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Better than expected
Based on my experience with the Celestron brand, I expected at least reasonable quality. The unit I received was quite good, better than I expected. The provided software worked perfectly on a Mac running OS 10.6.8. It would not run on current Mac software (OS 10.11 and up); perhaps this is why it was steeply discounted. This is not a high end unit but quite acceptable for most folks; certainly for me. The clarity and color rendering was very good but not excellent; this can be "tweaked," of course, with image processing software. The adjustable LED lighting provided an even lighting of the field of view. The stand is sturdy, the focus adjustment a bit stiff but smooth and even. I like it a lot. Attached is a photo of the almost unreadably small printing (5 pt?) at the bottom of a business card. The card had a shiny, textured surface; not ideal for such a photo.Read full review
Verified purchase: Yes • Condition: new • Sold by: rollihube-0
Great resolution
It's all about megapixels. I have a working 2MP unit similar to this which costs only about $20. This one is far better. The software didn't load properly, but I already have good software that I got for free at the Apple store. The stand is great. It's heavy and the adjustments smooth.Read full review
Verified purchase: Yes • Condition: pre-owned • Sold by: fastdropmainline
Works well for coin photography
Works well for coin photography, magnification is good, and images are sharp. One thing I noted was when checking slabbed coins the lights reflect back into the lens. I overcame this by turning off the lights and using illumination front the sideRead full review
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Celestron 5 MP .. Amazing clarity!
We have really enjoyed learning how to use our Celestron 5 MP. It's amazing how clear you can see with it. Engraving on jewelry, old coins, etc ..
One thing I didn't like is .. I have Windows Professional 7 and it would not load on my computer. I had to install it on a separate computer with XP.
But, we are still very happy with the way it works.Read full review
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Totally amazing!
Best device for the money I have seen! Super clear easy to operate, makes seeing flaws in coins as obvious as possible. Saves pictures too. It's a must have if you need to see anything small!
Verified purchase: Yes • Condition: new • Sold by: thehoneyroasted...
Light can be dimmed or turned off.
This 5 megapixel Celestron desktop microscope is an improvement over the 2 megapixel version. The LED light can be dimmed or turned off. The software is improved in that you can calibrate for measuring with the included mm and inch scale. The software will measure lines, angles, radius and diameters. Full screen viewing is available. Great microscope and software for the price.Read full review
Verified purchase: Yes • Condition: new • Sold by: mrandmrsgem
Not that good
I have a $20 2 MP one that had better software then this did. Mine came without a disk or instructions, so I had to look them up online. It's saving grace is the stand, A very nice solid stand, but that does not justify the high price of this unitRead full review
Verified purchase: Yes • Condition: pre-owned • Sold by: solar_power_who...
Great microscope, good value
It's a bit expensive for essentially a telephoto camera, but it works well, and seems to be built well.
Verified purchase: Yes • Condition: pre-owned • Sold by: jonkliao
Easy to use good quality
Verified purchase: Yes • Condition: new • Sold by: goodsbydanny99
GOOD tool, easy to use.
This is a must have for closeup work.
Verified purchase: Yes • Condition: new • Sold by: wheatlucy111