I was wanting to know what would be a good microscope/camera that is affordable? Has anyone used this one that walmart sells? http://www.walmart.com/ip/iOptron-ST-640-LCD-Digital-Microscope/14119032?findingMethod=rr Thanks, Preston
Same thing is at Amazon, if you buy it here you're supporting CT. The reviews are generally positive but I get the impression that not many people are using it yet. I did some sleuthing around Amazon and couldn't find anything similar to it, with the 2.5 inch lcd screen, except ones that are significantly more expensive.
Did you read this review? Underwhelmed., April 14, 2011 By David C. Franklin Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: iOptron ST-640 Digital Microscope with LCD Screen (Electronics) When I first attached the screen it didn't work at all. Now it works some of the time. The biggest complaint I have is the low amount of blue-ish light that the LEDs produce. The light underneath (for transparencies) is mediocre at best, and the light above (for non-transparent objects) is a complete joke. The screen is a tad on the small size, and In order to attain the higher levels of magnification, you must use the (included) conventional eyepiece instead of the screen. Unfortunately, the camera is built into the screen, so this means no camera for taking photos at the higher magnifications. Other than that, it does function as a microscope. Depending on your needs this may work for you, but expect to get what you pay for.
