Smith Optics
Smith 4D MAG
$280Cheaper
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A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Smith 4D MAG is cheaper at $280. Every spec and price links to its source.
Smith Optics
$280Cheaper
Julbo
$290
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Smith 4D MAG is the cheaper at $280.
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| Spec | | Julbo Aerospace |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $280 | $290 |
| Brand | Smith Optics | Julbo |
| Released | — | — |
| Lens vlt (%) | ChromaPop Sun Black, 10% (ChromaPop Storm Rose Flash 28% and ChromaPop Everyday Green Mirror 23% also offered) | REACTIV 1-3 photochromic, VLT range ~11-42% |
| Lens geometry (cylindrical/spherical/toric) | Spherical outer lens over a toric BirdCage 2.0 inner frame for expanded peripheral vision | Cylindrical |
| Lens interchange system | Smith MAG magnetic quick-release lens system | No quick-change system — fixed single lens |
| Anti-fog coating/venting | Smith Fog-X inner-lens anti-fog coating with AirEvac brow venting | Julbo SuperFlow system — lens can be pushed outward from the frame for boosted airflow, plus anti-fog lens coating |
| Photochromic option | Yes — ChromaPop Photochromic Rose Flash lens option, VLT ~25-50% | Yes — REACTIV photochromic lens is standard on this model |
| Frame size fit | Large — fits medium-large faces; Low Bridge Fit version also sold | Medium-Large |
| Helmet compatibility | Yes — integrates with Smith helmets | Yes |
| Otg (over-glasses) fit | No — dedicated OTG fit not offered on 4D MAG | No |
Sources — Smith 4D MAG: smithoptics.com (verified 2026-08-11). Julbo Aerospace: julbo.com (verified 2026-08-11).
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (8 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.