Anaconda - Best Coin Toy of 2008. Dino X Lite Digital Microscope.

poorguy · February 18, 2008 8:15AM

Hands Down it is the Dino X Lite. It is a digital Microscope with 230x maginification, a superb resolution, and amazingly quick install bundled with an outstanding no-frills capture and viewing software. Here's a shot of the date on a Morgan. I actually had to resize it down from 1280x1024 to 800 pixels wide to make it easier to post. I outuputted to my 56" 1080p television and played around with it last night and was so impressed, I thought I would share it here. I've been searching for one for a while but was always disappointed when I saw the product. No let-downs here. It's everything I could want in a digital microscope.

Date on a Morgan:

Date on a Proof Half Dime (HALF DIME):

Barndog · February 18, 2008 8:16AM

does it work with Vista and XP?

pontiacinf · February 18, 2008 8:16AM

nice brandon, you have info on this dino lite?

claychaser · February 18, 2008 8:18AM

Works on XP on the laptop just fine.

My YN plans on shooting some insect pictures for school science projects. He dragged Dad (me) and Brandon over to the table at LB to check these out. He should get commission from the Dino people!

pontiacinf · February 18, 2008 8:18AM

I only ask because Richard wants me to start buying half dimes, but I need the microscope to actually see whats on em!

poorguy · February 18, 2008 8:20AM

<< Works on XP on the laptop just fine.

My YN plans on shooting some insect pictures for school science projects. He dragged Dad (me) and Brandon over to the table at LB to check these out. He should get commission from the Dino people! >>

Actually, I'm glad you chimed in. Claychaser and his son found it at Long Beach and told me about it. I then forgot and they came to my table 20 minutes before we had to leave and I went with them to check it out. I was so impressed, I bought one on the spot. (And I'm rarely impressed). I was more impressed with his son's interest in U.S. Coins. When he's ready to start working, let me know.

JJM · February 18, 2008 8:21AM

WOW !

Bochiman · February 18, 2008 8:22AM

Looks familiar

...different model though. Same company. Same type of unit.

19Lyds · February 18, 2008 8:26AM

<< nice brandon, you have info on this dino lite? >>

Here's the Web Page.

STONE · February 18, 2008 8:31AM

What would something like this run someone ($ wise) these days?

Looks like something that would be helpful and not eye straining.

poorguy · February 18, 2008 8:36AM

They run anywhere from $170 (I believe) to $500 for the heavy duty model.

Oooh This Is FUUUUUUN!

Little Tiny Half Dime again.

STONE · February 18, 2008 8:38AM

WOW, thanks Brandon. (More than I thought, hoping $100 or less

)

I'll put it into consideration.

mrearlygold · February 18, 2008 8:39AM

Wow!

poorguy · February 18, 2008 8:41AM

<< WOW, thanks Brandon. (More than I thought, hoping $100 or less

)

I'll put it into consideration. >>

Got to put up the $$ for the quality. My kids have a TV telescope that looks like a big green eye. This baby eats a bowl of them for breakfast!

TwoSides2aCoin · February 18, 2008 8:53AM

Neato

cmerlo1 · February 18, 2008 8:57AM

I got mine from opticsplanet.com for $129 + postage...it's a lesser model, but it still takes great pics. I had to download Vista drivers for it online, as it didn't come with them...

Here's the thread I did when I got it...

Here's the thread I did when I got it...

FullStepJeffs · February 18, 2008 9:22AM

I just bought one of the 413's... can't wait to get it in.

Steve

Broadstruck · February 18, 2008 9:32AM

Cool gadget... thanks for the update!

jessewvu · February 18, 2008 10:17AM

I just ordered one. I have some nice old pennies to look at with this thing!

BECOKA · February 18, 2008 10:22AM

I ordered one last week after another thread about them got started.. They shipped it same day.

seemyauction · February 18, 2008 10:47AM

Can you take an image of the whole coin with that gismo?

I'm gonna get something......but it sure would be nice to be able to image the whole coin and closeups....

koynekwest · February 18, 2008 11:08AM

Looks like it's really accurate with color. I'm strongly considering a purchase of one of the higher resolution models.

direwolf1972 · February 18, 2008 11:19AM

Brandon,

I'm thinking about getting one of these. A couple of quick questions if you don't mind. What settings are possible for magnification? From what I can tell its variable (anywhere between 10-200x) but just wanted to make sure. Whats the largest area of a coin you are able to capture?

Goldbully · February 18, 2008 11:29AM

Brandon, I have a $200 credit with Amazon.....which Dino-Lite should I buy from this list??

Or any one else with knowledge on this "cool tool"!!!!!

Amazon Link

coinkid855 · February 18, 2008 11:43AM

I'm thinking I might get one of these....not sure though...Kind of expensive...

-Paul

rec78 · February 18, 2008 11:53AM

Here is another Thread on this.
I think that Stephanie and Brandon should get a commission - These two threads will sell quite a few of these. I will get one also. This is exciting as it will make macro photography rather easy. Bob
Kinda makes the digital camera macro obsolete.

poorguy · February 18, 2008 12:27PM

I picked up the $500 model. It's the most durable and has the highest resolution 1280x1024 (huge if you're a .jpg nerd like me). Why skimp on a tool this impressive?

<< "I'm thinking about getting one of these. A couple of quick questions if you don't mind. What settings are possible for magnification? From what I can tell its variable (anywhere between 10-200x) but just wanted to make sure. Whats the largest area of a coin you are able to capture? " >>

The magnification is based on distance. Treat the side bar as a focus as you move closer or farther away. Easy as pie.

