Questions about Nikon eyeglasses lens

[Sgt_Strider]

So I recently got a pair of eyeglasses with Nikon 1 lens. I'm wondering what is the difference between the Nikon 1 and 3? I'm assuming there's a 2, but I never heard of anyone using it. Also, does anyone here know how to check for the authenticity of the lens? I don't know where to locate that fog logo that the Nikon website said to look for.

[Brandon]

To check for authenticity, just hold up the lenses to a light and you should be able to see "Nikon" on them. You might have to play around with the angle.

[aquariaguy]

Nikon's are overrated, so as Essilor Crizal if you've heard of 'em. The basic lenses these guys have are fine.

Three main companies:
Nikon, Essilor and Hoya

Aslong as you get a basic lense, scratch coat, antiglare, index of 1.67, you're good to go. Curious, if you mind telling me what your prescription was, and how much you paid for those Nikons.



The logo should be laser printed on the lens. If anyone has progressive lenses, if you hold those up to a light, you can see laser markings with the brand, model, and the ADD of your reading prescription.

[M@rk]

Nikon 1 is just the regular lens (1.5 index). There is no Nikon 2, but Nikon 3 is 1.6, Nikon 4 is 1.67, 5 is 1.74.

Nikon 3,4,5 are high-index lenses "super thin", and you probably noticed the huge price difference... if you have a low prescription (ie. under 2.00) or really small frames, there's no point in going with the high-index.

And all Nikon lenses come with the Nikon cloth in packaging, so you'll know it's authentic even if you can't find the marking.

[Sgt_Strider]

Nikon's are overrated, so as Essilor Crizal if you've heard of 'em. The basic lenses these guys have are fine.

Three main companies:
Nikon, Essilor and Hoya

Aslong as you get a basic lense, scratch coat, antiglare, index of 1.67, you're good to go.

No offence, but I did not ask for your opinion on the brand itself. If you don't like Nikon then fine, but don't attempt to start an argument by making absurd statements like that.

[Sgt_Strider]

Nikon 1 is just the regular lens (1.5 index). There is no Nikon 2, but Nikon 3 is 1.6, Nikon 4 is 1.67, 5 is 1.74.

Nikon 3,4,5 are high-index lenses "super thin", and you probably noticed the huge price difference... if you have a low prescription (ie. under 2.00) or really small frames, there's no point in going with the high-index.

And all Nikon lenses come with the Nikon cloth in packaging, so you'll know it's authentic even if you can't find the marking.

The guy at the store gave me two Nikon lens packaging, but no cloth. Does it matter though? I got a lens cloth with the store's logo on it. I figure it's probably going to be sufficient to clean the lens. I guess I'll examine the lens under light tomorrow just to make sure it's the real deal.

My prescription is under 2.0 for both eyes.

[M@rk]

Nikon's are overrated, so as Essilor Crizal if you've heard of 'em. The basic lenses these guys have are fine.

Three main companies:
Nikon, Essilor and Hoya

Aslong as you get a basic lense, scratch coat, antiglare, index of 1.67, you're good to go.



The logo should be laser printed on the lens. If anyone has progressive lenses, if you hold those up to a light, you can see laser markings with the brand, model, and the ADD of your reading prescription.

There's actually a huge difference. IMO Crizal is better than Nikon, but that's just me.

The coating of Crizals (and Nikons etc.) are far superior... if you compare them to normal antiglare lenses, you can tell right away which one has the clearer coating. Also, the antiglare coating of the cheaper lenses wears over time, especially for people who clean their glasses often.

You guys should consider Nikon ICE or Crizal Alize if you can afford them...they have an amazing coating, so stuff doesn't stick and you rarely have to clean your glasses. It's clearer too.

[Sgt_Strider]

To check for authenticity, just hold up the lenses to a light and you should be able to see "Nikon" on them. You might have to play around with the angle.

I finally got around to trying that and I don't see the "Nikon" logo anywhere regardless of the angle that I was looking at. Where is the logo supposed to be located on the lens? Is the location different amongst the Nikon lens series? I'm a little worried since I don't see the Nikon logo.

[vintage]

i had these frameless glasses and i had to put nikon 3. the lenses cost like $300...i feel like i got ripped off

[Brandon]

I finally got around to trying that and I don't see the "Nikon" logo anywhere regardless of the angle that I was looking at. Where is the logo supposed to be located on the lens? Is the location different amongst the Nikon lens series? I'm a little worried since I don't see the Nikon logo.

