Hamilton VP-SCOPE Portable Digital Microscope Camera

[Reevster]

Has anyone used one of these? Looks like it would do the trick but i dont know much about camera/scopes.


This innovative design takes the traditional microscope and makes it as portable and easy to use as any digital camera -- just zoom in and take your picture. Focus on tiny objects such as electronics, insects, slides and more! The incredibly precise lens and adjustable LED lighting system ensures the best possible photos and videos.
Portable, hand-held digital microscope camera
2 Megapixel sensor
2.8" LCD display
Optical zoom: 10x and 40x
Digital zoom up to 200x
Photo resolution: 1600 x 1200 pixels, JPG file
Video resolution: 640 x 480 pixels, AVI file: 320 x 240 pixels, MP4 file
2GB memory (MicroSD) included
Adjustable LED lighting system
Rechargeable Li-ion battery and charger included
Included 5 specialized lens surrounds/caps for accurate image taking
Compatible with Windows 7/Vista/XP and Mac OSX as USB data device
Includes specialized imaging software for Windows 7/Vista/XP only






http://www.curtisav.com/Hamilton-VP-SCOPE-Portable-Digital-Microscope-Camera_p_1374.html

[lucybug]

I use a scope just like this but its called a vitiny. I love it.

[Antiquity]

Seems a tad expensive for a 2MP "camera". I rather spend the money on a scope and use a crappy digital camera and shoot through the lens.

[Reevster]

Ya I am leaning towards a usb probe of some type ( lots out there) they may not be the best but its a good starter for me I think and decent prices.

[Reevster]

I think I will get this one, seems had to find cheap scopes in Canada , its 5.0 mp and full range magnification plus adjustable LED/ fine tuned white lights.
What do you all think ?


Applications: industrial inspection, education, laboratory, medical analysis
OS Support: Win XP, Vista, Win 7 64 bit, Win 8 & & MAC OS x 10.5 or above
Full range magnification (10x-230x calibration)
Image editing and built-in measurement software
Resolution: 5.0M pixels (2592x1944)
Adjustable 8 LED fine tuned white lights
Image format: JPG, BMP, AVI
Multi-language (13) support
Real time measurement
CMOS 1/3.2" sensor
Warranty 1 year
Software Download Mac
Software Download WIN





http://www.carton.ca/p1mics-digital-4.html

[seal006]

I had one of those. I really was not impressed. I only had it for about 2 months before I bought my AmScope

[Reevster]

Oh ? Hmmmmm so the AmScope is the best one to get then ? What is the best AmScope to get that's not too pricey. I don't mind spending more but I am not rich either hehe. Which AmScope do you use ?

[pennies4pennies]

I use a AmScope with 20x and a Canon power shot A470. The only thing with Amscope you can't take a whole picture of a coin. But thats were the camera comes in. On my amscope I bought another camera to slide into the eye peace. MU1000. It takes great close ups.

There are many different scopes to use. I have a old model that ran around $500. Best thing is go to there site and get there phone number and give them a call. Tell them what you're doing with it and how much you want to spend.

[seal006]

I have the MD400, but it is not compatible with Windows 7, which is what I have on my computer. So it is hooked up to an older laptop with Windows XP. There are many to choose from depending what you are wanting. Check them out at http://www.amscope.com

[Antiquity]

Those seem aweful expensive for what they are, I got something similar on amazon for like 30 bucks.

HERE (http://www.amazon.com/Celestron-Deluxe-Handheld-Digital-Microscope/dp/B004QF0A1Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1360546578&sr=8-1&keywords=celestron+microscope)

I used it a couple days before I got sick of it. Do yourself a favor and get a amscope. you wont regret it.

[Reevster]

Ok I found this one and its in Canada...ya.... so anyway as i understand it you should have a 5X for viewing the whole coin? on an Amscope. I still need a camera but they have them here as well , just need to figure out what type , they have 3 to 10 . what do you guys think of this scope?

Eyepieces: wide field WF10X & WF20X Is that better for coins then the regular ones?


Features:

High quality optical glass elements
Six magnification levels: 5x, 10x, 15x, 20x, 30x & 60x
Auxiliary objective lens included makes large working distance and field of view
45°inclined 360°rotatable binocular head
Variable intensity incident and transmitted lights
Sharp stereo erect images
Diopter adjustment on left ocular-tube
Adjustable inter-pupillary distance
90°rotational objective
Locked-in eyepieces
Metal framework with large base
Product GS and CE approved
Manufacturer in business 30+ years


Specifications:

Model: G323
Head: 45°Inclined 360°rotatable binocular.
Eyepieces: wide field WF10X & WF20X
Objectives: rotational 1x & 3x
Auxiliary objective lens 0.5x
Left ocular-tube diopter adjustment ±5dp
Interpupillary distance: 2-3/16" ~ 2-15/16"(55-75mm)
Working distance: 3-5/32" (80mm) w/o aux lens, 4-3/4" (120mm) with aux lens
Field of view: 3.5mm ~ 37.5mm with different lens combinations
Incident (upper) illuminator: 12V/10W halogen, variable inclination
Transmitted (lower) illuminator: 12V/10W halogen
Variable intensity illumination
Frosted glass stage plate: 3-3/4" (95mm) in diameter
White/black plastic stage plate: 3-3/4" (95mm) in diameter
Power supply: 110V/60Hz (US and Canada)
Dimension: 9-1/2" x 9-1/2" x 15" (24cm x 24cm x 38cm)
Net weight: 9 lb 10 oz (4.4kg)
Package (volume equivalent) weight: 20lb (9 kg)



$224.99






http://www.microscopenet.com/binocular-stereo-microscope-5x10x15x20x30x60x-dual-lights-p-74.html

[Scott99]

I usually only ever use WF10x and WF5x for full coin shots. I have the WF20x that I paid extra for but I never use them. Just never needed to get that close (60x). 45x is the highest I would recommend going for coins and it might save you some money. :)

[Reevster]

Ok , so do i need the other type of lens for the close up of say mint marks etc or will the wide lens work fine for those shots too?

[Scott99]

The WF10x does great on RPM's. If you're wanting clear pictures of an rpm, it would really depend on your camera. I've had no problems identifying rpms (even ones too minor to list) with the WF10x eye piece.

[Reevster]

OK so after searching comparing , searching comparing till my eyes hurt I finally decided to order this, same one I posted before lol. I will look for a camera now, well tomorrow.....saw a few on eBay , I didn't get the one that they sell for the scope since I need a camera for other things anyway and as I have read on here that some of the guys just use a normal camera through the eye piece lens.

Binocular Stereo Microscope 5X-10X-15X-20X-30X-60X Dual Lights

http://www.microscopenet.com/binocul...ghts-p-74.html

[Reevster]

Got my scope a few days ago.....I just love it ! Its really scary seeing some of these coins "up close" lol.......now just waiting on a camera.....