How Thick would a 1.57 index lens be?

My current lens is standard 1.5 and they are a little thick for me, about .5 inches thick. I am thinking of 1.57 index, Can anyone give me a little perspective on this matter or how much will it be thinner than 1.5 index lens?

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equine_world

05/16/2012

It will depend on your prescription and the size of your frame. You'd better go to your optometrist to have it measured.

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Alexa joyce

05/16/2012

It should depend on how strong your prescription is. The 1.57 index lens will be 15% thinner than standard 1.5 index with the same prescription. They are suitable for wearer under +/_2.00.

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