I have been looking at a range of different options. My friend has an old olympus monocular from the 1960s that would be a decent scope. The only question would be the mechanics.
I had a look at some Bresser scopes and I know one of our members, Seb, uses one and has posted several pictures of specimens taken with the setup so that is a good indicator of the quality.
What are the general experiences with the Bresser range. I have been considering the Science TRM...I know these scopes may not have infinity objectives but that doesn't matter at all to me.
Image quality is important, as is universal compatibility. I don't want to have to one day replace a bad objective to find that I can't replace it because of compatibility issues, or find that I can't replace an eyepiece for similar reasons.
Bresser microscopes...wanted to ask about them
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benjamind2014
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Hi benjamind2014,
vasselle has indeed taken some excellent photographs with his Bresser.
I believe he has a Researcher Bino. See links.
http://www.bresser.de/en/products/micro ... actid=2520
Is there a Bressler dealer near you?
As far as the 1960's Olympus monocular goes, if it is going very cheaply and you are able to try it out first, it might be worth a go. If nothing else it will serve as an introduction to microscopy and help you decide what you need in your next one.
vasselle has indeed taken some excellent photographs with his Bresser.
I believe he has a Researcher Bino. See links.
http://www.bresser.de/en/products/micro ... actid=2520
Is there a Bressler dealer near you?
As far as the 1960's Olympus monocular goes, if it is going very cheaply and you are able to try it out first, it might be worth a go. If nothing else it will serve as an introduction to microscopy and help you decide what you need in your next one.
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benjamind2014
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There is no Bresser dealer near me that would be able to order in for me. My options are basically Amazon or some other O/S vendor which although it does make me uncomfortable it may be the only option if I want to obtain one.
I've also had a look at a used Kyowa microlux-72 made in Japan. Unfortunately if the objectives need replacing I would need to also buy non-compensating eyepieces because the objectives that come with it require compensating eyepieces and I don't want to deal with compatibility issues. I am a universal man so to speak. The new Olympus scopes would fit me like a glove in that respect - no need to worry about having to buy special objectives just for that line of microscopes or eyepieces to specifically match.
I've also had a look at a used Kyowa microlux-72 made in Japan. Unfortunately if the objectives need replacing I would need to also buy non-compensating eyepieces because the objectives that come with it require compensating eyepieces and I don't want to deal with compatibility issues. I am a universal man so to speak. The new Olympus scopes would fit me like a glove in that respect - no need to worry about having to buy special objectives just for that line of microscopes or eyepieces to specifically match.
Have you considered looking for a dealer/dealers near you and then having a look at what they have? Though shopping online may seem cheaper, there is however a lot to be said for having someone to turn to if you have a query or a problem.
Think I found your Kyowa.
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Kyowa-Optica ... 1187835716
These medical resellers are not the best people to buy from, especially if you are starting out in microscopy.
By dealer I mean a specialist in new and used microscopes; someone who offers guarantees and service.
Think I found your Kyowa.
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Kyowa-Optica ... 1187835716
These medical resellers are not the best people to buy from, especially if you are starting out in microscopy.
By dealer I mean a specialist in new and used microscopes; someone who offers guarantees and service.
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benjamind2014
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Brunel Microscopes are very good and I did recently purchase an FM-31 clone from them as well as a portable handheld reflected light microscope. The outlay for these was reasonable. They are on their way and I should have them soon.
But I am still looking for a good benchtop scope. Maybe I should have a look at some of their offerings. I like what they are selling and they have a good solid reputation.
I plan to do microscopy both in the field and in the "lab" so to speak. I wanted the portables to carry around for when I go on long trips and when I am collecting specimens. I can study samples in a super thin petri dish with the FM-31 clone and the other handheld is useful for looking at wood, stone, insects, etc.
But I am still looking for a good benchtop scope. Maybe I should have a look at some of their offerings. I like what they are selling and they have a good solid reputation.
I plan to do microscopy both in the field and in the "lab" so to speak. I wanted the portables to carry around for when I go on long trips and when I am collecting specimens. I can study samples in a super thin petri dish with the FM-31 clone and the other handheld is useful for looking at wood, stone, insects, etc.