I've had many sunglasses made with tinted prescription lenses - the tint eventually fades due to UV. But when those lenses were polarized, the tint didn't fade even after 10 years! An optician once told me that's because the polarization is due to a laminate in the lens which somehow keeps the tint from fading. Would love to hear more about that.
This is true! A tinted non-polarized lens will fade with intense and prolonged sun exposure. You can extend the life of the tint, or even prevent this by keeping the frame in case or out of the sun when not being worn. Mirrors applied to the front of the lens will help as well. For more info give us a call to speak to our opticians! 888.831.5817
Great informative video! Thank you. Would you happen to have a video giving information regarding the difference between the different colored lenses that Oakley has? (IE: prizm jade, prizm red, fire iridium, 24k, etc.) Would be interesting to know what the differences are and what sports each color may be good for.
We got you covered! Click on the link to explore all our videos going over the details and features of Oakley's Prizm lens technology. 👉ua-cam.com/users/results?search_query=sportrx+prizm🔥😎
Thank you for the information, I thought Polarized was the greatest thing since sliced bread, I didn’t know it did t block UV light. I love polarized clip-ons! Here in Hawaii they work great for beach while you look at and through the water, (for fish) and driving into the sunrise or sunset. It is probably not recommended, but I use it on a rainy night when the road is wet, glare from the street lights and from on coming traffic (LED. and blue headlights). It gets a little darker, but no glare and I can see! Any thoughts?
Hi Michael! For night use, it's best to use a pair of glasses with clear lenses and an anti-reflective coating as it will help with the glare from coming traffic. We don't suggest using a pair of sunglasses at night as it may hinder your vision due to the dark lens. Thanks for tuning in!
Thank you for the info! Love SportRx and your videos. Very informative and helpful! I think my sunglasses collection increased when I started following you guys. Where’s Sunglass Rob? Haven’t seen him in a while. However, we enjoy seeing you too Tyler! I do have a mix of polarized and non polarized. I do prefer Prizm overall though. Too bad you guys are in SD. Too far away.
Hi there! We're glad you find our videos helpful! Sunglass Rob is still around and you should see him in upcoming videos. Thanks for tuning in and your support!
I tried the test exactly as you demonstrated in the video with my sunglasses, holding them in front of a computer screen and then rotating them to the right. The difference I saw with my glasses was that they went from black to see through. My question is have they been put in the frame incorrectly? Or does it not matter at all if the lines are running horizontally or vertically?
Hello! It matters in terms of the axis at which the lens is set to combat reflective glare at the horizontal plane, which is the plane where we experience and receive glare the most. Yes, it sounds like they were installed correctly!
i have a pair of oakley polarized prescription sunglasses. i seen your video and some other videos and you all say to turn them 90 degrees to tell if they are or aren`t polarized. when i tried your method i got a clear image of the computer screen. so looking at the screen i see black screen when i turn them 90 degrees i see a clear screen. so they are polarized but backwards. my question is can this affect the purpose of having polarized glasses? when i look at my phone i see different shades of color but when i turn my head sideways i see a clear phone. you think oakley put on the laminate wrong? Hope you reply because if they are wrong they need to get this fixed. thanks in advance.
What would you recommend for driving? I mainly use my sunglasses when driving and I hate when I get that 6pm near-sunset glare straight to my face. Even with sunglasses it becomes hard to see, will polarized be better?
As long as you don't use a heads up display you're fine. A heads up display is projected onto the windshield and apparently can not be seen with polarized lenses (I haven't tested this myself, my car does not have a Heads Up Display). Also remember that polarized lenses can make reading LCD displays difficult or sometimes even impossible (I HAVE tested this myself).
I bought some Rayban wayfarers with polarized lenses, however, when I have the sun behind, I get almost blinding reflections. Is that normal for polarized sunglasses?
No, some brands add a special filter specific for reflections. A couple of brands that have that feature and a bunch of other tech in their lens are Maui Jim and Randolph Engineering.
