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I was VERY skeptical about this little device, but I needed something to help me rework some old Macintosh logic boards and decided to give it a try. I was very impressed with the quality, ease of use and overall utility of the camera.
I downloaded the viewer app from the manufacturer's web site and plugged it into my Windows PC and that was it. The camera provided crisp, bright images of the tiny surface mount components I needed to work on. The light and focus work very well at it's all powered from the USB cable so no additional power supplies or wires. The cable supports regular USB-A with a USB-C adapter so it will work with everything.
The zoom from 50-250x is a bit of a misnomer. There is no zoom control; rather it works like a regular microscope where you move the object closer or further away to get the desired picture. The focus control then allows you to see the picture clearly at whatever distance you have decided to view from.
It comes with a sturdy stand and mount that work well. Overall, a really nice product and a very good value.
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This Item  Plugable Digital Microscope with Flexible Arm Observation Stand Compatible with USB and USB-C Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, iPad (USB C), Android, Linux Systems (2MP, 250x Magnification) |  |  |  |  |  | |
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| Sold By | Plugable Technologies | Sameyee | PENGERKEJI | Andonstar Technology Co., Ltd | Nuobeili | Ninyoon |
| max magnification | — | 1000 multiplier x | 1600 multiplier x | — | — | 1000 multiplier x |
| light source type | LED | LED | LED | LED | LED | — |
| power source | Corded Electric | Handheld | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Battery Powered | Corded Electric |
| real angle of view | 45 degrees | 45 degrees | — | 178 degrees | — | — |
| objective lens | Achromatic | Achromatic | — | Achromatic | — | — |
| material | Plastic | — | — | 7'' LCD display, 13" Pro metal stand, HDMI output, Windows pc output | Plastic | — |
| voltage | 5 volts | 5 volts | 5 volts | 240 volts | 5 volts | — |
Product Description
Explore the World at the Microscopic Level With Plugable’s Digital USB Microscope!
Makes a great STEM gift! Great for kids, hobbyists, and anyone with a passion to look closer at the world around them. The Plugable 250x USB 2.0 Digital Microscope (USB2-MICRO-250X) allows you to work quickly and effectively at the microscopic level. Common uses include classroom exploration and homework, stamp or coin analysis, micro-soldering, plant examination, bug collecting and more.
This adaptable tool can be used with the included stand for lower magnifications, handheld for quick point-and-click inspection, or placed directly on subjects for the highest magnifications. The rugged plastic body makes it ideal for children, classrooms, and home use, while also providing durability for outdoor exploration. Its lightweight design ensures easy portability, making scientific discovery possible anywhere.
Toss the microscope in your bag, and use with a compatible portable device on your next hiking trip, or family vacation for an on the go examination station. Whether you're exploring the intricate patterns of a leaf, soft fluffy moss, shiny rocks, or the tough bark of a tree, this portable microscope transforms your normal outdoor time into a journey of discovery, making science fun and accessible for the whole family.
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Built-In LightingIncludes built-in LED's with adjustable brightness and a built-in diffuser to combat glare and properly view your objects. This is especially useful when viewing reflective objects like coins. Instead of harsh glare, the diffuser gives even light distribution across the object being viewed |
Image CaptureCapture still images, time-lapse photos, and video with incredible microscopic detail. Captured content is stored on the host device which allows for easy access and sharing of high-resolution visuals. Use the included user-friendly software, or camera software of your choosing to allow microscopic exploration for users of any skill level |
Versatile StandEasily analyze the surface of at any angle by positioning the flexible gooseneck precisely where you want it. Attach the microscope with the suction cup to the included observation stage All fittings have 1/4"-20 TPI threads, which almost all camera mounts and selfie sticks use, and custom riggings can be used |
Compatibility
Compatible:
Windows
USB Video Class (UVC) support is built in to all versions of Windows from XP and above (11, 10, 8.x, 7, Vista, XP). USB microscope camera software is available on our website that allows finer control microscope, and other video capture software can be used
macOS
Mac computers with OS versions 10.5.x and above have built-in support for USB Video Class (UVC) devices. USB microscope camera software is available on our website that allows finer control microscope, and other video capture software can be used
Chrome
Works on all Chrome OS devices with the built-in Camera application
iPadOS
USB C Equipped iPads running iPadOS 17.x are compatible. Third Party Application Required
Android
Compatible with well known USB C equipped Android devices. Third Party Application Required. Check with Android manufacturer for official information on support for external cameras
Linux
Linux distributions with kernels 2.6.26 and above have built-in support for USB Video Class (UVC) devices. Works on Raspberry Pi OS. We recommend using Cheese, or GTK+ UVC Viewer
Not Compatible:
iPhones are not compatible with external cameras and cannot use our USB Microscopes
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60x to 250x MagnificationStart by viewing objects at 60x magnification Continue viewing up to 250x magnification for closer inspection. At this level, cells and particles not visible to the human eye can be seen. |
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Fantastic little camera. Don't be put off by the price...
I was VERY skeptical about this little device, but I needed something to help me rework some old Macintosh logic boards and decided to give it a try. I was very impressed with the quality, ease of use and overall utility of the camera.I downloaded the viewer app from the manufacturer's web site and plugged it into my Windows PC and that was it. The camera provided crisp, bright images of the tiny surface mount components I needed to work on. The light and focus work very well at it's all powered from the USB cable so no additional power supplies or wires. The cable supports regular USB-A with a USB-C adapter so it will work with everything.The zoom from 50-250x is a bit of a misnomer. There is no zoom control; rather it works like a regular microscope where you move the object closer or further away to get the desired picture. The focus control then allows you to see the picture clearly at whatever distance you have decided to view from.It comes with a sturdy stand and mount that work well. Overall, a really nice product and a very good value.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2024
I downloaded the viewer app from the manufacturer's web site and plugged it into my Windows PC and that was it. The camera provided crisp, bright images of the tiny surface mount components I needed to work on. The light and focus work very well at it's all powered from the USB cable so no additional power supplies or wires. The cable supports regular USB-A with a USB-C adapter so it will work with everything.
