Ok, now I gotta buy me a Dino-Lite...

coinpictures · February 19, 2008 2:02PM

First there was coinsarefun's thread.

Then there was poorguy's thread.

And most recently we have BECOKA's thread.

All 3 threads refer to Dino-Lites. Coinsarefun's thread refers to the 0.3 megapixel model 311, whereas the other two I believe refer to the 1.2 megapixel 411 model (there's 311/313 and 411/413, but I don't see any spec differences between the 11 and 13 of the same series).

Doing some scouring about the net I found this review posed last week. Check out the sample pictures from that review and the commentary that accompanies them. This thing really has some clarity and depth of focus... much better than any of the USB cameras that you add to a stereo miscroscope (I've tried a couple).

So I guess I gotta have one.

What's the cheapest price anyone has found on the 413?

The cheapest I've found thus far for the AM411T is $329 shipped from Mohawk Medical Mall (one of the recommended vendors on the manufacturer web site). The flex stand is $39 shipped as well.

EDIT: Here is a web page that compares shots of the same objects from the 311 and 411 models side by side.

ArizonaJack · February 19, 2008 2:03PM

yep....im convinced as well, will be shopping around

BlindedByEgo · February 19, 2008 2:08PM

<< 
What's the cheapest price anyone has found on the 413? >>

Although I suppose I should care, it really doesn't matter - 'cause I gotta have one regardless

.

BECOKA · February 19, 2008 3:04PM

It's a breeze to setup and lots of fun.

Coxe · February 19, 2008 3:07PM

Might as well get one to add to the arsenal. Maybe it can be on 7/24 as my DMPL cam or something too.

notwilight · February 19, 2008 3:09PM

<< Might as well get one to add to the arsenal. Maybe it can be on 7/24 as my DMPL cam or something too. >>

If I was a Morgan guy I would have bought one at the show. --Jerry

Coxe · February 19, 2008 3:14PM

<< 

<< Might as well get one to add to the arsenal. Maybe it can be on 7/24 as my DMPL cam or something too. >>

If I was a Morgan guy I would have bought one at the show. --Jerry >>

My wife called me to remind me to check them out and get one. I was at the show from opening to closing Friday and still forgot to stop by and see one. Amazing I can find my way home huh.

notwilight · February 19, 2008 3:22PM

I stumbled on them at the show and resisted as I don't really have a need my DSLR can't handle (with the help of MgoodM3's reverseing adapter super macro). But it's a cool toy. also consider the celestron digital microscope that someone posted for $300. --Jerry

coinsarefun · February 19, 2008 5:23PM

<< First there was coinsarefun's thread.

Then there was poorguy's thread.

And most recently we have BECOKA's thread.

All 3 threads refer to Dino-Lites. Coinsarefun's thread refers to the 0.3 megapixel model 311, whereas the other two I believe refer to the 1.2 megapixel 411 model (there's 311/313 and 411/413, but I don't see any spec differences between the 11 and 13 of the same series).

Doing some scouring about the net I found this review posed last week. Check out the sample pictures from that review and the commentary that accompanies them. This thing really has some clarity and depth of focus... much better than any of the USB cameras that you add to a stereo miscroscope (I've tried a couple).

So I guess I gotta have one.

What's the cheapest price anyone has found on the 413?

The cheapest I've found thus far for the AM411T is $329 shipped from Mohawk Medical Mall (one of the recommended vendors on the manufacturer web site). The flex stand is $39 shipped as well.

EDIT: Here is a web page that compares shots of the same objects from the 311 and 411 models side by side. >>

I liked mine because it was the middle price($200) and I was at the show

Maybe because I don't need or use the scope all the time so the difference in price can go towards.....anything else

like coins or the slots at Vegas this weekend

curly · February 20, 2008 12:37AM

coinsarefun, sister, those folks owe you a break on something. Because of your thread I just ordered the AM413T and the MS21W stand.

Tootawl · February 20, 2008 12:45AM

I wonder if they will have a table in Baltimore next week.

blueifalcon · February 20, 2008 12:49AM

It's on its way as I type.

Boothill40 · February 20, 2008 12:55AM

Ordered the 311S W/flex stand, based on coinsarefun's pics this should be all I need. $199.00 plus shipping.

mrearlygold · February 20, 2008 1:33AM

Yup, gotta buy one

Batman23 · February 20, 2008 1:38AM

<< Ordered the 311S W/flex stand, based on coinsarefun's pics this should be all I need. $199.00 plus shipping. >>

This is a good thread about a nice setup. I see that quite a few are being considered/ordered. The deal for $199 looks very inviteing. Where did you find this deal?

ahooka454 · February 20, 2008 1:39AM

Mine too is on the way as we speak. I am wondering if Ill use my zoom scope anymore though?

