Independent optician, Kevin Harrington, from Downtown Dayton Optical in Dayton Ohio, discusses the difference he experiences with a Microsun lamp. How it improves his quality control, precision and reduces eye strain. Microsun is a patented system that produces 8x the light of a standard bulb- providing increased contrast for older eyes, yet only uses about 90 watts. It's true. full spectrum light makes "readers" and magnifying glasses a thing of the past. If you are involved in crafting, or any fine detail work, like making glasses, a Microsun lamp will make your eyes happy.