Celestron Labs S10-60
#11 in StereoFull review
A sturdy classroom and hobby stereo for insects, rocks and coins. A zoom stereo suits soldering better.
Amazon $195.76$195.76
10-60xBinocular
2.7/5
A low-power stereo scope with a long reach, for large parts, carving and assembly. Pick a zoom scope if you need more magnification.
- 5-10xResolution / magnification
- 229 mmWorking distance
- BinocularScreen / head
- BoomStand
Check price at Amazon$239.99
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- 9 in of working distance fits large parts and tools
- Boom arm swings the head over a big workpiece
- Low 5x power shows a wide area
Cons
- Tops out at 10x
- No camera port
- No warranty listed
How it scores
The rating comes from 6 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | SE400X |
|---|---|
| Optics and imaging | |
| Optical magnification | 5-10x |
| Zoom | Fixed steps |
| Eyepieces | WF5x and WF10x |
| Working distance | 229 mm |
| Viewing and output | |
| Head | Binocular |
| Camera included | No |
| Stand and lighting | |
| Stand | Boom |
| Lights | Top |
Alternatives in this type
SWIFT S306S-20-2L
#12 in StereoFull review
A fixed-step binocular stereo for hobbies, coins and dissection. Fine for looking, less handy for soldering.
Amazon $229.99$229.99
20-80xBinocular
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
20-40x57 mmBinocular
Compare
Compare the AmScope SE400X with any other microscope →
More from AmScope: every AmScope product ranked.