AmScope SE306R-AZ-E1 Binocular Stereo Microscope
- 20x, 40x and 80x magnification from 2x and 4x objectives
- 1.3MP CMOS camera included, USB 2.0 output, cable included
- Upper and lower halogen lighting, 10W source
- 55 to 75mm interpupillary range, 45 degree inclined head
- Arm stand, 120 volt corded power
- Windows, Mac OS X and Linux software, with measurement functions
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A stereo scope with a camera and capture software in the kit, suited to inspection, repair and documentation work. Magnification stays low, so it will not resolve cells on prepared slides.
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ASIN: B0080IH1I8Model: SE306R-AZ-E1Category: Stereo Microscopes
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Overview
Not a compound slide microscope, this is a stereo inspection scope with a long working distance for handling or repairing larger specimens. A forward-mounted binocular head is carried on an arm stand, with interchangeable eyepiece pairs and two objectives.
The camera, capture software and both lighting directions come in one kit, so a user can examine opaque parts and thin transparent samples and save images straight away. The limit is reach: magnification tops out low, and the camera sends images only to a computer or projector over USB.
Who it's for
A hobbyist soldering small parts, a teacher documenting dissections, or a lab that files image records will use the reach under the head and the capture software. Someone chasing cellular detail should look at a compound microscope instead.
Pros and cons
- Long working distance for handling specimens
- Upper and lower halogen lighting
- Camera and capture software included
- Bilateral coarse focus for either hand
- Magnification range is low
- Corded power only, no battery option
- Weight not listed
Performance notes
Magnification comes from multiplying the eyepiece pair by the objective, so swapping either one steps through the three available levels. The long working distance leaves room under the head for tools, while the lower light shines through thin samples and the upper light bounces off opaque ones. The inclined head and dioptric ring let different eyes focus comfortably.
Specifications
| Brand | AmScope |
|---|---|
| Model | SE306R-AZ-E1 |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Interpupillary range | 55 to 75 mm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Enclosure Material | Optical glass |
| Color | White |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Camera interface | USB 2.0 |
| Included components | |
| Eyepieces | WF10x and WF20x widefield pairs |
| Other details | |
| Magnification Maximum | 80x |
| Objective Lens Description | 2x, 4x |
| Light Source Type | Halogen |
| Real Angle Of View | 45 degrees |
| BuiltIn Media | 1.3MP CMOS color sensor with software and USB cable |
| Illumination | Upper (episcopic) and lower (diascopic) |
| Camera eye tube size | 23 mm |
Frequently asked questions
What image file formats does the AmScope SE306R-AZ-E1 software support?
JPG, TIF, GIF, PSD, WMF and BMP. The software offers still and live video capture, editing and measurement functions, and runs on Windows, Mac OS X and Linux.
Is the AmScope SE306R-AZ-E1 a compound microscope?
No. It is a stereo inspection scope with low magnification and a long working distance, meant for handling larger specimens, not for prepared slides at high power.
Can the camera be used on another microscope?
The listing says the camera can be mounted in any 23mm eye tube.