On left side is an IR-lens and on the right is a regular sunglasses lens. When infrared is used, the IR-lens turns black while the regular sunglasses lens becomes clear.
All models of frames and clip-ons come with your choice of IR-light or IR-dark lenses. Here are the main differences…
IR-light lenses can be used day/night and indoors/outdoors.
IR-dark lenses are sunglasses meant for day/outdoor use.
Both lens options have a yellow/green tint.
Both lenses block all ultraviolet & blue light.
IR-light and IR-dark lenses are made with specially formulated optical filters that absorb the near infrared spectrum which is critical for 3D facial mapping (e.g. iPhone X Face ID), eye tracking, and illumination on average infrared security cameras. Any device using infrared in the forms of laser or lamp will not be able to obtain the necessary eye biometrics for facial recognition or iris tracking. IR-lenses shield infrared radiation from your eyes and maintain your privacy.
How the IR-Lenses look while wearing them in daylight. IR-dark on the left and IR-light on the right.
Vision through IR-Lenses on the left and normal vision on the right.
IR-Lenses also filter out the ultraviolet and visible blue light spectrums allowing your vision to be more bright, crisp and clear. You will have more perception of depth and you will notice a reduction in the effects of smoke, haze and fog. IR-Lenses do the same thing as the BluBlockers of the 90's, but they also block the near infrared spectrum. Yes, they block all those garbage rays emanating from all the devices. Since infrared is perceived as heat, IR-lenses will keep your eyes cool and reduce squinting.
For indoor/outdoor environments during day/night.
Blocks 75% of the near infrared radiation spectrum (780-1400nm).
Blocks UV from 150-475nm (UVa, UVb, UVc, & visible blue light).
Good for indoor environments scattered with blue light (computers, LED lightbulbs, TVs, phones, etc.).
Blocks 3D infrared facial mapping during day/night and traditional 2D facial recognition on cameras using infrared for illumination.
For outdoor use as sunglasses during the day.
Blocks 95% of the near infrared radiation spectrum (780-1400nm).
Blocks UV from 150-495nm (UVa, UVb, UVc, & visible blue light).
Comparable to the darkest sunglasses you have ever worn, while still providing a vivid yellow/green viewing environment.
Blocks 3D infrared facial mapping during day/night and traditional 2D facial recognition on cameras using infrared for illumination.