Capillaroscopes compatible with Capillary.io

Digital capillaroscope for nailfold videocapillaroscopy

Choose the capillaroscope you need with expert guidance based on image quality, clinical workflow and compatibility with capillaroscopy software.

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Buy with context

Start with a complete workflow to capture, analyze, and document your capillaroscopies.

The real difference is capturing assessable images, preserving scale and context, analyzing them in an organized system and producing useful reports. That is why these devices are selected for use with Capillary.io.

Recommended models

Three capillaroscopes for three purchasing scenarios.

Inspectis is the main high-end option and is quoted on request through us as an official distributor. Smart G-Scope and Dino-Lite are more affordable alternatives that you can purchase in our online store.

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Available online Smart G-Scope with nailfold capillaroscopy head

Smart G-Scope

An affordable Full HD capillaroscope with fast autofocus and a dedicated nailfold capillaroscopy head.

Magnification
250x for capillaroscopy
Resolution
Full HD 1920 x 1080
Acquisition
Online store
  • Liquid lens with fast autofocus
  • Remote control included for capture without moving the device
  • Works with Windows, Mac, Linux and Android
  • A strong entry point for clinics starting with videocapillaroscopy
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Available online Dino-Lite CapillaryScope 200 Pro for capillaroscopy

Dino-Lite CapillaryScope 200 Pro

A compact model designed for nailfold microcirculation, with 50x for panoramic views and 200x for standard images.

Magnification
~50x and ~200x
Resolution
1.3 MP 1280 x 1024
Acquisition
Online store
  • Integrated linear polarizer to reduce reflections
  • Automatic magnification reading in Pro models with AMR
  • USB 2.0, Windows and macOS
  • Class I medical device under MDR (EU) 2017/745
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Practical comparison

Which capillaroscope fits your clinic.

This table summarizes the most important details before purchase: intended use, useful magnification, resolution, included software, Capillary.io compatibility and purchase path.

CriterionInspectisSmart G-ScopeDino-Lite 200 Pro
Recommended useSpecialist clinic, high resolution, researchGeneral clinic, fast adoption, tighter budgetClinic preferring the Dino-Lite ecosystem
Useful magnificationCommonly 200x; optional 100x and 300x250x for nailfold imaging~50x panoramic and ~200x standard
Resolution5 MPFull HD 1920 x 10801.3 MP
ConnectionUSB 3.0USB 2.0USB 2.0
Operating systemWindowsWindows, Mac, Linux and AndroidWindows and macOS
Device softwareInspectis software designed for capillaroscopyGeneric microscopy softwareGeneric DinoCapture/DinoXcope microscopy software
Capillary.ioOptional, purchased separately; native integration and automatic calibrationOptional, purchased separately; native integration and automatic calibrationOptional, purchased separately; native integration and automatic calibration
AcquisitionForm and quoteOnline storeOnline store
Technical criteria

The magnification number alone should not drive the purchase.

Nailfold capillaroscopy needs a balanced combination of field of view, sharpness, reflection control, calibration, ergonomics and software. Without traceability, a good-looking image can still be hard to compare over time.

Useful field of view

High nominal magnification is not enough. The device should show enough nailfold length with a reliable scale for comparison.

Sharpness and reflection control

The image should allow branches, apex, density and microhemorrhages to be distinguished without glare hiding the distal row.

Automatic calibration and measurement

Capillary.io automatically calibrates Inspectis, Smart G-Scope and Dino-Lite so measurements keep physical scale without manual steps.

Storage and traceability

Software matters as much as optics: hand, finger, sector, date, image quality and later retrieval should stay organized.

Capillary.io, optional software

Capillary.io integrates natively with all capillaroscopy devices.

If you purchase Capillary.io, CapillaryScope can capture images with automatic calibration and send them to the web platform for analysis, collaboration and reporting.

Without Capillary.io, each device can still be used with its own software: Inspectis includes capillaroscopy-specific software, while Smart G-Scope and Dino-Lite use generic microscopy applications. All three can be used with Capillary.io CapillaryScope.

