and production solutions that can help you capture your creative vision.
