Transitions® GEN S Lens Color Comparison 👓
Discover how each Transitions® GEN S lens color alters your vision. Watch the full comparison to see the differences!

EYE CARE MADE simple: Good Optometry Morning
6.5K views • Jan 26, 2026

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Transitions® GEN S Lens Comparison | How Each Color Changes the Way You See
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Not all photochromic lenses see the world the same way.
In this video, Dr. Michael Nelson, optometrist, compares all 8 colors of Transitions® GEN S lenses and explains how each one actually affects vision — not just how they look in a frame. We will compare transitions Gen S lenses one to another.
Most people talk about color as a fashion choice.
This video focuses on function, perception, and real-world vision.
👓 What you’ll learn in this video:
How each Transitions GEN S color filters light differently
How contrast, brightness, and clarity change from one color to another
Why some colors feel darker or more relaxing than others
Which colors may work better for:
Driving
Outdoor activities
Bright sunlight
Long days outside
Aging eyes or early cataracts
How GEN S colors compare lens-to-lens, not just on their own
🎨 The 8 Transitions GEN S colors compared:
Grey
Graphite Green
Brown
Sapphire
Amethyst
Ruby
Amber
Emerald
You’ll hear how each lens changes:
Color balance
Depth perception
Contrast sensitivity
Overall “feel” of the environment
👁️ Who this video is for:
Anyone choosing new glasses or sunglasses
People curious why some tinted lenses feel more comfortable than others
Patients who spend a lot of time outdoors or driving
Anyone who wants to understand why one lens feels better than another
This channel is Eye Care Made Simple — clear explanations, real-world vision, and no hype.
About Dr. Michael Nelson
I’m Dr. Michael Nelson, your YouTube Eye Doctor.
• Over 30 years in clinical practice
• Tens of thousands of followers
• Key Opinion Leader in Optometry
• Providing unbiased, patient-first education
My goal is simple:
To help you feel informed, prepared, and confident about your eye health.
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Video Chapters
00:00 Why this video matters
01:10 Color spectrum
03:25 Transitions Gen S Grey
03:57 Transitions Gen S Brown
04:48 Transitions Gen S Green
05:20 Transitions Gen S Sapphire
05:36 Transitions Gen S Amethyst
06:07 Transitions Gen S Amber
06:55 Transitions Gen S Ruby Red
07:24 Transitions Gen S Emerald
07:55 Transitions Gen S Comparison
Our Eye Clinics (Winnipeg, Manitoba)
Waverley Eye Care Centre
1-1200 Waverley Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
https://www.WaverleyEyeCare.com
Eyes on Bridgwater
160-400 North Town Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
https://www.EyesOnBridgwater.com
Serving Lindenwoods, Bridgwater, Whyteridge, LIndenRidge and Southwest Winnipeg.
Subscribe for Eye Health Videos
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MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: Disclaimer Information contained within our channel and videos is intended solely for educational purposes and is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice relative to your specific medical condition or question. Always seek the advice of your physician, optometrist, eye doctor or other health care provider for any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Only your physician, eye doctor or optometrist can provide specific diagnoses and therapies. By using our channel and watching our videos, you agree to this Medical Disclaimer.
DISCLAIMER: We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. This video and description contain affiliate links to products, which means we receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) on your purchase through specific retailers when using the above links. The purpose of this channel is to educate our viewers and that sometimes includes product recommendations. We love every product mentioned in our videos and have experience using them. We will never recommend a product that we do not believe in or that we think you will not benefit from. If you do choose to make a purchase through one of our affiliate links, we thank you for your support of our small business.
SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/GoodOptometryMorning?sub_confirmation=1
Not all photochromic lenses see the world the same way.
In this video, Dr. Michael Nelson, optometrist, compares all 8 colors of Transitions® GEN S lenses and explains how each one actually affects vision — not just how they look in a frame. We will compare transitions Gen S lenses one to another.
Most people talk about color as a fashion choice.
This video focuses on function, perception, and real-world vision.
👓 What you’ll learn in this video:
How each Transitions GEN S color filters light differently
How contrast, brightness, and clarity change from one color to another
Why some colors feel darker or more relaxing than others
Which colors may work better for:
Driving
Outdoor activities
Bright sunlight
Long days outside
Aging eyes or early cataracts
How GEN S colors compare lens-to-lens, not just on their own
🎨 The 8 Transitions GEN S colors compared:
Grey
Graphite Green
Brown
Sapphire
Amethyst
Ruby
Amber
Emerald
You’ll hear how each lens changes:
Color balance
Depth perception
Contrast sensitivity
Overall “feel” of the environment
👁️ Who this video is for:
Anyone choosing new glasses or sunglasses
People curious why some tinted lenses feel more comfortable than others
Patients who spend a lot of time outdoors or driving
Anyone who wants to understand why one lens feels better than another
This channel is Eye Care Made Simple — clear explanations, real-world vision, and no hype.
About Dr. Michael Nelson
I’m Dr. Michael Nelson, your YouTube Eye Doctor.
• Over 30 years in clinical practice
• Tens of thousands of followers
• Key Opinion Leader in Optometry
• Providing unbiased, patient-first education
My goal is simple:
To help you feel informed, prepared, and confident about your eye health.
Watch Next (Recommended)
Dry Eye Treatment Before Cataract Surgery
https://youtu.be/SKGvQdJ0trw?si=p_tECPzxGeODaO30
Video Chapters
00:00 Why this video matters
01:10 Color spectrum
03:25 Transitions Gen S Grey
03:57 Transitions Gen S Brown
04:48 Transitions Gen S Green
05:20 Transitions Gen S Sapphire
05:36 Transitions Gen S Amethyst
06:07 Transitions Gen S Amber
06:55 Transitions Gen S Ruby Red
07:24 Transitions Gen S Emerald
07:55 Transitions Gen S Comparison
Our Eye Clinics (Winnipeg, Manitoba)
Waverley Eye Care Centre
1-1200 Waverley Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
https://www.WaverleyEyeCare.com
Eyes on Bridgwater
160-400 North Town Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
https://www.EyesOnBridgwater.com
Serving Lindenwoods, Bridgwater, Whyteridge, LIndenRidge and Southwest Winnipeg.
Subscribe for Eye Health Videos
https://www.youtube.com/c/GoodOptometryMorning?sub_confirmation=1
MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: Disclaimer Information contained within our channel and videos is intended solely for educational purposes and is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice relative to your specific medical condition or question. Always seek the advice of your physician, optometrist, eye doctor or other health care provider for any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Only your physician, eye doctor or optometrist can provide specific diagnoses and therapies. By using our channel and watching our videos, you agree to this Medical Disclaimer.
DISCLAIMER: We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. This video and description contain affiliate links to products, which means we receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) on your purchase through specific retailers when using the above links. The purpose of this channel is to educate our viewers and that sometimes includes product recommendations. We love every product mentioned in our videos and have experience using them. We will never recommend a product that we do not believe in or that we think you will not benefit from. If you do choose to make a purchase through one of our affiliate links, we thank you for your support of our small business.
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Jan 26, 2026
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