*Did You Know* ➡When it comes to Zeiss lenses, the best quality comes from the official factory in Aalen, Germany. In other markets, the Zeiss lens designs are licensed out, so aren't actually manufactered by Zeiss themselves. That's why a lot of clients order their Zeiss lenses from us.

@LElaine1987

Жыл бұрын

This is very good to know

@patrickhussain7163

Жыл бұрын

Where is your study to support this quality claim?

@donaldducko6580

Жыл бұрын

@@patrickhussain7163 it’s a new world. Some BMWs are made in South Carolina. If Zeiss takes the exact same equipment and ships it overseas somewhere are they not the same lenses? German made is nice, but you’re paying a premium unfortunately.

@jojotwice8918

Жыл бұрын

how would you know where your Zeiss lens are coming from

@arshiasobhani5069

Жыл бұрын

Hi first of all sorry for my poor English. These days I have being on a hunt of a good frames and lenses. I am suffering from dried eyes and had LASIK surgery over than 10 years ago and since then I am have difficulty to see during night and when the light is low. I can not drive during night because of glare and oncoming car’s lights and high beam. Also I have difficulty to see clearly traffic lights. I live in Canada and would like you to help me with choosing a affordable frames and ZEISS lenses which are suitable for me . Please let me know how I can contact you directly. Thanks

You have no idea how much I enjoy this type of content, thank you so much

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

As much as I enjoy making it 😜

@fascinatingcreationsinc1942

5 ай бұрын

Me too

In the US you mostly see Essilor due to Luxottica's monopolizing behavior. They definitely make great lenses, but they're evil. They even own vision insurance companies so that patients are forced to use Essilor to use their benefits. If you have the choice, ask for Zeiss just because they're not creating a greedy monopoly.

@thespectaclefactory

5 ай бұрын

💯 well said!

@manyu5002

2 ай бұрын

Sadly, Shamir is also owned by luxottica essilor.

@babybalengo

Ай бұрын

And Shamir is Luxottica too….

@cigarsgunsandgasoline8032

Ай бұрын

as long as they're decent, I could really care less about the brand...

@SeeWildlife

Ай бұрын

​@@cigarsgunsandgasoline8032or their business ethics tbh

Super helpful review. I really enjoy your videos, as they are informative, and your communication style is very engaging. Thank you!

Great video once again, very helpful indeed. Happy birthday Robert. 🥳

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

I would love to have a more endepth video on the 4K categorised lens manufactors! I sure you know this but Zeiss do a Blue Guard where instead of a coating applied to lenses usually, it is actually worked into the lens material! I have only seen a couple of Leica lenses without prescription as they did a collaboration with MyKita... they are beautiful! Cannot wait to get your opinion/review on them! Anyway, such great content as always!! Xx 😻

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Yeah! They did partner with MyKita (that's where the video in that section is from). I'm excited to review Leica properly.

Thanks I've been looking for this info for years!

Super informative! Hope to see more videos on the subject

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

More to come! Hope you're subscribed

I was already zeissed just from yr channel. I always look for optics with zeiss. Thanks, great video!

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

More to come! Thanks for your support, as ever!

@emmavnn_

Жыл бұрын

“Zeissed” 😂

Oh snap!!!! Keep up the amazing content!

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

❤️ I'll try!

Thanks for all the info you share!

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome - thank you for watching!

Another great video. RE Alba with Zeiss lenses when I need new glasses next or when my prescription changes. I now know where to go.

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

💯😍

Excellent video. Great non bias video.

Please provide more content on the various Lens Manufacturers and their Lens Designs...this was enlightening.

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your feedback, and I will!

@ikarugaxx3749

11 ай бұрын

Indeed, it being the very information that generally sellers will strive to keep unknown from customers, there videos are priceless.

This video changed my life for the better. I get starburst flares when driving at night; I want the best sunglasses too, since I go to t beach and pool at least three to four times a week. I had no idea that I had options... SUBSCRIBED!!!.

