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The SE Mini illuminated pocket microscope makes a useful toy or tool for the hobbyist. It’s a compact, portable, low cost model that puts the microscopic world in hand anytime. It’s a lot of fun for not very much money! The SE Mini 45x microscope is very easy to use as well, making it a…

Celestron LCD Digital Microscopes combine an old idea with new technology. The result is a product that was an Innovations 2009 Design and Engineering Award honoree for personal electronics by the Consumer Electronics Association. See more Celestron Microscopes on Amazon here. See a list of all Celestron microscopes here. This is a compound biological microscope…

When it comes to computer compatible units, the Digital Blue QX3 microscope holds its own. This kids microscope lets you zoom in and get up close details of the world around you, while the ability to display findings on the computer makes it fun for the whole family. Rather than having kids squint into an…

The Olympus BH2 Microscope has a longevity that can’t be beat, even though Olympus produces a number of stellar microscopes each year. The product came out in 1980 and was sold through the early 1990s. **No longer available new, but used models are available on the market. Learn more about Olympus microscopes here. Find today’s…

The Learning Resources Illuminated Pocket Microscope is an inexpensive toy that makes exploring fun. This tiny 30x pocket microscope is portable, easy to use, and yields a very clear picture for the price. This unit puts the microscopic world in the hands of any eager user. Magnification of 30x may not sound very impressive, but…

The Olympus CX31 microscope is now obsolete, although still available from sellers of used products. It was a quality piece of equipment specifically designed for the educational environment, offering durability as well as great images. This model has the quality that is expected of any Olympus product, at a price that educational institutions can live…