PRODUCT ANNOUNCEMENT

COMING SOON: HIGH SPEED, LOW NOISE AND ULTRA SENSITIVE INFINITY3-3 RESEARCH-GRADE USB 3.0 DIGITAL CAMERA

This uncooled scientific digital camera features a Sony ICX674 CCD sensor, 2.8 megapixel resolution, USB 3.0 interface and a high-speed global shutter. The INFINITY3-3UR provides clear and crisp images in challenging microscopy situations.

The INFINITY3-3UR was built on low noise electronics allowing it to render details with amazing accuracy. This research-grade microscopy camera features superior responsiveness, high dynamic range and is ideally suited for documentation and image analysis in low light life science, clinical and material science and industrial applications.

Contact us to discuss custom OEM variances.

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT

LUMENERA'S POPULAR INFINITYHD CAMERA FOR SUPERB COLOR REPRODUCTION

The INFINITYHD is Lumenera's high definition CMOS color camera for scientific imaging. Featuring 1080p60 preview, extremely fast frame rates at 60 fps and streaming direct to monitor, the HD camera offers near perfect color reproduction.

This easy-to-use camera can be operated by connecting directly to a monitor with no need for a PC, or utilize the plug-and-play USB 2.0 image capture. With extremely fast response times, the INFINITYHD quickly reacts to lighting changes in any life science, clinical or material application. Video output over HDMI connector to either a DVI or HDMI monitor. Three on-camera buttons allow for easy access to power, white balance and image capture with a single touch.

To view a new video featuring the INFINITYHD please click here.

For more information on the INFINITYHD please click here.

PRESS RELEASE

Lumenera's USB 3.0 Cameras Are Now Supported by norpix's StreamPix 5 Software

Lumenera's USB 3.0 Camera series is now supported by Norpix's flagship software, StreamPix 5.

StreamPix 5 software is one of the most comprehensive and easy to use digital recording software available on the market. The software maximizes the high-speed, high-resolution features of Lumenera’s new USB 3.0 camera series, the Lt225 and Lt425. Both families of cameras were designed for high-speed video streaming and image capture by combining high-performance sensors from CMOSIS with the latest USB 3.0 technology to ensure fast image delivery, even at their largest resolution.

The StreamPix5 software enables users to acquire uncompressed images and stream real-time digital video from Lumenera cameras direct to a PC memory or hard disk. Whether users are performing desktop imaging analysis, capturing high-speed images, or streaming real-time video, the integration of StreamPix5 can support the speed and resolution capabilities of the Lt225 and Lt425.

StreamPix 5 is sold independently of Lumenera cameras, but offers a simple “out-of-the-box” software solution to render high-speed, high-resolution images and videos.

To read the full press release please click here.

EVENTS

LUMENERA SUMMER 2013 EVENT SCHEDULE

Lumenera will be Exhibiting in Partnership with Accu-Scope at FIME 2013
The International Medical Exposition will take place from August 7-9, 2013 in Miami Beach, FL. Lumenera will have the INFINITY portofolio on display, including the INFINITYHD.  To experience these cameras please stop by booth #2675.

View the Latest Microscopy Imaging Technology at the Quality Expo
Accu-Scope will have the INFINITY camera portofolio on display at the show from September 10-12, 2013 in Chicago, IL. To set up a meeting with Lumenera's scientific sales team please email us at [email protected].

Lumenera will Bring Innovative Digital Cameras to IBMS Congress 2013
Visit Lumenera at the IBMS Congress show from September 23-25, 2013 in Birmingham, England. Visit us at booth #822 to see our display of INFINITY cameras and see a demo of the new Lt365C.

Upcoming Lumenera Fall 2013 Event Schedule
Neuroscience 2013, November 9-13, 2013
San Diego, California, San Diego Convention Center, Booth 2321

For more information on Lumenera events please click here.

CASE STUDY

LUMENERA'S INDUSTRIAL USB 3.0 CAMERA USED BY AMATEUR ASTRONOMER TO CREATE HIGH RESOLUTION, LUNAR MOSAIC

New Camera Technologies Allow Spectacular Progress for Amateur Astronomers in the Fields of Lunar and Planetary Imaging

Albéric de Bonnevie is an amateur astrophotographer based in France. Featured to the left, is a stunning mosaic of the moon, which he captured in February 2013 using an Lt425-NIR USB 3.0 Lumenera camera.

This camera was specifically designed with both amateur and professional photographers in mind, featuring, low noise and extremely fast frame rates with reliable delivery of images. The USB 3.0 digital interface ensures a simple plug-and-play installation, and one standard cable minimizes equipment clutter.

To read the full case study please click here.

