Cameras in Microscopy

Camera technology for image capture and processing is extremely important for optical microscopy. It allows the investigation of different structures and functions. Examples of applications are medical and biological research, diagnostics, drug testing or materials science. Basler cameras are suitable for conventional light microscopy applications as well as for fluorescence microscopy. Why? They deliver the highest image quality in real time, excellent color reproduction and a high dynamic range. They allow a reproducible, detailed examination and analysis of the finest structures.

Conventional Light Microscopy

Many routine microscopic applications in the scientific, biomedical and clinical laboratory area, including histology, cell biology, hematology and medical microbiology, are based on light microscopy using various lighting and contrasting methods. Cameras are a central part of these microscopy applications. They help track, discuss, record, analyze and archive images live. The cameras must reliably deliver high-resolution and sharp images with impressive color fidelity – no problem for Basler cameras.

Suitable Cameras for Conventional Light Microscopy

Camera Model	Resolution (HxV)	Frame Rate	Mono/Color	Interface	Sensor
Basler MED ace 2.3 MP 41 color	1920 px x 1200 px	41 fps	Color	USB 3.0	IMX249
Basler MED ace 2.3 MP 164 color	1920 px x 1200 px	164 fps	Color	USB 3.0	IMX174
Basler MED ace 5.1 MP 35 color	2448 px x 2048 px	35 fps	Color	USB 3.0	IMX264
Basler MED ace 5.1 MP 75 color	2448 px x 2048 px	75 fps	Color	USB 3.0	IMX250
Basler MED ace 5.3 MP 20 color	2590 px x 2048 px	21 fps	Color	GigE	PYTHON 5000
Basler MED ace 8.9 MP 32 color	4096 px x 2160 px	32 fps	Color	USB 3.0	IMX267
Basler MED ace 8.9 MP 42 color	4096 px x 2160 px	42 fps	Color	USB 3.0	IMX255
Basler MED ace 12.3 MP 23 color	4096 px x 3000 px	23 fps	Color	USB 3.0	IMX304
Basler MED ace 12.3 MP 30 color	4096 px x 3000 px	30 fps	Color	USB 3.0	IMX253
Basler MED ace 20.0 MP 17 color	5472 px x 3648 px	17 fps	Color	USB 3.0	IMX183

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Optimized Imaging for Medical Microscopy

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Fluorescence Microscopy

Fluorescence microscopy is a form of light microscopy. It is used in laboratory routine and diagnostics, but above all in scientific, in biomedical and clinical research. Light of a certain wavelength stimulates fluorescent dyes to glow and the light emission is detected. The smallest cellular and even molecular structures can be distinguished using fluorescence imaging. Last but not least, the camera technology is important: Thanks to low noise, high dynamic range and high sensitivity to light, Basler cameras are ideally suited for fluorescence microscopy applications.

Suitable Cameras for Fluorescence Microscopy

Camera Model	Resolution (HxV)	Frame Rate	Mono/Color	Interface	Sensor
Basler MED ace 2.3 MP 41 mono	1920 px x 1200 px	41 fps	Mono	USB 3.0	IMX249
Basler MED ace 2.3 MP 164 mono	1920 px x 1200 px	164 fps	Mono	USB 3.0	IMX174
Basler MED ace 5.1 MP 35 mono	2448 px x 2048 px	35 fps	Mono	USB 3.0	IMX264
Basler MED ace 5.1 MP 75 mono	2448 px x 2048 px	75 fps	Mono	USB 3.0	IMX250
Basler MED ace 5.3 MP 20 mono	2590 px x 2048 px	21 fps	Mono	GigE	PYTHON 5000
Basler MED ace 8.9 MP 32 mono	4096 px x 2160 px	32 fps	Mono	USB 3.0	IMX267
Basler MED ace 8.9 MP 42 mono	4096 px x 2160 px	42 fps	Mono	USB 3.0	IMX255
Basler MED ace 12.3 MP 23 mono	4096 px x 3000 px	23 fps	Mono	USB 3.0	IMX304
Basler MED ace 12.3 MP 30 mono	4096 px x 3000 px	30 fps	Mono	USB 3.0	IMX253

Interesting Publications Related to Fluorescence Microscopy

Modern CMOS Sensors and Their Use in Fluorescence-Based Applications

System manufacturers whose devices are still equipped with CCD sensors must replace them with CMOS sensors after Sony's discontinuation. This also applies to medical, scientific or clinical diagnostic applications that often work with fluorescence-based methods.

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Computer-Assisted Immunofluorescence Microscope from EUROIMMUN with Basler ace and Basler dart Cameras

The EUROPattern system from EUROIMMUN carries out automated and computer-assisted fluorescence microscopic examinations. Images from the integrated Basler cameras lead to suggestions for findings for the laboratory doctor. The excellent image data ensure high result quality and reliability.

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More Fields of Application from Medical & Life Sciences

Ophthalmology

Important requirements for imaging components in diagnostic and therapeutic devices from ophthalmology include speed, resolution and reproducibility. Meeting these requirements is absolutely no problem for Basler cameras.

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Lab Equipment and Automation

Basler cameras are suitable for process automation, quality control or bio-imaging. Why? They stand for reliable analysis and high sample throughput. Because they are fast, accurate and produce reproducible images of the highest quality.

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Further Applications

Thanks to the best image quality, high resolution and high speed, Basler cameras are suitable for a wide variety of applications. These include, among others, dermatology, imaging procedures in surgery, motion analysis or dentistry.

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Do You Have Any Questions?

Camera technology can be found in a variety of microscopy applications. Basler cameras are ideal for this. If you would like detailed information, our sales team looks forward to your inquiry!

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