You may be able to simplify the selection process somewhat by buying your own external light source. When I was shopping for microscopes online a couple of years ago, Amazon helpfully suggested a $10-20 Ikea task light as an alternative to the bulky boxes that sell for several hundred dollars. They don't have adjustable focusing rings like some light sources, but you can move the lights around to manipulate shadows, and you can't beat the price: http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/20169658/
Heather On Fri, Sep 19, 2014 at 12:44 PM, Jessica_Deichmann?= < [email protected]> wrote: > To all my botanically inclined colleagues, > > I need to purchase a stereoscope that will be used in a lab/herbarium for > identifying plant (fern, tree, non-woody veg - everything) specimens. I > need something with a camera and would prefer something that has LED > lighting. Other than that, I have no idea where to start. It's important > to note that I will have to transport it internationally, so it would be > better if it weighed well under 50lbs. I would be greatful for any > suggestions or recommendations. > > Thanks in advance for your help, > > Jessie >
