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Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer (Gen 2) — Smart Glasses NZ
Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer (Gen 2) — Smart Glasses NZ
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Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer (Gen 2): smart glasses dispensed and fitted in-practice by the optometrists and dispensing opticians at Rose Optometry, Hamilton.
Iconic Ray-Ban. Quietly clever.
The original Ray-Ban Meta shape. A classic Wayfarer front with a 12 MP camera, open-ear speakers, five microphones and Meta AI built in. It comes in Regular and Large, so you can choose the fit rather than settle for one size. Capture a moment, take a call, listen to music or ask Meta AI a question without reaching for your phone.
What they do
- 12 MP ultra-wide camera with 3K Ultra HD video and a visible capture light
- Open-ear speakers for music, podcasts and calls, with nothing in your ears so you stay aware of traffic and conversation
- 5-microphone array and Meta AI for hands-free questions, messages and calls
- Up to 8 hours per charge, plus up to 48 more hours from the charging case
- 32 GB storage: over 1,000 photos and 100+ 30-second videos
- Controlled by voice, the touchpad and the capture button
Fit and sizing
- Regular (50 mm) suits most average faces.
- Large (53 mm) suits wider faces, or anyone who finds a standard Wayfarer tight at the temples.
Gen 2 or Gen 3?
Gen 2 is the lower-priced way into Ray-Ban Meta. It has the same 12 MP camera, 3K video, open-ear audio, Meta AI and storage as Gen 3. If you'd like more battery and clearer calls outdoors, look at the Gen 3 Wayfarer, which adds an hour of battery, a sixth microphone and a smaller camera opening.
| Gen 2 (this model) | Gen 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | Up to 8 h (+48 h case) | Up to 9 h (+50 h case) |
| Camera | 12 MP ultra-wide | 12 MP ultra-wide, 36% smaller opening |
| Video | 3K Ultra HD | 3K Ultra HD, plus 1080p at 60 fps, slow-mo and hyperlapse |
| Microphones | 5-mic array | 6-mic array with advanced wind-noise reduction |
| Controls | Voice, touchpad, capture button | Adds a customisable action button |
| Storage | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| Price | From NZ$759 | From NZ$809 |
Read our full Gen 2 vs Gen 3 comparison →
Lenses and colours
Choose your size, lens and frame colour above. G15 Green is the classic Ray-Ban sun lens, polarised lenses cut glare off water and roads, and Transitions lenses are clear indoors and darken outdoors. Prices run from NZ$759 for clear or sun lenses to NZ$819 polarised and NZ$919 with Transitions.
Yes, they take your prescription
Single vision, progressive, sun tint, blue-light filter or Transitions. The frame houses the camera and electronics, so higher prescriptions, prisms and some specialty designs may fall outside the supported range. We check yours before you commit, and prescription lenses are quoted separately.
Frame measurements
Measured by Ray-Ban (mm). Compare them with a pair you already wear. The size is usually printed inside the arm, e.g. 50□22 150. Lens height matters most if you want progressives, which need enough lens depth below the pupil (usually 14–18 mm).
| Size | Lens height | Bridge | Temple | Lens diagonal | Hinge to hinge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular (50) | 41.0 mm | 22 mm | 150 mm | 55.0 mm | 131.0 mm |
| Large (53) | 44.0 mm | 22 mm | 155 mm | 58.0 mm | 137.0 mm |
Not sure which size suits you? Send us a photo of your current glasses or book a quick fitting in Hamilton and we'll check it for you.
Why buy them from an optometrist
These aren't an ordinary pair of glasses, and they shouldn't be posted out like a phone case. The electronics sit in the temples, the weight sits differently on your face, and if there's a prescription in them the optical centres still have to line up with your pupils.
- Measured, fitted and adjusted in practice by optometrists and dispensing opticians
- App set-up done with you before you leave
- Genuine NZ stock with local support, not a grey-market import without warranty
- Optometrist-owned, Hamilton, since 1969
Shipping
Smart eyewear ships by tracked, insured courier and is excluded from our standard free-shipping offer. Signature is required on delivery. You can also try a frame on at 38 Lake Road, Frankton, Hamilton.
Frequently asked questions
Should I choose Regular or Large?
Regular (50 mm) suits most average faces. Large (53 mm) suits wider faces or anyone who finds standard Wayfarers tight. If you're unsure, come in and try both.
Is this Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2 or Gen 3?
This is Gen 2. It has a 12 MP camera, 3K video, open-ear speakers, a 5-microphone array, Meta AI and up to 8 hours of battery. Gen 3 adds up to an hour of battery, a 6-microphone array, a customisable action button and a smaller camera opening, from NZ$809.
Can I get prescription lenses in these?
Yes, for most prescriptions, subject to the frame and your prescription range. Our optometrist team checks your prescription before you commit, and prescription lenses are quoted separately.
How long does the battery last?
Up to 8 hours per charge, with up to 48 more hours from the charging case, and up to 50% in 20 minutes. Heavy video or AI use drains it faster.
Which phones work with Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2?
iOS and Android phones with the Meta AI app installed. Check that your phone's software is up to date before you order.
Can they record without people knowing?
No. A capture light on the frame turns on whenever the camera is recording, and the glasses won't take photos or video if that light is covered.
Are they waterproof?
No. They're splash and sweat resistant, but not for swimming or heavy rain.
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