Dino-Lite Microscopes are available with a wide variety of features and specifications with models ranging from general use to very specific applications. Some of the key distinguishing factors between different models are connectivity, resolution, magnification, working distance, and lighting.
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Connectivity
Most Dino-Lite microscopes connect to a Windows or Mac computer using USB. These models come with software that allows them to capture images and video, annotate, and measure(with supported models). In addition to USB models, other Dino-Lite models will connect to a TV screen via RCA/Composite Video (4012 series) or to a computer monitor using a VGA connection (4016 series).
Resolution
Dino-Lite microscopes are available in several different resolutions.
USB models:
640×480 – Basic models support up to 640×480 pixels (VGA). This is sufficient for viewing on a small to medium monitor, and capturing images for email and the web.
1280×1028 – High definition 1.3MP roughly between HDTV 720p (1MP) and 1080P (2MP). Good for viewing on medium to large monitors, capturing images for email/the web, and small to medium prints.
2592×1944 – High resolution 5MP. Good for viewing on large monitors, capturing images for email/the web, and medium to large prints.
Analog models:
510×496 (NTSC) – Composite video connection
800×600 – VGA connection
Magnification & Working Distance
Most Dino-Lite microscopes have variable magnification, ranging from about 10X to 220X. Special enhanced working distance (“L”) models are available with magnifications up to 90X. Other models include the “T5″ which has a fixed 500X magnification.
Lighting
Most Dino-Lite microscopes have 8 white LED lights built in. Different wavelengths and types of lighting are available for special applications.
Special lighting:
Polarized – (“ZT”) models. A built-in polarizer helps reduce glare on reflective surfaces.
Strobe – (“TB”) models. Strobe lighting helps capture rapidly moving objects.
Alternate wavelengths:
Near UV 390nm
Near UV-2 370nm
Infrared 850nm
Infrared-2 940nm
Blue 510nm
Green 570nm