V52® Lenses: Classic Style, Maximum Clarity
VALLON V52® lenses are built for visual precision and durability - combining impact resistance, optical clarity and 100% UV400 protection.
52
ABBE VALUE
Exceptional clarity for ultraclear vision vs. other lens materials
99
% POLAR EFFICIENCY
One of the best and most efficient in the industry for minimized glare
100
% UV400 PROTECTION
UVA/B protection guaranteed for all V52® lenses
20
% LIGHTER THAN TRIVEX
Nylon polyamide construction, comfortable from first light to last
OPTICAL CLARITY
An ABBE value of 52. The highest clarity sports lenses on the market.
A higher ABBE value means less light dispersion. Fewer colour fringes around the edges of objects, sharper definition, and less eye fatigue over long days outdoors.
ABBE VALUE
The number that sets V52® lenses apart
Lower values mean more dispersion, subtle rainbow fringes around objects, and more eye strain.
VALLON's V52® lenses are made from high-grade nylon polyamide with an ABBE value of 52, putting them in the high-clarity range (50–60). The result is sharper details and better depth perception.
POLARIZATION
Exceptional polar efficiency
A polarization filter works like invisible blinds - blocking horizontal glare while letting useful light pass through. The tighter those blinds, the more glare that's stopped.
Most low-cost polarized lenses manage 50–60%. VALLON V52® lenses sit in the top tier of sports eyewear at 98-99%.
LENS TINT
Four tints. No artificial color enhancement.
Lens tint changes how you perceive contrast, brightness, and colour. VALLON uses natural copper, green, and grey lenses that provide natural color vision, and add mirror coatings where extra glare-cutting matters.
Brown / Copper
15-17% VLT
Warms the scene and deepens shadows. Best for picking out detail in mixed light.
Fishing · Hiking · Driving
Green
15–16% VLT
Neutral contrast, and true-to-life colour. Our most versatile everyday tint.
Everyday · Cycling · Sailing
Smoke / Grey
9–16% VLT
Offers the most neutral colour rendering, and the strongest brightness reduction.
Bright sun · Open water · Long drives
Silver Mirror
11–16% VLT
A reflective coating layered over a lens. Cuts intense glare from snow and water.
Snow · Glacier · High altitude
COLOR FILTRATION
Optimised color vision for outdoor activities
Copper, green and grey lenses attenuate peaks and troughs across the visible color spectrum, reducing wavelength overlap.
This improves color separation and supports more accurate color perception, so you can enjoy the outdoors as mother nature intended.
LENS COATINGS
Three coatings. Working together.
Nylon polyamide bonds evenly with hard coatings thanks to its high surface energy and flexibility, so finishes stay even and resist delamination under heat and stress.
Scratch-resistant
A hard coating bonded evenly to the lens surface, reducing micro-cracks and keeping the lens clearer for longer through years of active use.
Hydro-oleophobic
A stacked coating that repels water, oil, and sweat. Easier to clean and longer-lasting than the same coating on lower-quality lens substrates.
Polarization filter
98–99% polar efficiency on V52® Polarized lenses. Cuts horizontal glare for sharper contrast on water, desert, and road.
PERFORMANCE EYEWEAR
Built around V52® technology
Frequently Asked Questions
VALLON V52® lenses are high-quality nylon polyamide lenses, designed for both sports performance and everyday wear. They combine exceptional optical clarity, impact resistance, lightweight comfort, and advanced coatings for all-day use.
V52® lenses have an ABBE value of 52, which means they have exceptional clarity. The result in sharper vision, less color fringing, and reduced eye strain compared to most standard, and sports lenses.
The ABBE value measures how much a lens material disperses light into colors. A higher ABBE value means less chromatic aberration, resulting in sharper vision and reduced color fringing.
An ABBE value of 52 places VALLON V52® lenses in the high-clarity range (50–60), significantly outperforming standard polycarbonate and most nylon polyamide lenses used in sports eyewear.
Yes. All VALLON lenses provide 100% UVA and UVB (UV400) protection, helping protect your eyes and the surrounding skin from long-term sun damage.
Yes. V52® lenses are impact resistant and meet safety standards for sports eyewear, making them suitable for active use without sacrificing clarity or comfort. We recommend them for activities such as hiking, running, kayaking, climbing, sailing, and everyday active use.
VALLON offers both polarized and non-polarized V52® lens options. VALLON's polarized V52® lenses have a very high polar efficiency of 98–99%, which significantly reduces glare and improves contrast and visual comfort.
High-quality polarization reduces reflected glare, leading to less squinting, better contrast, more vivid colors, and reduced eye fatigue.
Yes. Reduced chromatic aberration, high clarity, high-quality polarization, and controlled color filtration all contribute to lower eye strain and long-lasting visual comfort.
VALLON uses copper (brown), green, and grey (smoke) tints. These reduce overlapping wavelengths in the visible spectrum, improving color separation and providing more natural, accurate contrast.
Yes. V52® lenses use scratch-resistant hard coatings that bond evenly to the nylon polyamide material, improving durability and reducing the risk of micro-cracks.
While glass (mineral) lenses offer very high clarity, they are heavy and can shatter on impact. V52® lenses provide near-glass clarity while being lighter, safer, and better suited to sports and active use.
Polycarbonate lenses are highly impact resistant, but typically have a low ABBE value (around 30–38), which can reduce sharpness and increase eye strain. V52® nylon polyamide lenses offer clearer vision, better color separation, reduced visual fatigue, and strong impact resistance.
Yes - V52® lenses are designed to bridge performance and lifestyle - offering comfort, durability, and clarity for both sports and daily use without sacrificing on style.
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