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USB Digital Microscope 40X to 1000X, 8 LED Magnification Endoscope Camera with Carrying Case & Metal Stand, Compatible for Android Windows 7 8 10 11 Linux Mac
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Light Source Type | LED |
Material | Metal |
Color | USB Microscope |
Real Angle of View | 45 Degrees |
Magnification Maximum | 1000 x |
Item Weight | 0.57 Pounds |
Voltage | 5 Volts |
Brand | Bysameyee |
Compatible Devices | Laptop, Personal Computer, Smartphone |
Objective Lens Description | Achromatic |
About this item
- Capture, Record & Measure: Connected this handheld microscope to devices, you can capture screenshot image and even record a video with installed software. Please note that the measurement software only works for WINDOWS user.
- Wide Range of Application: Bysameyee USB microscope is a useful & funny tools for kids, students, engineers, inventors, collectors to magnify the micro things like coins, skin, PCB, hairs, etc.
- Strong Compatibility: Mac OS X 10.5, Windows XP/7/8/10/11, Linux kernels 2.6.26 and above, Android phones with OTG function. (How to check OTG? Download the free app"USB OTG Checker"). This microscope doesn't work with iPhone/iPad.
- Light Adjustable: Built-in 8 LED lights, you can control the light brightness easily with the LED dimming wire control knob. Shine through a diffuser, the LED light is soft and not dazzling across the object being viewed.
- Easy to Use & Carry: Install the software, plug in to your device, now you can explore the microscopic world with this microscope camera. Metal stand, OTG adapter, ruler, driver & carrying case are provided for multi-purpose application.
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Value for money | 4.3 | 3.7 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.0 |
Zoom | 4.0 | 4.7 | 4.5 | — | 4.7 | 4.9 |
Easy to use | 4.0 | 4.2 | 4.1 | 4.3 | 4.3 | — |
Picture quality | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.3 | — | 4.4 | — |
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max magnification | 1000 multiplier x | — | 1000 multiplier x | 1600 multiplier x | — | 1000 multiplier x |
light source type | LED | LED | — | LED | LED | — |
power source | Handheld | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Corded Electric | Battery Powered | Corded Electric |
objective lens | Achromatic | — | Achromatic | — | Achromatic | — |
material | Metal | Plastic | — | Plastic | Plastic | — |
voltage | 5 volts | 5 volts | 5 volts | 5 volts | 5 volts | — |
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Product information
Package Dimensions | 10.28 x 4.76 x 2.09 inches |
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Item Weight | 9.1 ounces |
ASIN | B07SR7YPV5 |
Item model number | SA-00 |
Customer Reviews |
4.0 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #104 in Camera & Photo Products (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products) #19 in Lab Handheld Digital Microscopes |
Date First Available | June 6, 2019 |
Manufacturer | Bysameyee |
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Note: Focus Wheel can be used on ALL devices. But SNAP and ZOOM button can be only recognized on the Windows system as the software was written by our company,
and the android APP (mac system doesn’t need software) is common in the market so it can’t recognize the SNAP and ZOOM command.
Window User
Amcap is a professional window software designed for windows XP/vista/7/8/10.
You can get the package from CD or contract us for the downloading link.
Win10 users can use the system built-in webcam for this microscope.
Mac User
Mac users can run "Photo Booth" to use this microscope directly.
There is a software called “Quick Camera” which can work on this microscope too.
Android User
Please search “OTG View” on google play to get the app installation.
Chrome OS
This microscope can be used with the default Camera app that comes with Chrome.
Linux
Raspberry Pi: Working with the current version of Raspbian Jessie.
Parameters:
Focus Range: from 1mm to 90mm
Frame Rate: Max 30f/s under 600 Lux Brightness
Magnification Ratio: 40x to 1000x
Video format: AVI
Photo format: JPEG or BMP
Light source: 8 LED (adjustable by control wheel)
PC interface: USB2.0
Power source: 5V DC from the USB port
Operation system: Windows 7 8 10/Vista/XP/2000, Mac OS X 10.5 or above, some of Android mobiles, Linux, Chrome(not supported for iPhone/iPad)
Package including:
1x USB/MicroUSB/USB-C 3in1 Microscope
1x Carrying case
1x Type C adapter
1x Metal Tripod
1x CD Driver
1x Ruler
1x Instruction
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Customers like the performance, image quality, and value of the microscope. For example, they mention it works well, takes clear photos or videos, and is good value for money. Some are happy with ease of use, and adjustability. That said, opinions are mixed on quality and magnification.
