Full Area Lenses Explained

Full Area Lenses Explained

Many divers are surprised when their prescription diving mask lenses do not reach the edge of the original mask lens. In this article, German Master Optician Lars Lammert explains why this is normal, how custom prescription diving mask lenses are manufactured, what Full Area Lenses really mean, and why optical centration is often more important than lens size for clear underwater vision.

June 05, 2026 — Joanna Lammert
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Meet us at Scuba Show

Visit Diving Mask at Scuba Show Long Beach 2026 in Southern California. Discover individually customized prescription and progressive diving masks, seamless underwater vision, astigmatism correction and worldwide shipping. Meet our European optical team at Booth #228 and try progressive diving masks in person.

May 24, 2026 — Joanna Lammert
The Dive Happens In Between

The Dive Happens In Between

Many underwater photographers think they need a bigger camera display or a brighter dive computer. But the real problem is often missing intermediate vision underwater. Learn why reading inserts and bifocals feel limiting — and why more divers switch to progressive diving lenses for natural vision underwater.

May 22, 2026 — Joanna Lammert
Oxygen Toxicity in Scuba Diving

Oxygen Toxicity in Scuba Diving

Oxygen toxicity in scuba diving is not about fear — it is about understanding pressure, gas mixes and safe limits underwater. As depth increases, the partial pressure of oxygen (PPO₂) rises and can become dangerous if limits are exceeded. Proper training, gas planning, dive computer monitoring and situational awareness are essential for safe diving.

This article explains PPO₂, Nitrox depth limits, common symptoms of oxygen toxicity and why clear underwater vision plays an important role in reducing stress, improving control and supporting safer decision-making underwater.

May 17, 2026 — Joanna Lammert
The Ultimate Guide to the Mares X-Vision: Evolution, Models, and Custom Prescription Solutions

The Ultimate Guide to the Mares X-Vision: Evolution, Models, and Custom Prescription Solutions

The Mares X-Vision is a true icon in the world of scuba diving. For over two decades, it has remained one of the most popular masks on the market. Its success...
January 07, 2026 — Joanna Lammert
SCUBA Pro Zoom Lite – lighter, innovative, but with important limitations

SCUBA Pro Zoom Lite – lighter, innovative, but with important limitations

With the new Zoom Lite, ScubaPro introduces a further evolution of its best-selling dual-lens mask. Reduced weight, high comfort and a clever lens-exchange system make the mask very appealing at first...
January 06, 2026 — Joanna Lammert
Corrective Lens Dive Mask Guide: Your Essential 2026 Handbook

Corrective Lens Dive Mask Guide: Your Essential 2026 Handbook

Discover everything you need to know about choosing and caring for a corrective lens dive mask in 2026. Achieve clear underwater vision with expert guidance.
December 01, 2025 — diving-mask.com
Why Your Dive Mask Fogs Up

Why Your Dive Mask Fogs Up

Dive masks fog up because warm, humid air from your face hits the cold lens surface. New masks fog even more due to a stubborn, invisible silicone film from the factory. Oils, sunscreen, fingerprints, and residue make the problem worse.

Common methods like spit, toothpaste, or dish soap only work partially. Spit helps briefly, toothpaste can remove the factory film (but may scratch the lens), and dish soap is unreliable. Burning the mask works but is risky and not suitable for most lenses.

The only consistent and long-lasting solution is a high-quality anti-fog product.
Fogbreaker lasts one to four dives, isn’t rinsed off, and keeps the mask clear. Our prescription-lensed masks arrive fully cleaned — the silicone film is already removed — so Fogbreaker works even better.

November 29, 2025 — Joanna Lammert
Diver comparing bifocal and progressive prescription diving masks underwater

Progressive Prescription Diving Masks: A Better Alternative to Bifocal Diving Masks?

Progressive prescription diving masks are becoming the preferred alternative to traditional bifocal diving masks for many divers over 40, underwater photographers, and frequent recreational divers. Unlike bifocal dive masks with visible separation lines, progressive dive masks provide smooth vision across near, intermediate, and distance ranges underwater. This article explains the advantages of progressive lenses for reading dive computers, underwater photography, marine life observation, and long-term diving comfort — while also comparing progressive vs. bifocal diving masks in real underwater situations.

Deep Dive Dubai - A unique diving center

Deep Dive Dubai - A unique diving center

Discover the thrill of diving in Dubai at Deep Dive Dubai, the world's deepest diving pool. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, this unique diving center offers a range of courses and experiences. Explore a submerged city, enjoy the comfort of year-round optimal water conditions, and benefit from the expertise of highly trained staff. Dive into the adventure and beauty of the underwater world in Dubai’s exceptional facility.
April 15, 2024 — GT
Peter Colat's Triumphant Dive Under the Ice:

Peter Colat's Triumphant Dive Under the Ice:

Peter Colat, a seasoned freediver, is poised to set a new world record by diving 105.1 meters under the ice of Lake Visalp in Tyrol, without taking a breath. Wearing a prescription apnea diving mask for clear underwater vision and safety, Colat challenges the limits of human endurance. His rigorous half-year training and unique breathing technique "Carp" prepare him for this extreme endeavor. Join us as we dive into his journey and the role of precise equipment in achieving freediving excellence.
April 12, 2024 — GT
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Prescription Diving Masks vs Optical Dive Mask Lenses

Many divers searching for prescription diving masks quickly come across “optical dive mask lenses” or ready-made corrective lenses that can be inserted into a mask. At first glance, these solutions...
March 24, 2024 — Ripa Jangiryan