I have a pair they are crap in my opinion, now iam still looking but with lockdown over i will soon get out and try some, not a good idea to just buy by post !
I have a Under armour baseball polarized, Carrera Red HD polarized, Oakley Flight Jacket Prizm Trail, Oakley Gascan Prizm every day, Oakley Flak 2.0 Prizm Golf.
First of all, great video and a great tip to tell if your sunglasses are polarized by putting them in front of a laptop screen. The fact is, for most people every day people, you are more likely to never notice the difference, or notice it in adverse way as was mentioned when looking at screens, car head up display, etc... it really is going to make a bit of a difference only when you're out in the water with a pretty strong glare from the sun so that's a very specific situation... so aside from that, save yourself 20-30% of your sunglasses cost by going non polarized
There's not really a way to tell just by looking at the lenses. Sometimes there is a ring around the edges where the laminate ends, but for the most part, there is no cosmetic difference between polarized and non-polarized.
For sure we can! Click on the link to get started or give a call to our opticians 👉 www.sportrx.com/custom-prescription-oakley-sunglass-lenses.html?_gl=1*dvfffl*_up*MQ..&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkcTtgaechQMVRSitBh1TJAQeEAAYASAAEgLMsvD_BwE 🔥
There is nothing wrong with non-polarized! Many cyclists go that route. The only thing you may notice is a bit more reflected light bouncing off of other objects, but that is not necessarily a problem. One of the best cycling lenses is the Oakley Prizm Road lens, designed for cycling specifically and is non-polarized. One thing you can count on is that you can always rely on our friendly, knowledgeable opticians to give you guidance to the best lens features for your sport at 888-831-5817.
That is a great point! Many people have issues with polarized lenses when looking at digital displays. There is a big influence on how much of a problem this is when considering quality polarized lenses, but it is certainly the case to say that polarized lenses are not ideal for every application. You can always reach out to our friendly, knowledgeable opticians to know what would be best for your application at 888-831-5817
It really depends where and how you're using your sunglasses. For very bright conditions and sports/lifestyle activities around water, polarized is the way to go. But for other sports where you rely on your ability to read contours in the road/trail (running, golf, cycling, mtb), non-polar is the best choice as polarization can sometimes affect depth perception.
Hey there, this was an absolutely informative video! Thanks for the upload. Would you be able to offer some more examples of activities/situations that an individual could benefit from wearing polarized lenses besides fishing?
Thank you so much for watching! Honestly, for anything other than a ball sport, you’d be in pretty good shape with polarized lenses. For all-around use, it’s a great feature and one that I usually recommend! One thing to consider is if you’re in snowy conditions because it can make it tough to discern ice from snow. It cuts the glare than would otherwise help you pick out the ice patch. Beyond that, go for it!
That sounds more like a coating issue, honestly. The polarizing filter in the lenses don't affect it's oleophobic capabilities. Do you have a mirror coating on your lenses, by chance? Furthermore, there can be many factors that contribute to smudges. We recommend the occasional, conservative use of isopropyl alcohol to remove any oils from the lens before cleaning them. Make sure you get deep into the edges of the frame/lens! We also have opticians who would love to help with any questions you may have! 888-831-5817
It certainly wouldn't hurt! You may not notice as much a benefit from it if it's not reflected light glare that you're fighting, but there isn't really any downside. I would recommend going for it!
I use Julbo Alti Arc 4 (7% VLT NON polarized glass), Julbo Cameleon 5%-20% photochromic polarized, (NXT) and Costa 580G (glass) polarized blue mirror and they all work very well. It would not appear that the rock/dirt/sand of the desert produces the type of glare that makes polarization a big deal. I personally prefer a category 4 or a strong category 3 (say 10% VLT or less) to reduce strain on the eyes. Definitely with a wrap frame.
