MaAnt XJ-03 HD Microscope Camera

A camera that lags even slightly makes micro-soldering on a monitor feel off. The MaAnt XJ-03 is a microscope camera with low-latency output for working from a screen.

The listing describes a high-definition CMOS sensor with up to 4K at 60 fps, HDMI or USB output depending on the version, accurate color for checking joints and traces, and a standard C-mount that fits most trinocular microscopes. It measures 70 × 70 × 56 mm and weighs 217 g. Colors are green, grey, white and black.

When the XJ-03 helps

• BGA and CPU joints that failed and need reballing.

• Defects to document during quality checks.

• Neck strain from long eyepiece sessions.

• Recording repair videos for training.

Confirming the version

Because output and maximum resolution depend on the version, check that the one you order has the port you need: HDMI for a monitor, USB for a computer.

Fit it with a CTV adapter that matches the sensor size so the image corners don't darken. For a smaller, lighter camera, the XJ-1 is 120 g.