Small pocket-sized USB microscopes are mostly used in inspection of electronic circuits, coins(collectors) and usually for low scale work related to the field of biology. There are also used by hobbyists so here is our top 10 list of best USB microscopes. So check out this list and let us know your favourite USB microscope in the comments section below
10. Mustcam 2Mega Pixel,Handheld USB Digital Microscope for Windows/Mac, 20x-200x Magnification(30$)
This USB microscope has a magnification range from 20 to 200X. It has a resolution of up to 2MP . It also has 8 LED adjustable light source. Max limit of 30 Frame per second. Overall a decent product to have at 30$.
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9. DBPOWER 5MP 20-300X USB Digital Microscope(80$)
This USB Digital Microscope has a calibrated stage for easy size readings. Has a USB 2.0 connection along with 300X magnification option.
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8. AGPtek® Black USB Digital Microscope(20$)
Image resolution is only 2Mp for this microscope. Although this scope lacks in resolution, it has other features that make it worth buying. This microscope is ideal for PCB & jewelry work.
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7. Veho VMS-004 Discovery Deluxe USB Microscope(50$)
This device has better build quality compared to others. The microscope is shipped with an alloy stand and a stand alone capture booth. Up to 400x magnification is a big pro.
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6. Carson zOrb USB Digital Microscope (40$)
This microscope is light weight and small. The device also offers adjustable focus along with 53X zoom. The microscope has built-in LED illumination.
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5. Aven 26700-300 ZipScope(100$)
Resolution of 2 Mega pixels with 200X digital magnification of pictures & videos. The firmware offers automatic white balance on images with magnification up to 200X.
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4. Carson MicroBrite 20x-40x Zoom LED Lighted Pocket Microscope(10$)
One of the smallest and portable microscopes on our list. It runs on 3 LR-44 Button Cell Batteries (Included) with a weight of 2.0 oz. But the downside being that it has only 20-40X zoom.
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3. Celestron 5 MP Handheld Digital Microscope Pro(85$)
A great plus for this microscope is its 5 Mega Pixel image sensor.The microscope has magnification ability up to 200X. Furthermore, it comes with a stand and a stage to place your slides/specimens.
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2. Plugable USB 2.0 Digital Microscope(35$)
Plugable is the name of the manufacturer making this microscope. The microscope like many others has more than 200X magnification. The scope comes with stand and a fully calibrated stage.
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1. Celestron 44302 Deluxe Handheld Digital Microscope(47$)
One of the most popular choices for portable digital USB microscope. It has Built-in 2MP digital camera for capturing images and videos, and a 6 LED ring illuminator. One of the best digital microscopes out there.
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