AmScope MU Series 5.0MP USB 2.0 High-speed Color CMOS C-Mount Microscope Camera with Reduction Lens and Calibration Slide

SKU: MU500-HS-CK

Availability: In Stock

Regular price $304.99 $253.99

Key Features

  • 5MP USB digital camera captures still images and streams live videos on your computer
  • Includes calibration slide for establishing measurement baselines
  • Sophisticated software for Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10 offers editing, processing and advanced features including Stitching, EDF and measurement functions
  • Linux and Mac software records video and still images, with controls for exposure and color
  • Fits four mounting sizes: 23mm, 30mm, 30.5mm, and C-mount (two mounting adapters included)

The MU500-HS is a higher-speed version of our 5MP digital camera. An increased buffer allows for an increase in framerate. This C-mount camera is used for microscopes, designed to capture still images, as well as stream and record live video on Windows, Mac, and Linux computers. The user-friendly, stand-alone software for Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10 offers advanced features, including stitching, EDF (Extended Depth of Focus), video-recording, and measurement functions. It allows you to make notes, shapes, watermarks, and precise measurements with ease. Preview and capture resolutions can be set independently, allowing you to simultaneously view high-speed while capturing higher-resolution images or video. The software for Linux and Mac allow you to capture still images and record video, as well as control color and exposure.

Designed using the C-mount standard, the camera with the included reduction lens and two sizing-adapters can fit 23mm, 30mm, and 30.5mm photo ports and ocular ports. The reduction lens increases the field-of-view to better match what's seen through the eyepieces. Using a standard USB 2.0 connection, the camera is easy to install. Drawing power from the USB connection, no additional connections are needed. The included calibration slide allows you to take accurate measurements in the software by creating baseline measurements at multiple magnifications.

Camera Specifications:

  • Sensor: Aptina MT9P001 CMOS (color)
  • Sensor Size: 1/2.5" (5.70mm(H) x 4.28mm(V), diagonal 7.13mm)
  • Resolution: 2592x1944 (approx.5,040,000 pixels)
  • Reduction Lens: 0.5X
  • Pixel Size: 2.2µm x 2.2µm
  • G Sensitivity: 0.53v / lux-sec (550nm)
  • Frame Rate: 90fps @640x480, 27fps @1280x960, 7fps @2592x1944
  • Exposure: 0.21~2000ms, ROI Auto & Manual
  • Scan Mode: Progressive
  • Dynamic Range: 66.5dB
  • A/D Converter: 12-bit Parallel, 8-bit R.G.B to computer
  • SN Ratio: 40.5dB
  • Spectral Range: 380-650nm (with IR-filter)
  • Binning: 1x1, 2x2, 4x4
  • White balance: ROI White Balance/ Manual Temp-Tint Adjustment
  • Color Rendering Technique: Ultra Fine Color Engine
  • Capture/Control API: Native C/C++, C#, Directshow, Twain, Labview
  • Recording System: Still Picture and Movie
  • Cooling System: Natural
  • Operating Temperature: -10°C~50°C
  • Storage Temperature: -20°C~60°C
  • Operating Humidity: 30~80%RH
  • Storage Humidity: 10~60%RH
  • Power Supply: DC 5V over USB Port
  • Software Features:

  • Operating System: Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10 (32 & 64 bit), Mac OS X, Linux
  • PC Requirements: CPU equals to Intel Core2 2.8GHz or higher, Memory: 2GB or more, USB2.0 port
  • Advanced software for Windows:
    - offers Stitching, EDF, video recording and measurement functions
    - conducts measurements for lengths, angles, arcs, areas and etc.
    - saves still images in BMP, TIFF, JPG, PICT, PTL or other formats
    - edit and process microscopy images in a manner similar to PhotoShop
    More features: add layers, watermarks, mosaics, tiles; adjust color balance, exposure, saturation, contrast, orientation; change resolution, histogram, granulation, diffusion; transform images via edge detection, digital image warping; conducts measurements for single, parallel or perpendicular lines and rectangular, elliptical and irregular areas; adds notes, measurements, text, arrows, labels, and etc. using customizable text with different sizes and colors; conducts measurements in microns, millimeters, centimeters, inches, feet, and etc. under any magnification powers with desired tolerances
  • Life-time free software upgrades
  • Packing List:

  • 5MP digital camera
  • calibration slide
  • 0.5X reduction lens
  • 6' (1.8m) USB cable
  • 30mm and 30.5mm adapters
  • CD with software and user's instructions
  • Shipping weight: 2 lbs
  • application Camera-Brightfield
    camera application PC & Mac Display
    camera connectivity USB 2.0
    camera mounting size 23mm, 30.5mm, 30mm, C-Mount
    camera pixel 5.0MP
    camera reduction lens 0.5X
    camera sensor CMOS
    camera type Brightfield
    compatibility PC & Mac
    Manufacturer AmScope
    mounting size Camera-23mm, Camera-30.5mm, Camera-30mm, Camera-C-Mount
    pixel 5.0MP
    product contents

