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What is the working distance of my microscope?

There are two working distances for microscopes: objective and stage. Together they define the space you have to work with objects and still focus with your microscope.Objective working distance is...

What is the working distance of my microscope?

There are two working distances for microscopes: objective and stage. Together they define the space you have to work with objects and still focus with your microscope.Objective working distance is...

How do I use my microscope for photography?

There are several ways your microscope can take photos.The first method is to use a microscope T-adapter or tube adapter. These are available as an aftermarket accessory and either will...

How do I use my microscope for photography?

There are several ways your microscope can take photos.The first method is to use a microscope T-adapter or tube adapter. These are available as an aftermarket accessory and either will...

How does a microscope work?

A microscope works by producing an enlarged image of a small object. Because the eye can only focus to about 10 in (25 cm), this limits its ability to see...

How does a microscope work?

A microscope works by producing an enlarged image of a small object. Because the eye can only focus to about 10 in (25 cm), this limits its ability to see...

What are the major types of optical microscopes?

What are the major types of optical microscopes?

The most common types of microscopes are classified according to the type of view they provide. A high-power or compound microscope can provide a highly magnified view of a cell,...

What are the major types of optical microscopes?

The most common types of microscopes are classified according to the type of view they provide. A high-power or compound microscope can provide a highly magnified view of a cell,...

What do I need to know about spotting scope zoom eyepieces?

Zoom eyepieces are a great convenience, since you don’t have to change eyepieces to closely examine a distant view or pull back for a wide angle scene. However, there are...

What do I need to know about spotting scope zoom eyepieces?

Zoom eyepieces are a great convenience, since you don’t have to change eyepieces to closely examine a distant view or pull back for a wide angle scene. However, there are...

What are lens shades and dew shields? Why do I need one?

Using your spotting scope in bright lighting conditions may result in a view that has glare or flares from sources of light in the direction you’re looking.A lens shade acts...

What are lens shades and dew shields? Why do I need one?

Using your spotting scope in bright lighting conditions may result in a view that has glare or flares from sources of light in the direction you’re looking.A lens shade acts...