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Complete Darkfield Microscopy System - UHD-3 Set
The UHD-3 Set is our darkfield system with LED technology ecquiped with a high-quality camera of UHD resolution (3840x2160) and a large SONY sensor (1/1.2") which results in superior image quality. It enables darkfield observation and recording of images and videos through the integrated camera. It was introduced in late 2025 and is the recommended choice for users who value the highest image quality.
Operating Modes - The camera has three outputs and therefore enables three different operating modes: an HDMI output for direct connection to a monitor (recommended mode), a USB output for use with a Windows PC, and a LAN port. Although few customers use the LAN mode, you can connect your camera to your office LAN via this port and view the live image and control the camera from any PC on the same LAN using the camera's Windows application.
Recordings - In HDMI mode, images and videos are recorded on removable storage media inserted into the camera and can later be transferred to any PC. You can also play back images/videos directly from the camera to the monitor - the camera has a gallery function with playback capability for images/videos.
Set Contents:
- Darkfield Microscope OPTIKA B-510DK
- Microscope Camera Adapter OPTIKA M620.3 (1X)
- Microscope Camera HDC DF5
Below you will find the more detailed description of the microscope and camera.
Darkfield Microscope OPTIKA B-510DK for Live Blood Analysis
The OPTIKA B-510DK darkfield microscope belongs to the OPTIKA 500 series; this product line includes models with excellent performance designed for laboratory use. It is state-of-the-art (darkfield condenser with LED technology), robust (die-cast frame), ergonomic, and designed for live blood analysis. It can be combined with microscope and SLR cameras via an adapter for live viewing and microscopic recordings.
Microscope Head Type
Trinocular, 360° rotatable, 30° inclined.
Eyepieces
PL 10X/22
Objectives
- IOS Planachromat 4X, N.A. 0.10, W.D. 17.3 mm
- IOS Planachromat 10X, N.A. 0.25, W.D. 10 mm
- IOS Planachromat 40X, N.A. 0.65, W.D. 0.54 mm
- IOS Planachromat 100x with iris diaphragm, N.A. 0.36-1.25, W.D. 0.18 mm, for immersion oil
Objective Revolver
5-position, ball-bearing.
Stage
Two-layer, size: 233x147 mm, movement range: 78x54 mm (X-Y), with slide holders, scaled, 0.1 mm accuracy.
Focusing
Coarse and fine adjustment, coaxial arrangement, fine adjustment resolution 0.002 mm
Condenser
- Oil immersion condenser for darkfield N.A. 1.36 with integrated X-LED illumination
- Brightfield condenser, Swing-out 0.2/0.9 N.A.
Illumination
LED technology, color temperature: 6,300K, LED lifetime: approx. 50,000 hours
Technical Specifications
In the "MEDIA" tab you will find the manufacturer's technical specifications.
Sample Recordings
The following recording was taken through the trinocular tube (total magnification: 400X)
Microscope Camera HDC DF5
The HDC DF5 microscope camera is the right choice for users who have very high quality requirements for image quality on one hand and want to remain flexible regarding system compatibility on the other. The excellent image quality is guaranteed by the built-in SONY IMX585(C) CMOS color image sensor with a size of 1/1.2" (11.14x6.26 mm). This allows recordings in 3840 x 2160 resolution. In terms of compatibility, this microscope camera can be operated with or without a PC and used in various modes: HDMI (without PC), USB (with Windows PC) or network mode (with Windows PC).
The most important functions of the camera are listed below - functions marked with (*) are only available when using the supplied software under Windows - and not in pure HDMI mode.
Multi-Signal Output: The camera can be connected either directly to an HDMI monitor (via the supplied HDMI cable) or alternatively to a PC (via the supplied USB cable). In both modes, the camera provides sufficiently high frame rates to track and record microscopic movements. The camera can also be used in mixed operation, where you work on the PC and additionally transmit the image via the HDMI output to a second HDMI monitor.
Video Stream via Network: The HDC DF5 microscope camera can be connected to the local network via the supplied network cable and stream the live image over the network. PCs on the same network (assuming same network segment and installed camera Windows software application) will detect the camera and the user can obtain the video stream via the network instead of USB. This allows you to provide the live image to colleagues who are not present in the same room.
