Microscopes are instruments that produce magnified images of small objects

Optical and light microscopes use the visible or near-visible portion of the electromagnetic spectrum to magnify images of objects

Specialty microscopes are designed for specific applications such as metallurgy or gemology.

Measuring microscopes are used by toolmakers for measuring the properties of tools.

Metallurgical microscopes are used for metallurgical inspection including metals, ceramics, and other materials

Biological microscopes are used to study organisms and their vital processes

Digital and video microscopes are instruments that use digital technology to magnify images of objects.