SkiDiver
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I got a new Atomic subrame mask recently but haven't used it yet (looking forward to it--it fits me like a glove). My LDS now has the new Atomic ARC (anti-reflective coating) lenses available. The same mask with ARC would cost ~$30 more.
Here is some info on the technology:
http://atomicaquatics.com/vision.html
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Here is an excerpt from the Atomic website:
I'm going diving next week. The question is, should I trade in my normal Atomic subframe mask for the ARC version? Is it worth the extra cash? (I dive both warm water, when I travel, and cold, when I'm here at home in New England.)
Has anyone tried the new lenses yet? Are they worth it?
Here is some info on the technology:
http://atomicaquatics.com/vision.html
(Scroll down)
Here is an excerpt from the Atomic website:
What is ARC lens technology?
Anti-Reflective Coatings or ARC is a multi-layer metal oxide coating process applied to both sides of the Ultra-Clear lenses. This allows more light to enter the mask by reducing light reflections off the inside and outside surface of the lens. The metal oxide coating is only a few microns thick.
Why do you need ARC lens technology lenses?
Between 4-12% of light can be reflected back or lost by the standard green float glass mask lenses used by our competition. ARC technology lenses are especially important for SCUBA divers underwater, where available light is quickly absorbed by the surrounding water.
What will ARC technology lenses do for you?
Clearer, crisper vision. You will see more clearly underwater and objects in the distance will become more defined and acute.
Increased contrast and clarity.
Reduces eyestrain, glare, and prevents ghost images on the viewing area of the lens.
An absolute must for night diving, limited visibility conditions, and underwater photographers.
I'm going diving next week. The question is, should I trade in my normal Atomic subframe mask for the ARC version? Is it worth the extra cash? (I dive both warm water, when I travel, and cold, when I'm here at home in New England.)
Has anyone tried the new lenses yet? Are they worth it?