Posts that relate to the Keyword: resolution

How to obtain the best resolution with your microscope

The resolution that a microscope is capable of achieving is probably the single most important factor that determines the quality of a microscopic image. Without a sufficiently high resolution, magnification is not possible without loss of quality. Read the following introductory post: . There are a variety of different factors that determine the achievable resolution. [...]

Cover glass thickness and resolution

The thickness of the cover glass can have a significant impact on the resolution. The effect is highest with high-numeric aperture aperture (high magnification) objectives, and barely noticeable when using objectives of a low numeric aperture. Types of cover glasses Cover glasses come in all sorts of different sizes. I already wrote a post about [...]

5 Rules of buying a microscope

I’ve been repeatedly asked for advice concerning the purchase of microscopes of hobby and amateur purposes. The following rules should help you in your choice. Rule 1: Be weary about “department store” microscopes Enthusiasts who want to pick up the hobby frequently encounter their first microscopes in department stores and toy shops. If you are [...]

Observing bacteria under the light microscope

It is possible to use non-toxic stains (such as ink for fountain pens) to stain yogurt bacteria in-vivo.

Required camera resolution for photography through the microscope

My digital camera (a Canon EOS 450d) is capable of taking pictures at 3MP, 6 MP and 12 MP (MP=megapixels). Which setting should one choose to obtain the optimum results? If the camera resolution is too low, then this will result in the loss of image detail (but a small file). A resolution setting which [...]

Working with the condenser aperture diaphragm

The condenser aperture diaphragm (or iris diaphragm) is used to control the contrast and resolution of an image. This article explains the usage of the diaphragm.

The Condenser Aperture Diaphragm

In this post, the function of the condenser aperture diaphragm is explained. The purpose of the condenser is to concentrate the light onto the specimen, its diaphragm regulates resolution, contrast and depth of field.

About the numbers on the Objective

This post explains the meaning of the different engravings on an objective.

Magnification and Resolution

Magnification and Resolution – briefly explained in easy words.