Thanks for the valuable information, but I want to ask, I see through the polarized sunglasses the sun reflected in the glass of cars in the form of a blue dot. Isn't this a blue light pass to the eye and is it dangerous؟ Thanks again
Not dangerous. Blue light might make your eyes more tired, or mess with your sleep cycle if you watch tv/cell phone/monitor with too much at night, but it won't damage your eyes. Far blue light (UV light) will damage your eyes over time but you can't see it. Get sunglasses with UV protection and some anti reflection like some Maui Jim's, and you'll be set. If reflections off surfaces like glare off vehicles and buildings bothers you get polarized as well, but not necessary. Sometimes if there is ice on the road you don't want polarized because you need to see the road better than your desire to cut glare, since the glare from the ice will help you drive safely. Tradeoffs my friend
I have two pair of Ray-Ban. That are not polarized and they are okay. I like them. I have a pair of Maui Jim that are and they are a lot better . I use them for biking and driving .
There are definitely great options out there for you that would fit you budget. Not know what a fortune means to you, check out: Flak 2.0 XL w/Prizm Field lenses, Under Armour Octane Tuned w/baseball tuned lenses, 100% Speedcoupe w/HiPER lens tech. For more, please reach out to one of our Sports Opticians at 888-831-5817 or via email at info@sportrx.com. Thank you for watching!
I had cataract surgery last year. Driving in the dark is tough because of oncoming headlight glare. Suggestions on a clear or slightly colored lens to help? My Oakley polarized Prizm lenses work great during the day as sun glasses.
Hey Anthony! While there isn't a perfect solution, we would first recommended getting an anti-reflective coating to minimize that "halo effect." A light yellow or amber tiny may help as well but note that any tint will reduce light transmission, making them darker which is something you want to avoid for nighttime glasses. Give us a call at 888.831.5817 to speak with one of our certified opticians who would love to help you!
Hey Brian! There's many situations when you would not want a polarized lens. Pilots, for example, cannot have it on their lenses as it affects their ability to read instrumentation in the cockpit. It's also not recommended for sports like cycling, MTB, or traditional sports like baseball or soccer as it can affect ones depth perception and ability to react quickly. However, for other activities like fishing, it's definitely a requirement!
My computer screen showed me that my prescription lenses polarization was done wrong. Had to have them remade. They were all splotches of weird. Not even.
Hi I have a question so I bought me rayban sunglasses and I got a g15 lens and I got them polarized as well but here's my question I dont get so I know how a g15 lens is its green tinted but my question is does that lens change in color wise meaning a lighter shade in color just for polarizing them is that true or that's incorrect?
We don't push polarized as hard because it can affect depth perception. Also, it will not benefit you much or at all for shooting because there aren't normally many reflective surfacing at a shooting range. If you need any more tailored assistance, don't forget that are friendly, knowledgeable opticians are always happy to help at 888-831-5817
non polarized is most always recommended for sports and that's still true of snow sports. Polarized will make it harder to decipher where slick and icy spots are while boarding as the reflection is typically the best indication of slick surfaces. Been boarding my whole life (well since 6 and am currently 35) and thoroughly recommend non polarized for shredding on boards.
Thank you! The thing to know about polarized lenses in the snow is that it cuts through the glare that bounces off of ice. That can make it trickier to spot ice, so that can be an issue for people. Also, it can tend to make light look a bit 'flat' due to the glare off the snow being cut. It would be just fine for cycling in sunny conditions!
@@sportrxeyewear Thx for the quick response! And now the most faq of all, prizm road vs polarized in sunny conditions... I know i've watched al you're vids but can't decide. I have the prizm trail for mountainbiking so that's OK! Looking forward to you're response. Fred
Hello! In some cases, a polarized filter applied to a lens can affect a person's ability to accurately perceive depth of field as it relates to objects moving in their field of view. The strain created can sometimes cause headaches and general discomfort.
It's a good idea to avoid polarized for photography. It's actually a good idea to avoid sunglasses in general as it can affect your ability to properly judge the composition. Thank you for the question!
Just imagine looking through the VF on your camera thats fitted with a Circular Polarized Lens on the end.Then try the same wearing Polorized SG's I have tried this and it's a mess.