LUMENERA IMAGING BLOG - LATEST POSTS

Beautiful Moon
With the summer months upon us, few things are more enticing than the peacefulness of lying on the fresh grass, looking up, contemplating the night sky. One of the elements that I often marvel at is our closest neighbor; the moon, which even to the naked eye, is striking. Perhaps you’re tempted to grab a pair of binoculars or a telescope, to explore the moon’s beauty in closer detail, or discover other distant elements. Suddenly, you have a new found hobby as an amateur astronomer and now; here you are, shopping for a digital camera to add to your equipment check list.
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A Taste of the Orient
Last month I had the opportunity to attend the Vision China Exhibition in Shanghai. In addition to sampling wonderful new flavors and experiences, the trip also provided one location where manufacturers from around the world could showcase their latest imaging products.
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Color Wonders
The camera in your system is the gateway to the color wonders of the world. A camera delivering accurate color is no small feat, much less doing so in a reliable and repeatable manner. Cameras from various manufacturers often rely on comparable sensors but this is where the similarities end. Unless purposely designed, cameras will deliver varying color quality even when using the same image sensors.
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TAC ANNOUNCEMENT

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE UPDATES

Coming Soon: INFINITY SOFTWARE 6.3.0
The latest version of INFINITY ANALYZE for Windows will be available for download in early August. INFINITY Software 6.3.0 will include this latest version of ANALYZE, and features several enhncements and updates including:
- Measurement on live preview
- Crop sub-window in preview and capture
- Overlay dynamic & static text or logo as Project Tags
- Micrometer label linked to length
- Export measurements as CSV format
- Snapshot capture option offers reduced noise in captured images
- Delete single measurement items
- Option to keep live preview on top
- Polyline measurements support both vertex & drag operations

Please check our microscopy downloads page here to download the latest release when it becomes available.

New LuCam Software 6.3.0
A new release of LuCam Capture Software is now available for download. The latest version of LuCam software provides support for variable frame rate in the Lt425 and Lt225 models, subsampling on the Lt cameras and support for the High Dynamic Range mode on the Lt cameras. It also provides updates for all other Lumenera camera models.

Lumenera SDK 6.3.0
The new release of Lumenera SDK 6.3.0 provides updates to the .NET framework to improve support for 64-bit projects.

Knowledge Base Solutions
Updated Knowledge Base Solutions are available on the topics of HotKey macros and Footswitch control for INFINITY CAPTURE and INFINITY ANALYZE. New instructions are provided on methods to use with Pathology packages that interact with the INFINITY camera through a TWAIN interface. Please click here and use the keywords ‘macro’ and ‘footswitch’ to retrieve these articles.

Lumenera's Knowledge Base Solutions is a secure portal that provides you with technical support materials and articles. To access these valuable technical documents please contact the Technical Assistance Centre (TAC) team using [email protected].

User Manual
A new user manual has been produced for the INFINITY ANALYZE for Mac software. Please click here to download the latest INFINITY ANALYZE user manual.

To visit the TAC Update page please click here.

If you have any outstanding issues you wish to discuss with the TAC team please contact us at [email protected].

ANNIVERSARY

Lumenera Celebrates 11th Year in Business

May 10th marked Lumenera’s 11th year since inception! Lumenera was launched in 2002 in Ottawa, ON as a small company bootstrapped by its founding employees. Over the past 11 years Lumenera has grown tremendously through a combination of leading technology offerings and a dedicated focus on customer satisfaction. It is this forward thinking global view that has enabled us to continuously address new market requirements.

In July of 2006, Lumenera became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Roper Industries Inc., a diversified market driven company that produces engineered products for global niche markets.

11 years later, we are proud to continue to employ over 80 full time employees. Lumenera recognizes the organization’s success could not have been achieved without the dedication of our world class team members who consistently go above and beyond.

Our goal continues to focus on serving our customers by offering new and innovative technologies at superior price-to-performance ratios and maintain ongoing success for years to come.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

With Your Help Lumenera has Planted over 3,000 Trees Through our Tree Planting Initiative

Lumenera is dedicated to our community and the global environment. Because of this passion for sustainable resources we developed the Tree Planting Initiative. The Tree Planting Initiative ensures that one tree is planted for every visitor to our website who completes a contact form. Providing this information is completely voluntary and obligation free.

Through this program Lumenera has planted over 3000 trees to date. This impressive amount makes a big impact on our air quality as a single tree can produce enough oxygen to support several people.

Click here to participate in our Tree Planning Initiative and help us continue to give back to the environment.

For more information about Lumenera's Green Program please click here.

Lumenera Supports National Denim Day

This May in support of National Denim Day, a fundraiser for the CURE Foundation for

Lumenera staff members proudly wear the 'pink flower' ribbon and denim in support of the fight against breast cancer.

Breast Cancer, Lumenera employees wore denim and received ‘pink flower’ ribbons in exchange for their donation.

The CURE Foundation established National Denim Day in May 1997. The event is now their main fundraiser, and is held annually on the Tuesday following Mother’s Day. Businesses, organizations and institutions across Canada are encouraged to allow employees to wear denim in exchange for a suggested $5 donation.

Lumenera continues to show their support throughout the year for this worthy cause by donating $20 to breast cancer research from the sale of each INFINITY2-1R camera.

To read more about Lumenera's community support efforts please click here.