Celestron Labs Digital 5MP Handheld Microscope

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The Celestron Labs Digital 5MP Handheld Microscope is your gateway to exploring the microscopic world with unmatched clarity and precision. With a magnification range of 20x to 200 x and a true 5MP digital sensor, this advanced microscope is ideal for examining three-dimensional objects in stunning detail—whether you’re inspecting electronics and circuit boards, studying insects and plant structures, or documenting materials for research or quality control. Achieving your desired magnification is simple. Move the microscope closer or farther from your subject (or adjust its position on the stand) until you reach the perfect level of detail. This coarse focusing method sets your magnification. Then, bring your subject into razor-sharp focus with the integrated fine focus wheel. All your key controls are within easy reach—including the fine focus wheel, polarizing filter wheel, and on-body shutter trigger. That means you can fine-tune focus, adjust lighting, and capture images with just one hand. Getting started takes just a few minutes. Connect the microscope to your computer with the attached USB-C cable, download and launch the free Celestron Labs Digital Imaging HD Software, and start exploring. The software allows you to capture still images and videos, take notes, and record accurate measurements of your specimens with the calibration ruler. This microscope is truly the ideal tool for classrooms, laboratories, or quality control work. The professional 5-element IR-cut glass lens and true 5MP digital sensor deliver sharp, high-resolution images directly to your computer screen. With the press of a button, you can capture still images (up to 2592 x 1944 px). Adjust the built-in LED ring light using the brightness control on the USB cable to achieve perfect illumination. For shiny or wet surfaces, rotate the built-in polarizing filter to minimize glare and reveal hidden details. The adjustable microscope stand allows you to precisely position your specimen in seconds. Use the metal post to raise or lower the microscope for coarse focusing and to change magnification. Secure your subject with the built-in specimen clips to keep it steady while you observe or capture images. For larger objects that won’t fit on the stand, rotate the microscope arm up to 180° to examine them right on your work surface. The microscope includes a clip with a ¼”-20 thread that allows you to attach it to any standard photo tripod (sold separately), giving you more flexibility in where and how you observe. Whether you’re using a compact tabletop tripod in a tight workspace, a flexible tripod wrapped around a tree branch in the field, or a low-profile tripod for unique angles, this feature lets you position the microscope exactly where you need it. To access the thread, simply release the locking nut of the microscope clip and remove it from the stand. Compact, portable, and easy to use, the Celestron Labs Digital Handheld Microscope Pro 5MP brings professional-grade imaging to your desktop, whether you’re a student, educator, hobbyist, or professional researcher. Celestron Labs Digital 5MP Handheld Microscope Specifications Product Overview Brand / Series Celestron Labs Digital Advanced Product Name Celestron Labs Digital 5MP Handheld Microscope Model / SKU 44308 Microscope Type Handheld digital microscope Viewing Method Live image is viewed on a connected Windows or Mac computer screen Eyepiece No traditional eyepiece; uses the CMOS camera sensor instead Screen No built-in screen; your computer is the screen Best Suited For Coins, stamps, rocks, insects, plants, electronics, circuit boards, textiles, materials, inspection work, classroom use and quality control documentation Slide Use Can view prepared slides, but it is mainly designed for 3D objects and surface inspection rather than high-magnification biological slide work Recommended Age 14 years and older Optics & Magnification Magnification Range 20x to 200x Magnification Note Final on-screen magnification depends on monitor size, viewing size and working distance Objective Type Single adjustable internal objective Nosepiece / Objective End Clear plastic objective end / clear plastic nosepiece Lens High-quality 5-element glass lens Lens Coating / Filter Type IR-cut / infrared-reducing lens design Focus Type Barrel focus with coarse and fine focusing Fine Focus Control Focus wheel on microscope body Coarse Focus Method Change the distance between the microscope and the subject, or adjust the microscope height on the stand Polarising Filter Built-in adjustable polarising filter wheel Polarising Filter Purpose Helps reduce glare and reflections on shiny, wet or reflective surfaces Camera & Imaging Sensor Type 5 MP CMOS Sensor Size / Sensor Model 1/2.8" Sony IMX335 Maximum Sensor Resolution 2592 x 1944 px Pixel Size 2 x 2 µm Still Image Capture Resolutions 2592 x 1944, 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960 Video Capture Resolutions 2592 x 1944, 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 Maximum Frame Rate Up to 30 fps Streaming Video Format MJPEG; software also lists MJPEG / YUY2-style format options Snapshot Button Yes, capture button on microscope body Software Snapshot Button Yes, still image capture button inside the software Memory No onboard memory; images and videos are saved to the connected computer Illumination Illumination Type Upper ring illuminator LED Quantity 8 white LEDs Illumination Position At the nose / objective end Brightness