Binocular MicroscopesBinocular microscopes, or binocular microscopy, differ from
monocular
microscopes in that they allow the microscopist to use both eyes
simultaneously when viewing through microscopes, similar to looking through a
pair of binoculars. Binocular microscopes are the most commonly used microscopes
today. Almost every microscope may be equipped with a binocular head as standard,
and all monocular microscopes may be upgraded with a
binocular head.
Through the use of special
camera adapters it is possible to use some video and digital cameras.
However, since using a camera on a binocular microscope usually does not allow
the user to view through the microscope while the camera is attached, most
microscopists use
trinocular head
whenever picture taking through the microscope is desired. |