Oakley has exactly that! You can get Prizm Sapphire Polarized lenses if you have an Oakley frame. If you do not have an Oakley frame, then we could always do a custom blue mirrored lens, but it wouldn't be "sapphire" exactly.
If you loose cheap pairs constantly.. stick with the cheap pairs... If you can keep a cheap pair for any amount of time... get non polarized... If can take care of something get polarized.. Polarized is the way to go all around if you ask me tho.... have a couple of pay checks in sunglasses. All of them are polarized
Just a quick tidbit of info. If your car has heads up display, polarized lenses will make it useless. I have a BMW 435i with HUD. And polarized lenses make it disappear. However polarized lenses are amazing for watching surf and driving.
That is a very good point! Many digital displays are okay, but it seems like most/all HUDs are problematic/impossible with polar. Thank you for mentioning it!
Not sure what 'drippy' means, but it sounds good! If you're looking to obscure your eyes behind your lenses, you'll need to go with a mirror coating. You can get a subtle mirror coating if you're not looking for something too bold, but if you want to properly obscure your eyes, you'll want to go with a solid mirror. Don't forget that we have friendly, knowledgeable opticians who would love to help you with any/all tailored assistance you may need at 888-831-5817
That is a good point! I have found that the better polarized lenses are less of an issue with this, but it will always be the case to some degree. It is because the digital displays also have some element of polarizer in them and polarized on polarized makes things look funny or totally blacked out.
Sorry if it wasn't helpful for you! It can get tough with the "it depends" sorts of questions. We try to help give you the info you need to be able to make an educated decision for yourself. Let us know if there is info we can help with to give you a more personable answer. Remember, you can always reach out to our friendly, knowledgeable opticians for more tailored assistance at 888-831-5817.
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Sure did help clarify. Thank you kindly. Next episode should compare to Prism lenses.
Hi there! We'll keep that in mind for our future videos. Thanks for tuning in!
You still didn't answer one of the main questions; Why do some choose specifically non-polarized over polarized and what are the negatives of both?
What type of glasses help with flashing lights
I have a question, what type of glasses help you with the flashing lights as in for the flashing lights to be less bright
I chose polarized lenses for gas station because i dont want to see the price.
I've had many sunglasses made with tinted prescription lenses - the tint eventually fades due to UV. But when those lenses were polarized, the tint didn't fade even after 10 years! An optician once told me that's because the polarization is due to a laminate in the lens which somehow keeps the tint from fading. Would love to hear more about that.
This is true! A tinted non-polarized lens will fade with intense and prolonged sun exposure. You can extend the life of the tint, or even prevent this by keeping the frame in case or out of the sun when not being worn. Mirrors applied to the front of the lens will help as well. For more info give us a call to speak to our opticians! 888.831.5817
As for me, I tried polarized lenses 12 years ago and now I can’t get without
Oakley should start offering polarized lenses on all their sunglasses, example of missing models are the Wind Jacket 2.0 and Sutro
i prefer non polarized sunglasses,there is to much sunlight action like waves ,they are tyring my eyes!
Polarized is great for most outdoors scenery situations, I keep a pair of nonpolarized sunglasses in my truck though
It sounds like you know what's up!
Great informative video! Thank you. Would you happen to have a video giving information regarding the difference between the different colored lenses that Oakley has? (IE: prizm jade, prizm red, fire iridium, 24k, etc.) Would be interesting to know what the differences are and what sports each color may be good for.
We got you covered! Click on the link to explore all our videos going over the details and features of Oakley's Prizm lens technology.
👉ua-cam.com/users/results?search_query=sportrx+prizm🔥😎
Thank you for the information, I thought Polarized was the greatest thing since sliced bread, I didn’t know it did t block UV light. I love polarized clip-ons! Here in Hawaii they work great for beach while you look at and through the water, (for fish) and driving into the sunrise or sunset. It is probably not recommended, but I use it on a rainy night when the road is wet, glare from the street lights and from on coming traffic (LED. and blue headlights). It gets a little darker, but no glare and I can see! Any thoughts?