@aryobimo29

2 ай бұрын

What lens you chose for the driving then?

@tonyaustin4629

2 ай бұрын

I am going to the optometrist next week and I am looking at Zeiss Drive Safe lenses as an option@@aryobimo29

@tonyaustin4629

2 ай бұрын

@@aryobimo29 I am going to use the "Zeiss Safe Drive

Highly informative. Thank you!

@thespectaclefactory

8 ай бұрын

We appreciate the support😊

Great video! I work with Essilor products, and they are awesome, but I wasnt aware of the info you gave of them, kinda sucks, but as you say, we can deny the quality of their products and why people chose them. Ill try to explore Zeiss products soon. Thanks for all the info :)

Love this video tx for all the info

@thespectaclefactory

11 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed!

That Grand Seiko watch looks amazing . Like your style and choice 👍

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Robert... one day 😍

I just purchased a pair of Maui Jim non-perscription sunglasses with their glass HCL bronze tint for playing golf in Arizona. I pleased that your review validated my choice.

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

They are an excellent choice!

@user-os6jh4ek3o

5 ай бұрын

Before my vision changed I always bought Maui. I’m a big fan.

@_Forever555

29 күн бұрын

Maui Jim is 4K for me, their polarized lenses are the best. Better than Ziess!

Great video. Previously I used Hoya progressives (their best version) but their prices went up over the years. So I jumped on Essilor 2 years back. I wasn't too happy. There were 2 issues. Hoya seemed to have less distortions at the periphery. I can't explain it but even the optician noticed it in my previous glasses. Another issue was the more reflections (maybe the coatings?!) in the Essilor lenses. I noticed it when people took photos of me (Essilor photos had more reflections).

@user-fw9gp8wg7f

7 ай бұрын

What was your script? Wanna know because the index matching might be bad

Best eyewear content on the internet! Thanks for your really interesting explanation and Tier List! I love my Zeiss (and Hoya) lenses. Perfect, comfortable vision for me with amazing tint combinations and technology. I’m fascinated though by the latest Metaform technology. May have to try them one day if you recommend it?

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

We could both try a pair and then compare our thoughts?

Great video! I can now confidently tell the optician which lens brand I prefer 😊

@thespectaclefactory

2 ай бұрын

👍

Thank you for sharing insights on lenses. No wonder it takes me longer to adjust to a few glasses and some give me headaches. I had no clue that lenses could impact the way you see. This is very helpful

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

really detailed video simply loved it. My preference is crizal but after watching this I feel I shud try Shamir or Zeiss

@thespectaclefactory

2 ай бұрын

You should!

@user-ue9sz5rj9w

2 ай бұрын

Crizal is good but Nikon is much better

As alot of people before seeing your vids on here which are great.i went to vision express for my glasses every two years. Next time I'll pay a visit to your store. Do places like vision express make there own prescription lenses and would they be rubbish?. I didn't know any better about lenses and frames till your Channel.most people I know only go vision express or spec savers lol. Least I know better now. Keep up the great work. Love the vids .

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Awesome. I look forward to meeting you in the future, Paul!

Great video ❤ thank you

@thespectaclefactory

7 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

This is great - i am personally much more interested in lens materials and coatings than frames :D

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

🙏

Great video. Do you think zeiss is better for stock single vision lenses and transitions. Are you saying that Essilor do better varifocal lenses? I am trying to make the choice easy for patients in store, would you go for essilor varifocals and if so what type would you recommend.

Hello I am a new subscriber and I love your channel already, based on your experience and knowledge, please tell me which brand you would put on the top? Im asking for my personal use, thanks

Awesome great presentation.... 👍

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 👍

What is your opinion on Younger Optics? Great video!!!

Hi Robert.. What frames are you wearing, in this video..? Love them..!

