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 2.4. The AmScope SM-1BSX-64S leads on viewing, optics and features. The AmScope SM-1BSX-64S costs $178.06 less ($449.99 vs $628.05).
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Bresser Biorit ICD-CS
#15 in StereoFull review
A long-reach, low-power stereo for large objects, carving and assembly work. Its price is high for the magnification.
Amazon $628.05$628.05
Which should you buy?
- Choose the AmScope SM-1BSX-64S for viewing (continuous zoom, binocular head vs fixed steps, binocular head), optics (3.5x to 45x optical vs 5x to 20x optical) and features (LED ring light vs top light).
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 | Bresser Biorit ICD-CS |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.4/5 |
| Price 10% | 35 $449.99 | 20 $628.05 |
| Optics 25% | 57 3.5x to 45x optical | 21 5x to 20x optical |
| Working distance 15% | 100 200 mm working distance | 100 250 mm working distance |
| Viewing 20% | 60 continuous zoom, binocular head | 0 fixed steps, binocular head |
| Features 20% | 30 LED ring light | 20 top light |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| AmScope SM-1BSX-64S | Bresser Biorit ICD-CS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics and imaging | ||
| Optical magnification | 3.5-45x | 5-20x |
| Zoom | Continuous, 0.7-4.5x | Fixed steps |
| Eyepieces | WH10x | - |
| Field of view | 65 mm | - |
| Working distance | 200 mm | 250 mm |
| Viewing and output | ||
| Head | Binocular | Binocular |
| Camera included | No | No |
| Stand and lighting | ||
| Stand | Pillar | Swivel arm |
| Lights | Ring | Top |
| Light type | LED | LED |