Flexible Exposure Times: In addition to auto-exposure, you can also manually set exposure time and gain depending on the application. The exposure time can be set between 0.048~1000 msec.
ROI - Flexible White Balance: You can choose between automatic and manual white balance. Additionally, you can activate an automatic white balance with reference to a selectable image region (ROI - region of interest). In ROI white balance mode, you frame a rectangular area on the image (rectangle movable and size adjustable with the mouse). The software then uses only this area as a reference for white.
Auto-Stitch*: Multiple partially overlapping images can be combined by the software at the touch of a button to form a complete image. We generated the sample image below automatically from five partial recordings; the individual images had an overlap of approximately 10-20% with each other during recording.
Zoom - Mirror - Compare - Freeze: Using the software, you can zoom in and out of the image and mirror the image horizontally/vertically. Furthermore, you can split the screen vertically into two halves: the left half shows the live image and the right half shows an existing recording from your image gallery to demonstrate specimen comparisons. Additionally, you can freeze the live image and then release it again for the viewer.
Time-Lapse*: Interval recordings can be programmed, with the time interval between recordings and the maximum number being parameterizable. This allows, for example, biological decay processes to be documented over time.
Built-in Mouse Control (HDMI mode): The supplied mouse is connected to the USB port of the camera. With the mouse you can then operate the on-screen display menu and use it to capture images and videos and make all camera settings - completely without a PC and software installations!
Video Recording on Removable Storage Media (HDMI mode): Videos/images can be recorded in 4K quality directly onto a removable SD card or USB stick.
Built-In Player: (HDMI mode): Already recorded images and videos are stored on the camera's removable storage media. You can browse through them and have the camera play them on the monitor - completely without a PC!
Sample Recordings
In the following images you can see sample recordings of the UHD-3 Set in darkfield (400X and 1000X).
In the following video you can see a video recording of the UHD-3 Set (Sample: Blood drop, Mode: Darkfield, Magnification: 400X, Microscope: OPTIKA B-510DK). The recording was made in HDMI mode (recorded directly to the removable storage medium of the microscope camera).
Windows User Interface
The multilingual interface of the supplied Windows software provides on one hand the control options for the camera parameters (exposure, gain, recording) and on the other hand possibilities for image correction (white balance, color tones, etc.) as well as access to the advanced functions (measurement, extended depth of field, auto-stitch, etc.)
Technical Data
- Sensor: Sony IMX585(C), Size: 1/1.2"
- Pixel Size: 2.9 x 2.9 micrometers
- Sensor Output: 60fps at 3840×2160
- Frame Rate (HDMI, USB 3.0, Ethernet): 60, 30, 30 fps
- Storage Formats: Video 8MP (3840 x 2160) H264/H265 MP4, Single Frame: 8MP (3840 x 2160) JPEG/TIFF/RAW
- Exposure Time (msec): 0.048 - 1000
- White Balance: manual, automatic, region of interest
- Language Support ImageView Windows Software: German, English, French, Italian, Spanish, etc.
- Special Functions of ImageView Software: Image stitching (auto-stitch), Extended Depth of Field, HDR, Segmentation, Time-lapse, Measurements
- Outputs: HDMI, USB, Ethernet, removable storage media
- Compatibility: Windows 10/11 (32/64 Bit)
- System Requirements: CPU Intel Core2 2.8 GHz or better, min 4GB RAM
- Connection: C-Mount
- Weight (g): 550 without accessories
- Dimensions (mm): 98.3 x 78 x 65
- Technical Datasheet (PDF): Download under "Media" tab
Package Contents
- Microscope Camera
- Power Supply AC 100-240V 50/60 Hz, DC 12V 1A, EU Standard
- ImageView Software for Windows
- HDMI Cable
- USB 3.0 Cable (A-male to A-male), 2.0 m
- USB Mouse
- Camera Manual (German): Download under "Media" tab
- Software Manual (English)
- Software (on USB Memory Stick)
Manufacturer Warranty HDC DF5
- 18 months from purchase date (EU)