Having worn both high end Zeiss and high end Hoya lenses over the years (both progressives), I think they are both just as good. However: for entry-level lenses (hilux/nulux), Hoya has consistently had less peripheral distortion than Zeiss in my experience

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

That's interesting... I suppose Zeiss would be more sensitive to inaccuracies - were yours fitted using a digital measuring system? And I think you would find the opposite to be true now that ClearView has been created: kzread.info/dash/bejne/q6OCy7d7Z920gco.html

As someone who only started wearing glasses this year, I find this all fascinating. I really have no clue about these things and their complexity!!! I live in Shetland so my options here are very limited. The independent optometrist here is Essilor, I know that because they explained various options with me. But they are Essilor all the way. My experience thus far has been a mixed bag. My first pair of single vision with blue light filtering were great. At my retest my prescription had changed and it has been drama ever since. So I have no clue whether it's prescription issues or lense issues (they gave me Transition lenses with full UV protection and meant for driving). I shall check out your other videos.

@jopainting1668

6 ай бұрын

I personally would not choose transition lenses for driving. I realized something about transition lenses that I've never heard anyone mention before, but it's a HUGE factor in their performance. Unless the sunlight is directly hitting the lense, they will not do much to adjust! So if I'm just walking around with no hat on, fine, no problem. But horrible for driving or cycling or if I'm wearing a hat. All because the light is more likely to change very quickly and the light most of the time will not be directly hitting the lense so they do not provide adequate sun protection. Very limited use style of lense in my opinion.

@SeeWildlife

Ай бұрын

​@@jopainting1668FYI the glass in all cars made for many years has UV shielding. The transition lenses need the wavelength of UV to work that the cars glass filters out.

This is my first time watching your video.. I've learnt so much. I'm hoping choosing a high quality lens will support my night time driving . My anti-glare prescription glasses does not help me at all. I really do not like driving at night anymore .

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Zeiss DriveSafe or Hoya Enroute Pro lenses will really help you. We can make them for you! email me - rob@thespectaclefactory.com

@shirl100000

Жыл бұрын

@@thespectaclefactory thank you. I will do

I ordered FOR YEARS the absolutely most expensive (purple looking, lotus effect yada yada ) lenses from Zeiss in Germany. I now purchased premium lenses from Nikon in Japan. Never will I go back, hands down.

@adiwirasaputra4887

11 күн бұрын

Which has better vision , Zeiss or NIKON ?

@adiwirasaputra4887

11 күн бұрын

Which has better vision, Zeiss or Nikon ?

Absolutely informative video! Have you heard of ABB Labs lenses ?

Could you tell more about tribrid? Is it a better choice for rimless glasses than trivex or high index (at least for someone who wants to go super lightweight)? Great content, as always :)

@wanrohaizan8381

Жыл бұрын

It is a high index impact resistant lens at 1.60. 1.53 from trivex do gives a very good optical clarity compared with 1.59 polycarbonate lenses. These 3 indexes are very good for rimless if what ure looking for is unbreakable one.

Great video, thanks! Here in Portugal, Shamir used to be half of the price before Essilor took them over, and I was told they have been produced right in Lisbon so you you could have anything you wanted the next day. Not anymore... Now you pay much, much more, thanks to Essilor... I am not so sure about Leica: they have recently started making watches too. I guess, like the watches, the lenses will be very competent but not incredible products, but you will pay a LOT because of the name...

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

I suspect you might be right... let's see

Zeiss by a ocuntry mile. Having said that had 2 pairs Maui Jim Sunnies decades ago they were outstanding optically. Great Video!

The glasses I just ordered, have Shamir AI and Glacier technology. This video made me feel much better about that choice. Thanks.

@thespectaclefactory

2 ай бұрын

Nice choice!

THANKS A LOT VERY HELPFULL INFORMATION

@thespectaclefactory

2 ай бұрын

🙏

i had one of the worst experiences with nikon lenses. hoya is very good from what i remember. i am now using extractive by essilor. so far so good for what i am using the lens for. my lenses is a polarized transition lens.

