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Opti-TekScope Digital USB Microscope
Opti-TekScope is a reputable microscope manufacturing company geared to providing quality and durable products.
True high definition macro 200x resolution camera. Allows you to take screenshots while viewing. Strong aluminum build.
It has a delicate camera that you really have to handle with care.
Digital
200x
LED
6 x 3 x 4 inches/ 12 ounces
Advanced CMOS Sensor
Best Value
Plugable Digital 2.0 USB Microscope
Plugable Technologies is among the leading companies manufacturing Bluetooth, USB and other power related devices.
250x magnification strength. A flexible arm stand that you can adjust to any height or angle.
The suction cup that holds the arm stand into place gets dirty with continuous use.
Digital
250x
LED
9 x 6 x 2 inches/ 3.2 ounces
Diffuser, Flexible Arm Stand
Omax Binocular Digital USB Microscope
Omax boasts years of experience in optical industry and thus guarantee you some of the best products, including microscopes.
Built-in 3.0 MP USB Camera. 8 levels of magnification ranging from 40x to 2000x.
It does not come with slides so you will have to buy or prepare yours.
Compound
40x-2000x
LED
2 x 5.9 x 8.9 inches/ 131.2 ounces
Double Layer Mechanical Stage
Celestron Digital USB Microscope PRO
Being among the leading brands in the optic industry, Celestron manufactures and distributes quality products designed to meet your needs.
Good magnification range of 20x to 200x. An adjustable height stand that help bring images into fine focus.
It is fragile and can easily break since its made of plastic.
Digital
20x-200x
LED
5.4 x 6.8 x 8.8 inches/ 32 ounces
5 element IR Glass Lens
Carson MM-480 ZORB USB Microscope
Carson is a tech company that utilizes differentiation strategy to create unique and quality optical products.
An internal LED lighting system for brighter and clear images. Compact design. 1600 x 1200p resolution.
The 65x magnification might not be powerful enough to get more details on specimens
Digital
65x
LED
9 x 7 x 5 inches/ 4.2 ounces
Integrated Camera, Internal LED