What is the Evident APX100 APEXVIEW?

The Evident APX100 APEXVIEW is a benchtop all-in-one fluorescence microscope. It combines brightfield, phase contrast, gradient contrast, multichannel fluorescence and time-lapse imaging in a compact unit with built-in software and AI-assisted sample navigation.

Does the APX100 need an external PC?

No. The APX100 is a standalone system with integrated software and data management. It automatically organises images into sample folders and saves acquisition settings with each file.

What UK tier is the Evident APX100?

In the UK the Evident APX100 sits in the Mid-range to Premium tier. Exact configurations, camera options and support packages change the final quotation, so contact Evident Scientific UK or an authorised distributor for current pricing.

How does the APX100 compare to the EVOS M3000?

Both are all-in-one digital fluorescence microscopes. The APX100 adds AI sample navigator, gradient contrast, an eight-position fluorescence turret and optional TruAI deconvolution. The EVOS M3000 is a simpler two-channel system with a strong track record in UK tissue-culture labs.

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Q: How many fluorescence channels does the APX100 support?

The fluorescence turret accepts up to eight filter cubes, covering common fluorophores such as DAPI, GFP/FITC, RFP and far-red dyes. Automated exposure and Z-offset calibration are saved per channel.

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Evident APX100 Verdict

UK tier: Mid-range to Premium

The Evident APX100 APEXVIEW is a benchtop all-in-one fluorescence microscope. It sits in the Mid-range to Premium UK tier and is aimed at research labs that want publication-quality images from slides, dishes and multi-well plates without the complexity of a traditional research microscope.

We rate it as a strong choice for UK labs that need automated multichannel fluorescence, large stitched fields, Z-stacks and occasional live-cell time-lapse in a single compact footprint. The AI sample navigator and gradient contrast are particularly useful for multi-well plate work where manual sample finding and plastic-container artefacts slow throughput.

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Key Specifications

Feature	Evident APX100
Imaging modes	Brightfield, phase contrast, gradient contrast, multichannel fluorescence, time-lapse, Z-stack, stitching
Fluorescence cubes	Up to 8-position turret; common channels include DAPI, GFP/FITC, RFP/mCherry and far-red dyes
Light source	Broadband LED fluorescence illuminator; high-colour-rendering LED transmitted light
Objectives	Six-position revolving nosepiece; compatible with X Line and A Line objectives, including UCPLFLN20XPH for plastic containers
Cameras	Built-in monochrome camera (SU configuration); high-end camera unit with open port for wider FOV cameras (HCU configuration)
Display/control	Integrated software on embedded operating system; no external PC required
Autofocus	High-speed autofocus, up to 12× faster than conventional algorithms according to Evident
Sample navigation	AI sample navigator: automatic macro image and sample location
Gradient contrast	Works with plastic dishes and well plates; can image through plastic lids
Correction	Motorised spherical aberration correction for glass or plastic containers
Data management	Automatic folder creation per sample; acquisition settings saved with image data
AI/deconvolution	TruAI options including TruSight deconvolution for improved signal-to-noise and 3D clarity

Source: Evident Scientific APEXVIEW APX100 product page. Confirm current configurations and UK support terms with an authorised distributor.

What the APX100 Does Well

AI sample navigator: The system automatically acquires a macro image, locates the sample and positions it over the objective, reducing pre-observation time.
All-in-one operation: Embedded software, built-in camera and data management mean no separate PC, capture card or complex software licences.
Multichannel fluorescence: Up to eight filter cubes and automated per-channel exposure/Z-offset calibration make routine multi-stain work straightforward.
Gradient contrast: A proprietary method that works with plastic dishes and well plates and can image through plastic lids, cutting contamination risk.
Stitching and Z-stacks: High-accuracy tile stitching and all-in-focus Z-stack capture with TruSight deconvolution are built into the workflow.
Live-cell time-lapse: Optional incubator and drug-administration units support long-term live-cell imaging and kinetic assays.

Where the APX100 Could Be Better

Premium over simple imagers: Labs that only need occasional GFP checks may find the APX100 more capable than necessary. The EVOS M3000 or Leica Mateo FL may be more cost-effective for pure cell-culture fluorescence checks.
Closed software ecosystem: Images export as JPEG/TIFF and video as MP4, but labs wanting open APIs or third-party camera control may prefer a modular inverted microscope.
Not a high-end confocal: The APX100 is a widefield system with deconvolution. For deep-tissue or super-resolution work a confocal or light-sheet system is more appropriate.

Evident APX100 vs Alternatives

Microscope	UK tier	Best for	Standout feature
Evident APX100	Mid-range to Premium	Multichannel slides, dishes, well plates	AI sample navigator, gradient contrast, 8 fluorescence cubes
EVOS M3000	Entry to Mid-range	Simple standalone GFP/RFP checks	Integrated two-channel LED, monochrome camera, large display
Leica Mateo FL	Mid-range	Cell-culture hood-side fluorescence	Automated phase turret, confluency and cell counting
Zeiss Primovert digital	Entry	Compact starter inverted microscope	Labscope AI confluency analysis

Tiers are qualitative UK planning ranges. Contact the manufacturer or an authorised UK distributor for a current quotation and configuration advice.

Who Should Consider the APX100?

✅ Consider if

You image fixed or live samples on slides, dishes and multi-well plates.
You want multichannel fluorescence, stitching, Z-stacks and time-lapse in one compact unit.
You need fast sample finding and consistent exposure calibration across users.
Your workflow is dominated by common fluorophores such as DAPI, GFP/FITC, RFP and far-red dyes.

❌ Look elsewhere if

You only need occasional two-channel fluorescence and want the lowest-cost standalone option.
You require confocal resolution, deep-tissue imaging or super-resolution.
You want a fully modular microscope ecosystem with interchangeable cameras and third-party software.

Where to Request a UK Demo or Quote

Plankton & Zoom does not sell microscopes. For a live UK quotation, demonstration or installation support, contact Evident Scientific directly or an authorised Evident distributor.

Evident APEXVIEW APX100 — official Evident Scientific product page, specifications and configuration details.
APX100 image gallery — application examples captured on the APX100.

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Evident APX100 FAQ

Does the APX100 need a PC?

No. The APX100 is a standalone system with embedded software, integrated camera and onboard data management. Captured images are automatically organised into folders by sample.

How many fluorescence channels does the APX100 support?

The fluorescence turret accepts up to eight cubes, supporting common channels such as DAPI/Hoechst, GFP/FITC and RFP/mCherry. Automated exposure and Z-offset calibration are stored per channel.

Can the APX100 do live-cell time-lapse?

Yes. Time-lapse acquisition is built in. Optional incubator and drug-administration units extend the system to long-term live-cell assays.

Is the APX100 suitable for multi-well plates?

Yes. Gradient contrast and motorised spherical aberration correction are designed for plastic dishes and multi-well plates, and the system can image through plastic lids to reduce contamination risk.

How does the APX100 compare to the Leica Mateo FL?

The Leica Mateo FL is optimised for hood-side cell-culture checks with built-in confluency and cell counting. The APX100 is a broader research imaging platform with AI navigation, stitching, Z-stacks and more fluorescence channels.

Related UK Microscopy Guides

Fluorescence microscope UK — independent guide to LED fluorescence systems.
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Best inverted microscope UK 2026 — compare EVOS, Zeiss, Leica and Nikon inverted systems.
EVOS M3000 review — a simpler standalone digital fluorescence microscope.
Leica Mateo FL review — a digital fluorescence microscope built for cell culture.