7 Digital Microscope Manufacturers in 2024
This section provides an overview for digital microscopes as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 7 digital microscope manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked digital microscope companies as of April, 2024: 1.AnMo Electronics Corporation, 2.Onyx Healthcare Inc., 3.Motic Group.
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What Is a Digital Microscope?
A digital microscope is an optical device that uses lenses to magnify objects and outputs images to a monitor for observation.
Equipped with multiple objective lenses, digital microscopes offer higher magnifications than single-lens models. Unlike optical microscopes that require eyepieces for viewing, digital microscopes project magnified images directly onto monitors, offering a variety of models from affordable to advanced industrial-grade options.
Uses of Digital Microscopes
Digital microscopes are widely used in diverse industries for their ability to magnify at higher levels than traditional optical microscopes and share images on monitors. In the electronics and semiconductor sectors, they are essential for quality inspection and research. In the medical field, these microscopes aid in cell observation related to pharmaceuticals and healthcare.
Principles of Digital Microscopes
Digital microscopes use an objective lens to create a magnified image of the object, which is captured by a camera. Modern objective lenses typically use compound lenses to minimize distortions known as aberrations.
1. Magnification
Magnification in digital microscopes is determined by multiplying the optical magnification of the camera's lens by the monitor's magnification, which is derived from its size and the imaging sensor's size. While higher optical magnification facilitates greater enlargement, it may decrease resolution and image brightness. Selecting suitable cameras and monitors for the lens is crucial, as monitor size affects magnification but not necessarily image sharpness.
2. Depth of Field
Digital microscopes offer a significant advantage in depth of field compared to optical microscopes. This characteristic simplifies focusing and reduces the need for adjustments when changing magnifications, thanks to the use of deep-depth zoom lenses.
Types of Digital Microscopes
Digital microscopes come in desktop and handheld formats:
1. Desktop Digital Microscopes
Designed for detailed observations on a desk, this type is ideal for extended research, such as examining microorganisms on a stage. It can connect to large monitors, allowing multiple viewers, and is commonly used in university and corporate research.
2. Handheld Digital Microscopes
Suitable for field studies, handheld models enable on-site observations. While great for simple surveys, they are not ideal for in-depth studies.
Structure of Digital Microscopes
A digital microscope typically includes a light source, objective lens, camera, and monitor. Here's a closer look at the light source and objective lens:
1. Light Source
The light is focused by a condenser lens, passes through the object, and enters the objective lens. Bright-field illumination, common in digital microscopes, uniformly illuminates the object for observing fine structures. Dark-field illumination, on the other hand, is used for observing transparent or very small objects.
2. Objective Lens
This lens first forms the image of the observed object. A higher numerical aperture in the lens allows more light collection, improving resolution, which is vital for distinguishing fine details in microscopic objects. Thus, selecting a microscope with a high numerical aperture is important for achieving high-resolution imaging.
List of 7 Digital Microscope Manufacturers
*Including some distributors, etc.
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Carson Optical, Inc.
Digital Microscope
Company Overview
Carson Optical, Inc., founded in 1990, is an optical product manufacturer and supplier headquartered in Ronkonkoma, New York, United States. The company features a prototyping and optical metrology laboratory which complements product manufacturing protected by over 100 patents. These products include magnifiers and magnifying glasses, ranging from handheld and loupe to portable options. The company also offers a series of binoculars with high magnification and broad visibility across various lighting conditions. It further provides a range of biological, digital, and pocket microscopes. The company serves a global clientele, including the United Kingdom, Europe, and Asia, facilitated by international distribution centers.
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Leica Microsystems Vertrieb GmbH
Digital Microscopes
Manufacturer Overview
Leica Microsystems is a developer and manufacturer of microscopes and scientific instruments for the analysis of microstructures and nanostructures. The company is a provider in compound and stereo microscopy, digital microscopy, confocal user scanning, and super-resolution microscopy with related imaging systems, electron microscopy, sample preparation, and surgical microscopy used in medical, life science, and industrial applications. The company’s services include service plans, preventative maintenance, remote care, and qualification services for ensuring compliance of Leica equipment to governmental regulations.
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Saito Kogaku
SKM-V300B-FHD
Manufacturer Overview
Saito Kougaku Co. Ltd., established in 2001 and headquartered in Kanagawa, Japan, is a microscope manufacturer and supplier. The company's products include continuous variable magnification systems that integrate with computers, a microscope for full high-definition optical x4 zoom type suitable for use with HD monitors, and a range of accessories that include carry cases, lighting tools, and equipment stands. It also provides a range of software suites to operate its products. These products are used for scientific research in laboratories by all industries, including medical, food, and life sciences.