I buy my glasses at Costco. My latest are Essilor Transitions/Drivewear / Essilor clear in Ray-Ban frames (Luxotica) and the price is unbeatable for high quality glasses.

@user-os6jh4ek3o

5 ай бұрын

I go to Costco too. Do you buy the frame and request those specific lenses? Does Costco send the glasses to lenses’ company to make the glasses. I am used to buying popular brand like coach/Prada etc , hand them the prescription. Unfortunately, the distance glasses come back useless. I can’t use them especially at night to drive.

In Asia region, there is a company which is seldom heard of from Japan: Asahi-lite. They are the inventors of the 1.67 and 1.74 high index PC lenses. One key thing is that all the lenses that are custom degrees are custom made in Japan. So I had to wait 3 weeks ... but it was worth it. I have very high astigmatism, myopia and with middle age I went for the progressive lenses. I compared it to the HOYA which was locally made and HOYA was no where near when it comes to clarity. I have to wait another 2-3 years to see how Asahi-Lite UV3G black sapphire coating lasts. Based on my experience of using HOYA for more than 20 years, their coatings are the best I have know which can last 5 years (clean only with water and special microfiber cloth). So where will you rate Asahi-lite?

@iatsd

6 ай бұрын

I had the same contrast between Hoya and Nikon. I never knew any better until I could afford Nikon and then, when getting a lense replaced in Japan after an accident, they fitted Nikon and the difference in clarity was fvcking amazing. Side by side you could physically *see* that the Hoya lenses were less clear.

@idee7896

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info!

@sreedevmnair674

2 ай бұрын

i have asahi lite lenses and they are great

As a photographer, I'm very interested in the lenses you mentioned by Leica. Also interested in glass. Imagine my chagrin when I was having lenses made for some c. 1910 frames and wanted glass. I was told that as of November last year, they were no longer available. Polycarbonate lenses in antique frames is just wrong.

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Definitely not true! (as you know)... stay tuned for Leica

@Mark-rw3kw

4 ай бұрын

You don't need to get glass to have good lens material. Polycarbonate is the worst lens in terms of abbe value (chromatic aberration). 1.60 plastic lenses have a good compromise between somewhat high index and very good abbe value. 1.67 lenses are thinner and lighter, but poor abbe value also (but slightly better than polycarbonate). Unfortunately, most salespeople at optical shops will try and put you into polycarbonate, because they are the strongest lenses and required for children doing sports, etc, and they don't want to get sued. Older people who don't need polycarbonate lens strength should avoid them like the plague, especially if their lens powers are high plus or high minus.

I actually wear the Crizal Sapphire HR lenses from EssilorLuxottica and honestly they are pretty good, i enjoy the optical clearity, and good coating, but i havent seen such a difference with the Perfalit Solitaire Protect Plus 2 lenses from Rodenstock. So Rodenstock for me next time I get new specs :D

Hey Robert, i love your content, keep it up! I am a hired optician in Spain and we work with INDO optical and Nexo optics, what do you think about them? Thamk You.

Hi Robert, great content! Could you please help me answering these: 1. Is Zeiss Smartlife or Clearview better? 2. Is PhotofusionX or Transitions Gen 8 better? 3. Is Zeiss Duravision Platinum or Crizal Sapphire coating better? Thank you

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

SmartLife is way more advanced than ClearView. That said some prefer the pure sharpness of ClearView. I prefer SmartLife. PhotoX all the way for me! 3 - depends on the market. If you're getting DVP applied in Germany (if you buy from us for example) then DVP. Otherwise, it's a gamble as the formula is licensed out to independent labs (same as Crizal)

@tuananhtrantrong5140

Жыл бұрын

@@thespectaclefactory Thank you very much. Could you please explain a bit more about why is the Zeiss Smartlife way more advanced than Clearview? From my reading, Smartlife is some kind of optimised for digital age but not clear how or what technology is used. While the Clearview seems more advanced with freeform technology, flatter, thinner & sharper periphery vision.