I haven't tried to put a whole coin under the light. I haven't even used the stand yet. THOSE PICS ABOVE WERE JUST USING MY HAND HOLDING IT. STILL SHARP AS A CRYSTAL. I'm sure if you hold the scope far enough away it will show the entire coin. However, I'm not sure if the focal range will allow you to shift that far away.

The magnification on mine is between 10 and 230x. However, I can't get it to focus good higher than 200x.

STONE · February 18, 2008 12:32PM

Does anyone know if there will be a table set up at the ANA Phoenix show in a few weeks with these?

I'll do a search right after this, but if they are there I will certainly check them out and likely buy one.
I can't imagine the looks on the faces of some of my coin club members (the older ones more than the younger ones).

Goldbully · February 18, 2008 12:39PM

I'm thinking this AM313 will do just fine for me.

Affordable, has measurement feature, and 8 white LEDS!!!!

I guess the $49 stand is a needed accessory!!

Link

BigC Link

poorguy · February 18, 2008 12:40PM

<< Does anyone know if there will be a table set up at the ANA Phoenix show in a few weeks with these?

I'll do a search right after this, but if they are there I will certainly check them out and likely buy one.
I can't imagine the looks on the faces of some of my coin club members (the older ones more than the younger ones). >>

I just turned 27 last Wednesday and I'm stunned at the quality of this gadget.

One more thing that really stands out as a strong point to this scope. The software that comes with it is top notch. Very user friendly. Double Click, it comes up and the screen is already filled with what's under the magnifier. Simple click to capture (.jpg) or click to record (.avi). Also, I noticed while playing around with it is constant white balance, contrast/brightness adjustment, and focusing sharpness filters running simulaneously. This is a huge factor in my satisfaction, and coming from someone who's imaged over 5,000 coins, this is an amazing achievement for an imaging program.

poorguy · February 18, 2008 12:48PM

Man, I left it at work and I want to play with it now. I'm kind of bummed.

Man it is so badazz on the big tv.

Don't bother getting the tv only model. It's got a lower resolution. Get the good model and use the TV (S-Video) out on your laptop. That way you'll get the best of both models.

ahooka454 · February 18, 2008 12:50PM

Happy late Bday. I just turned 26. Its no fun getting old huh? I love this model. I order one myself. I have a zoom scope, but this just seemed to cool.

direwolf1972 · February 18, 2008 1:17PM

Thanks for the reply. Sounds like something I want to get soon. Wonder if I could rig my QX3 stand up to where I could do variable focus lengths.

mnmcoin · February 18, 2008 1:35PM

<< I picked up the $500 model. It's the most durable and has the highest resolution 1280x1024 (huge if you're a .jpg nerd like me). Why skimp on a tool this impressive?

<< "I'm thinking about getting one of these. A couple of quick questions if you don't mind. What settings are possible for magnification? From what I can tell its variable (anywhere between 10-200x) but just wanted to make sure. Whats the largest area of a coin you are able to capture? " >>

The magnification is based on distance. Treat the side bar as a focus as you move closer or farther away. Easy as pie.

I haven't tried to put a whole coin under the light. I haven't even used the stand yet. THOSE PICS ABOVE WERE JUST USING MY HAND HOLDING IT. STILL SHARP AS A CRYSTAL. I'm sure if you hold the scope far enough away it will show the entire coin. However, I'm not sure if the focal range will allow you to shift that far away.

The magnification on mine is between 10 and 230x. However, I can't get it to focus good higher than 200x. >>

Brandon, this website says it only goes to 200x...what does it say in the manual or on the box.

I was checking this model out as being the top of the line, but kept getting a little gun shy wondering if that one was overkill thinking the 311 would get the job done. What made you settle on this model over the lesser models?

morris

poorguy · February 18, 2008 1:43PM

<< 

<< I picked up the $500 model. It's the most durable and has the highest resolution 1280x1024 (huge if you're a .jpg nerd like me). Why skimp on a tool this impressive?

<< "I'm thinking about getting one of these. A couple of quick questions if you don't mind. What settings are possible for magnification? From what I can tell its variable (anywhere between 10-200x) but just wanted to make sure. Whats the largest area of a coin you are able to capture? " >>

The magnification is based on distance. Treat the side bar as a focus as you move closer or farther away. Easy as pie.

I haven't tried to put a whole coin under the light. I haven't even used the stand yet. THOSE PICS ABOVE WERE JUST USING MY HAND HOLDING IT. STILL SHARP AS A CRYSTAL. I'm sure if you hold the scope far enough away it will show the entire coin. However, I'm not sure if the focal range will allow you to shift that far away.

The magnification on mine is between 10 and 230x. However, I can't get it to focus good higher than 200x. >>

Brandon, this website says it only goes to 200x...what does it say in the manual or on the box.

I was checking this model out as being the top of the line, but kept getting a little gun shy wondering if that one was overkill thinking the 311 would get the job done. What made you settle on this model over the lesser models?

morris >>

The heavy duty construction of the better scope. Higher quality materials with a more durable shell and connections. Why skimp on a tool this cool?

mnmcoin · February 18, 2008 1:45PM

Good point.

morris

Moki · February 18, 2008 4:05PM

Thanks for sharing. I'm definitely getting one!

I think these instruments will significantly increase the interest in and discovery of varieties. Can't wait to try it on some of the ones I have.

coinkid855 · February 19, 2008 10:35AM

I want more pictures

-Paul

STONE · February 19, 2008 11:23AM

I'll second it before it dies tonight.

seemyauction · February 20, 2008 1:08AM

Can you take an image of the whole coin with it?

TAClough · February 20, 2008 8:39AM

<< Can you take an image of the whole coin with it? >>

I would like to know this too! Could anyone post a picture taken with one of these of a whole silver dollar or half?

Thanks

Anaconda - Best Coin Toy of 2008. Dino X Lite Digital Microscope.

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