Hi Michael! For night use, it's best to use a pair of glasses with clear lenses and an anti-reflective coating as it will help with the glare from coming traffic. We don't suggest using a pair of sunglasses at night as it may hinder your vision due to the dark lens. Thanks for tuning in!
Thank you for the info! Love SportRx and your videos. Very informative and helpful! I think my sunglasses collection increased when I started following you guys. Where’s Sunglass Rob? Haven’t seen him in a while. However, we enjoy seeing you too Tyler! I do have a mix of polarized and non polarized. I do prefer Prizm overall though. Too bad you guys are in SD. Too far away.
Hi there! We're glad you find our videos helpful! Sunglass Rob is still around and you should see him in upcoming videos. Thanks for tuning in and your support!
I tried the test exactly as you demonstrated in the video with my sunglasses, holding them in front of a computer screen and then rotating them to the right. The difference I saw with my glasses was that they went from black to see through. My question is have they been put in the frame incorrectly? Or does it not matter at all if the lines are running horizontally or vertically?
Hello! It matters in terms of the axis at which the lens is set to combat reflective glare at the horizontal plane, which is the plane where we experience and receive glare the most. Yes, it sounds like they were installed correctly!
Great video Tyler! What is your high score on PAC-MAN?
Thank you!
Ooooh, boy - I am absolute garbage on PAC-MAN. I get excited when I get past the first level. No joke!
wow that trick with looking through the lenes at a computer scene actually works! cool trick!
Would non polarized be a bad idea for driving on a sunny day?
Better than nothing
i have a pair of oakley polarized prescription sunglasses. i seen your video and some other videos and you all say to turn them 90 degrees to tell if they are or aren`t polarized. when i tried your method i got a clear image of the computer screen. so looking at the screen i see black screen when i turn them 90 degrees i see a clear screen. so they are polarized but backwards. my question is can this affect the purpose of having polarized glasses? when i look at my phone i see different shades of color but when i turn my head sideways i see a clear phone. you think oakley put on the laminate wrong? Hope you reply because if they are wrong they need to get this fixed. thanks in advance.
What would you recommend for driving? I mainly use my sunglasses when driving and I hate when I get that 6pm near-sunset glare straight to my face. Even with sunglasses it becomes hard to see, will polarized be better?
I'm not completely sure, but I heard that polarized isn't good for driving. Not sure why, it seems fine.
As long as you don't use a heads up display you're fine. A heads up display is projected onto the windshield and apparently can not be seen with polarized lenses (I haven't tested this myself, my car does not have a Heads Up Display). Also remember that polarized lenses can make reading LCD displays difficult or sometimes even impossible (I HAVE tested this myself).
Very good Video 😎 Best information i have heard 👍🌷
I bought some Rayban wayfarers with polarized lenses, however, when I have the sun behind, I get almost blinding reflections. Is that normal for polarized sunglasses?
No, some brands add a special filter specific for reflections. A couple of brands that have that feature and a bunch of other tech in their lens are Maui Jim and Randolph Engineering.
I have a pair they are crap in my opinion, now iam still looking but with lockdown over i will soon get out and try some, not a good idea to just buy by post !
Thanks
You're so Welcome!
Non polarized is better if you're constantly looking at your phone or laptop outdoors because it won't black out the screen
I use polarized sunglasses indoors & outdoors in space & underwater. Polarized sunglasses for life.
I have a Under armour baseball polarized, Carrera Red HD polarized, Oakley Flight Jacket Prizm Trail, Oakley Gascan Prizm every day, Oakley Flak 2.0 Prizm Golf.
Awesome topic! I was wondering what glasses are you wearing?
I am wearing the Raen Eames!
raen.com/collections/eyeglasses/products/eames
Thank you for watching!