Great Video Rob! Would have been better to see where Optiswiss would work in your rankings ;) 100% Independent, fully made in Switzerland since 1937.

After reading the comments I have the feeling being the only one having Rodenstock varifocal lenses. I can say that they are fabulous! I ordered those because at my opticien they were the most expensive and recommended just before the highest quality of Hoya. My next pair of glasses I will probably try out the Hoya.

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Rodenstock certainly are very good

Do you have a video on Neurolens? What do you think of them? Thank you, very useful videos.

I currently have Transitions Xtractive lenses, but I’m due for a new prescription. Living on a tiny Canadian island doesn’t give me much for brand choices, but I’m intrigued by Zeiss because I do enjoy Carl Zeiss camera lenses.

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

We ship internationally free of charge! So drop us an email if you are interested at hello@thespectaclefactory.com - we also offer custom lenses to your prescription if you're interested

@autistikait

Жыл бұрын

@@thespectaclefactory that sounds amazing, but I fear my budget and your pricing may fall in different tax brackets 😂 (which isn’t a dig to say you’re overcharging, and more of a reflection on inflation and income 🤦🏻‍♀️)

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

We offer a range of eyewear including some more affordable brands. Why don't you book a virtual consultation with us and I'll go through all of this with you personally! Email us at hello@thespectaclefactory.com and we can book you in

@whodat9198

8 ай бұрын

Interesting you say Maui Jim is top tier for non prescription sunglasses. Mine are def below my HD Oakleys in performance

Your video is great in focusing some leading optics 👀🤓😎👀 Its not easy to present all respectable but others we could describe here like: Indo ( Spain ), Rupp + Hubrach ( Germany ), Tokai ( Japan ), Zylux ( India ) who nobody yet include / they have 4K zero reflections for example / ....

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Interesting, thanks!

great video! what about tokai lutina lenses? Are they owned by Hoya?

If you work with zeiss, rodenstock is tremendously similar in terms of product scale and philosophies The most important thing will always do, a good refraction and taking measurements

Thanks for the info. I would recommend an SM7B microphone to solve the echo issue. Mine cost me approx £400 with all the parts.

Great video, but the Nikon Seemax Ultimate are fantastic lenses and should between the HD and 4k tier.

@cytherians

3 ай бұрын

I also have to wonder about the rank on Nikon, as it could be just happenstance of one model that was tested. Their optical quality is usually excellent. Or perhaps quality has changed over time? Nearly all of my Nikon sunglasses are vintage and some are tempered glass (instead of polycarbonate). Never any eyestrain and phenomenal glare reduction without the use of a polarizing filter.

Hi, i really need ur help, which one I used to choose between these 2 : Rodenstock Cosmolit or Hoya Nulux Full Controll I want to buy a new glasses today.. really appreciate for ur help :)

Phew I was upsold to get Zeiss lenses for my sunglasses and eyeglasses to help with my astigmatism. I’m glad to hear they’re top tier.

@thespectaclefactory

6 ай бұрын

👍

Another great video. I wanted to ask you a question. Can I use Zeiss digital lens (boost at bottom) if I have mild astigmatism (0.5) in one eye? Thank you.

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Yes 👍

@AwaisJaved1

Жыл бұрын

@@thespectaclefactory Thank you so much.

I just got my Zeiss digital lenses. My eye doctor suggested them because I am in between two prescriptions. Digital lenses give me clarity without going with the stronger prescription.

I buy glasses at Costco do you know what brand o f lenses they use? Great video very informative

I have always used specsavers until a while ago, when using a local optician who sell Hoya and Zeiss lenses the difference was immediate. like most things you get what you pay for, but until you try its then when you realise!!

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Exactly 👍

@emmavnn_

Жыл бұрын

Couldn’t agree more with this

@villea1841

Жыл бұрын

I actually asked the local Specsavers who manufactures the lenses for them and they said it is Zeiss. 🤔🤔🤔

@hellomynameisjim

11 ай бұрын

@@villea1841 How interesting; it seems you were deceived! I was curious too and asked their online support who told me that International Glazing Services (IGS), an entity owned by Specsavers, manufactures all of their frames & lenses.

