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STEREO MICROSCOPES

Stereo microscopes, also called dissecting microscopes, are really two compound microscopes which focus on the same point from slightly different angles. This allows the specimen to be viewed in three dimensions. As opposed to compound microscopes, the image is upright and laterally correct (not upside down and backwards). Stereo microscopes are relatively low power compared with compound microscopes, usually below 100x. They can have a single fixed magnification, several discrete magnifications, or a zoom magnification system. Working distance is much longer than with a typical compound microscope as well, allowing work to be done on the specimen while it is being observed through the microscope (hence the name "dissecting microscope"). Many stereo microscopes are modular in design allowing a variety of stands, eyepieces, objectives, and lighting techniques to be implemented depending on the intended use. Below are several examples of stereo- microscopes. The lighting used for each example is noted below the photo. Common reflected light sources are shown at the bottom of the page. Please contact us to discuss which combination is best for your application.

The microscope(s) below have been selected from our extensive inventory as examples of the type of instruments we sell. Martin Microscope is not necessarily an authorized dealer for all products shown. Price is listed for reference only and is subject to change without notice - please contact us for complete specifications, current price and availability. The images to the right were actually taken through the microscopes pictured using one of our recommended digital cameras.

Leica MZ16 Trinocular Zoom Stereomicroscope with Ergonomic Tilting Head & Brightfield/ Darkfield Transmitted Light Base Zoom Range: 7.1x to 115x NEW: $15,995.00 Premium research microscope.		Transmitted Light Darkfield
Meiji RZ Trinocular Zoom Stereomicroscope with Ergonomic Tilting Head & Custom PKL2 LED Transmitted Light Stand Zoom Range: 7.5x to 75x NEW: $7,000.00 Lots of professional features for the price.		Transmitted Light Brightfield
Meiji EMZ5 Zoom Stereo on PLS2 Dual Illumination LED Stand Zoom Range: 7x to 45x NEW: $1,625.00 Narrower base than the PKL2 provides a better fit for microscope shelves or carrying cases. Top recommendation for college & university biology labs.		Built-in LED Light
Meiji EMZ8TR Trinocular Zoom Stereo on TLB10-DF Transmitted Light Darkfield Stand Zoom Range: 7x to 45x NEW: $2,999.00 Features our custom low-profile Darkfield Transmitted Light stand with 150W Halogen Fiberoptic.		Transmitted Light Darkfield
Meiji EMZ13TR Trinocular Zoom Stereo on PK Stand Zoom Range: 10x to 70x NEW: $1,925.00		Dual Arm Fiberoptic
Meiji EMZ13TR Trinocular Zoom Stereo on S4200 Boom Stand Zoom Range: 10x to 70x NEW: $1,995.00 Shown with optional Lumenera Infinity2-1C Digital Camera and Schott ACE fiberoptic ring light. Price as shown: $4,500.00		Image taken with Infinity camera
Meiji EMZ12TR Trinocular Zoom Stereo with Fiberoptic Near Vertical Illuminator on TLB Stand Zoom Range: 4x to 25x NEW: $2,900.00 This is basically a table-top surgery microscope. Ideal for seeing in dark holes like the pen cap pictured.		Built-in Near Vertical Illumination
Motic SMZ168BP Zoom Stereomicroscope Zoom Range: 7.5x to 50x NEW: $925.00 This is a great choice in a sub $1,000.00 price range. Good for removing splinters among other things!		Dual Arm Fiberoptic
Motic K400 Stereomicroscope 4 Power: 6x, 12x, 25x, 50x NEW: $1,075.00 Looks like a Wild M5A doesn't it? It's a Chinese copy, but not bad for the money. Accessories like drawing tubes (see below) and auxiliary lenses are inter- changeable with Wild/Leica.		Dual Arm Fiberoptic
Motic K400 Stereomicroscope with drawing device. 4 Power: 6x, 12x, 25x, 50x NEW: $1,330.00 A very economical stereo with drawing device! Mosquito image is my poor attempt at scientific illustration, but not too bad for a beginner...		Dual Arm Fiberoptic
Motic DSK500 Dual Viewing Stereomicroscope with Illuminated Pointer. 5 Power: 6x, 10x, 16x, 25x, 40x NEW: $3,000.00 The best deal going on a dual head stereoscope!		Dual Arm Fiberoptic
Martin DSMZ6 Dual View Stereomicroscope with Illuminated Pointer. Zoom Range: 6.3x to 40x NEW: $4,482.00 Same as Motic DSK500, but with LEICA zoom optics! Other zoom configurations are also available.
Wild M5 Stereomicroscope 4 Power: 6x, 12x, 25x, 50x USED: $2,800.00 First introduced in 1958, and still in demand! Limited Availability.		Dual Arm Fiberoptic
Bausch & Lomb Stereozoom 7 Stereomicroscope Zoom Range: 10x to 70x USED: $1,500.00 Trinocular version with new phototube available: $2,500.00		Dual Arm Fiberoptic
American Optical Cycloptic Stereomicroscope w/15x Eyepieces Three Power: 10x, 20x, 40x USED: $400.00 This was the first AO stereo model with a "common main objective" - hence the name "Cycloptic." A real workhorse, and a fine microscope.		Single Arm Fiberoptic
Meiji SKT2BT Student Stereomicroscope Two Powers: 10x & 30x NEW: $395.00 (includes built-in illumination top & bottom)		Built-in Reflected Light
Ok, so this one isn't a stereo - Its a Macroscope - basically half of a stereoscope Fixed Power: 20x NEW: $95.00 SPECIAL PRICE: $85.00 Ideal for hobbyists.		Fluorescent Ring Light

ILLUMINATORS FOR STEREOMICROSCOPES:
Schott-Fostec ACE Dual Arm 150W Fiberoptic Illuminator $550.00 A20500-2	Schott-Fostec 150W Fiberoptic Ring Illuminator: $599.00 A20500-1	Schott Single Arm 20W Fiberoptic Illuminator $299.00 KL200
Chiu Dual Arm 150W Fiberoptic Illuminator: $425.00 FO150/115-2	Chiu Eight-point variable angle Fiberoptic Ring Illuminator $599.00 FO150/115-1	Variable Intensity LED Ring Illuminator $199.00 MVS-LED
Martin TLB10-BF Transmitted Light Brightfield Stand with cool Fiberoptic 150W Illumination $1,299.00	Martin TLB10-DF Transmitted Light Darkfield Stand with cool Fiberoptic 150W Illumination $1,299.00	Stocker & Yale High Frequency Fluorescent Ring Illuminator $275.00 10-206

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