The best video on the subject that I've watched 👍
We're glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the feedback :D
First of all, great video and a great tip to tell if your sunglasses are polarized by putting them in front of a laptop screen. The fact is, for most people every day people, you are more likely to never notice the difference, or notice it in adverse way as was mentioned when looking at screens, car head up display, etc... it really is going to make a bit of a difference only when you're out in the water with a pretty strong glare from the sun so that's a very specific situation... so aside from that, save yourself 20-30% of your sunglasses cost by going non polarized
When looking AT (not through) a pair of polarized Vs non-polarized sunglasses is there a visual difference between the two pairs?
There's not really a way to tell just by looking at the lenses. Sometimes there is a ring around the edges where the laminate ends, but for the most part, there is no cosmetic difference between polarized and non-polarized.
Can you make me sapphire polarized for my sylas?
For sure we can! Click on the link to get started or give a call to our opticians 👉 www.sportrx.com/custom-prescription-oakley-sunglass-lenses.html?_gl=1*dvfffl*_up*MQ..&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkcTtgaechQMVRSitBh1TJAQeEAAYASAAEgLMsvD_BwE 🔥
Great explanation. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for tuning in!
I just got non polarized sunglasses for cycling, will it still block light out or is polarized just better?
There is nothing wrong with non-polarized! Many cyclists go that route. The only thing you may notice is a bit more reflected light bouncing off of other objects, but that is not necessarily a problem. One of the best cycling lenses is the Oakley Prizm Road lens, designed for cycling specifically and is non-polarized. One thing you can count on is that you can always rely on our friendly, knowledgeable opticians to give you guidance to the best lens features for your sport at 888-831-5817.
polarized glasses: do you ever have problems with smartphone screens? what about car screens? thanks.
That is a great point! Many people have issues with polarized lenses when looking at digital displays. There is a big influence on how much of a problem this is when considering quality polarized lenses, but it is certainly the case to say that polarized lenses are not ideal for every application.
You can always reach out to our friendly, knowledgeable opticians to know what would be best for your application at 888-831-5817
good video. which one would you prefer?
It really depends where and how you're using your sunglasses. For very bright conditions and sports/lifestyle activities around water, polarized is the way to go. But for other sports where you rely on your ability to read contours in the road/trail (running, golf, cycling, mtb), non-polar is the best choice as polarization can sometimes affect depth perception.
@@sportrxeyewear Nice answer. I would go with non polarised as I already have polarised one. thanks for the info. I have subscribed your channel.
Hey there, this was an absolutely informative video! Thanks for the upload.
Would you be able to offer some more examples of activities/situations that an individual could benefit from wearing polarized lenses besides fishing?
Thank you so much for watching!
Honestly, for anything other than a ball sport, you’d be in pretty good shape with polarized lenses. For all-around use, it’s a great feature and one that I usually recommend! One thing to consider is if you’re in snowy conditions because it can make it tough to discern ice from snow. It cuts the glare than would otherwise help you pick out the ice patch. Beyond that, go for it!
Are polarised glassrs for night matches or day matches
I have polarized sunglasses and when I’m out I get a reflection of my face on the lenses and it’s impossible to get rid of smudges
That sounds more like a coating issue, honestly. The polarizing filter in the lenses don't affect it's oleophobic capabilities. Do you have a mirror coating on your lenses, by chance? Furthermore, there can be many factors that contribute to smudges. We recommend the occasional, conservative use of isopropyl alcohol to remove any oils from the lens before cleaning them. Make sure you get deep into the edges of the frame/lens!
We also have opticians who would love to help with any questions you may have!
888-831-5817
@@sportrxeyewear have the same problem it sucks
Bought a pair of oakleys for $200 today. Think i need to return them for something cheaper 😂 lady at the store didny even give me a box
Oh, no! Well, if we can help, you can always reach out to our friendly, knowledgeable opticians at 888-831-5817
Would you recommend polarized if you're outside primarily in a desert based area ( with sun being the primary glare ) ?
