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

Raman spectrometers are used to measure the wavelength and intensity of inelastically scattered light from molecules.

Microscopes are instruments that produce magnified images of small objects

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

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

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

Biological microscopes are used to study organisms and their vital processes.