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Camera Lucida
Neutral Density Light Control: Equipped with a variable filter system to balance light intensity between the microscope field and the external drawing plane, ensuring high-contrast superposition.
Prismatic Optical Alignment: Utilizes a specialized prism housing designed for 360-degree rotation, allowing for seamless integration with both monocular and binocular microscope tubes without distorting the optical path.
₹685.00
Quick answer: A Camera Lucida is an optical attachment that enables simultaneous viewing of a microscopic specimen and a drawing surface, superimposing the specimen image onto paper via a beam splitter to produce geometrically accurate, hand-drawn records. Camera Lucida is priced at approximately ₹685 (indicative market benchmark, incl. GST, August 2026).
A camera lucida is an optical attachment that enables simultaneous viewing of a microscopic specimen and a drawing surface. By superimposing the specimen image onto paper via a beam splitter, it allows the user to produce geometrically accurate, hand-drawn records of what they observe. This is a practical drawing aid for biology, taxonomy, and general life-science teaching and research laboratories where hand-drawn morphological documentation is part of the coursework.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Camera lucida, standard beam-splitter type |
| Function | Superimposes specimen image onto a drawing surface for tracing |
| Application | Morphological documentation and taxonomic studies |
| Exact eyepiece diameter compatibility | Not independently verified for this listing — confirm with STEMAids before ordering |
| Compatible microscope models | Not independently verified for this listing — confirm with STEMAids before ordering |
| Price | Approx. ₹685 (indicative market benchmark, incl. GST, August 2026) |
| Exact dimensions/technical detail | Not independently verified for this listing — confirm with STEMAids before specifying in a tender |
Applications
- Creating accurate hand-drawn records of specimens
- Taxonomic studies and morphological documentation
- Biology and life-science teaching laboratory sketching exercises
- Research laboratory specimen documentation
Care & Maintenance
- Keep the beam splitter and optical surfaces clean and free of dust or fingerprints
- Handle the attachment carefully to avoid misalignment
- Store in a protective case when not in use
Why Choose STEMAids
STEMAids supplies a wide range of Microscope & Optics equipment including Quartz Halogen Lamp for related laboratory and classroom needs. Eduscope Smart Learning Solutions Private Limited is a Udyam-registered micro manufacturing enterprise (UDYAM-DL-06-0069460) and ISO 9001:2015 certified, supplying schools, colleges and vocational institutes across India and for export.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a camera lucida do?
It superimposes the microscope’s specimen image onto a drawing surface, allowing the user to trace and create an accurate hand-drawn record.
What eyepiece diameter does this fit?
This has not been independently verified for this listing — confirm with STEMAids before ordering.
Which microscope models is this compatible with?
This has not been independently verified for this listing — confirm with STEMAids before ordering.
Is this suitable for a biology teaching lab?
Yes — camera lucidas of this kind are commonly used for taxonomic and morphological sketching exercises.
Does STEMAids supply compatible microscopes?
Contact STEMAids to confirm compatible microscope options.
Is STEMAids a registered manufacturer of this product?
Yes. Eduscope Smart Learning Solutions Private Limited is a Udyam-registered micro manufacturing enterprise (UDYAM-DL-06-0069460) and is ISO 9001:2015 certified. See the About page for full registration and certification details — manufacturer-stated, verify before citing in procurement documents.
Last updated: 29 August 2026.
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