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Ground-breaking new SZX2
stereo microscope series launched by Olympus
The future’s bright for stereo
microscopy users
Hamburg, 09.05.06 – Olympus has launched the revolutionary new SZX2 series of
stereo microscopes. Offering unprecedented resolution in combination with the
largest zoom ratio on the market, the new Olympus SZX2 series of stereo
microscopes enables users to see and capture far more than ever before. Uniquely
tailored to meet all life science needs with different optical systems, the new
series consists of the SZX16 for detailed research purposes and the SZX10 for
advanced and standard routine requirements.
The Olympus SZX16 research stereo microscope is specifically designed for
advanced research and hosts a range of top-end functions, such as full
fluorescence capability and sophisticated documentation. With a maximum
numerical aperture (NA) of 0.3, producing a superior resolution of 900 line
pairs/mm, this enhances the flexibility of the range to enable advanced
techniques, including fluorescence and micromanipulation. A superior resolution
and sensitivity at all magnification levels, enables SZX16 users to gather more
detailed information from their samples than with any other stereo microscope.
The Olympus SZX16 also provides the largest zoom ratio of any stereo microscope
on the market – 16.4:1. This, combined with the high NA optics, produces the
best clarity at whatever magnification is chosen, meaning users really can see
more, particularly for fluorescence applications. Seamless zooming from 3.5x to
230x in one easy motion, combined with the most comprehensive range of parfocal
objectives (0.5x, 1.0x, 1.6x & 2.0x), means the SZX16 can easily go from whole
organism to cellular level and back with no major adjustments.
For micromanipulation applications the SZX16 offers enhanced 3D vision via an
increased stereo effect. Also useful for such applications, the Olympus SZX2
range features an ultra-slim 40 mm base, which is the most ergonomic stage
height available. This is possible due to the unique Olympus LED base system
which enables fine control of transmitted illumination for bright and even
images. Moreover, a novel carousel enables the easy selection and control of
brightfield, darkfield and oblique illumination. The long-life LEDs provide even
illumination and constant colour temperature at all intensity settings. LED’s
are cold light sources, thus preventing heating of the stage and sample to
greatly enhance flexibility for both research and advanced routine life science
stereo microscopy.
Using optics dedicated to advanced routine applications, the SZX10 provides the
flexibility to carry out every-day tasks, as well as research techniques with
clearer and more comfortable accuracy. With a natural 3D view, the SZX10 is
ideal for identification purposes. Precision optics deliver flat distortion-free
images to the edge of the field of view, together with an exceptionally natural
colour. Both of which are essential for applications such as those involving
detailed morphological comparisons.
Also providing enhanced image clarity, Olympus has introduced a correction ring
for the 2x objective to compensate for aberrations caused by the different
refractive indices of air, petri dish cover and water. This is the first time
such a facility has been applied to a stereo microscope objective.
The SZX2 stereomicroscope series is also optimised for both eye and camera,
enabling accurate documentation and imaging of live digital sample views. By
fitting the SZX2 stereos with a trinocular head and moving the objective, the
axial imaging pathway optimises images for 2D documentation, as well as
precision measurements. Attaching the Olympus DP71 cooled digital camera
produces a very flexible imaging station. This is designed for high resolution
documentation (up to 12.5 mega pixels) as well as high-speed imaging for live
views in both colour and monochrome. The advanced PCI interface enables
excellent colour reproduction and no visible colour shifts during sample
movement.
Please contact:
OLYMPUS LIFE AND MATERIAL SCIENCE EUROPA GMBH
Microscopy
Esther Ahrent
Section Manager Marketing Communication
Tel: +49 40 2 37 73 - 5426
Fax: +49 40 2 37 73 - 647
E-mail:
microscopy@olympus-europa.com
www.olympus-europa.com
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Date for your diary: IBLA
(International Biotech & Lab Automation Europe) 2006, 7-8 November, Olympia,
London, UK. www.ibla.co.uk
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