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Customers like the image quality of the microscope. They say the pictures are clear, detailed, and sharp. They also appreciate the variable LED lighting system and the ability to take pictures. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...The picture quality is good although limited to 640x480. The LED are bright and make for good image lighting and contrast...." Read more
"...This was not the range of zoom I was hoping for - the detail is great, but there was no way to zoom out to view the entire coin at once...." Read more
"Firstly I love that it just shows up as a webcam and I can put it inside of OBS so I can easily video capture the video or stream it...." Read more
"...Photo's are plenty clear enough for my purposes. Light also seems perfectly adequate for most uses...." Read more
Customers like the value of the microscope. Some say it's a great little microscope for the cost, it saves them a ton of money, and it'll give them 'a different perspective'. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and portability of the product.
"...Overall for the low-cost this is a good value!" Read more
"...This really was just such a great entry level price point and although I did see some unfavorable reviews regarding the stand, I have no..." Read more
"...This is a VERY good microscope for the price!! You definitely will be satisfied with this product!! 5 STARS!!!!" Read more
"...Also just kind of fun to use.Focus is pretty easy to adjust, as is the light roller on the cord...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the microscope. They say it works well, serves their purpose well, and produces great results. Some mention that the scope works as advertised and takes clear photos or videos. It works well for all objects that you may need to examine up close. Some say that it works great with a Windows 10 PC and that the apps work well with their Samsung.
"Works great with my android phone" Read more
"Over all, functions well. Zoom is misnamed. Should be focus...." Read more
"First, I have to start out with the negatives... the device did not work on my computer using the software included (and linked through a bitly link)..." Read more
"This little camera works pretty well. Very glad I got it!! Very clear images." Read more
Customers find the microscope easy to use. They mention that the software is free, easy to install and use, and the instructions it comes with are super easy to understand. Some say that the product is light weight and easy to connect to a phone or computer. Overall, most are satisfied with the ease of use and functionality of the microscope.
"...: I have a MacBook Air (intel chip, if that matters) and it was plug and play...." Read more
"...Setup on windows 10 was pretty easy although I was originally pretty confused by the usb connector which can be adapted to a micro-usb...." Read more
"...It's convenient being hand held & the instructions it comes with are super easy to understand. This is a VERY good microscope for the price!!..." Read more
"...setup software was no problem at all (installed on windows 10 laptop). worked as they said. online support and docs seem to be very helpful...." Read more
Customers like the adjustability of the microscope. They say the light is bright and adjustable, the view is clear, and the variable LED lighting system allows them to easily focus. They appreciate that the light can be controlled independently. Customers also mention that the lighting makes a huge difference and the built-in macro light is adjustable.
"...The picture quality is good although limited to 640x480. The LED are bright and make for good image lighting and contrast...." Read more
"...We tended to stay closer to the 40x end. The adjustable light is nice but awkward to use if you're not using the stand...." Read more
"...Third, the light is plenty bright and it's adjustable (which I did not expect).Overall, I am very pleased with this device...." Read more
"...is excellent and I like the fact that it has a built in adjustable led light, but it's very bright and hard to adjust to the lowest setting...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the microscope. Some mention that it's a great quality scope, with high-grade materials and a sturdy feel. They are also impresseded with the camera and the device is an outstanding microscope all the way around. However, others say that the stand is of poor quality, flimsy, and wonky. They also say that it creates pretty low res (640x480) images.
"...the scope and the packaging was professional and scope was in good shape with no damage. Included a softcase to store the scope while not in use...." Read more
"...next step up would cost $100 dollars more, this is an excellent microscope to play around with and see if it will work for you...." Read more
"...Stand is flimsy and it experienced an immediate RUD but was easily reassembled..." Read more
"This is an amazing digital microscope and I am very impressed with the clear & detailed images it shows!..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the magnification of the microscope. Some mention that the zoom feature is a huge plus, it functions well, and has 5 stages of zoom. However, others say that they had issues with the zoom function and the snap button. Some say the zoom button does nothing and that the range of magnitud is not very high.
