AmScope SM-1BSX-64S
#8 in StereoFull review
A binocular zoom stereo with a long reach and its own ring light, good for soldering. Choose a trinocular model if you want to record.
Amazon $449.99$449.99
The AmScope SM-1BSX-64S is the better microscope overall, rated 3.3 to 2.7. The AmScope SM-1BSX-64S leads on viewing and optics. The AmScope SE400X wins on features and price. The AmScope SE400X costs $210 less ($239.99 vs $449.99).
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AmScope SE400X
#13 in StereoFull review
A low-power stereo scope with a long reach, for large parts, carving and assembly. Pick a zoom scope if you need more magnification.
Amazon $239.99$239.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the AmScope SM-1BSX-64S for viewing (continuous zoom, binocular head vs fixed steps, binocular head) and optics (3.5x to 45x optical vs 5x to 10x optical).
- Choose the AmScope SE400X for features (top light, boom stand vs LED ring light) and price ($239.99 vs $449.99).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every stereo microscope; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | AmScope SM-1BSX-64S | AmScope SE400X |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Price 10% | 35 $449.99 | 62 $239.99 |
| Optics 25% | 57 3.5x to 45x optical | 11 5x to 10x optical |
| Working distance 15% | 100 200 mm working distance | 100 229 mm working distance |
| Viewing 20% | 60 continuous zoom, binocular head | 0 fixed steps, binocular head |
| Features 20% | 30 LED ring light | 50 top light, boom stand |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| AmScope SM-1BSX-64S | AmScope SE400X | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics and imaging | ||
| Optical magnification | 3.5-45x | 5-10x |
| Zoom | Continuous, 0.7-4.5x | Fixed steps |
| Eyepieces | WH10x | WF5x and WF10x |
| Field of view | 65 mm | - |
| Working distance | 200 mm | 229 mm |
| Viewing and output | ||
| Head | Binocular | Binocular |
| Camera included | No | No |
| Stand and lighting | ||
| Stand | Pillar | Boom |
| Lights | Ring | Top |
| Light type | LED | - |