@florinaloredana2000

10 ай бұрын

​@@hellomynameisjim It's actually Pentax lenses in the Specsavers eyeglasses 👓

Hi Robert, Does being a photochromic lens decrease the antireflective performance of a coating compared to clear lens? For example, a photochromic lens and a clear lens, both with the same Duravision plantinum coating, would the antireflective performance on both lens still be the same?

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Yes, it would

You’ll have to also talk about IOT customized lenses like you did for me.

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

I did reference them in this video! Said they are great. You still happy with yours?

Speaking of lenses, do you have any insight as to why there aren't ceramic coatings used like on car paint or cellphone screens? Or is thay what the scratch resistance coatinga are?

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Good question, it's because the coating has to be extremely transparent to maintain good optics, and also because lens materials are notoriously difficult to bond a coating to

Hi, very informative! As a professional photographer (62 years young) I need to get my first progressive multifocal glasses. Our Pearle reseller has only the Rodenstock, but of course I'm interested in those Leica's, as I want the best there is. Money is not the question, but best quality is. What can you tell about the difference with Rodenstock, and where is your Leica test? Urgent as I need to go for these new glasses... Thanks

@thespectaclefactory

11 ай бұрын

Hi, why don't you drop us an email at hello@thespectaclefactory.com and one of our team will be in touch! Alternatively, you could book a virtual style consultation with Rob and he can go through this with you. -Haleemah

I’ve had Rodenstock and Essilor lenses and both are excellent. Recently I changed from some Transitions with Crizal Prevencia from 2021 to a pro410 from Rodenstock, with a polarized clip on. Good change, but I miss having photocromic lenses.

@crisnenu

3 ай бұрын

I’ve yet again changed glasses, and I’ve chosen Rodenstock Colormatic 3 (their name for photocromic technology) this time. It’s quite a good change: their antireflective coating is premium and they are fantastic, as in they turn very dark fast enough, and back to clear faster than my previous Transitions lenses. Chile is filled with independent optics and Rodenstock is one of the most popular laboratories throughout the country. Every lens I’ve had with them is fantastic. 10/10 brand in my opinion.

Thank you for the info, I had no idea there were so many Perscription lenses available. Every time I have purchased a pair of glasses in the US at any optical shop, I was never offered separate brands of lenses. It has always been so you want scratch proof and only recently I was asked if I wanted blue blockers or transitions. It wasn’t until I started purchasing frames and lenses online that I was asked which brands I wanted. I have my first pair of glasses being delivered tomorrow with Zeiss photofusion lenses and I am excited to see how different they are from the lenses I’ve had in the past.

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

I'm excited for you!

@Kevinj-fe4bd

Жыл бұрын

they wont be as good as transition branded lenses,i work in the optical trade.

@ibrahim-lj7wl

Жыл бұрын

@@Kevinj-fe4bd Is transitions better than zeiss?

@majidkhan89

Жыл бұрын

How are your new glasses now? I too always opt for the standard lens the opticians offer. I thought all lenses are the same. I've now got a opticians appointment and will be updating my glasses. So keen to know if zeiss is worth it or not.

@harmony3138

6 ай бұрын

Well, what was your experience with Zeiss photofusion lenses?

Can a Zeiss digital prescription be applied put in contact lenses or is it only for eyeglasses ? I wear cl for 50 yrs by BauschLomb Boston ES cl for myopia w -2.25 correction..simple

Really need this sort of info for sunglass lenses - materials, coatings, polairsation and all. I am very interested in that topic.

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Nice idea! Thanks

@wadsworth2351

Жыл бұрын

@@thespectaclefactory Can i contact you via e-mail? I need your help in determining and finding the perfect pair of shades according to my provisions. Do you have a business e-mail address that i can write to? Thanks!

