OMAX G323
#10 in StereoFull review
A fixed-power binocular stereo with a long warranty and useful working distance. The halogen lights are a drawback next to LED models.
Amazon $355.99$355.99
The OMAX G323 is the better microscope overall, rated 3.0 to 2.7. The OMAX G323 leads on optics. The AmScope SE400X wins on working distance, features and price. The AmScope SE400X costs $116 less ($239.99 vs $355.99).
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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 OMAX G323 for optics (10x to 60x optical vs 5x to 10x optical).
- Choose the AmScope SE400X for working distance (229 mm working distance vs 120 mm working distance), features (top light, boom stand vs top light, under-stage light) and price ($239.99 vs $355.99).
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 | OMAX G323 | AmScope SE400X |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Price 10% | 45 $355.99 | 62 $239.99 |
| Optics 25% | 56 10x to 60x optical | 11 5x to 10x optical |
| Working distance 15% | 47 120 mm working distance | 100 229 mm working distance |
| Viewing 20% | 0 fixed steps, binocular head | 0 fixed steps, binocular head |
| Features 20% | 40 top light, under-stage light | 50 top light, boom stand |
| Warranty 10% | 100 5-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| OMAX G323 | AmScope SE400X | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics and imaging | ||
| Optical magnification | 10-60x | 5-10x |
| Zoom | Fixed steps | Fixed steps |
| Eyepieces | WF10x and WF20x | WF5x and WF10x |
| Field of view | 37.5 mm | - |
| Working distance | 120 mm | 229 mm |
| Viewing and output | ||
| Head | Binocular | Binocular |
| Camera included | No | No |
| Stand and lighting | ||
| Stand | Pillar | Boom |
| Lights | Top, Under-stage | Top |
| Light type | halogen | - |
| Build | ||
| Warranty | 5 years | - |