The Keyence digital microscope VHX-7000 is a highly versatile optical microscope which is one example of the portable apparatus available within the section. The multifunction of this optical system extends to such features as:

• Multi angle observation – lens can be tilted 90° plus a 360° manipulation of the stage
• Capability to make a multitude of accurate measurements in various geometries
• Depth composition – producing images with focus at multiple depths of field simultaneously
• 3D image display – through stitching of separate higher magnification 3D images, depth information can be deciphered
• Image stitching for large sample areas
• HDR for high contrast image optimization
• Video tracking of samples in motion