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Sure hello@thespectaclefactory.com - look forward to hearing from you

I have Zeiss lenses (progressive) in my current specs - struggling to see the difference between them and prior Essilor lenses (other than 2x the cost!). very useful vid, thank you.

Hi Robert, you ask for comment : I am particularly aware of colour fringing on Camera lenses, I have a few Zeiss T* lenses. One of the things I learned was ; blacking around the edge/rim helps prevent fringing. I was able to tell on a test I did 25yrs ago, ( On Leica lenses) which lenses were made in Canada, & those made in Germany !! I mention this as I wish to order some Glass prescription lenses to obtain my order of preference. Glass not Cr39.

Nice video. In which cateogory would you put Nikon SeeMax Infinite Lens with Nikon SeeCoat NEXT coating (fyi, I believe thats their current flagship single vision lenses) - also Nikon's ophthalmic lens division is owned by Essilor, correct ?

Thank you for creating your videos. They are very helpful. I was just wondering I contacted my local Specsavers to see what type of they use and they said we use Specsavers lenses but I said you must have a lens manufacture you use but I just kept telling me Specsavers lenses, does that sound right to you??

@thespectaclefactory

2 ай бұрын

Yeah, they have their own lenses made for them in the far east under their brand. Maybe time to look at going somewhere else?

I had my oakley frame broken. I was unable to find same frame for the lens so i decided to buy new pair of lens and frames. I was offered hoya and was thinking if it was worth it. Thanks to this I feel like I did great purchase.

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

I have owned Varilux (Essilor), Zeiss, and Hoya progressive lenses in that order. The Hoya's were by far the best, although I only bought new lenses about once every 7 years, so some of the ones I owned are a bit dated. The other thing is that each manufacturer has several different models of progressives, and getting the correct fitting is also key. But I would stay with Hoya if I bought new lenses today.

Just have my first Zeiss lenses. My last progressives were hoya (their top choice one) and I was never really happy with them. I bought two pair of Zeiss…the office lenses and the drivesafe lenses. As I’ve gotten older I have found my night vision was really bad especially when the roads were wet and having oncoming traffic. The drivesafe lenses have made the headlights no longer a bother, things seem brighter and clearer and overall my night vision feels 15 years younger. With hoya I also had a hard time using my devices as I had to hold them farther away…the office lenses by Zeiss allow me to see things closer up. Looking forward to my next set of lenses and ordering from the spectacle factory

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you love the two pairs of Zeiss lenses we made for you!

Which lenses do optical express use in glasses that they sell?

I don't care about morality or ethics. So I went with Essilor lenses with Crizal Prevencia coating. And my God, am I happy with my decision. Actually, was, confused between Essilor and Zeiss but went with Essilor as they were cheaper. And both the lenses provided the same vision quality, at least in the Prevencia (Blue Light filter) category.

Who is best for varifocal lenses to enable wide vision?

Hello! I have a question about the lens quality. I ordered a pair from LensCrafters and I can see 'uneven' coating around the lenses. They have A-r, anti-smudge, and blue light filtering. Is it normal to see these subtle inconsistencies on the lenses? I thought big name equals good quality but I see from online reviews that isn't so with LC. The frame is Emporio Armani 3206 that I'm in love with btw

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, LC aren't known for quality. Hope you'll consider getting a pair from us in future. If there's an issue on the coating, they should replace it under warranty. It's not normal

My preference would be 1. Zeiss 2. Nikon - (The Seemax range is unbeatable) 3. Esillor

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your input! Not a bad list at all

@adamvukovic1601

Жыл бұрын

My top 3 👀🤓🥸😎👀 1. Zeiss 2. Tokai 3. Shamir

@donaldducko6580

Жыл бұрын

Lots of Zeiss fan boys here and that’s great but Zeiss makes all sorts of lenses and they aren’t all the same quality. It’s like a 3 series BMW vs a 7 series. Sure a 3 is a BMW, but it’s no where near the class of a 7 series. I would argue REAL BMWs don’t start until you get to the 7 series. Same with Mercedes. They plaster that star on a lot of garbage and Americans especially eat it up, but they’re no S class.