It certainly wouldn't hurt! You may not notice as much a benefit from it if it's not reflected light glare that you're fighting, but there isn't really any downside. I would recommend going for it!
I use Julbo Alti Arc 4 (7% VLT NON polarized glass), Julbo Cameleon 5%-20% photochromic polarized, (NXT) and Costa 580G (glass) polarized blue mirror and they all work very well. It would not appear that the rock/dirt/sand of the desert produces the type of glare that makes polarization a big deal. I personally prefer a category 4 or a strong category 3 (say 10% VLT or less) to reduce strain on the eyes. Definitely with a wrap frame.
Thanks for the valuable information, but I want to ask, I see through the polarized sunglasses the sun reflected in the glass of cars in the form of a blue dot. Isn't this a blue light pass to the eye and is it dangerous؟ Thanks again
Not dangerous. Blue light might make your eyes more tired, or mess with your sleep cycle if you watch tv/cell phone/monitor with too much at night, but it won't damage your eyes. Far blue light (UV light) will damage your eyes over time but you can't see it. Get sunglasses with UV protection and some anti reflection like some Maui Jim's, and you'll be set. If reflections off surfaces like glare off vehicles and buildings bothers you get polarized as well, but not necessary.
Sometimes if there is ice on the road you don't want polarized because you need to see the road better than your desire to cut glare, since the glare from the ice will help you drive safely. Tradeoffs my friend
I have two pair of Ray-Ban. That are not polarized and they are okay. I like them. I have a pair of Maui Jim that are and they are a lot better . I use them for biking and driving .
I need new glasses for baseball do u have any recommendations that don't cost a fortune but still block out a lot of sun
There are definitely great options out there for you that would fit you budget. Not know what a fortune means to you, check out: Flak 2.0 XL w/Prizm Field lenses, Under Armour Octane Tuned w/baseball tuned lenses, 100% Speedcoupe w/HiPER lens tech. For more, please reach out to one of our Sports Opticians at 888-831-5817 or via email at info@sportrx.com. Thank you for watching!
I had cataract surgery last year. Driving in the dark is tough because of oncoming headlight glare. Suggestions on a clear or slightly colored lens to help? My Oakley polarized Prizm lenses work great during the day as sun glasses.
Hey Anthony! While there isn't a perfect solution, we would first recommended getting an anti-reflective coating to minimize that "halo effect." A light yellow or amber tiny may help as well but note that any tint will reduce light transmission, making them darker which is something you want to avoid for nighttime glasses. Give us a call at 888.831.5817 to speak with one of our certified opticians who would love to help you!
@@sportrxeyewear thanks I'll give you guys a ring in the morning.
What’s better for driving polarized or non-polarized
Can please explain z87 lenses plz
When wouldn't you wear polarized?
Hey Brian! There's many situations when you would not want a polarized lens. Pilots, for example, cannot have it on their lenses as it affects their ability to read instrumentation in the cockpit. It's also not recommended for sports like cycling, MTB, or traditional sports like baseball or soccer as it can affect ones depth perception and ability to react quickly. However, for other activities like fishing, it's definitely a requirement!
My computer screen showed me that my prescription lenses polarization was done wrong. Had to have them remade. They were all splotches of weird. Not even.
Hi I have a question so I bought me rayban sunglasses and I got a g15 lens and I got them polarized as well but here's my question I dont get so I know how a g15 lens is its green tinted but my question is does that lens change in color wise meaning a lighter shade in color just for polarizing them is that true or that's incorrect?
are you covering the Pac on your Pac-Man game to avoid being sued by Bally's?
what is prizm polarised ?
name of glasses you wore on this video?
Raen Eames!
Hi
Thanks for the info!
Why shooting glasses are not polarized?
Thanks
We don't push polarized as hard because it can affect depth perception. Also, it will not benefit you much or at all for shooting because there aren't normally many reflective surfacing at a shooting range. If you need any more tailored assistance, don't forget that are friendly, knowledgeable opticians are always happy to help at 888-831-5817
@@sportrxeyewear thanks!
