Lenses For All Conditions

We’ve categorized our lenses by weather condition, ranging from High Alpine Sun (S4) to Sunny (S3) to Overcast/medium (S2) to Cloudy (S1) through to Night (S0). They cover all the kinds of conditions you will experience in the mountains. We also have our Photochromic lens, a lens that adapts to the various light you encounter during a day on the mountain. There are a few key things to check when you choose lenses for your goggles.

Lens Type: Choose lenses appropriate for the lighting conditions you’ll encounter. For example, mirrored lenses are great for bright, sunny days, while low-light or storm lenses are ideal for overcast or snowy conditions.
Lens Category: Our lenses have VLT (Visible Light Transmission) ratings. A higher VLT allows more light through, which is suitable for low-light conditions, while a lower VLT is better for bright days. The categories are divided to: High Alpine Sun (S4), Sunny (S3), Overcast/Medium (S2), Cloudy (S1) and Night (S0).
Lens Color: Different lens colors enhance contrast in different conditions. For example, amber or rose lenses can improve visibility in flat light, while dark lenses are best for sunny days.
Vision Clarity: We only us high-quality lenses that offer superior clarity and minimal distortion. This is crucial for skiers and snowboarders who need to quickly and accurately assess their surroundings, including changes in terrain, obstacles, and other riders. Distorted or unclear vision can lead to accidents.
Frame Fit: Make sure the goggles fit comfortably with your helmet and provide a wide field of vision without obstruction.
Ventilation: Good ventilation helps reduce fogging. Look for goggles with well-designed vents.
Anti-Fog: Many goggles have anti-fog coatings or double lenses to prevent fogging. This is crucial for maintaining clear vision.
UV Protection: Our lenses provide 100% UV protection to shield your eyes from harmful sun rays. This is essential at high altitudes where UV exposure is more intense. Prolonged exposure can lead to conditions like snow blindness, which can be painful and damaging to the eyes.
Magnetic lenses are easier and faster to change than regular lenses. The Östra and Sylarna frames are both equipped with magnets.

Our Range

The ZEISS Group has been contributing to technological progress for over 170 years – with solutions for semiconductor, automotive and mechanical engineering industries, biomedical research and medical technology as well as eyeglass lenses, camera and cine lenses, binoculars and planetariums. ZEISS Sunlens is a division of the ZEISS Group and is based in Italy. It is dedicated to research, development and production of high quality lenses for sunglasses and snow goggles.

Frequently Asked Questions

All you need to know about lenses for ski goggles!