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    Microscope Parts and Specifications(Page)

    Historians credit the invention of the compound microscope to the Dutch spectacle maker, Zacharias Janssen, around the year 1590 (more history here). The compound microscope uses lenses and light to...

    Choosing The Right Microscope(Page)

    Microscopes vary based on what you need to accomplish. Some microscopes allow you to attach a microscope camera and capture images, while others will allow you to view specific types of substances...

    Gemological Microscopes(Page)

    Gemological microscopes are specialized stereo microscopes designed for the detailed examination of gemstones, diamonds, and fine jewelry. These microscopes provide true 3D viewing, allowing...

    Labeling the Parts of the Microscope(Page)

    This activity has been designed for use in homes and schools. Each microscope layout (both blank and the version with answers) are available as PDF downloads. Download the Label the Parts of the...

    Digital Capable Microscopes(Page)

    Digital microscopes are available in either high power (biological) or low power (stereo dissecting). A digital microscope typically has a microscope camera that connects via USB cable to a laptop or...

    shop-microscope-brands(Page)

    Microscope World has been in business for over 20 years and is proud to have a good working relationship with each of the brands listed below.   Richter OpticaRichter Optica manu

    How to Parfocal Microscope Objectives(Page)

    "Parfocal" refers to objectives that can be changed with minimal or no refocusing. When you adjust your microscope from one magnification to another, it is nice when the lenses remain in focus the...

    Microscope Magnification Information(Page)

    Microscope Magnification A microscope's total magnification is a combination of the eyepieces and the objective lens. For example, a biological microscope with 10x eyepieces and a 40x objective has...

    Microscope Camera Images(Page)

    The images found below were all captured with microscope digital cameras that we offer. All images shown were compressed to load faster on your computer, but are otherwise untouched photos. Images...

    Microscope Instruction Manuals(Page)

    Please select from the microscope brands listed below for the microscope product manuals, MSDS, and data sheets. Cargille Laboratories MSDS and Data Sheets Fein Optic Microscope User...

    Compound Microscope Parts(Page)

    When it comes to magnifying the microscopic world, a high-power or compound microscope stands as the ultimate tool, surpassing the capabilities of its stereo or low-power counterparts. Its prowess...

    Digital Microscope Buying Guide(Page)

    Choosing a digital microscope depends upon the application you have in mind. Will you be observing small, solid objects such as rocks or coins, or tiny, more transparent objects such as blood cells...