7X-45X Stereo Binocular Microscope with 14" Pillar Stand & 64-LED Ring Light

I already have a more expensive version of this scope that sits on a longer-reaching mount. But, unfortunately, it is cumbersome and not at all portable.For this price, I was concerned that it would not work as well as my other Amscope. I was wrong; it's precisely the same in optical quality. Sure, this is not a trinocular scope, but for a portable version, I don't need the ability to drop a camera into the third slot.The WF10X/20 eyepieces give you a wide field of view for the price. I had the pleasure of using the best binocular scopes a local institution had, which are half or less as bright or clear as this modern Amscope.The LED light is exceptional. The more expensive scope allows you to turn four 25% zones on and off, but I needed something else here. You get an analog dial for brightness, a helpful feature.This scope has an upgraded light attachment feature, which I hate on my more expensive scope (it will not stay attached easily).In all, I'm delighted with this at this price point. However, beware of all the scopes in this family because many companies will take similar scope models and resell them using different names with no difference but the price and label. Nevertheless, this model is an excellent way to get into a good-quality binocular inspection microscope.

I used to teach biology and am accustomed to using all kinds of scopes. This one seems to be very good. And I find it is much more useful with the 0.5 Barlow lens. You get greater working distance, greater depth of field, and generally a more useful magnifying range with the Barlow. I haven't tried the ring light yet.

This scope is beyond expectations for the price -- well built with crystal clear images.Zoom feature is a must and works well. Be aware the manual is the downside: it is for several models and does not include this one; poor assembly instructions. Initially, could not get eyepieces to seat properly in the tubes on the head. Was about to call tech support when I noticed the tiniest set screws imaginable in thetubes were the problem. YOU WILL NEED A VERY SMALL PHILLIPS JEWELER'S SCREWDRIVER to retract then re-tighten the set screws so the eyepieces seat solidly in the tubes. Other than that, am very impressed with this scope. The LED ring light is excellent. Perfect for hobbies, etc -- bought it to examine ancient Native American relics for authenticity and it's ideal for this or similar interests.

I have no any problems. It works well. I'm using its for the soldering SMD components.

A simple rugged design at an excellent price. I have been using it to study the details of garden pests and have been pleased with the instrument. Optics are comfortable.

I did not expect such quality for that price. The optics are superb. I am a hobbyist and have found it great fun to look at the detail of my tied fishing flies, bugs, rocks, fingernails, all kinds of things that I find so much fun looking at up-close. If I had known how fun it was, I would have done it sooner. I did find that a ring-light was not the lighting that i wanted to look at coins or other things that need oblique lighting, so I called AmScope and they recommended the multiple lighting setup (Variable-intensity LED Illuminator Set with Stage-plate, Ring Light, and two Gooseneck Lamps). I bought it and really like it ($179; a little expensive but works great) and I returned the ring-light to them for credit. Very good service (American) from the seller.

Very good for microsoldering with a 0.7 barlow lens.

Bigger than I thought it would be, but I gifted it to my friend and he is thrilled, he uses it all the time to look at rocks and crystals. He says its perfect.