It has to be a bright light that you use. If it's a really bright light (LED flashlight), you can see it at all angles (at least on my glasses). It's near the middle, but a little lower on both my pairs of glasses (one is 1.67 and one is 1.74 index).

[Taiphun]

Nikon high index might be up to 6 now..

Doesn't Pentax also make high index lenses?

[Trooper8111]

I also find that Crizal has the best product

[urban1]

http://www.nikonlenswear.ca/en/lentilles/simple.php

Thats got details.

But Ive never heard of the logo being on the lenses. I have several pairs of of frames that are supposed to have Nikon lenses. I cant see the logo in any of them.

[Sgt_Strider]

http://www.nikonlenswear.ca/en/lentilles/simple.php

Thats got details.

But Ive never heard of the logo being on the lenses. I have several pairs of of frames that are supposed to have Nikon lenses. I cant see the logo in any of them.


I don't see the logo under any lighting condition and or angle.

[sockhead]

I've heard that the distributors have dropped the prices on their 1.74 index lenses. I went to Greiche and Scaff, and they quoted me $535 for a pair, not including my frames... it just seems like too much.

Anyone know how much these actually go for?

[Brandon]

http://www.nikonlenswear.ca/en/lentilles/simple.php

Thats got details.

But Ive never heard of the logo being on the lenses. I have several pairs of of frames that are supposed to have Nikon lenses. I cant see the logo in any of them.

http://i27.tinypic.com/33ojn78.jpg

Just took a pic of it, and it's hard to take pics of a lens (and yes, my glasses are dirty) :lol:

Maybe only some of their lenses have this? Or it's due to a coating?

[LightHawk]

Taken from http://www.nikonlenswear.ca/en/faq.php

Question:
Does the fog logo appear on all Nikon lenses?

Answer:
The fog logo will appear on all 3-in-1 coated Nikon progressives and on all 3-in-1 coated Near-Intermediate lenses.

[Sgt_Strider]

Taken from http://www.nikonlenswear.ca/en/faq.php

Question:
Does the fog logo appear on all Nikon lenses?

Answer:
The fog logo will appear on all 3-in-1 coated Nikon progressives and on all 3-in-1 coated Near-Intermediate lenses.

So what does Nikon 1 lens qualifies as?

[dragonfly888]

I'm looking to buy my second pair of Nikon progressives. I have been quoted $405 & tax at one place. Does anyone have any ideas on reputable places in the Toronto area? Thanks...

[tataynik]

I finally got around to trying that and I don't see the "Nikon" logo anywhere regardless of the angle that I was looking at. Where is the logo supposed to be located on the lens? Is the location different amongst the Nikon lens series? I'm a little worried since I don't see the Nikon logo.

To see it easier, breath on the lens to fog them up.

[Sgt_Strider]

To see it easier, breath on the lens to fog them up.

So do that and then put the lens under bright light?

[cauliflower18]

I bought a pair of glasses in Japan back in '04/'05 and got the thinnest lenses possible. Happened to be Nikon 5, but I only realised after about a year there was a logo on one of the lenses and I had no idea what it was and thought I had scratched it by accident until I read a couple of threads talking about the logo.

In PMall the quote I got for Nikon 5 1.74 w/ ICE coating was about $300-$320 and up to almost $500 at one store. That's just for the lens.

[kuby]

I'm also curious about checking for authenticity on Nikon lenses. The Nikon website states, "the fog logo will appear on all 3-in-1 coated Nikon progressives and on all 3-in-1 coated Near-Intermediate lenses". I think this means that if you have single vision lenses there is no fog logo...which is a bummer since I need single vision lenses and am still paying an arm and a leg for them. Anyway, I emailed Nikon, so hopefully they can shed some light on the situation. I will definitely let you know as soon as I hear from them.

Quick question: I have a pretty high prescription (about -9.0) so I really want to get the Nikon NL5AS with HCC ICE coatings. Plus, I want to get designer frames (I'm a girl, can't help it). I realize this is gonna cost me quite a bit of money but would like to save a little if possible. My friend told me about some stores in First Markham Place and I've checked them out on the Nikon website and a few of them come up as Nikon experts so I wanted to try out these stores. Has anyone here purchased glasses from these stores, specifically with Nikon lenses? Anything I should beware of?