"...Second, the zoom is plenty sufficient for most tasks that I need it for so far...." Read more
"...Some cons: Zoom button doesn’t work for Mac users, so I couldn’t zoom out enough to view the entire coin (fixed via workaround, explained below!)..." Read more
"...The magnification is excellent and I like the fact that it has a built in adjustable led light, but it's very bright and hard to adjust to the..." Read more
"...a twist dial on the cable to adjust LED light brightness, zoom is on the camera itself, you twist the body to zoom in and out, it has two red buttons..." Read more
Customers find the focus of the microscope to be difficult. They mention that it needs a better focus adjustment, and that they have had difficulty getting the focus set and the lighting right. They also say that the autofocus does not work, and there is no focus dial. However, some customers say that it has exactly one focal point available.
"..."sucks"... For what I am doing, I have found it can be difficult to get it focused under higher magnifications just because is so light, just..." Read more
"...Cons. The stand that it comes with makes focusing extremely difficult, you will need to buy or rig a better one if you're going to use it at max..." Read more
"...Also just kind of fun to use.Focus is pretty easy to adjust, as is the light roller on the cord...." Read more
"...I'll start soldering and it will slowly sag and lose the target and the focus. The tiniest disturbance anywhere near it will throw it off...." Read more
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When the bug hit me, all I had at my disposal was an old plastic lenses, 2X Loupe. Quickly I realized that was woefully inadequate and began searching for something better. First as the 20X loupe. Awesome but very limiting and going back and forth between the two loupes often gave me motion sickness and horrible neck and head pains. I shopped around and bought and returned many items before I started looking into both standard and digital microscopes.
Being on a fixed income, most of what I saw was well out of my price range to try and justify spending for a "maybe" hobby. I just was unable to take such risky leap into the unknown. When I came across the "bysameyee" USB Microscope with included case and stand for only $21.95 I eventually came to the decision to just go ahead and order it. This really was just such a great entry level price point and although I did see some unfavorable reviews regarding the stand, I have no regrets.
What I like about "bysameyee" is it is everything they claim it to be. Their Software is very easy (and free) to use. Specific uploads for specific devices, I was quickly and easily able to get the scope to hook up to my Android phone,(which I can connect wirelessly to my 52" T.V) My Chrome book and Win 8.1 Laptop, also connectable to the TV. NO issues whatsoever. The Microscopes cable offers regular USB style with a nice little flip up connector end that fits your phone and an additional 3rd style separate adapter piece that I have not needed but have just in case. Both the "Amcap" and the "Cooling Tech" software's are easy to use. Mostly I just use the "Amcap" photo capture s.w. on the laptop. In the "options" tab of that s.w. , you can go into the "video capture filter" tab where you can enable zoom function or leave that off and select different "filter" options which can be very helpful, especially with newer "shiny" coins.
What I don't like: Not much really, I was expecting it to be less than more and I just don't think I have any reason to be dissatisfied with my purchase. So where is it' limitations? First you will read up that the stand "sucks"... For what I am doing, I have found it can be difficult to get it focused under higher magnifications just because is so light, just thinking about the focus can cause it to wiggle. What I do is set it where like you see in the pics, the most of the coin I can see at once is probably seen best with the "AMER" photo, I put the edge of my laptop so it rests on the base of the scopes stand, then I use a piece of paper to slide the coins around under the lenses.
The LED lights are really only on or off, not much of a graduation there but I can elect to turn off the LED's and direct sunlight or other light source when needed. One thing that can be difficult to determine sometimes is doubling due to reflection of shiny, well plated coins. One trick I quickly found was to view the same suspect areas from different angles. Viewed from one direction you might think you see doubling but as you shift the viewing angle you will see the reflections shift. Also, the 20x loupe is another quick way to double check what you thought was going to be the big one. This get's easier to deal with and recognize with a little practice.
