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The lens is the most important part of any sunglass, and for water sports, this is maybe even more accurate. Different materials and tints offer varying benefits, and understanding these can help you choose the perfect pair for your specific water sport needs.
Polarisation is a lens technology designed to reduce glare. Polarised lenses work by filtering out light that doesn’t strike the lens vertically. This primarily blocks reflections from surfaces such as water hazards and club heads, minimising distractions.
In truth, most tennis courts don't have nearly the same level of glare as a road or water, which you may encounter with other sports. The main battle you will be facing is direct overhead sunlight. If you take a look at the ‘Lens Technology’ section below, we will discuss the best lens coatings and tints to minimise its impact.
Polarisation can also negatively impact your depth perception. This is a big issue for racquet sports, as depth perception is vital in reading an opponent’s shot.
For these reasons, we would recommend prioritising other lens treatments before polarisation, unless you encounter lots of glare where you play, perhaps from windows and other shiny surfaces surrounding your court.
Photochromic lenses are packed with benefits for sports use. Automatically adapting to your lighting environment, these lenses darken in heavy sunlight and darken as the sun goes in, meaning you will not need to change your sunglasses mid-set, and they will be the ideal tint throughout long matches no matter the conditions.
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Conventional sunglasses lenses work by darkening your surroundings. This in turn can lead to a lack of contrast and depth of colour. In comparison, Oakley Prizm lenses still offer the same UV protection, but make colours more vivid and vibrant, enhancing contrast and sharpening details. Each Prizm lens tint is fine-tuned for specific environments; here are our favourite choices for racquet sports:
Prizm Field is designed specifically for ball sports. Prizm™ Field lenses accentuate the background to enhance contrast. That means the ball stands out against the blue of the sky, the green of the grass and the brown of the dirt.
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If you wear prescription lenses, we have got you covered with a selection of prescription-friendly sports-ready sunglasses, so you will never have to compromise on vision. Click the link below to shop our prescription-friendly running sunglasses.
Gradient lenses are a useful option for dealing with overhead sunlight. The darker tint at the top of the lens provides extra protection from above, while the bottom half allows for greater light transmission.
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Lenses which are designed to enhance contrast and depth perception are an overall excellent choice for racquet sports. The ability to be able to see the ball at all times is essential, and some lenses make the ball stand out more.
Rose Lenses
The main benefit of rose-tinted lenses is their depth perception and contrast enhancement, especially green and blue hues. This makes it easier to distinguish the ball from the sky and the court, giving you more time to choose your shot.
Yellow/Amber
These provide the maximum light transmission of any tinted lenses, as well as enhancing contrast and depth perception significantly.
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Any sunglasses will make a difference to your game, but the benefits of a shape with wide coverage are undeniably superior. The large lens lessens the need for head movement to avoid the glare, no matter where you are looking, you will be protected.
The wraparound style is a popular choice for many sports due to the snug fit and wide lenses. This style tends to be secure with no-slip grip technologies. Sunglasses are only a benefit to you if you don’t need to worry about constantly readjusting as they slip down your nose, especially in racquet sports where you are consistently changing speed and direction. A secure fit is essential, but make sure they are not too tight to avoid irritation midway into long sets.
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The main benefit of a semi-rimless style is that you have full downwards vision with the lower half being just lens, no frame. This means that you can keep your eye on the ball as it is skidding off the surface, giving you more time to read the bounce. Less frame also leads to a lighter construction and a more comfortable fit. Semi-rimless sunglasses also have increased airflow from the bottom which significantly reduces the chance of your lenses fogging.
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We would also recommend looking for frames with a straight temple, as these are more compatible with hats and visors.
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- Shield silhouette provides panoramic field of vision
- Oakley O-MatterTM material is lightweight yet strong, perfect for long games
- Prizm Field lens improves contrast of blues and greens, making it easier to spot the ball when moving
- Wrap frame offers extended coverage
- Semi-rimless design gives unobstructed downward vision, allowing you to watch the ball as it bounces up
- Impact resistant lenses increase durability
- Shield silhouette maximises field of view
- Full rimless design gives maximum coverage
- Lightweight frame increases comfort for long games
