Synergy IOL (Johnson&Johnson)

Model: Johnson and Johnson, Synergy, 20D, Diffractive multifocal, yellowish

Synergy IOL (Johnson & Johnson) is a hybrid lens that combines a diffractive IOL and an extended-depth of focus (EDOF) IOL. That’s probably why it’s called Synergy.

Synergy USAF resolution target image at each distance (pupil 3.0 mm)

Synergy IOL (Johnson & Johnson). At 6 meters, USAF resolution target appears slightly hazy compared to a monofocal IOL. Blurring was observed as the model eye got closer. From about 65 cm to about 35 cm, resolution target becomes clear. Subsequently, the clarity decreased as the distance decreased.

Synergy, Night street (pupil 3.8 mm), halo

This video was taken at night, using a mobile model eye. Compared to a monofocal IOL, halos are visible around bright lights (traffic lights, headlights, taillights) with Synergy IOL. This is a typical phenomenon seen with diffractive multifocal IOLs. The larger the pupil, the more pronounced the halos are.

A blurred view of a building with a blue sign in Korean, taken from a distance, with greenery in the foreground. This photo was taken by Synergy IOL (Johnson&Johson).
Synergy, Day, building (pupil 3.0 mm)

Compared to monofocal IOLs, a distant buildings appears slightly hazy, as if in a fog. This is a typical phenomenon seen with diffractive multifocal IOLs.

A nighttime view of a market with bright circular lights and halos around them, featuring a neon sign that reads in Korean 'The market of the yellow crab is a comfortable place to live.' This photo was taken by Synergy IOL (Johnson&Johson) at night.
Synergy, Night, building (pupil 3.8 mm), halo,

At night, halos around bright lights are more noticeable than with a monofocal IOL. This is typical of diffractive multifocal IOLs. Larger pupils make it even more noticeable.

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