[Brandon]

Quick question: I have a pretty high prescription (about -9.0) so I really want to get the Nikon NL5AS with HCC ICE coatings. Plus, I want to get designer frames (I'm a girl, can't help it). I realize this is gonna cost me quite a bit of money but would like to save a little if possible. My friend told me about some stores in First Markham Place and I've checked them out on the Nikon website and a few of them come up as Nikon experts so I wanted to try out these stores. Has anyone here purchased glasses from these stores, specifically with Nikon lenses? Anything I should beware of?

I have -9.5 prescription, and if you want thin looking lenses, get small frames (not wide). On my glasses, the edges are still thick, but the middle part of the lens is really thin (kinda useless when the edges are thick). And I have Nikon 1.74 index lenses.

[kuby]

I have -9.5 prescription, and if you want thin looking lenses, get small frames (not wide). On my glasses, the edges are still thick, but the middle part of the lens is really thin (kinda useless when the edges are thick). And I have Nikon 1.74 index lenses.

Thanks for your advice! I'm gonna shop around for small frames that suit my face, which is pretty round so I dunno how good small frames would look on me...:confused:

I got a reply from a Nikon rep! Here's what she said:
"...On single vision stock lenses edged in the eyecare specialist you will not find the fog logo but you will still receive an authenticity card which is the real way to authenticate your lenses..."

Hope this helps ;)

[Brandon]

Thanks for your advice! I'm gonna shop around for small frames that suit my face, which is pretty round so I dunno how good small frames would look on me...:confused:

I got a reply from a Nikon rep! Here's what she said:
"...On single vision stock lenses edged in the eyecare specialist you will not find the fog logo but you will still receive an authenticity card which is the real way to authenticate your lenses..."

Hope this helps ;)

Oh, and wire-frames make thick lenses more obvious, so get thicker frames. I know I'll do that next time :lol:

[kuby]

Oh, and wire-frames make thick lenses more obvious, so get thicker frames. I know I'll do that next time :lol:

Okay good cuz I have my eyes on a pair that are a bit thicker and the arms are very thick so they'll hide the sides of the lenses better. I'm gonna place my order tomorrow!! I hope I get a good deal at one of the optical stores in PM or FMP :cheesygri

[TenzoR]

http://i27.tinypic.com/33ojn78.jpg

Just took a pic of it, and it's hard to take pics of a lens (and yes, my glasses are dirty) :lol:

Maybe only some of their lenses have this? Or it's due to a coating?

I believe all their authentic lenses have this "security" feature. It works better if you put the glasses in cold water and fog them up. Then again, if you need glasses to see, you might want to get someone else to look at it since without glasses you could be blind as a bat ;)

[a88888888a]

So what does Nikon 1 lens qualifies as?

Nikon 1 is just a normal lens equivalent to those made in Japan, Germany, France and Korea. You most likely over paid due to the brand as they aren't worth too much.

[suneil]

Somebody recently asked how much Nikon V lenses cost.

I just got some glasses fitted with Nikon V + ICE for $370 (lens only). I've had Nikon V for two years now (on my old glasses); haven't noticed any problems and love the thinness.

The prices really really range though, so you have to shop around.

[xenoleaf]

I'm given an offer of $150 for Nikon lenses in downtown Montreal at a place called Optique Le Cartier. They are listed under 'Find you local Nikon Expert' on the Nikon lenswear site (http://www.nikonlenswear.ca/en/lentilles/expert.php), but...should I be suspicious?

I'm a student, and this place has many deals for students, and they'll include anti-reflect, anti-scratch, UV protection, index 1.6.

[a88888888a]

Nikon's are overrated, so as Essilor Crizal if you've heard of 'em. The basic lenses these guys have are fine.

Three main companies:
Nikon, Essilor and Hoya

Aslong as you get a basic lense, scratch coat, antiglare, index of 1.67, you're good to go. Curious, if you mind telling me what your prescription was, and how much you paid for those Nikons.



The logo should be laser printed on the lens. If anyone has progressive lenses, if you hold those up to a light, you can see laser markings with the brand, model, and the ADD of your reading prescription.

Finally someone who knows what they are talking about. The brands are not what's important, it's how the coatings perform.

Crizal is better than Nikon, but there are plenty of coatings better than Crizal. Essilor is a marketing machine, nothing more.