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Uploaded: 12/02/18 4:16 PM GMT
Early Christmas present.
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After a trip to Goodwill to look for a 35mm slide projector we spotted a decent microscope for $7. It was a low end model, but it was enough to re-spark my interest in microscopy. I looked around online for a more advanced model and was surprised how affordable a professional high-end model was; I received it a few days ago. There is a USB camera that attaches to one of the eyepieces and this is how I captured this image. These are my red blood cells. This isn't even the highest magnification, it can go up to 2500X! I have taken some shots of micro-organisms as well, and learned to take better quality captures. This shot is comparable to the first images of a space probe that landed on Mars for example, just enough to know it works. I hope to share some more great shots as time goes on.

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::jerseygurl
12/02/18 6:52 PM GMT
You've really shared a part of yourself with us Alex - thanks for the early Christmas present - enjoyed your narrative as well - Nicely Done!!!!!!!
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::corngrowth
12/03/18 11:35 AM GMT
Hope you weren't seriously injured by taking your blood sample, Alex.
Think that your title was meant only for you, as I prefer another X-mas present, my friend, ☺ ! Very interesting capture however.
Wish you success in exploring the microscopic world.
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::0930_23
12/03/18 3:29 PM GMT
Very interesting Alex.
Looks like you have found a new hobby to combine with your current one.
Best of luck.

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People are like cameras--sometimes they lose focus.
.Lightpainter
12/03/18 3:30 PM GMT
It's interesting that you mention a comparison with a space probe. This blood looks green. You sure you are not an Alien? :)
Actually it is nice to see someone experiment outside the standard photographic world.
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.galaxygirl1
12/03/18 8:38 PM GMT
Lol good one Alex! Your blood is blue unique indeed.
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