The Carson zOrb LED USB Digital Microscope (Surf Blue)from Carson zOrb LED USB Digital Microscope (Surf Blue)is a digital microscope with an integrated camera that displays the magnified image right on your computer screen. Capture an image with a built-in 2.0 megapixel resolution digital camera using the shutter button. You can even capture close-focus video with the zOrb. The 81x effective magnification (32" monitor) allows you to see details of ordinary objects you never knew existed. The built-in internal illumination ensures a clear and bright image. The zOrb digital microscope comes in surf blue color.

81x Effective Magnification    Digital Microscope w/ Integrated Camera    Built-In Internal Illumination    2.0MP Resolution Digital Camera    Capture Close-Focus Video    Windows & Mac OS Supported    Includes Two Adapters

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can I view an entire coin? Edge to edge & then zoom in if I need to?

A: Depending on the size of the coin the minimum magnification is 10X

Q: 2. Can this be used as a document viewer?

A: Since it can only focus up to 6 inches away, it would not be able to view the entire document. Also the base is not large enough for a standard size letter or legal page.

Q: 3. does this work with a Mac or an IPAD?

A: It's compatible with Mac OS and Windows.

Q: 4. Can this be used for examining film negatives?

A: It will give you to much magnification , I would consider something like this Peak Stand Loupe 8x with Neck String BH #PE2018

Q: 5. If I use a usb to lightning adapter, can I show the output of the microscope on an iPad?

A: No, the Carson MM-940 zPix 300 Digital Microscope (Blue/Black) is not compatible with iOS devices. This only works with Windows and macOS devices.

Q: 6. Where will this fit on my stereo microscope that has a trinocular head?

A: Yes if the head is 1.25 then this will fit.

Q: 7. How effective is this product when trying to view "micro" text?

A: This is very effective for viewing Micro Text.

Q: 8. Can I plug this into an Android smartphone? I'd need a USB c, adapter, of course.

A: The Plugable 250x Digital USB Microscope with Stand is not compatible with smartphones.

Q: 9. I am looking for a USB scope for use with a MS Surface Tablet. Any suggestions?

A: So your Tablet will take Windows 7/8, so I would recommend going with the Gigastone S1-100 8MP USB 3.0 Digital Microscope.Website link to the model: a href= http://bhpho.to/16VeybA target= _blank http://bhpho.to/16VeybA/a

Q: 10. At the highest magnification, (1) what is the size of the region that can be viewed? and (2) how far away from the object must the scope be?

A: The magnifier is designed to be placed on the surface of the item or a table. The area covered is not specified but you can see by the size of the plastic guides its about one square inch. Here is a link to the manual for more information: http://www.lamp-magnifier.com/guides/MM-300-Guide_EN.pdf