Nikon
W1
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How it works
The CSU-W1 uses a new pinhole design that reduces pinhole crosstalk, which is particularly important with thicker specimens. The CSU-W1 can be configured with one or two pinhole sizes, with 50um, 25um, or both disks available to cover a wider range of objective magnifications. The CSU-W1 can be configured with two cameras for simultaneous two channel emission or for use with different camera types. The CSU-W1 can also be configured with a motorized relay lens for magnification switching without changing the microscope objective lens.[3]
What do the numbers mean?
Optics & imaging3
- Supported imaging options
- NIR support, photostimulation, super-resolution imaging, and illumination uniformity options[2]
Configuration & options9
- Field of view
- Enlarged spinning disk expands the field of view by up to four times compared with conventional models[2]
Vintage & configurations
Documented models & variants
| Designation | Generation | Vintage | Changes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSU-W1 SoRa | — | — | Adds a super-resolution disk and supports optical pixel reassignment; the source states 2x resolution improvement vs. widefield and approximately 1.4x improvement beyond the optical limit, with deconvolution to 2x. | microscope.healthcare.nikon.com[4] |
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Field notes
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Frequently asked questions
What are the main configuration options for the CSU-W1?
The CSU-W1 can be configured with one or two pinhole sizes, using 50um, 25um, or both disks. The CSU-W1 can also be configured with two cameras and with a motorized relay lens for magnification switching.[3]
What imaging benefit does the CSU-W1 claim over the CSU-X1?
The CSU-W1 has a field of view that is nearly 4 times that of the CSU-X1.[3]
How does the CSU-W1 address thicker specimens?
The CSU-W1 uses a new pinhole design that significantly reduces pinhole crosstalk, which is particularly important with thicker specimens.[3]
Not publicly documented
The following facts about the W1 are absent from this record as of this revision. First-hand knowledge or a citation closes a gap; every submission is reviewed before publication.
No publicly documented production dates or lifecycle milestones (introduction, end of production, EOL) for the W1 are on record.
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The control-system platform and OS era of the W1 are not on record.
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No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the W1 are on record.
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The process node or technology generation of the W1 is not on record.
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No publicly documented compatible parts, consumables, or accessories for the W1 are on record.
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Sources & citations
Sources (4)Every fact above is drawn from these public sources
- [1]sums.gatech.edu — sums.gatech.edusums.gatech.edu
- [2]yokogawa.comyokogawa.com
- [3]microscope.healthcare.nikon.com — microscope.healthcare.nikon.commicroscope.healthcare.nikon.com
- [4]microscope.healthcare.nikon.com — microscope.healthcare.nikon.commicroscope.healthcare.nikon.com
Last updated Oct 19, 2026.