Jumping into the hobby of microscopy is not an easy feat. There are many different models out there but little information. What is out there is technical mumbo jumbo understood only by those carrying a Ph. D. However, the basics are out there — I’ve even covered quite a few on this very blog! The Omax…
Category: Brands
AmScope Compound Microscope – “T490B-3M” 40X-2000X Trinocular Biological Microscope + 3M Camera Review
(aSo I recently I decided to check out AmScope’s more base line compound microscope models. I had a friend that came to me requesting a simple yet professional level compound microscope to break him into the world of microscopy. He wanted to do a variety of health checks personally just to explore and learn more…
AmScope Gemological Microscope – “GM400TZ-10M” 3.5X-90X Advanced Jewel Gem Stereo Zoom Microscope + 10MP Camera Review
Besides GIA gem microscopes (which tend to be quite expensive), not many alternatives are exist available for gemologists or jewelers. The units on the market are either too basic or out of the budget of a new student in the field. AmScope recognized this need with their gemology line, however this unit I have here…
Omax Digital Microscope Review – “CS-MD82ES10” 40X-2000X Digital Lab LED Binocular Compound Microscope + 1.3MP USB Camera & Double Mechanical Stage
Omax is a brand much lesser known than the other “new” brands out there, but even so are fairly decent in terms of optical quality. If you’re looking to get into a budget unit, Omax will perform well for the price. That said I wouldn’t go out of my way unless there’s a specific feature…
AmScope Fixed Stereo Microscope Review – “SE306R-AZ” 20x-40x-80x Stereo Microscope with 2 Halogen Lights Review
So, let’s say you want to look at your coin collection, and possibly list some items up online for trade or sale. The value of your coins comes from the special mint marks or imperfections on the coins themselves–usually naked to the human eye. How does your target audience know that you’re a legitimate seller,…