I bought Costa canveral box says it's polarized but it doesn't do anything with phone screens and iPad or car screen ,I think Costa polarized sucks
Practicing safe distancing from who? Why would you say that?
From everyone! Staying safe by staying home, you know?
(This was filmed earlier-on, last year)
This way very helpful, and just saved me $50
We're glad to be able to help! Thanks for watching!
I'm looking for new snowboard Goggle, do I buy polorized Goggle or anon m4?
non polarized is most always recommended for sports and that's still true of snow sports. Polarized will make it harder to decipher where slick and icy spots are while boarding as the reflection is typically the best indication of slick surfaces. Been boarding my whole life (well since 6 and am currently 35) and thoroughly recommend non polarized for shredding on boards.
Nice vid man, thx! What about cycling in sunny conditions + snowboarding in the Alps. Is polarized good for both? Or just for the snow? Thx ahead!
Thank you!
The thing to know about polarized lenses in the snow is that it cuts through the glare that bounces off of ice. That can make it trickier to spot ice, so that can be an issue for people. Also, it can tend to make light look a bit 'flat' due to the glare off the snow being cut. It would be just fine for cycling in sunny conditions!
@@sportrxeyewear Thx for the quick response! And now the most faq of all, prizm road vs polarized in sunny conditions... I know i've watched al you're vids but can't decide. I have the prizm trail for mountainbiking so that's OK! Looking forward to you're response. Fred
Why might polarized sunglasses cause headaches?
Hello! In some cases, a polarized filter applied to a lens can affect a person's ability to accurately perceive depth of field as it relates to objects moving in their field of view. The strain created can sometimes cause headaches and general discomfort.
I have both...When driving I use polarized...
Witch one is better for photographers do you think ?
*which
It's a good idea to avoid polarized for photography. It's actually a good idea to avoid sunglasses in general as it can affect your ability to properly judge the composition. Thank you for the question!
Just imagine looking through the VF on your camera thats fitted with a Circular Polarized Lens on the end.Then try the same wearing Polorized SG's
I have tried this and it's a mess.
Any polarized & Sapphire (?)
Oakley has exactly that! You can get Prizm Sapphire Polarized lenses if you have an Oakley frame. If you do not have an Oakley frame, then we could always do a custom blue mirrored lens, but it wouldn't be "sapphire" exactly.
If you loose cheap pairs constantly.. stick with the cheap pairs...
If you can keep a cheap pair for any amount of time... get non polarized...
If can take care of something get polarized..
Polarized is the way to go all around if you ask me tho.... have a couple of pay checks in sunglasses. All of them are polarized
Just a quick tidbit of info.
If your car has heads up display, polarized lenses will make it useless.
I have a BMW 435i with HUD. And polarized lenses make it disappear.
However polarized lenses are amazing for watching surf and driving.
That is a very good point! Many digital displays are okay, but it seems like most/all HUDs are problematic/impossible with polar. Thank you for mentioning it!
Truck drivers and daily drivers....for sure. One million percent worth it. Trust me.
Lionel Messi is now a Polarized Lenses reviewe
What are sum drippy ass glasses that black out my eyes and make you not even see my eyes
Not sure what 'drippy' means, but it sounds good!
If you're looking to obscure your eyes behind your lenses, you'll need to go with a mirror coating. You can get a subtle mirror coating if you're not looking for something too bold, but if you want to properly obscure your eyes, you'll want to go with a solid mirror.
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Polarized lenses give me a headache and make me dizzy.
Polarized is all good till you have to look at your phone.
That is a good point! I have found that the better polarized lenses are less of an issue with this, but it will always be the case to some degree. It is because the digital displays also have some element of polarizer in them and polarized on polarized makes things look funny or totally blacked out.
There are polarized clear lenses 100%.
"sometimes - yes, sometimes - no..." very helpful 👎
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This video made me want to gouge my eyes out with a rusty nail.
Thanks for the constructive feedback!