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   Are polarized lenses better than sunglasses?

   • Sunglasses help guard your eyes from the blinding light of the day, and polarized lenses go even further. “Polarized lenses are almost like mini Venetian blinds — there are microscopic blinds that are in the film in the lens,” says Barton. “That cuts out the glare that’s coming into your eyes at that angle. It’s very effective at this.”

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   Why are polarised sunglasses so expensive?

   • Higher Cost: Generally more expensive than non-polarised sunglasses due to the advanced technology involved in manufacturing. Limited Use in Low Light Conditions: Not as effective in low light situations or during night time, as the polariser filter reduce visible light.

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   What are polarized sunglasses?

   • Polarized sunglasses are designed to reduce glare caused by horizontal light waves bouncing off reflective surfaces such as water, snow, sand, and roads. They have a built-in vertical polarizing filter that blocks these horizontally oriented light waves, allowing only vertically oriented light to pass through.

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   Are polarized lenses better than tinted lenses?

   • “Most expensive frames have polarized lenses, which block out reflective light, like a wet road,” Denofa said. “Polarized lenses also cut more glare than just a tinted lens.” Basically, polarized lenses filter out horizontal light waves bouncing off surfaces like water, snow or glass.

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   Are polarized glasses worth it?

   • “A polarized lens in a $10 pair of glasses is going to have some of the properties of a polarized lens in a $500 pair of glasses,” Barton said. “But, you’re getting 30 percent more effectiveness and quality, and maybe 50 to 80 percent more durability when you start going up.”

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   Do polarized sunglasses block UV rays?

   • Polarized lenses and UV protection are separate considerations, so although sunglasses with polarized lenses often block UV rays, that’s not a given. “Most expensive frames have polarized lenses, which block out reflective light, like a wet road,” Denofa said. “Polarized lenses also cut more glare than just a tinted lens.”

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   Jan 26, 2021 · “Most expensive frames have polarized lenses, which block out reflective light, like a wet road,” Denofa said. “Polarized lenses also cut more glare than just a tinted lens.” Basically, polarized lenses filter out horizontal light waves bouncing off surfaces like water, snow or glass.

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   Plus, what does 'polarised' mean, and is it important? Greg Foot sets out to investigate, testing sunglasses ranging in price from £2.50 to more than £100. The results are surprising.

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   Jun 28, 2023 · The ranks of polarized lenses go roughly like this: cheaper glasses use acrylic or acetate material with a polarized film in between, better glasses use glass with injection-molded polycarbonate lenses and/or polarized CR-39 lenses and the best glasses use polarized crystal glass.

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   Jul 9, 2020 · It’s true that expensive sunglasses tend to have more durable frames, better design and a more comfortable fit. But they often offer the same shortcomings as cheaper sunwear. The trouble is, the price of your fancy sunglasses isn’t always an indication of quality.

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   May 13, 2024 · Based on market research, mass market polarised sunglasses cost nearly 25% more on average than non-polarised versions. Of course, the cost of polarised lenses depends on brand, vendor, lens material and other factors such as prescription or coatings.

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   May 11, 2023 · Why are polarized lenses important? Light is exhausting for your eyes. As beams bounce off different surfaces, and come in from different angles, your pupils struggle to keep up with moment-to-moment changes. Polarized lenses help make things easier on your eyes by “channeling” light and reducing its movement.

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   Apr 14, 2023 · Polarized sunglasses are designed to reduce glare caused by horizontal light waves bouncing off reflective surfaces such as water, snow, sand, and roads. They have a built-in vertical polarizing filter that blocks these horizontally oriented light waves, allowing only vertically oriented light to pass through.