You can see in the pics, especially with well circulated samples, there is more than enough detail and depth to quickly spot any errors or differences. Now this is NOT a 5mp or better scope, so sometimes it can be difficult to actually get down "into" some of the cracks and crevices, especially with trying to use the light weight stand BUT I didn't buy this for the stand and the manufacturer does offer a big discount on a better stand, that if they had included initially, would have driven up the price point beyond what I may have been willing to pay. I wanted an "entry level" digital scope at a reasonable price and am very pleased with what I received.
If you have any interest in digital scopes but are unsure about just how much scope you really need, I highly recommend giving this one a try, and get the one with the case too, I think that was maybe $2 more but it sure comes in handy holding more than just the scope. NOW, while this may NOT be the $500 plus microscope that one day I hope to trade for some penny I find , this is the scope I will find that penny with!
Lastly, Customer Service: Awesome! I only contacted them to inquire about their Big Discount offer on the Better stand. Terrence happened to be on vacation initially but still got back to me in a timely enough fashion that I truly expect would be even quicker for the next person. Also, sometimes it can be difficult with language barriers when trying to read directions or communicate in person, NOT HERE. One thing I was particularly impressed with, was the super simple and no nonsense user guide. Nice job guy's, I use to have redline digital product user guides before...... It took my company 6 pages to describe how to remove a battery door cover and install 3 batteries even though it was shown in raised plastic lettering on the units battery door and compartment???
Sincerely, "future millionaire" Andy C :-)
When the bug hit me, all I had at my disposal was an old plastic lenses, 2X Loupe. Quickly I realized that was woefully inadequate and began searching for something better. First as the 20X loupe. Awesome but very limiting and going back and forth between the two loupes often gave me motion sickness and horrible neck and head pains. I shopped around and bought and returned many items before I started looking into both standard and digital microscopes.
Being on a fixed income, most of what I saw was well out of my price range to try and justify spending for a "maybe" hobby. I just was unable to take such risky leap into the unknown. When I came across the "bysameyee" USB Microscope with included case and stand for only $21.95 I eventually came to the decision to just go ahead and order it. This really was just such a great entry level price point and although I did see some unfavorable reviews regarding the stand, I have no regrets.
What I like about "bysameyee" is it is everything they claim it to be. Their Software is very easy (and free) to use. Specific uploads for specific devices, I was quickly and easily able to get the scope to hook up to my Android phone,(which I can connect wirelessly to my 52" T.V) My Chrome book and Win 8.1 Laptop, also connectable to the TV. NO issues whatsoever. The Microscopes cable offers regular USB style with a nice little flip up connector end that fits your phone and an additional 3rd style separate adapter piece that I have not needed but have just in case. Both the "Amcap" and the "Cooling Tech" software's are easy to use. Mostly I just use the "Amcap" photo capture s.w. on the laptop. In the "options" tab of that s.w. , you can go into the "video capture filter" tab where you can enable zoom function or leave that off and select different "filter" options which can be very helpful, especially with newer "shiny" coins.
What I don't like: Not much really, I was expecting it to be less than more and I just don't think I have any reason to be dissatisfied with my purchase. So where is it' limitations? First you will read up that the stand "sucks"... For what I am doing, I have found it can be difficult to get it focused under higher magnifications just because is so light, just thinking about the focus can cause it to wiggle. What I do is set it where like you see in the pics, the most of the coin I can see at once is probably seen best with the "AMER" photo, I put the edge of my laptop so it rests on the base of the scopes stand, then I use a piece of paper to slide the coins around under the lenses.
The LED lights are really only on or off, not much of a graduation there but I can elect to turn off the LED's and direct sunlight or other light source when needed. One thing that can be difficult to determine sometimes is doubling due to reflection of shiny, well plated coins. One trick I quickly found was to view the same suspect areas from different angles. Viewed from one direction you might think you see doubling but as you shift the viewing angle you will see the reflections shift. Also, the 20x loupe is another quick way to double check what you thought was going to be the big one. This get's easier to deal with and recognize with a little practice.
