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Leica K5 Monochrome Camera

The Leica K5 is a high-sensitivity 4.2 MP scientific CMOS microscope camera designed for general imaging applications that require speed, clarity, and precision. With fast 40 frames per second live imaging, 80% quantum efficiency, and reduced image noise, the K5 delivers detailed results while minimizing exposure time. Ideal for dynamic processes and real-time observation, the K5 enables accurate documentation and streamlined workflows in research, industrial, and QA/QC environments. Compatible with Leica’s imaging software and THUNDER systems, it provides exceptional signal-to-background performance, helping users see more clearly—especially in challenging widefield conditions.

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The Leica K5 is a versatile scientific CMOS microscope camera designed to deliver high-quality imaging for a broad range of applications, including fluorescence microscopy, materials research, inspection, and routine documentation. With a 4.2 megapixel sensor, fast 40 frames per second live imaging, and exceptional quantum efficiency (80%), the K5 allows users to capture fine detail quickly and accurately, even in low-light conditions.

Engineered for workflows that demand speed and sensitivity, the K5 enables you to observe dynamic changes in real time—ideal for tracking processes, verifying structures, or comparing sample conditions. Its high-performance sensor minimizes noise while maximizing signal, making it a reliable solution for both brightfield and fluorescence imaging.

Whether you’re working with fluorescent dyes, reflective surfaces, or semi-transparent materials, the K5 delivers crisp, high-contrast results with minimal exposure time—helping protect samples while improving imaging efficiency.

Key Features and Benefits:

  • 4.2 MP resolution for capturing fine structural detail

  • Up to 40 fps live imaging for fast focusing and real-time observation

  • 80% quantum efficiency ensures high sensitivity in low-light fluorescence applications

  • Ideal for routine fluorescence imaging, materials inspection, and general microscopy

  • Reduced photobleaching and phototoxicity due to shorter exposure times

  • Seamless USB 3.0 connectivity and compatibility with Leica imaging software

With its balanced combination of speed, sensitivity, and image quality, the Leica K5 is an excellent choice for labs seeking a dependable, high-performance camera for general microscopy and fluorescence workflows.

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