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Guided capture with CapillaryScope

Labels each image with hand, finger and sector, preserves metadata and helps upload images to Capillary.io.

Automatic calibration

Automatically calibrates Inspectis, Smart G-Scope and Dino-Lite so you can work with physical scale from the start.

Patient and project organization

Groups studies, fingers, sectors and visits so images are not left as loose files.

Quality assessment

Automatically evaluates image quality and flags common problems that may affect interpretation.

Automatic capillary analysis

Detects, measures and classifies capillaries for professional review and editing.

Hemorrhage analysis

Detects hemorrhages and incorporates them into the quantitative capillaroscopy summary.

Pattern suggestion

Suggests a capillaroscopic pattern from quantitative findings using our CAPI-Detect algorithm.

Downloadable reports

Generates standardized reports and supports download or printing for clinical documentation.

Bulk image upload

Uploads many images at once and processes them in an organized workflow.

DICOM ZIP export

Exports capillaroscopies or complete series as DICOM ZIP for clinical archiving or interoperability.

Online collaboration

Shares projects with other professionals and supports multi-center case review.

Permissions and traceability

Controls collaborator permissions and tracks changes, activity and notifications.

Learning

Learn capillaroscopy in depth at Capillaroscopy.com.

If you want to understand the technique rather than only buy the equipment, Capillaroscopy.com includes capillaroscopy fundamentals, interactive pattern examples, clinical cases, an image library and educational resources.

Capillaroscopy.com

Fundamentals

Review microcirculation, technique, patterns and interpretation criteria step by step.

Open fundamentals

Interactive patterns

Explore full normal, non-specific and systemic sclerosis studies with an interactive viewer.

Open patterns

Clinical cases

Connect capillaroscopy images with clinical context, interpretation and discussion.

Open cases

Image library

Browse examples of findings, artifacts, patterns and abnormalities for visual comparison.

Open library
Assisted purchase

A different recommendation for each workflow.

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Tell us your context

Private clinic, hospital, rheumatology unit, training, research or multicenter project.

2

We review the right device

We guide you between Inspectis, Smart G-Scope and Dino-Lite according to quality, budget and traceability needs.

3

You start with compatible software

The goal is not just to capture images: it is to measure, review, compare and document them.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions before buying a capillaroscope.

If you need a specific answer for a center or protocol, send the form and we will reply with a tailored recommendation.

Are capillaroscope and video capillaroscope the same thing?

In commercial use, the terms are often used interchangeably. A video capillaroscope is a digital capillaroscope that displays and captures the image on a computer or compatible device.

What is the best capillaroscope to start with?

If you want an affordable and direct setup, Smart G-Scope is usually the simplest option. If you prefer Dino-Lite or need 50x panoramic images in addition to 200x, Dino-Lite CapillaryScope 200 Pro is a good alternative.

When does Inspectis make sense?

Inspectis makes sense if you are looking for a high-end solution, 5 MP resolution, advanced optics and a system better suited to specialist clinics, advanced training or research.

Do all three models work with Capillary.io?

Yes. All three models integrate natively with Capillary.io and CapillaryScope, including automatic calibration for Inspectis, Smart G-Scope and Dino-Lite.

Is Capillary.io included with the capillaroscope?

No. Capillary.io is optional software and is purchased separately. Without Capillary.io, Inspectis includes capillaroscopy-specific software; Smart G-Scope and Dino-Lite can be used with generic microscopy software.

Can I buy from this page?

Smart G-Scope and Dino-Lite link to their product pages at store.capillary.io. Inspectis is handled through the form because it requires a custom quote.

Can any USB microscope be used for capillaroscopy?

Some USB microscopes may be useful for learning or initial screening, but field of view, focus, illumination, calibration and image quality should be validated before structured follow-up use.

Contact

Request an Inspectis quote or a purchase recommendation.

Tell us what you need and we will reply with the most reasonable option. For Smart G-Scope and Dino-Lite, you can also open the product page in the online store.