Description
Optos California Ultra-Widefield Fundus Camera for Advanced Retinal Imaging
The Optos California Ultra-Widefield Fundus Camera is an advanced multimodal retinal imaging platform designed for hospitals, retina centres and specialist ophthalmology practices that require comprehensive retinal visualisation and multiple diagnostic imaging modalities within a single system.
Built around Optos’ ultra-widefield imaging technology, the Optos California can capture approximately 82% of the retina, equivalent to a 200° field of view, in a single image. This broad retinal coverage allows clinicians to examine areas extending well beyond the posterior pole and supports documentation of peripheral retinal findings that may not be adequately represented in conventional fundus photography.
As an advanced Optos fundus camera, California combines ultra-widefield retinal imaging with multiple modalities including Colour RG, Colour RGB, Red-Free, Choroidal imaging, Green Autofluorescence, Blue Autofluorescence, Fluorescein Angiography (FA), and Indocyanine Green Angiography (ICGA). This multimodal approach makes the system particularly relevant to retina-focused clinical environments where different imaging techniques may be required for assessment, documentation and follow-up.
Ultra-Widefield Retinal Imaging with 200° Coverage
The key capability of the Optos California is its ability to provide ultra widefield retinal imaging in a single capture. With approximately 200° of retinal field coverage, clinicians can visualise a substantially larger portion of the retina than with conventional fundus cameras.
This widefield capability can support examination and documentation of both central and peripheral retinal findings, making it particularly valuable for specialist retinal practices, diabetic retinopathy services and other tertiary ophthalmic environments.
Multimodal Imaging for Comprehensive Retinal Assessment
California extends beyond conventional colour fundus photography by combining several retinal imaging modalities within one platform.
The available imaging modes include:
- Colour RG
- Colour RGB
- Red-Free imaging
- Choroidal imaging
- Green Autofluorescence
- Blue Autofluorescence
- Fluorescein Angiography (FA)
- Indocyanine Green Angiography (ICGA)
This combination allows clinicians to select appropriate imaging views according to the examination and clinical workflow. The inclusion of FA and ICGA further positions the California as a multimodal retinal imaging platform for specialist ophthalmic environments.
High-Resolution cSLO-Based Imaging
The system uses confocal Scanning Laser Ophthalmoscopy (cSLO) technology to acquire detailed retinal images across its wide imaging field. The supplied specifications list resolutions of 14 μm with optomap Plus and 20 μm with optomap.
The platform is also designed to acquire images through small pupils and through most cataracts, helping maintain the practicality of retinal imaging across a broad range of patients.
Non-Contact and Non-Mydriatic Imaging
The Optos California uses a non-contact imaging approach and is designed for non-mydriatic retinal imaging. This can help simplify examination workflows by reducing reliance on pharmacological pupil dilation in appropriate patients.
For busy retinal centres and high-volume ophthalmology departments, this can contribute to a more streamlined patient imaging process while maintaining broad retinal coverage.
OptosAdvance™ for Digital Retinal Workflow
California integrates with OptosAdvance™, providing a digital environment for retinal image management and review.
The supplied information includes features such as:
- Image comparison
- Measurement tools
- DICOM compatibility
- Auto-montage up to 220°
- Referral management
- Electronic patient records
These capabilities can support longitudinal image comparison, digital documentation and integration with broader ophthalmic information workflows.
Clinical Applications
The Optos California can be incorporated into specialist retinal and ophthalmic workflows involving:
- Diabetic retinopathy screening and monitoring
- Retinal vascular disease assessment
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Glaucoma-related retinal imaging
- Uveitis and inflammatory eye disease
- Choroidal pathology
- Peripheral retinal pathology
- Ocular oncology
- Retina specialist examinations
- Clinical research
- Tertiary eye-care imaging
The system is particularly suited to facilities where widefield retinal imaging and multimodal retinal assessment are important components of the clinical workflow.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Imaging Field | 200° Ultra-Widefield |
| Retinal Coverage | Approximately 82% |
| Imaging Speed | Less than 0.5 seconds |
| Imaging Modes | Colour RG, Colour RGB, Red-Free, Choroidal, Green AF, Blue AF, FA, ICGA |
| Resolution | 14 μm (optomap Plus), 20 μm (optomap) |
| Laser Wavelengths | 635 nm, 532 nm, 488 nm, 802 nm |
| Communication | DICOM Compatible |
| Imaging Type | Non-Contact, Non-Mydriatic |
| Software Platform | OptosAdvance™ |
| Auto-Montage | Up to 220° |
Why Choose the Optos California from Mediscience?
For retina specialists and tertiary eye-care institutions, the Optos California Ultra-Widefield Fundus Camera brings together broad retinal coverage and multimodal imaging capabilities in one platform.
Its combination of 200° ultra-widefield imaging, cSLO technology, autofluorescence, colour imaging, FA and ICGA makes it suitable for ophthalmic facilities that require more than conventional fundus photography.
Mediscience supplies the Optos California for hospitals, retina centres, medical colleges and specialist ophthalmology practices across India. Contact Mediscience for B2B pricing, product availability, installation requirements, application training and after-sales support.
Frequently Asked Questions
A 200° field of view allows approximately 82% of the retina to be visualised in a single capture, providing substantially broader retinal coverage than conventional fundus photography.
Yes. Its ultra-widefield retinal imaging capability is designed to extend retinal visualisation toward the periphery, supporting documentation and assessment of peripheral retinal findings.
The supplied specifications include Colour RG, Colour RGB, Red-Free, Choroidal imaging, Green Autofluorescence, Blue Autofluorescence, Fluorescein Angiography (FA) and Indocyanine Green Angiography (ICGA).
A conventional fundus camera generally provides a narrower retinal field, while California combines ultra-widefield retinal imaging with multiple imaging modalities, including autofluorescence, FA and ICGA.
