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MiniVid Microscope Camera

The MiniVID microscope camera is an innovative digital camera that fits the into the eyetube of most microscopes and offers both USB 2.0 and RCA models with 1.3 megapixel resolution.

  

Record live digital video or capture still digital images on your computer with the USB 2.0 or RCA model. The USB 2.0 model is TWAIN compatible for use with a wide range of image capture/manipulation programs. View images via TV monitors or other multimedia equipment with the RCA model. The MiniVID camera fits the  eyetube of most binocular, monocular, and stereo microscopes (after the removal of the existing eyepiece, not for use in slit lamps). It can also be used as a handheld camera independent of a microscope.

Just positon the camera in the microscope eyetube and connect to the PC...

  ...or hand-hold the camera for observing larger obejcts;

 

Image Sensor: 1/3 inch color CMOS chip, 20x magnification built-in Microscope Compatibility: Fits standard 23mm eyepiece tubes; 30mm stereoscope adapter included Macro Lens included:  For using the camera outside of a microscope.  Camera will focus from 1/4" to infinity.  Focusing is done manually.  The lens does not have zoom capability, so close-up images at long working distances are not possible Warranty: One year on materials and workmanship USB Version - product code CB58/MV10-U Picture Element: 1280 x 1024 maximum (1.3 Megapixel) Output: High speed USB 2.0 Port; 3 foot USB cord Frame Rate: 30 FPS @ VGA (640x480) Sensitivity: 2.5 lux Power: Provided through USB port Computer Compatibility: USB 2.0 required; not for use with USB 1.1 computers; not compatible with Apple computers (Macs) Software Compatibility: TWAIN standard compatible Software Included: camera drivers and programs for still image capture (.jpg and .bmp) and for recording live digital video (.avi format) Dimensions and Weight: Length - 3.25" (82mm) Diameter - 1.25" (32mm) Weight - 3 ounces (85g) RCA Version - product code CB58/MV10-R Output: 6-foot cord with composite video (RCA) Sensitivity: 5 lux Signal: NTSC (PAL available) Power: 9V DC < 1 amp Includes 110V AC adapter (220V available) Software:  Not applicable because image is transmitted via RCA connection (more info below) Dimensions and Weight: Length - 2.5" (63mm) Diameter - 1.25" (32mm) Weight: 3 ounces (85g)

The USB model connects directly to the computer.   The RCA model connects to TV monitors and other analog devices.  Pictured here with the optional gooseneck holder (Product Code CB58/MV-GN).   Video Microscope Eyepiece -  product code CB58/MA87 This state of the art camera projects the exact same magnification on your TV that you would normally view in your microscope. Just repalce the microscope eyepiece with this instrument and connect to the TV video input with the enclosed RCA jack. Works with monocular, binocular or trinocular microscopes. Especially useful in a classroom teaching environment. Features: Easy to install Built in 10x eyepiece Automatic fine focus 640 x 480 resolution Automatic fine focus Adapters to fit most microscopes Individually boxed, with 3 adapters, AC power cord and RCA plug, instructions manual.   Back to Top