The zoom from 50-250x is a bit of a misnomer. There is no zoom control; rather it works like a regular microscope where you move the object closer or further away to get the desired picture. The focus control then allows you to see the picture clearly at whatever distance you have decided to view from.
It comes with a sturdy stand and mount that work well. Overall, a really nice product and a very good value.
Fantastic little camera. Don't be put off by the price...
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2024
I was VERY skeptical about this little device, but I needed something to help me rework some old Macintosh logic boards and decided to give it a try. I was very impressed with the quality, ease of use and overall utility of the camera.Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2024
I downloaded the viewer app from the manufacturer's web site and plugged it into my Windows PC and that was it. The camera provided crisp, bright images of the tiny surface mount components I needed to work on. The light and focus work very well at it's all powered from the USB cable so no additional power supplies or wires. The cable supports regular USB-A with a USB-C adapter so it will work with everything.
The zoom from 50-250x is a bit of a misnomer. There is no zoom control; rather it works like a regular microscope where you move the object closer or further away to get the desired picture. The focus control then allows you to see the picture clearly at whatever distance you have decided to view from.
It comes with a sturdy stand and mount that work well. Overall, a really nice product and a very good value.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2024
Let me start off by saying for the money, this is a great little microscope. It will get the job done. However, there is a learning curve to using it and you'd better have a lot of time and patience. To just play around with and experiment, there probably is no better value than this. However, if this is a purpose driven purchase for you, such as to inspect a plants trichomes or for microscopic photography etc, you may do better to spend a little more on something else.
To get a really upclose and personal look at something, you almost HAVE to have this stabalized by attaching it to its included stand, which is somewhat cheap and flimsy and hard to manipulate to "exactly" where you want it, leaving a lot to be desired. Trying to look at something at full power using it handheld? Forget it. The slightest bit of movement at that magnification will throw it out of focus so it HAS to be stabilized and completely steady.
I really wish this scope had an autofocus feature or someway to adjust the focus via the settings on the phone/computer you are viewing the image on. Instead, you have to adjust the focus and light intensity manually with dials on the device itself, and again, THE SLIGHTEST bit of movement at such high magnification will throw the whole image out of wack, so it's really hard to fine tune the focus and light intensity without moving the device and having to start all over. Same for the snapshot button on the back of the device, although with that you actually can take a snap from the computer/phone screen without touching the device..
So in conclusion, if you're on a budget and/or don't get frustrated easily and are willing to play with and learn the eccentricities of this scope, go for it! If you want want something with better/more features and is easier to work with, maybe keep your options open, but I DO recommend this micrscope!
To get a really upclose and personal look at something, you almost HAVE to have this stabalized by attaching it to its included stand, which is somewhat cheap and flimsy and hard to manipulate to "exactly" where you want it, leaving a lot to be desired. Trying to look at something at full power using it handheld? Forget it. The slightest bit of movement at that magnification will throw it out of focus so it HAS to be stabilized and completely steady.
I really wish this scope had an autofocus feature or someway to adjust the focus via the settings on the phone/computer you are viewing the image on. Instead, you have to adjust the focus and light intensity manually with dials on the device itself, and again, THE SLIGHTEST bit of movement at such high magnification will throw the whole image out of wack, so it's really hard to fine tune the focus and light intensity without moving the device and having to start all over. Same for the snapshot button on the back of the device, although with that you actually can take a snap from the computer/phone screen without touching the device..
So in conclusion, if you're on a budget and/or don't get frustrated easily and are willing to play with and learn the eccentricities of this scope, go for it! If you want want something with better/more features and is easier to work with, maybe keep your options open, but I DO recommend this micrscope!
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Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2024
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Great microscope - works 100% with Debian 10
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 14, 2021mmazon
Sehr gutes Preis-/ Leistungsverhältnis
Reviewed in Germany on November 16, 2021KENT ARNOLD MOROZ
Great resolution and depth of field. Easy to use. Well worth the money. Grade: A+
Reviewed in Canada on July 9, 2019
KENT ARNOLD MOROZ
Reviewed in Canada on July 9, 2019
Okay, with that out of the way, here's my review. This little camera is amazing. Easy setup and easy install of the software on Windows. The software is intuitive. Perhaps the best feature is the adjustable picture resolution in the settings. Resolution ranges from 160x120 up to 1600x1200. It's with that maximum resolution that I took the picture of the beetle included with this review. The depth of field is excellent. The software allows for photos, adjustable time-lapse photography, and video recording.
I bought this unit to give me some magnification to help prepare slides for my "big" microscope. But this little scope works so well that I'm using it for all manner of looking at the itty-bitty world around us - things that are too large to put under the big scope but too small to see in any detail with the naked eye. Easy to use and just a lot of fun, too.
As for magnification, that's achieved by bringing the lens and the object being looked at closer together (or further apart). There's a clear plastic ring at the bottom of the camera that allows the camera to stand over the object being viewed. To achieve maximum magnification, take the camera off the adjustable arm and place it right over the object. As you turn the focus, the image becomes sharp, then continue turning the focus ring - the image goes out of focus, but as you turn, it comes back into focus at the maximum magnification.
My one criticism is that there are no instructions in the package to explain how to use/change magnification. However, their customer support is great. I sent a query about this on the company's support page on their website. I received a reply within hours that was very clear and helpful. However, it would have been better to have the magnification information included in the setup/how to use instructions that came with the camera.
I highly recommend this. Great for adults and kids alike. A+
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