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Review on πŸ”¬ Opti-Tekscope Digital USB Microscope Camera: True High Definition Macro 200x Zoom Imaging (1600x1200) with 8 LED - Video & Advanced CMOS Sensor - Compatible with Windows, MAC, Linux OS by Sam Anez

Revainrating 4 out of 5

That's a good magnifying glass.

Update June 14: See attached photo. When fiddling with the focus, I accidentally twisted it past the limit. A thin blob of glue holds the scope together. The outer tube and upper focus assembly fell apart in my hands. Then I carefully pulled out the circuit board. 2 thin black wires connect to and power the ring of 8 LEDs on the front panel. The entire board moves in and out when focusing. This will move the CMOS sensor closer or farther from the lens (the little black thing next to the tube). Disassembly will void the warranty, or at least they mention that disassembly is not covered by the warranty. Also, it's quite difficult to put back together. Also, airborne dust particles can settle on the lens or CMOS when exposed. It is positive to note that you can focus further "out" than the factory setting allows, i.e. more magnification is possible. Playing with it I managed to get a higher magnification but the image wasn't as sharp as it could be. YMMV.Original Review: This is a good microscope. Received a week ago. I'm glad to have it. Appropriate lighting for a given situation can make a huge difference, but I'm yet to figure it out. The gooseneck LED with dimmer is my first addition and I prefer it. The bracket has a slight play from side to side. Some play is inevitable when using this raise and lower method. This is noticeable when focusing, because. The focus ring is located on the scope body. The subject remains in view, but at high magnification any movement distracts attention. Perhaps a tiny motor can be plugged in there, and the focus can be adjusted with the knobs on the cord, as is the case with the dimmer and remote photo button. . I'll take some high zoom pics and upload them asap.

Pros
  • Microscopes
Cons
  • Expandable

Comments (3)

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March 31, 2023
May very well be the "BEST" USB microscope
March 28, 2023
Great Microsope
November 17, 2022
This unit is sturdy, and is perfect for my purposes - grading ...