You can see in the pics, especially with well circulated samples, there is more than enough detail and depth to quickly spot any errors or differences. Now this is NOT a 5mp or better scope, so sometimes it can be difficult to actually get down "into" some of the cracks and crevices, especially with trying to use the light weight stand BUT I didn't buy this for the stand and the manufacturer does offer a big discount on a better stand, that if they had included initially, would have driven up the price point beyond what I may have been willing to pay. I wanted an "entry level" digital scope at a reasonable price and am very pleased with what I received.
If you have any interest in digital scopes but are unsure about just how much scope you really need, I highly recommend giving this one a try, and get the one with the case too, I think that was maybe $2 more but it sure comes in handy holding more than just the scope. NOW, while this may NOT be the $500 plus microscope that one day I hope to trade for some penny I find , this is the scope I will find that penny with!
Lastly, Customer Service: Awesome! I only contacted them to inquire about their Big Discount offer on the Better stand. Terrence happened to be on vacation initially but still got back to me in a timely enough fashion that I truly expect would be even quicker for the next person. Also, sometimes it can be difficult with language barriers when trying to read directions or communicate in person, NOT HERE. One thing I was particularly impressed with, was the super simple and no nonsense user guide. Nice job guy's, I use to have redline digital product user guides before...... It took my company 6 pages to describe how to remove a battery door cover and install 3 batteries even though it was shown in raised plastic lettering on the units battery door and compartment???
Sincerely, "future millionaire" Andy C :-)
Some pros: I have a MacBook Air (intel chip, if that matters) and it was plug and play. It works with PhotoBooth as well as the app available on the seller’s website, but I haven’t played enough with them to notice any differences. The carrying case is nice and seems rigid enough to bring with on travel (looking forward to snooping through my relatives’ coin collections). There is a dimmer dial on the cord so you can adjust the brightness of the LED lights. Images are clear once focused and you can see enough detail on coins to identify errors.
Some cons: Zoom button doesn’t work for Mac users, so I couldn’t zoom out enough to view the entire coin (fixed via workaround, explained below!) 40-1000x is laughable (Despite what other reviewers have claimed, you’re not gonna see bacteria or skin cells. Even hair strands aren’t really magnified enough to see anything cool. It’s good for bugs, coins, fingerprints, and fine print.) As others have mentioned, the zoom dial is really just a fine focus dial. Stand is flimsy and it experienced an immediate RUD but was easily reassembled (although if you visit the seller’s website, you can upgrade your stand for free - eagerly awaiting mine).
Before I explain how to adjust zoom, I’ll clarify the problem I was having. Since Mac users don’t have a functioning zoom button, the only other way to “zoom” is to physically move the scope closer to or further from the object, and the only way to adjust focus is by twisting the 40-1000x dial. In my image titled “Max Zoom”, I’ve shown what I was able to see right out of the box at 40x (portion of coin, including date) and at 1000x (portion of one digit of the date). 40x produced a clear image at a distance of about 1 inch, and 1000x produced a clear image at about 1/2 inch. This was not the range of zoom I was hoping for - the detail is great, but there was no way to zoom out to view the entire coin at once.
After a bit of off-manual tinkering, I am now able to view an entire coin at once. First off, the thing that needs to be adjusted will henceforth be referred to as “the thingie” since I couldn’t be bothered to look up its actual name. (It’s the part that contains the lens, see image titled “the thingie”.) To access the thingie, you need to twist off the clear plastic cone at the end of the scope. The thingie is fully retracted at 40x, so to bring it out of hiding, do NOT try to pull it out with pliers like I did. Instead, simply twist the 40-1000x dial all the way to 1000x. Then, you can adjust the thingie by screwing/unscrewing it. If your images are too zoomed to begin with like mine were, you need to screw the thingie in further. If your images are not zoomed in enough, you might need to unscrew the thingie a bit. See my image titled “the thingie” that shows it screwed all the way off (probably don’t do this) to see how many threads you’re dealing with.