Adjustment Yes Brightness Control Location Adjustment control on the USB-C cable / barrel control section Connection & Power Computer Connection USB-C USB Type USB 2.0 USB-C Power Source 5V power from computer USB-C connection Cable Non-removable USB-C cable, over 4 ft long Battery Required No separate battery listed; powered by USB-C connection Plug-and-Play Behaviour Connect to computer, open the software and the microscope should automatically connect and begin streaming No Device Message If not connected, the software displays: “No device detected. Please connect your microscope directly to an open USB port.” Included Software Software Name Celestron Labs Digital Imaging HD Software Software Download Available from Celestron support/downloads and celestron.com/44308 Main Software Uses Live viewing, still image capture, video recording, file saving, calibration, measurement, annotation and note-taking Windows Compatibility Windows 7.1 to Windows 11 Mac Compatibility Mac OS X / macOS 10.5 and later Software Languages Listed English, German, French, Spanish, Russian, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Polish, Japanese, Korean and Chinese In-Software Language Options Shown English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Korean, Russian, Portuguese, Chinese Traditional and Chinese Mandarin Software Device Panel Connected Device Name Displays the connected microscope name in the Device section Selectable Live View Resolutions 2592 x 1944, 2560 x 1440, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 Format Selection MJPEG or YUY2-style format option as listed in the software/manual Photo Button Captures a still image Video Button Opens a video recording window Video Controls Start, Pause and Stop recording controls, plus time-limit selection Files Button Creates or opens the folder used to save images and videos on the PC Recent Files Panel Displays recently captured images and videos Software Preview Features Preview Size Adjustment 50% to 200% Horizontal Flip Yes, flips the image left to right Vertical Flip Yes, flips the image top to bottom Grayscale Filter Yes, removes colour and converts the image to grayscale Binary Filter Yes, converts the image to black and white only Invert Filter Yes, creates a negative image Emboss Filter Yes, creates a raised 3D-style effect Software Camera Adjustments Exposure Adjustable, with Auto option White Balance Adjustable, with Auto option Gain Adjustable Brightness Adjustable Contrast Adjustable Hue Adjustable Saturation Adjustable Sharpness Adjustable Gamma Adjustable Frequency Listed in software camera settings where available Default Reset Yes, reset camera settings to default Software Settings Menu Ruler Settings Ruler colour and ruler line thickness can be changed Line Settings Line colour and line thickness can be changed Text Settings Text colour and text point size can be changed Save Path Photo and video save location can be selected Photo Format JPEG / JPG or PNG selectable Language Selectable in the software settings menu About Menu Shows software version information Measurement & Annotation Tools Calibration Tool Yes, uses the included calibration ruler to set accurate measurement scale Calibration Note Measurements are accurate only if the microscope stays at the same focus position and working distance used for calibration Reticle / Crosshair Add or remove on-screen crosshair Line Measurement Draw a line between two points and display distance Parallel Lines Measure the distance between two parallel lines Rectangle / Square Displays width, height and area Circle Tool Displays radius, circumference and area Concentric Circles Measures the radii of two concentric circles Concentric Circle Note Reports radius values only; does not calculate circumference or area for this tool Angle Measurement Yes, measure angles on the image Draw Tool Freehand drawing / marking Arrow Tool Add arrows to point out details Text Tool Add text notes to images Move Tool Move annotations where supported Back Button Step back from a tool/action Delete All Clears current measurement/annotation overlays Stand & Mounting Included Stand Plastic and metal adjustable stand Stand Holder U-shaped microscope holder clip Tripod Thread 1/4"-20 thread clip holder for standard photo tripods, sold separately Rotating Arm Stand arm rotates up to 180° for larger objects or work surface viewing Height Adjustment Main adjustment knob plus fine height adjustment knob Locking Controls Holder locking knob and locking nut for microscope clip Stage / Base Main base/stage with specimen clips Specimen Clips Built-in clips help hold flat objects or slides steady Stage Coupler Stage coupler with set screw for securing the metal post to the base Physical Specifications Microscope Dimensions 33 mm x 33 mm x 112.8 mm Stand Dimensions 171.445 mm x 120.65 mm x 171.45 mm Box Dimensions 230 mm x 180 mm x 130 mm Product Weight 462 g listed complete microscope weight; manual component weight also lists 253 g Included Accessories 5MP Handheld Microscope Included Portable Stand / Stage Base Included Stand Holder Assembly Included Calibration Ruler Included Quick Setup Guide Included Setup & Use Stand Assembly Insert the metal post through the coupler and secure it to the base Attach Microscope Snap the microscope into the U-shaped holder on the stand Adjust Height Use the main adjustment knob and fine height adjustment knob, then lock the microscope in place Connect to Computer Connect via USB-C Start Software Launch Celestron Labs Digital Imaging HD Software to begin live viewing Show more