Empowering Education with Connected Microscopy

ZEISS offers a comprehensive portfolio of microscopes designed specifically for teaching and training across all levels of education—from K–12 classrooms and community colleges to universities and technical training programs. These systems are built to be durable, intuitive, and capable of delivering exceptional optical performance, making them ideal for both foundational learning and advanced instruction.

1. ZEISS Primostar 3
Type: Upright compound microscope
Best For: High school, college, university
Key Features:

• Pre-configured or customizable models for flexible lab setups
• Long-lifetime LED illumination and ergonomic design
• Integrated digital camera options for live sharing and documentation
• Wi-Fi enabled for use in digital and remote classrooms

2. ZEISS Stemi 305
Type: Stereo (dissecting microscope)
Best For: Middle school through university
Key Features:

• 5:1 zoom ratio for clear, 3D visualization of samples
• Integrated LED for both reflected and transmitted light
• Available with built-in camera (Stemi 305 cam)
• Ideal for teaching biology, botany, materials science, and dissection

3. ZEISS Axiolab 5
Type: Upright compound microscope
Best For: College, university, technical training
Key Features:

• Engineered for routine lab instruction and digital documentation
• Smart microscopy features for PC-free image capture
• Ergonomic design with LED illumination for extended use
• Excellent for teaching histology, pathology, and biomedical lab skills

4. ZEISS Axioscope 5
Type: Advanced upright microscope
Best For: University and graduate-level teaching, research labs
Key Features:

• Modular system supporting brightfield, fluorescence, and phase contrast
• Combines educational needs with research-level performance
• Smart camera integration for streamlined digital workflows

5. ZEISS Digital Classroom Solutions
Type: Networked microscope + software systems
Best For: All education levels—from K–12 to higher education
Key Features:

• Connect and control all microscopes in a teaching lab
• Stream, monitor, and annotate live views in real time
• Seamless integration with ZEISS Labscope and other software platforms for collaborative, interactive learning 

With ZEISS Labscope and network-ready microscopes, educators can connect multiple instruments, stream live images, monitor student progress, and share content through platforms like Zoom or Microsoft Teams. This enables interactive, hybrid, or fully remote learning with ease.

Labscope is an intuitive app that turns connected ZEISS microscopes into a digital classroom system. Teachers can view, capture, and share images in real time, manage multiple microscopes from a tablet, and foster active participation through collaborative analysis and annotation.

Yes. ZEISS digital solutions are designed for flexibility and compatibility. Labscope enables seamless image sharing, video recording, and content export that can be integrated into platforms like Microsoft Teams, Google Classroom, and most LMS systems.

It depends on your subject matter, level of instruction, and teaching format. For general biology and chemistry, compound microscopes like Primostar 3 or Axiolab 5 are excellent. For hands-on exploration of materials, insects, or plants, Stemi 305 is ideal. For advanced imaging and clinical training, Axioscope 5 offers powerful flexibility. Our team can happily help you find the best fit.