Easy on the eyes, even during extended use 

Maintains optimal brightness 

The light intensity management (LIM) function developed by Nikon automatically stores any changes to brightness settings. This helps avoid drastic changes in brightness when switching between different magnifications during observation, thereby helping to mitigate eye strain. 

Ergonomically designed with attention toward eliminating neck, shoulders, and back strain. 

The eyepiece tube can be inclined and extended, and the angle of the elbow can be adjusted by changing the height of the handle, so that you can always adopt a posture that suits you, thereby reducing physical strain.

User-friendly stage operation 

With the addition of a nosepiece spacer, the stage height can be lowered 20 mm from the standard position, reducing strain during frequent specimen change. The stage handle height can also be changed to ensure a comfortable hand position. The stage height can be locked using the refocusing knob, allowing quick refocusing after specimen changes. The stage is coated with a high-durability, scratch-resistant ceramic coating. 

Enjoy enhanced efficiency during observations 

Status Display for easy confirmation at a glance 

Quickly and easily check magnification and brightness settings using the display at the base of the microscope without changing your observation posture. 

Turning the nosepiece automatically adjusts the scale bar 

The scale bar on the PC display changes automatically to match the magnification level, eliminating the need to set the scale manually. 

Effortless image capturing 

One simple click of the image capture button on the microscope base during observation enables the Digital Sight camera to capture the specimen image. Since it has a network function, you can share images with a remote PC. 

Versatile observation techniques 

Phase contrast 

High-contrast images with neutral background coloration regardless of the magnification range can be captured. This observation technique is suitable for observation of unstained structures.

Simple polarizing 

Ideal for observing bi-refringent samples such as collagen, amyloids and crystals. 

Sensitive color polarizing 

Enables Identification of uric acid crystals by changes in the interference color. This technique is ideal for gout and pseudo-gout tests.

Darkfield 

Enables clear observation of blood or minute structures such as flagella. Dry- and oil-type condensers are available. An expander lens is utilized for brighter imaging. 

Epi-fluorescence 

Compact epi-fluorescence attachments that utilize noise terminating mechanisms allow weakly fluorescing specimens to be captured with great clarity and brightness. Both CI-FL epi-fluorescence attachment (incorporates up to 4 filter cubes) and D-FL epi-fluorescence attachment (incorporates up to 6 filter cubes) allow easy switching of filter cubes. High-optical-performance objective lenses for epi-fluorescence imaging, including the CFI Plan Apochromat Lambda series and the CFI Plan Fluor series, are available. 

To meet the demands of clinical laboratory specialists and researchers, Nikon has reviewed all aspects of microscope usability to develop the ECLIPSE Ci series of microscopes, which combines superior functionality with operational ease. The Ci is designed to ensure natural posture while viewing images, sample changing and capturing images. Bright, eco-friendly LED illumination reduces the need for frequent lamp replacement. A variety of accessories are available that support various imaging techniques.