    Packing List:

  • One 5MP Digital Camera
  • 0.5X Reduction Lens
  • One 6' (1.8m) USB Cable
  • Two Adapters: 30mm and 30.5mm
  • One CD with Software and User's Instructions
  • One Calibration Kit
  • Shipping Weight: 2 lbs
  • prop 65 Prop 65 Warning
    reduction lens Camera-0.5X
    sensor Camera-CMOS

    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.

    The MU500-HS is a higher-speed version of our 5MP digital camera. An increased buffer allows for an increase in framerate. This C-mount camera is used for microscopes, designed to capture still images, as well as stream and record live video on Windows, Mac, and Linux computers. The user-friendly, stand-alone software for Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10 offers advanced features, including stitching, EDF (Extended Depth of Focus), video-recording, and measurement functions. It allows you to make notes, shapes, watermarks, and precise measurements with ease. Preview and capture resolutions can be set independently, allowing you to simultaneously view high-speed while capturing higher-resolution images or video. The software for Linux and Mac allow you to capture still images and record video, as well as control color and exposure.

    Designed using the C-mount standard, the camera with the included reduction lens and two sizing-adapters can fit 23mm, 30mm, and 30.5mm photo ports and ocular ports. The reduction lens increases the field-of-view to better match what's seen through the eyepieces. Using a standard USB 2.0 connection, the camera is easy to install. Drawing power from the USB connection, no additional connections are needed. The included calibration slide allows you to take accurate measurements in the software by creating baseline measurements at multiple magnifications.

    Camera Specifications:

  • Sensor: Aptina MT9P001 CMOS (color)
  • Sensor Size: 1/2.5" (5.70mm(H) x 4.28mm(V), diagonal 7.13mm)
  • Resolution: 2592x1944 (approx.5,040,000 pixels)
  • Reduction Lens: 0.5X
  • Pixel Size: 2.2µm x 2.2µm
  • G Sensitivity: 0.53v / lux-sec (550nm)
  • Frame Rate: 90fps @640x480, 27fps @1280x960, 7fps @2592x1944
  • Exposure: 0.21~2000ms, ROI Auto & Manual
  • Scan Mode: Progressive
  • Dynamic Range: 66.5dB
  • A/D Converter: 12-bit Parallel, 8-bit R.G.B to computer
  • SN Ratio: 40.5dB
  • Spectral Range: 380-650nm (with IR-filter)
  • Binning: 1x1, 2x2, 4x4
  • White balance: ROI White Balance/ Manual Temp-Tint Adjustment
  • Color Rendering Technique: Ultra Fine Color Engine
  • Capture/Control API: Native C/C++, C#, Directshow, Twain, Labview
  • Recording System: Still Picture and Movie
  • Cooling System: Natural
  • Operating Temperature: -10°C~50°C
  • Storage Temperature: -20°C~60°C
  • Operating Humidity: 30~80%RH
  • Storage Humidity: 10~60%RH
  • Power Supply: DC 5V over USB Port
  • Software Features:

  • Operating System: Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10 (32 & 64 bit), Mac OS X, Linux
  • PC Requirements: CPU equals to Intel Core2 2.8GHz or higher, Memory: 2GB or more, USB2.0 port
  • Advanced software for Windows:
    - offers Stitching, EDF, video recording and measurement functions
    - conducts measurements for lengths, angles, arcs, areas and etc.
    - saves still images in BMP, TIFF, JPG, PICT, PTL or other formats
    - edit and process microscopy images in a manner similar to PhotoShop
    More features: add layers, watermarks, mosaics, tiles; adjust color balance, exposure, saturation, contrast, orientation; change resolution, histogram, granulation, diffusion; transform images via edge detection, digital image warping; conducts measurements for single, parallel or perpendicular lines and rectangular, elliptical and irregular areas; adds notes, measurements, text, arrows, labels, and etc. using customizable text with different sizes and colors; conducts measurements in microns, millimeters, centimeters, inches, feet, and etc. under any magnification powers with desired tolerances
  • Life-time free software upgrades
  • Packing List:

  • 5MP digital camera
  • calibration slide
  • 0.5X reduction lens
  • 6' (1.8m) USB cable
  • 30mm and 30.5mm adapters
  • CD with software and user's instructions
  • Shipping weight: 2 lbs
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