Hi Robert. I have recently started watching your videos and love them. You are quite open about your opinion about Zeiss and I trust you to share an unbiased and professional opinion. Regarding Rodenstock. I don’t think you have adequately or convincingly explained why Rodenstock is only HD and not 4k. You mentioned B.I.G. Technology but dismiss it as something not as “exciting”. The technology as per what their website indicates sounds pretty high-tech and more advanced than Zeiss DNeye. What are your thoughts??

Rupp + Hubrach was not included. Never try them but are very interesting 👀quality.. What is your opinion about them ( and please try to make a video about phenomen R+H )?

My optometrist in central London always recommends a high quality Nikon with my Linwood frames. Surprised to see them rates so low

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

They are good quality... just not the best

@stnr3107

2 ай бұрын

​@@thespectaclefactory Nikon lenses is among the best no doubt

I couldn’t agree more with my prescription being negative 8.5 and trying all these brands, I can say Zeiss has be the best for me.

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Zeiss is amazing aren't they!

I had a distinct improvement in contrast when going to top of the line Zeiss from top of the line Essilor (that were worn out in all fairness). Other main issue with lesser lenses I tried was chromatic aberration (color fringes) and weird geometry when panning the head for progressive lenses. I ask for top of the line because I can afford it and there's no item in my life that I use and need more than the glasses.

@thespectaclefactory

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing. Absiolutely, if you can afford it, why wouldn't you want the best possible vision? And the right lenses can be a big component in that

You just answered what I needed clarification on. I like your easy to understand quality chart. I’ll put you explanation in 4K.

@thespectaclefactory

7 ай бұрын

🙏

Zeiss hands down. With all the coatings and options they offer, you can really customize your eyewear.

@user-fw9gp8wg7f

7 ай бұрын

Too many options if you ask me

@border304

5 ай бұрын

How can you have too many options? Their website could be a bit clearer to be fair. Especially with the combinations.

My prescription is -24 and -30. All my life i used rodenstock, because it is only brand that my optition is working with. Because prescription is very high lenses are very thick. Would be interesting to try out zeiss to see if it could provide better vision quality or maybe even be thinner.

@thespectaclefactory

10 ай бұрын

You should definitely try out out Zeiss - they are very high quality lenses. -Haleemah

I wear Varilux series X/Crizal. I’ve worn Varilux lenses for over 30 years and love them. I tried a Zeiss lens about 2 years ago and hated them. When I complained the optician reordered them with Varilux Physio lenses…they were perfect.

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Some lens designs always work better for certain people

Hi Robin, great I like ur video, it makes lot of sense on ur video, pls..... to tell u that I am changing my lens from reading glasses to proper glass lenses which I learned the quality and the brand of lens......pls.....I would be happy if u can come on video on cataract lense, I am from Goa and lot of quakes r croping .....so pls...... tks.....

Please make a comparison video with blue photochromic lenses. Hoya is launching Sensity Oceanic Blue. I would love to see her against Photofusion Blue and Transitions Sapphire!

@thespectaclefactory

Жыл бұрын

Good suggestion!

Which lab is good for getting custom-tinted photochromic lenses?

Hi Thank you very much for your videos, always super interesting! I have a question, I can't find the exact answer. If the question was asked in the comments, sorry for asking again. Serengeti belongs to Bollé. What company makes their lenses? If they are the ones who manufacture their lenses, where do you place them in the ranking? Personally I really like the quality of their lenses at Serengeti for sunglasses! Lots of technology that improves visibility in general! thank you in advance for the answer and thank you again for your videos :)

Do you know anyway to get retrosuperfutures fixed? I stepped on them and the hinge got warped. A repair person added some type of glue or seal to make it so the arms are even. I would like to repair then tho

You didn't mention Unity, any opinion? thnx