AmScope B120C-DK-E5 2500X Binocular LED Darkfield Microscope
- 40X-2500X magnification range
- 5MP CMOS camera sensor, USB 2.0
- Darkfield condenser included
- Binocular Siedentopf head
- Built-in LED illumination
- Achromatic objective lenses
- 45 degrees real angle of view
- Metal body, corded power
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A binocular compound microscope with a darkfield condenser and a USB camera included, for teaching, labs and viewing live cells. It is a corded benchtop instrument, and the listing does not name the objective powers.
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ASIN: B0BCXHCR96Model: B120C-DK-E5Category: Compound Binocular Microscopes
Overview
Observing live cells in darkfield, as well as standard brightfield slides, is what the included darkfield condenser enables. A Siedentopf head adjusts for the viewer's eyes, LED lighting is built in, and a camera sends images over USB.
Choose it for a teaching or lab microscope that adds darkfield and a camera in one package. The limit is detail, since objective powers, stage travel and imaging software are not described.
Who it's for
A biology teacher, medical student or small lab examining live cells and slides will use the darkfield condenser and the camera. People inspecting opaque items, such as circuit boards, should choose a stereo microscope.
Pros and cons
- Darkfield condenser included
- Binocular Siedentopf head
- Built-in LED lighting
- Long warranty term
- Objective powers not listed
- Not for opaque specimens
- Corded power only
Performance notes
A darkfield condenser sends light at an angle so that cells appear bright against a dark background, which reveals live cells that are hard to see in brightfield. The Siedentopf head adjusts the spacing between the eyepieces for comfortable use. The camera outputs through USB, so image quality depends on the sensor and the computer.
Specifications
| Brand | AmScope |
|---|---|
| Model | B120C-DK-E5 |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Magnification range | 40X-2500X |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power source | Corded Electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Enclosure material | Metal |
| Color | White |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty description | 5 Year Manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Magnification maximum | 2500 x |
| Objective lens description | Achromatic |
| Light source type | LED |
| Camera sensor | 5MP CMOS, USB 2.0 |
| Real angle of view | 45 degrees |
| Head design | Binocular, Siedentopf |
| Condenser | Darkfield condenser included |
| Builtin media | Microscope, Darkfield condenser, camera |
Frequently asked questions
Does the AmScope B120C-DK-E5 camera work with a Mac?
The listing gives no operating system list for the camera, so check AmScope's software notes first.
Can the AmScope B120C-DK-E5 do brightfield as well as darkfield?
Yes. The description says the darkfield condenser adds to common brightfield studies.
What camera comes with the AmScope B120C-DK-E5?
The item highlights list a 5MP CMOS sensor with USB 2.0 connectivity, and the contents include a camera.