Description
What’s Included
- Topcon TRC-NW8 non-mydriatic retinal camera (refurbished by DEC)
- Windows 10 computer with Topcon IMAGEnet 5 capture software pre-installed
- Power cable
- 6-month Digital Eye Center warranty
Condition & Warranty
Refurbished. Tested and calibrated before shipment — fundus capture verified across all 9 fixation positions, optics cleaned, IMAGEnet image transfer verified end-to-end on the included Windows 10 PC. Covered by a 6-month warranty on parts and workmanship. Contact us before purchase if you need a longer warranty option.
Topcon TRC-NW8 — Refurbished 16.2 MP Non-Mydriatic Retinal Camera
The Topcon TRC-NW8 is the 16.2-megapixel non-mydriatic fundus camera that built Topcon’s reputation for high-resolution retinal imaging in the optometry and primary-eye-care market. This refurbished topcon trc-nw8 ships with a Windows 10 capture PC and Topcon IMAGEnet 5 software, ready to run on day one.
The TRC-NW8 acquires 45° color fundus images through pupils as small as ø3.3 mm in small-pupil mode (ø4.0 mm at full angle), with auto-focus, auto-shoot, and an auto small-pupil detector that switches modes without operator input. A true optical red-free filter and high-resolution 16.2 MP back deliver clinical-grade documentation for screening, disc evaluation, and follow-up imaging.
According to a National Library of Medicine-indexed multicenter study (Int J Gen Med, 2023), non-mydriatic fundus cameras deliver high diagnostic sensitivity for referral-warranted diabetic retinopathy in primary-care settings — the workflow the TRC-NW8 was built around.
Why Practices Choose the TRC-NW8
16.2 MP camera back — high-resolution imaging captures fine vascular and disc detail, suitable for archival documentation and tele-retinal referral.- True optical red-free filter — hardware red-free imaging (not a software channel split) for vessel and nerve-fiber-layer review without dilation.
- Small-pupil mode (ø3.3 mm) — undilated capture in older patients and small-pupil clinical populations, with the small-pupil diaphragm engaging automatically when needed.
- 9 internal fixation targets — 3 traditional positions (nasal, central, temporal) plus 6 peripheral targets for wide-angle composite imaging.
- Auto-focus / auto-shoot / auto small-pupil detector — single-touch capture for both eyes with consistent focus and exposure across operators.
- Stereo photography mode — stereo switch acquires two consecutive images with controlled lateral shift, supporting disc evaluation in glaucoma workflows.
- ±13 D diopter compensation — covers most patient prescriptions without compensation lenses; -33 D / +40 D ranges available with concave/convex compensation accessories.
- Bundle includes Windows 10 + IMAGEnet — DEC pairs the unit with a refurbished Windows 10 PC pre-loaded with Topcon IMAGEnet 5 capture software so the system is plug-and-play out of the crate.
Clinical Applications
- Diabetic retinopathy screening — fast undilated 45° capture for chronic-disease primary-care, optometry, and tele-retinal programs.
- Glaucoma disc documentation — stereo-pair acquisition and 16.2 MP resolution support cup/disc ratio evaluation and progression tracking.
- Macular degeneration follow-up — true-color fundus images document drusen, geographic atrophy, and pigmentary changes over time.
- Hypertensive and vascular review — vessel caliber, AV nicking, and cotton-wool spots are clearly visible in red-free mode.
- Retinal-nerve-fiber-layer (RNFL) review — true optical red-free filter highlights RNFL defects without dilation.
- Pediatric and small-pupil patients — small-pupil detector and 4.0 mm minimum pupil size make image capture practical without dilation drops.
Who This Is For
- Optometry and primary-care ophthalmology practices that need 16.2 MP high-resolution fundus imaging without the price of a wide-field premium camera.
- Tele-retinal and diabetic-screening programs that need DICOM-friendly capture and high-throughput single-touch operation.
- Multi-doctor groups upgrading from older NW6/NW7 cameras while keeping the familiar Topcon ergonomics and IMAGEnet workflow.
- Practices that want a documented, refurbished bundle (camera + Windows 10 + IMAGEnet) on a single PO.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
| Type | Non-mydriatic auto fundus camera |
| Sensor | 16.2-megapixel camera back |
| Angle of coverage | 45° |
| Working distance | 40.7 mm |
| Pupil diameter (45°) | ø4.0 mm or larger |
| Pupil diameter (small pupil mode) | ø3.3 mm or larger |
| Diopter compensation | −13 D to +12 D (no lens) / −33 D / +40 D with comp lenses |
| Internal fixation targets | 9 (3 traditional + peripheral); internal/external selectable |
| Capture mode | Auto-focus, auto-shoot, auto small-pupil detector |
| Filters | True optical red-free filter (hardware) |
| Stereo photography | Yes — stereo switch for controlled-shift pairs |
| Image types | Color and monochrome (red-free) |
| Included computer | Windows 10 PC with Topcon IMAGEnet 5 pre-installed |
| Condition | Refurbished — tested and calibrated by DEC |
| Warranty | 6-month DEC warranty on parts and workmanship |
Compare Refurbished Fundus Camera Options
Where the TRC-NW8 fits in DEC’s refurbished fundus-camera lineup:
| Model | Sensor | FOV | Small Pupil | FA / ICG | Price | Notes |
| Topcon TRC-NW8 | 16.2 MP | 45° | ø3.3 mm | No | $9,025 | High-resolution non-myd — this listing |
| Topcon TRC-NW400 | Auto-shoot | 45° / 30° | ø3.3 mm | No | $11,875 | Newer fully-automated successor |
| Zeiss Visucam PRO NM | 3.4 MP | 45° / 30° | ø3.3 mm | No | $8,075 | Premium imaging chain, similar tier |
| Zeiss Visucam PRO NM/FA | 3.4 MP | 45° | ø3.3 mm | FA | $15,200 | Step up — adds fluorescein angiography |
Looking for a fully-automated successor instead of the manual TRC-NW8? Consider the Topcon TRC-NW400. Need fluorescein angiography? The Zeiss Visucam PRO NM/FA adds FA imaging.
Questions about the Topcon TRC-NW8? Contact us for current availability, shipping details, or training options.
