{"product_id":"tucsen-truechrome-pdaf-autofocus-hdmi-microscope-camera","title":"Tucsen TrueChrome PDAF Autofocus HDMI Microscope Camera","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:15.5px;line-height:1.28;max-width:1180px;margin:0 auto;color:#111;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 1px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTucsen TrueChrome PDAF\u003c\/strong\u003e is an autofocus HDMI microscope camera designed for fast live imaging, direct monitor viewing, quick capture, onboard measurement, educational microscopy, stereo microscope inspection, and industrial documentation workflows. It uses phase detection autofocus technology to reduce manual focusing adjustments and improve efficiency during live microscope viewing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eUnlike USB-only microscope cameras that require a computer for operation, the TrueChrome PDAF can operate as a standalone HDMI microscope camera using a monitor, mouse, and SD card. It also supports USB2.0 connection with Tucsen Mosaic V3 software for image capture, measurement, and documentation workflows.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:-2px;margin-bottom:1px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e HDMI autofocus microscope camera • PDAF phase detection autofocus • Sony IMX586 CMOS sensor • 3264 × 1836 capture resolution • 1.6 µm pixels • 50 fps HDMI preview • 50 fps USB2.0 preview • standalone operation without a computer • onboard measurement tools • SD card image storage • Mosaic V3 software • standard C-mount interface\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:4px 0 1px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Stereo microscope imaging \u0026amp; live inspection\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Educational microscopy \u0026amp; classroom demonstrations\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Industrial inspection \u0026amp; quality control\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Electronics, PCB inspection \u0026amp; assembly workflows\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Metallographic microscopy\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Polarizing microscopy\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Biological microscopy documentation\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 1px 0;\"\u003e• Fast image capture, measurement \u0026amp; documentation\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:4px 0 1px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutofocus HDMI Microscope Imaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e The TrueChrome PDAF is built around phase detection autofocus technology, allowing the camera to focus quickly and accurately during live microscope use. This is especially useful in teaching labs, production inspection stations, and shared microscope environments where users want faster operation with fewer manual adjustments.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 1px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandalone Operation Without a Computer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The camera connects directly to an HDMI monitor for live microscope viewing, image capture, measurement, and documentation without requiring a dedicated PC workstation. This makes it useful for classroom display, inspection benches, training environments, and simplified digital microscope setups.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 1px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurement \u0026amp; Capture Workflow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tucsen positions the TrueChrome PDAF for quick capture, processing, and measurement. Built-in tools support common measurement shapes and units, making the camera useful for basic inspection, annotation, and documentation directly from the live HDMI workflow. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 1px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensor \u0026amp; Imaging Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The TrueChrome PDAF uses a Sony IMX586 color CMOS sensor with 3264 × 1836 capture resolution, 1.6 µm pixels, and a 5.95 mm sensor diagonal. It supports 50 fps preview through HDMI and 50 fps through USB2.0 for smooth live imaging. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:4px 0 1px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Model: Tucsen TrueChrome PDAF\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Camera Type: Autofocus HDMI microscope camera\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Sensor Type: CMOS\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Sensor Model: Sony IMX586\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Color\/Mono: Color\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Sensor Format: 1\/2.8\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Sensor Diagonal: 5.95 mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Resolution: 3264 × 1836\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Pixel Size: 1.6 µm × 1.6 µm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Effective Area: 4.6 mm × 2.6 mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Frame Rate: 50 fps @ HDMI preview, 50 fps @ USB2.0 preview\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• HDMI Preview: 1920 × 1080\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• HDMI Capture: 3264 × 1836\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Video Recording: 25 fps @ 1920 × 1080\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Shutter Mode: Rolling shutter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Exposure Time: 1 ms - 5 s\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Color Temperature: 1800 - 10000K\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Data Interfaces: HDMI, USB2.0, SD card\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Software: HDMI Cloud, USB Mosaic V3\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Picture Formats: HDMI JPG\/TIF, USB TIFF\/JPG\/PNG\/DICOM\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Multiple Cameras: Supports 4 cameras simultaneously in SDK\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Optical Interface: Standard C-mount\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Power Consumption: 2.4 W\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e• Dimensions: 90.7 mm × 78 mm × 70.8 mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 1px 0;\"\u003e• Weight: 452 g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:4px 0 1px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicroscope Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e The TrueChrome PDAF uses a standard C-mount interface and can be adapted to many stereo microscopes, trinocular biological microscopes, metallurgical microscopes, polarizing microscopes, and inspection microscope systems. Proper adapter magnification depends on the microscope, camera port, and desired field of view.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 1px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose the TrueChrome PDAF?\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose the TrueChrome PDAF when you want a standalone HDMI microscope camera with autofocus, smooth live display, onboard measurement, and simple direct-to-monitor operation. It is especially useful for shared microscope workstations, classroom demonstrations, industrial inspection, stereo microscopy, and users who want faster focusing without relying on a full computer-based imaging setup.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:4px 0 1px 0;\"\u003eRelated Collections: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hdmi-microscope-cameras\"\u003eHDMI Microscope Cameras\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tucsen-truechrome-hdmi-microscope-cameras\"\u003eTucsen TrueChrome HDMI Microscope Cameras\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/microscope-cameras\"\u003eMicroscope Cameras\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eRelated Solutions: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/industrial-microscopy-solutions\"\u003eIndustrial Microscopy Solutions\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/educational-microscopy-solutions\"\u003eEducational Microscopy Solutions\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/clinical-microscopy-solutions\"\u003eClinical Microscopy Solutions\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tucsen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54124204261681,"sku":"EM-TC-PDAF","price":1242.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/0804\/0753\/files\/TrueChrome_AF_1.png?v=1778076243","url":"https:\/\/empireoptics.com\/products\/tucsen-truechrome-pdaf-autofocus-hdmi-microscope-camera","provider":"Empire Optics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}