These microscope pictures were taken by me with three different types of microscopes. The microscope cameras were connected to a laptop by a USB cable. I am an amateur microscopist, so I don’t yet have the scientific names for some of the microscopic images shown, particularly the microscope pictures of pond water. How I Took…
It’s a global, high-tech world, and the microscope camera has become a big part of it. A quality camera captures images for demonstration, enhancement, and observation purposes. Whether in the laboratory or at home, the ability to capture what you see with your microscope is a huge and exciting part of modern research. Many companies…
The mechanical stage is often an over-looked part of the microscope. As all parts of a microscope work together, the stage is a principal player when it comes to getting the specimen into view. Simply put, a stage is a platform located below the objective lenses. It has a hole in the center to allow…
Leica microscopes are industry leaders when it comes to health care and semiconductor equipment. Based in Wetzlar, Germany, the company now has eleven factories spanning the globe. Today Leica is meeting the needs of users in a variety of fields. In fact, their technology re-measured Mount Everest’s summit, and showed that it was actually two…
The Learning Resources Illuminated Pocket Microscope is an inexpensive toy that makes exploring fun. This tiny 30x pocket microscope is portable, easy to use, and yields a very clear picture for the price. This unit puts the microscopic world in the hands of any eager user. Magnification of 30x may not sound very impressive, but…
Choosing a kid microscope can be a daunting challenge. The varieties are endless, and the prices vary greatly. The Konus Konusscience Zoom 1200x Biological Microscope is a nice model for kids of all ages. With all the great accessories and features, it’s another good option for budding scientists. ** This is no longer available new,…
The SE Mini illuminated pocket microscope makes a useful toy or tool for the hobbyist. It’s a compact, portable, low cost model that puts the microscopic world in hand anytime. It’s a lot of fun for not very much money! The SE Mini 45x microscope is very easy to use as well, making it a…
The world around us is full of intricate details that often go unnoticed due to the limitations of the human eye. Microscopes, with their unique ability to magnify objects, help bridge this gap in our perception and broaden our understanding of the universe, small scale to large. But how does a microscope work? That’s a…
The history of the microscope could fill a large book, or more. Here, we will highlight significant points in the history of microscopes. This incredible instrument has allowed us to peer into the tiniest corners of the natural world and make groundbreaking scientific discoveries. But the story of the microscope’s invention is a fascinating tale…
Many units intended to be a first microscope are a little too advanced for the younger crowd. The Educational Insights GeoSafari Talking Microscope makes a nice introduction to microscopy for kids under eight. Although simple, it offers some interesting features that make it a fun toy for new microscope users. This first microscope is designed…