[DIYbio] Re: Which microscope?

Simon has a really nice section on selecting a microscope on his
website. I'm sure he'll be along shortly ;-)

http://micro.sci-toys.com/select

On Feb 26, 2:44 pm, Nathan McCorkle <nmz...@gmail.com> wrote:
> I definitely recommend a 1000X microscope, brand doesn't matter so
> much, the last 1000X 'scope I got, I paid U.S.D $40 via craigslist.
> There are smartphone apps that let you setup searches, and the app
> polls every few hours and alerts you when new items come up. You might
> have to wait a few weeks/months, but I think its one of the best ways
> to get a good deal.
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> You can easily test a microscope's quality by placing your cell phone
> under the lens with the backlight on, the three colored pixels should
> be clear and not wavy/grainy (indicating bad lenses or dust in the
> optical path).
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> On Sat, Feb 25, 2012 at 1:35 PM, Paul Sian <psian3...@gmail.com> wrote:
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> > Been lurking here for a while soaking up the information.
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> > I have a question on what microscope to get to start off with. I read about the 1000x power being good for seeing better details of cells is that something I should consider or would something will lesser power work? Also I want to get my two kids (6 and 8 years old) involved with this as well as the have expressed an interest.
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> > So what is a good microscope to consider and what are some good sources?  I don't want to go crazy overboard on the microscope but don't mind spending a little extra for quality.
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> > Thanks
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