The Jenoptik CT3 CMOS camera includes ProgRes® CapturePro software. This camera is made for several fields of application including: material science, pathology, quality control, image archiving, image documentation and education. The camera plugs directly into the USB port on your computer; included software allows you to view a live image on your screen, capture and save both still images or movies, and make measurements, among other features.

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Camera Specifications

• CCD Sensor: 3.3 megapixel color 1/2" CMOS, active area 6.55mm x 4.92mm
• Pixel Size: 3.2 µm x 3.2 µm
• Image Resolution:
  • Standard = 2048 x 1536
  • Binning = 1024 x 768 (2x binning) and 682 x 512 (3x binning)
• Max Pixels: 3.3
• Max Exposure: 3 seconds
• Frame Rate: 35 frames per second (682 x 512), 12fps at 2048 x 1536
• Capture: Still images (.jpg, .tiff, .bmp, .psd) and video (.avi)
• Time Lapse: Time-controlled capture of image sequences. Time interval is adjustable.
• Cooling: No
• Microscope Connection: C-Mount thread for connecting to your microscope-specific c-mount adapter. (0.5x adapter recommended if pairing with 10x eyepieces)
• Tripod Thread: Dual thread 3/8" and 1/4"
• Voltage Supply : 8 ... 33 VDC (via USB connector)
• A/D Conversion: 3 x 10 Bit RGB
• Software: Includes ProgRes® CapturePro software for Windows or MAC. (TWAIN and stand-alone).
• Size/Weight: 89mm (3.5") L x 84mm (3.3") W x 93mm (3.7") H, 1.5lbs. (672g) Learn more about the importance of the unique shape of the camera here.
• Includes: Camera body, USB cable, stand alone software and TWAIN driver for Windows PC. Stand alone software for MAC. If using a MAC the Firewire cable must be used. Operation manual on CD. All items are included in a durable hard case. Firewire connection is available if preferred and must be used if connecting camera to a MAC. Please call for details and to order.
• Warranty: 2 years for camera, 1 year for software.

Computer Requirements

• PC - Windows 2000, XP, VISTA or MAC - OSX 10.4 or higher
• 3GHz CPU, 1 GB RAM, 64MB graphics recommended
• USB 2.0 port