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Motic Group
Digital Microscopes
Manufacturer Overview
Motic Group, founded in 1988 and based in Texas, United States, is a manufacturer of various types of microscopes and related equipment and components. The company specifically makes biological microscopes, stereo microscopes, trinoculars, tablet cameras, and single-slide scanners. It also fabricates high-voltage insulation components and slide-sharing platforms. Its microscopes can be used in various applications such as education, life sciences, industrial, and scientific research and it is an ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 13485 certified company.
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AnMo Electronics Corporation
Handheld Digital Microscope
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TAGARNO
Digital microscopes
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Onyx Healthcare Inc.
Telemedicine
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Digital Microscope Manufacturer Ranking
*Including some distributors, etc.Ranking as of April 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
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| 1 | AnMo Electronics Corporation |
14.3%
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| 2 | Onyx Healthcare Inc. |
14.3%
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| 3 | Motic Group |
14.3%
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| 4 | Carson Optical, Inc. |
14.3%
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| 5 | TAGARNO |
14.3%
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| 6 | Saito Kogaku |
14.3%
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| 7 | Leica Microsystems Vertrieb GmbH |
14.3%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the digital microscope page as of April 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
- Carson Optical, Inc.: 1990 (34 years ago)
Company with a History
- Carson Optical, Inc.: 1990 (34 years ago)
Digital Microscope Manufacturers in United States
*Including some distributors, etc.
Global Distribution of Digital Microscope Manufacturers by Country
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America
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1 | 50.0% |
Germany
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1 | 50.0% |
List of Digital Microscope Products
33 products are listed.
Thanko
Dino-Lite Premier S Polarizer (polarized) 400X
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Dino-Lite Premier2 Polarizer (Polarizer) HDMI (DVI) LWD
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Dino-Eye Premier Portable
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Dino-Lite Premier 500m
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Equipped with an optical system with an ultra -high magnification. The target object is approached with an expansion rate comparable to a full -fle...
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Dino-Eye Portable
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Dino-Lite Premier2 Polarizer (Polarizer) VGA (D-Sub) LWD
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DINO-Lite Premier2 m Polarizer (Polarizer) LWD
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DINO-Lite Premier2 M IR (Akakai) /UV (UV)
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Equipped with infrared lamp and ultraviolet light, it is a model that can be switched according to the situation. It can be widely used from detail...
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Dino-Lite Premier M Polarizer (polarized)
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■ Expand 10 to 230 times The expansion rate can be changed in a convenient range from low magnification to high magnification. It can be used for a...
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Dino-Lite Premier E LWD TV
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It is a microscope of the TV model of the electron microscope "Dino-Lite" series that can be enlarged to about 10 to 90 times. There is no need to...
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Dino-Lite Premier E TV
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GOKO Imaging Devices Co., Ltd.
USB Digital Dermascope GOKO EV-4D USB
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Sato Corporation
C mount can be attached to the eye lens slot DINO-EYE microscope model
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By attaching to a microscope eyepiece, it changes to a digital microscope. Can be attached to the eye lens slot of 23mm, 30mm, 30.5mm or C mount ■...
Sato Corporation
Dino-lite Prospec set to maximize the high functionality of Dino-Lite
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Data-lite USB3.0 compatible model
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Dino-Lite's USB3.0 compatible model has appeared. Data transfer will be faster. In addition, it is now possible to remove the cable. This allows yo...
Sato Corporation
DINO-LITE R & D (R & D) set that can be used immediately for research and development, Pro work, etc.
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Full set of Dino-Lite and precision stand RK10. It is a set that can be used immediately for R & D, PRO work, etc. Dino-Lite's high-end model and h...
Sato Corporation
Balanced functions and price BASIC models
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Rurable aluminum alloy specification DINO-Lite High End model
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A sturdy aluminum alloy specification that can be stored in high resolution ■ Basic function ・ PC USB connection ・ White LED x 8 ・ Removal of t...
Sato Corporation
DINO-LITE telephoto model
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Equipped with a lens that can be switched to wide angle and telephoto at the same magnification. In the wide -angle, you can get an image with a la...
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Observing and shooting the world of micro with an ultra-high magnification lens DINO-LITE High magnification model
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A high -magnification model that allows you to observe and shoot the micro world with an ultra -high magnification lens
GOKO Imaging Devices Co., Ltd.
Digital Microscope with stage GOKO EV-1D
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Digital Microscope with stage GOKO EV-1D ・Best suited for visual inspection and documentary evidence ・GOKO's unique zoom system: No need to re-f...
