A closer
look at
life.
Hiding in plain sight.
A drop of water. A patch of moss. A world you’ve never seen. Learn how to explore it for yourself.
Real microscope footage
Stentor roeselii
400×magnification
Watch the cilia moving around its edge.
Practical guides
Make a slide, get a clear view, solve a problem, or record what you see. Choose the guide for the task you need help with.
Samples2 min readGetting started3 min readTroubleshooting2 min readPhotography2 min read
Explore pond water under a microscope
Make your first slide with pond water, algae, and material around plants, then take a look.
Your first look through a microscope
Set up your microscope, focus a slide, and have fun!
Why does my sample look blurry?
Quick fixes for a blank view, blur, spots, or a washed-out image.
Film what you see with your phone
Line up your phone, lock it steady, and record the view through the microscope.
Your first microscope
The B120C is one of the first microscopes I used, and a great place to start.
Find a starter microscopePhoto neededThe B120C, showing its viewing head, stage, and supplied lenses.
B120CWhere I started · LED
