AmScope MF Series 1.4MP USB 3.0 Temperature-regulated Monochrome CCD C-Mount Microscope Camera

SKU: MF143BC-CCD

Availability: In Stock

Regular price $2,807.99 $2,399.99

Key Features

  • 1.4MP ultra-sensitive, low-noise CCD digital camera
  • Ideal for fluorescence-microscopy
  • Active temperature-regulation with up to 45 degrees reduction
  • User-friendly software for Windows 8.1/10/11 offers editing/processing and advanced features including Stitching and Focus-stacking
  • View high-speed video while capturing high-resolution images

This is an ultra-sensitive, monochrome CCD camera for imaging in low-light conditions such as fluorescence-microscopy. The camera uses a 1.4-megapixel, 2/3" Sony HAD CCD sensor, which dramatically boosts light-gathering efficiency. To guarantee a high signal-to-noise performance, the camera features a built-in thermal-regulation system capable of decreasing the operating temperature by up to 45 degrees. This reduction in sensor-heat results in less self-noise during the light-capture and conversion processes, and can be controlled with the included Windows software.

An added benefit of the interline CCD sensor is its global shutter capture, which does not present the distortion seen with rolling shutter sensors. This equates to better consitency and less distortion during image-capture, and smoother movement in video. Because of the camera's accuracy and noise-control, the camera is capable of capturing long-exposures up to one hour.

This camera uses the C-mount standard for lens-attachment or instrument-coupling. With a wide array of lenses and coupling-adapters, the camera can be used with virtually any optical microscope on the market, including AmScope, Nikon, Olympus, Leica, and Zeiss.

With software available for Windows, Mac, and Linux, this camera package is a multi-platform imaging solution. The included Windows software offers image-development and measurement tools, as well as advanced compositing features such as image-stitching and extended-depth-of-focus. With the ability to calibrate scales at multiple magnifications, the software can be used for multi-level inspection. Independent preview and capture resolutions allow you to view high-speed video while simultaneously capturing high-definition images. For Mac and Linux, there is a lite version of the software which can capture video and still images, and includes limited processing features.

Sensor

Sensor Sensor Type Sensor Size Pixels Pixel Size Transfer Method
Sony ICX285AL EXview HAD CCD (monochrome) 2/3" format (8.88mm x 6.70mm) 1.4M 6.45µm x 6.45µm Interline Progressive Scan (Global Shutter)
Sensitivity
?
Well Capacity Read noise Dark Signal
1300mV @ 1/30s (f5.6) 19500 e- 4 e- 11mV @ 1/30s

Camera

Frame Rate(s) Connectivity Lens-mount Compensating Lens Cooling Compatibility
15 @ 1360x1024 USB 3.0 C-mount -- 2-stage Thermoelectric Windows (32/64 bit) 8.1/10/11, Mac OSX, Linux

Software

OS Requirements Windows (32/64 bit) 8.1/10/11, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+
Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 2GB RAM, USB3.0 port for maximum speed
Features
Windows Version
Live video preview
Captures still images and video
Time-lapse capture
Exposure and white-balance controls
Dark-field correction
Digital binning
Image processing
Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
Segmentation and counting tools
Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
Fluorescence color-mapping
Mac/Linux Versions
Live video preview
Captures still images and video
Exposure control
Color adjustment
Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
application Camera-Brightfield, Camera-Darkfield, Camera-Fluorescence
camera application PC & Mac Display
camera connectivity USB 3.0
camera mounting size C-Mount
camera pixel 1.4MP
camera sensor CCD
camera type Brightfield, Darkfield, Fluorescence
compatibility PC & Mac
Manufacturer AmScope
mounting size Camera-C-Mount
pixel 1.4MP
product condition NEW
prop 65 Prop 65 Warning
sensor Camera-CCD

TPG

Enhance your microscopy experience by downloading the essential software for your microscope cameras. This software provides advanced features such as image capture, measurement tools, and editing capabilities, allowing you to maximize the potential of your microscope. Compatible with various camera models, it ensures seamless integration and optimal performance. Please use the software attached below to download the software and unlock the full capabilities of your microscope camera today.View our software licensing terms.

