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 2.6. The AmScope SM-1BSX-64S leads on working distance, viewing and optics. The OMAX G223E wins on price and features. The OMAX G223E costs $239 less ($210.99 vs $449.99).
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OMAX G223E
#14 in StereoFull review
A portable binocular stereo for field and classroom use with a long warranty. Its short working distance rules it out for repair work.
Amazon $210.99$210.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the AmScope SM-1BSX-64S for working distance (200 mm working distance vs 57 mm working distance), viewing (continuous zoom, binocular head vs fixed steps, binocular head) and optics (3.5x to 45x optical vs 20x to 40x optical).
- Choose the OMAX G223E for price ($210.99 vs $449.99) and features (top light, under-stage light vs LED ring 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 | OMAX G223E |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Price 10% | 35 $449.99 | 68 $210.99 |
| Optics 25% | 57 3.5x to 45x optical | 25 20x to 40x optical |
| Working distance 15% | 100 200 mm working distance | 5 57 mm working distance |
| Viewing 20% | 60 continuous zoom, binocular head | 0 fixed steps, binocular head |
| Features 20% | 30 LED ring light | 40 top light, under-stage light |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| AmScope SM-1BSX-64S | OMAX G223E | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics and imaging | ||
| Optical magnification | 3.5-45x | 20-40x |
| Zoom | Continuous, 0.7-4.5x | Fixed steps |
| Eyepieces | WH10x | WF10x and WF20x |
| Field of view | 65 mm | 10 mm |
| Working distance | 200 mm | 57 mm |
| Viewing and output | ||
| Head | Binocular | Binocular |
| Camera included | No | No |
| Stand and lighting | ||
| Stand | Pillar | Pillar |
| Lights | Ring | Top, Under-stage |
| Light type | LED | LED |
| Build | ||
| Warranty | - | 5 years |