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 3.0. The AmScope SM-1BSX-64S leads on viewing and working distance. The OMAX G323 wins on features and price. The OMAX G323 costs $94 less ($355.99 vs $449.99).
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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
Which should you buy?
- Choose the AmScope SM-1BSX-64S for viewing (continuous zoom, binocular head vs fixed steps, binocular head) and working distance (200 mm working distance vs 120 mm working distance).
- Choose the OMAX G323 for features (top light, under-stage light vs LED ring light) and price ($355.99 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 | OMAX G323 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Price 10% | 35 $449.99 | 45 $355.99 |
| Optics 25% | 57 3.5x to 45x optical | 56 10x to 60x optical |
| Working distance 15% | 100 200 mm working distance | 47 120 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 G323 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics and imaging | ||
| Optical magnification | 3.5-45x | 10-60x |
| Zoom | Continuous, 0.7-4.5x | Fixed steps |
| Eyepieces | WH10x | WF10x and WF20x |
| Field of view | 65 mm | 37.5 mm |
| Working distance | 200 mm | 120 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 | halogen |
| Build | ||
| Warranty | - | 5 years |