Operating System Software
Windows v.10.11.2024
MAC AmScopeAmLite_20240408.dmg
SDK TPG SDK (Optional) v.03.11.2024
Linux AmScopeAmLite_x64_x84_20231115.tar

AmScope products are warranted against manufacturer’s defects in material and workmanship from the original date of purchase, for the following years: 


• Five Year Warranty for Microscopes: All our microscopes come with a five (5) year factory warranty against manufacturing defects, covering labor and parts. 
• Ten Year Warranty for Euromex Microscopes: All our Euromex microscopes come with a ten (10) year factory warranty against manufacturing defects, covering labor and parts.
• One Year Warranty for Telescopes: All our telescopes come with a one (1) year warranty, except when specified in the description. 
• One Year Warranty for Accessories: All our microscope accessories (USB cameras, illuminators, illumination, dust covers, and etc.) come with a one (1) year warranty, except when specified in the description.
• One Year Warranty for Items labeled as “Product Ships From Manufacturer”: All products that are shipped directly from the manufacturer come with a one (1) year warranty, except when specified in the description. 

Warranty does not apply for consumable accessories and parts such as bulbs, batteries, fuses, cords, optical components or any add-on accessories such as mechanical specimen holders that are not built into the microscope stage as an integral part of the original manufacture, etc. Warranty does not cover microscopes, lenses cameras or other accessories that have become inoperable due to dirt or damage due to misuse or lack of maintenance. 

Note: Buyers are responsible for return shipping and handling cost for warranty services. Our warranty covers parts and labor only.

This is an ultra-sensitive, monochrome CCD camera for imaging in low-light conditions such as fluorescence-microscopy. The camera uses a 1.4-megapixel, 2/3" Sony HAD CCD sensor, which dramatically boosts light-gathering efficiency. To guarantee a high signal-to-noise performance, the camera features a built-in thermal-regulation system capable of decreasing the operating temperature by up to 45 degrees. This reduction in sensor-heat results in less self-noise during the light-capture and conversion processes, and can be controlled with the included Windows software.

An added benefit of the interline CCD sensor is its global shutter capture, which does not present the distortion seen with rolling shutter sensors. This equates to better consitency and less distortion during image-capture, and smoother movement in video. Because of the camera's accuracy and noise-control, the camera is capable of capturing long-exposures up to one hour.

This camera uses the C-mount standard for lens-attachment or instrument-coupling. With a wide array of lenses and coupling-adapters, the camera can be used with virtually any optical microscope on the market, including AmScope, Nikon, Olympus, Leica, and Zeiss.

With software available for Windows, Mac, and Linux, this camera package is a multi-platform imaging solution. The included Windows software offers image-development and measurement tools, as well as advanced compositing features such as image-stitching and extended-depth-of-focus. With the ability to calibrate scales at multiple magnifications, the software can be used for multi-level inspection. Independent preview and capture resolutions allow you to view high-speed video while simultaneously capturing high-definition images. For Mac and Linux, there is a lite version of the software which can capture video and still images, and includes limited processing features.

Sensor

Sensor Sensor Type Sensor Size Pixels Pixel Size Transfer Method
Sony ICX285AL EXview HAD CCD (monochrome) 2/3" format (8.88mm x 6.70mm) 1.4M 6.45µm x 6.45µm Interline Progressive Scan (Global Shutter)
Sensitivity
?
Well Capacity Read noise Dark Signal
1300mV @ 1/30s (f5.6) 19500 e- 4 e- 11mV @ 1/30s

Camera

Frame Rate(s) Connectivity Lens-mount Compensating Lens Cooling Compatibility
15 @ 1360x1024 USB 3.0 C-mount -- 2-stage Thermoelectric Windows (32/64 bit) 8.1/10/11, Mac OSX, Linux

Software

OS Requirements Windows (32/64 bit) 8.1/10/11, Mac OS 10.8+, Linux kernel 3.13+
Hardware Requirements Intel Core2 2.8GHz or comparable processor, 2GB RAM, USB3.0 port for maximum speed
Features
Windows Version
Live video preview
Captures still images and video
Time-lapse capture
Exposure and white-balance controls
Dark-field correction
Digital binning
Image processing
Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons
Segmentation and counting tools
Image-stitching, extended depth-of-field, HDR
Fluorescence color-mapping
Mac/Linux Versions
Live video preview
Captures still images and video
Exposure control
Color adjustment
Measurement tools, including lines, arcs, polygons