I tested the full range of zoom/focus to see what was possible. My image “Max Zoom” has the thingie screwed all the in, and as mentioned earlier, you have to get really close (within 1”) in order to be able use the focus dial. “Min Zoom” has the thingie unscrewed as much as possible without it falling off. At 1000x, you have to be point blank but can still get amazing detail. At 40x, I could get a clear image of the penny and its environment from a few feet away! (I promise it’s clear, my iPhone decided to just focus on the foreground). So the Goldilocks zone for me was with the thingie screwed 2/3 of the way in (see “Med Zoom”) so I got a clear image of the entire penny from about 6” away at 40x, and can still see fine detail 1000x at point blank.
I also included images saved from the app itself, after finally adjusting the zoom to my liking. All three images of the penny are taken with the same zoom setting, but at different distances/focusing (my point being, you really only have to manually adjust the zoom once, no need to keep messing with it - the focus dial can take care of the rest).
Hope this helps someone out there, it would have saved me some trouble!
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2023
Some pros: I have a MacBook Air (intel chip, if that matters) and it was plug and play. It works with PhotoBooth as well as the app available on the seller’s website, but I haven’t played enough with them to notice any differences. The carrying case is nice and seems rigid enough to bring with on travel (looking forward to snooping through my relatives’ coin collections). There is a dimmer dial on the cord so you can adjust the brightness of the LED lights. Images are clear once focused and you can see enough detail on coins to identify errors.
Some cons: Zoom button doesn’t work for Mac users, so I couldn’t zoom out enough to view the entire coin (fixed via workaround, explained below!) 40-1000x is laughable (Despite what other reviewers have claimed, you’re not gonna see bacteria or skin cells. Even hair strands aren’t really magnified enough to see anything cool. It’s good for bugs, coins, fingerprints, and fine print.) As others have mentioned, the zoom dial is really just a fine focus dial. Stand is flimsy and it experienced an immediate RUD but was easily reassembled (although if you visit the seller’s website, you can upgrade your stand for free - eagerly awaiting mine).
Before I explain how to adjust zoom, I’ll clarify the problem I was having. Since Mac users don’t have a functioning zoom button, the only other way to “zoom” is to physically move the scope closer to or further from the object, and the only way to adjust focus is by twisting the 40-1000x dial. In my image titled “Max Zoom”, I’ve shown what I was able to see right out of the box at 40x (portion of coin, including date) and at 1000x (portion of one digit of the date). 40x produced a clear image at a distance of about 1 inch, and 1000x produced a clear image at about 1/2 inch. This was not the range of zoom I was hoping for - the detail is great, but there was no way to zoom out to view the entire coin at once.
After a bit of off-manual tinkering, I am now able to view an entire coin at once. First off, the thing that needs to be adjusted will henceforth be referred to as “the thingie” since I couldn’t be bothered to look up its actual name. (It’s the part that contains the lens, see image titled “the thingie”.) To access the thingie, you need to twist off the clear plastic cone at the end of the scope. The thingie is fully retracted at 40x, so to bring it out of hiding, do NOT try to pull it out with pliers like I did. Instead, simply twist the 40-1000x dial all the way to 1000x. Then, you can adjust the thingie by screwing/unscrewing it. If your images are too zoomed to begin with like mine were, you need to screw the thingie in further. If your images are not zoomed in enough, you might need to unscrew the thingie a bit. See my image titled “the thingie” that shows it screwed all the way off (probably don’t do this) to see how many threads you’re dealing with.
I tested the full range of zoom/focus to see what was possible. My image “Max Zoom” has the thingie screwed all the in, and as mentioned earlier, you have to get really close (within 1”) in order to be able use the focus dial. “Min Zoom” has the thingie unscrewed as much as possible without it falling off. At 1000x, you have to be point blank but can still get amazing detail. At 40x, I could get a clear image of the penny and its environment from a few feet away! (I promise it’s clear, my iPhone decided to just focus on the foreground). So the Goldilocks zone for me was with the thingie screwed 2/3 of the way in (see “Med Zoom”) so I got a clear image of the entire penny from about 6” away at 40x, and can still see fine detail 1000x at point blank.
I also included images saved from the app itself, after finally adjusting the zoom to my liking. All three images of the penny are taken with the same zoom setting, but at different distances/focusing (my point being, you really only have to manually adjust the zoom once, no need to keep messing with it - the focus dial can take care of the rest).
Hope this helps someone out there, it would have saved me some trouble!
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