Laboratory Automation 
Vision Solutions for medical diagnostics and scientific applications
Basler offers a broad range of high-performance cameras and embedded vision solutions designed for laboratory automation in life sciences and medical imaging. Whether you're building systems for sample handling, diagnostics, or AI-assisted analysis, our components deliver the speed, resolution, and reliability needed for reproducible results and high-throughput workflows.

- High image quality and speedCapture sharp, detailed images quickly — whether fully automated or fine-tuned per application.
- Customizable hardware and softwareOur project teams work with you to design tailored solutions that meet your lab’s specific needs.
- Long-term product availabilityFuture-proof your system design with products that stay available and supported over time.
- Industry-leading reliabilityBasler cameras have one of the lowest failure rates in the industry — built for continuous, 24/7 operation.
Vision applications in lab automation
From diagnostics to drug discovery, vision systems play a critical role in automating laboratory workflows. Basler’s cameras and software help enable accurate, high-throughput imaging for a wide range of medical and scientific tasks.

Process automation & Quality control
Vision-guided automation replaces manual steps with faster, more reliable processes — improving sample traceability, documentation, and efficiency. Common tasks include:
- Sample identification and sorting 
- Contactless liquid level detection 
- Barcode and label recognition 
- Sample management and audit trails 

Bio-imaging
High-resolution imaging supports both research and diagnostic applications. Computer vision enables digital slide scanning and cell imaging at scale. Use cases include:
- Cancer research and tissue diagnostics 
- Histopathology and morphology 
- Fast processing of large sample volumes 

Automated microscopy
Basler cameras support automated microscopy platforms used in IVD, drug screening, and digital pathology. From entry-level devices to high-content screening systems, vision enables:
- Fast cell counting and classification 
- AI-supported disease detection 
- Fluorescence and brightfield imaging 
Application examples in laboratory automation
From sample handling to diagnostics and analysis, vision technology can improve speed, accuracy, and consistency across a wide range of laboratory workflows. Basler’s tailored solutions support high-throughput automation while helping reduce cost and complexity.
Most popular products
For efficient and reliable machine vision applications in this industry, the following Basler products are often the best choice:








