Microscopes
Looking for a microscope for hobby, school, or work? Browse various types of microscopes and accessories for the young learner, hobbyist, professional, or lab-worker.
For Beginners
Affordable, compact, and easy-to-use for kids, students, and beginners. Don’t forget the slides and accessories!
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Recommended for Kids
Little microscopes and kits that are fun and safe for kids. -
For Students & Adult Beginners
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Digital Microscopes for Beginners
Digital microscopes an easy way to get started. -
Accessories, Prepared Slides & Specimens
Want to get started right away but not sure how to prepare a slide yet? Start out with some pre-prepared slides.
Biological Microscopes
These are best used for observing biological specimens that are mounted on slides. Click here to view all biological microscopes.
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Binocular and Trinocular
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Prepared Biological Slides
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Blank Slides, Cover Slips, & Slide Storage Boxes
Save on blank slide and cover slip bulk packs and sets.
Digital Microscopes & Imaging Cameras
Photograph and view your specimens on a screen. Easy to on the eyes and are great for teaching or collaborative work.
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Kits with Cameras
Kits that include a camera and other accessories are great value for money. -
With Integrated LCD Screens
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Handheld Digital
These nifty little scopes will allow you to view slides or larger samples and project them onto a screen. -
Cameras & Adapters
Turn any microscope digital using these imaging cameras or by attaching your camera or smartphone to your microscope.
Gemological Microscopes & Magnifiers
Examine gemstones, rocks, and minerals easily.
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Gemological Microscopes
These are normally used for inspecting cut gemstones, minerals, and rocks. They usually have a darkfield condenser and are illuminated from the top and the bottom. -
Jeweller Loupes & Other Magnifiers
Inspect gemstones, stamps, coins, and other items with these high-quality, pocket-sized magnifiers. -
Rock & Mineral Samples
Start getting up close with your new rock collection.
Stereo & Low-Powered Microscopes
Get 3D views and plenty of working space with stereo microscopes, or a wider field of view of larger objects with low-powered microscopes. No need for slides.
Accessories & Consumables
Get the most out of your microscope with these accessories. Stock up consumables such as on blank microscope slides or immersion oil.
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AUD $149.99In Stock
Great introductory stereo microscope with 20x power 10x eyepieces with 2x objective lenses Metal head with coarse focusing knob Upper LED illumination for detailed viewing Two insect specimens included Two AA batteries included Learn More -
AUD $199.00In Stock
Encourage young scientists to explore the world around them with the saxon SBM ScienceSmart Biological Microscope.
This microscope features a built-in light and has three powerful magnification settings, making it a great addition to any home laboratory.
Powered by a choice of batteries or AC power, this portable microscope is suitable to use both indoors and outdoors.
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AUD $259.00In Stock
The saxon TKM ScienceSmart Biological Digital Microscope Kit is the picture perfect gift for scientists of all ages.
This biological microscope comes with 3 objectives of 4x, 10x and 40x, a Wide Field 10x eyepiece as well as a USB digital eyepiece.
Easy to use and a great way to start exploring the micro-organism world around us.
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AUD $229.00In Stock
Observe different objects around you with the saxon PSB X2 ScienceSmart Stero Microscope.
Adjustable eyepieces allow you to create a more comfortable fit so you can focus on the object you’re studying.
This stereo microscope is ideal to use at home or in the classroom.
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AUD $489.00In Stock
If you're looking for a moderate microscope with the bells and whistles, look no further than the saxon Prodigy MK II Biological Microscope 40x-1600x
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AUD $999.00In Stock
If you spend a great deal of time on biological research for academic or lab analysis, the saxon researcher compact biological microscope is the one to go for.
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AUD $1,299.00In Stock
For serious microscopy work, look no further than the saxon RBT Researcher Biological Microscope.
This beast of a microscope features a trinocular head, four objectives of 4X, 10X, 40XR and 100XR, individual eyepiece focusing, double-layered mechanical stage and coaxial coarse/fine controls to make it easy to operate the stage when you're viewing your object through the eyepiece.
This microscope promises versatility and durability for use at work, school or home.
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AUD $449.00In Stock
The saxon PSB X2-4 Deluxe Stereo Microscope is a good entry-level stereo microscope that's ideal for researchers of all ages.
This microscope comes with two magnifications of 20x and 40x, a 45-degree inclined binocular head and two illumination points to bring out the finer details of your object.
Housed in a rugged metal case, you can be sure of the durability and quality of this microscope.
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AUD $379.00In Stock
The saxon PSB X1-3 Deluxe Stereo Microscope is a great combination of affordability and reliability.
Featuring magnifications of 10x and 30x, you'll be able to view refined 3D images of your object thanks to the quality optics in this microscope.
This dependable microscope is suitable to be used both indoors and outdoors.
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AUD $999.00In Stock
The saxon RST Researcher Stereo Microscope is a solid stereo microscope designed for serious use with a digital imaging feature.
This trinocular-head microscope features individually-focused eyepieces with a magnification range of 10x to 40x. You'll also benefit from a variable upper and base illumination to help highlight different views of your object.
This sturdy, well-built microscope combines quality optics, durability and ease-of-use, making it a must-have for any serious scientist.
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