Amigo · February 20, 2008 2:41AM

I wonder how these on ebay compare. Same 1.3 meg, stand included for $76

Anyone buy one of these ?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=200198817013&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=010

Boothill40 · February 20, 2008 2:46AM

<< 

<< Ordered the 311S W/flex stand, based on coinsarefun's pics this should be all I need. $199.00 plus shipping. >>

This is a good thread about a nice setup. I see that quite a few are being considered/ordered. The deal for $199 looks very inviteing. Where did you find this deal? >>

I went to ThinkGeek.com one of the recommended sellers, I will post pics in the next day or so when I have some free time.

Edit to add: Price was $216.74 shipped for the AM-311S with MS21W stand

coinpictures · February 20, 2008 2:53AM

<< I wonder how these on ebay compare. Same 1.3 meg, stand included for $76

Anyone buy one of these ?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=200198817013&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=010 >>

Looks interesting. My first reactions:

1. Only has 4 LED lights instead of 8 as the Dino-Lites do.

2. No indication of whether individual lights can be turned off or if it's an all-or-nothing proposition.

3. Pictures do not seem as sharp as the ones that the AM411 provide.

Still, for less than $100 shipped it might be fun to try...

Boothill40 · February 20, 2008 1:44PM

My Dino-Lite 311S was waiting for me when I got home so here's some pics I took ten minutes after opening the box, should get better with practice but still very easy to use.

Edit to add: deleted pics from photobucket so they're gone from here to.

Griv · February 20, 2008 1:53PM

I've decided I need one of those crazy Dino-Lites after seeing the awsome close-up shots. I've been working to try to get closer using my digital camera and I know some of your guys seem to be able to take incredible pictures with anything including a disposible camera, but still I struggle. This Dino-Lite seems to be the ticket or at least sounds like it might be. Post some Dino-Pics!

TAClough · February 20, 2008 1:53PM

<< My Dino-Lite 311S was waiting for me when I got home so here's some pics I took ten minutes after opening the box, should get better with practice but still very easy to use. >>

All I see are three white boxes with a red X in each one

TAClough · February 20, 2008 1:55PM

Boothill40,

Could you post a picture of the whole obverse or reverse of a silver dollar taken with your new Dino Lite?

Boothill40 · February 20, 2008 2:06PM

Here's a quick one I just took

TAClough · February 20, 2008 2:13PM

Thanks!

Glad to see that the whole coin can be in the picture.

coinsarefun · February 20, 2008 2:16PM

Dino-Lite is DynooooMite

Stefanie

Coxe · February 20, 2008 2:18PM

<< Dino-Lite is DynooooMite

Stefanie >>

I had thought JJ Walker could do their ads actually.

Moki · February 20, 2008 2:28PM

I'm a believer! I'll order mine as soon as I decide which model I want . . .

Someone who is tired of flipping mint products ought to buy some cases of these and sell them on eBay to coin collectors . . . or on BST.

coinsarefun · February 20, 2008 2:39PM

<< I'm a believer! I'll order mine as soon as I decide which model I want . . .

Someone who is tired of flipping mint products ought to buy some cases of these and sell them on eBay to coin collectors . . . or on BST. >>

That's what I told the guy who was selling them at the L.B. show to do last week.

Stefanie

coinpictures · February 20, 2008 11:21PM

Just got confirmation that my 411T shipped from Mohawk Medical Supply yesterday via UPS. Since I just ordered it yesterday morning, I'm impressed with their turnaround.

DIN AM411T Dino-Lite Handheld Digital Microscope 1 $329.00

Stand : MS21B $39.00

Shipping: Shipping Charge : $0.00

Sales Tax : $0.00

Total: $368.00

lkrarecoins · February 21, 2008 12:00AM

Geez.....Dino-lite should have bought some advertising space during the Superbowl!!!

If this is a publicly traded company, I need to know!!!

I will be buying one of these shortly.....just biding my time

ricko · February 21, 2008 12:18AM

Excellent pictures.. Guess I have to add one of these to my tool box. Cheers, RickO

Coxe · February 21, 2008 1:21AM

I got the 411T too. Well, I ordered it.

Zoins · February 21, 2008 1:27AM

I wonder if a discount could be arranged for forum, CC, and/or ANA members!

Amigo · February 21, 2008 7:43AM

Thanks for the information everyone. Great info.

I grew tired of the paralisis of analysis and decided to buy the $75 model from ebay. It was around 95 with shipping. 1.3 meg also. Price includes stand. Only has 4 led lights that can not be shut off. The lights won't bother me so much I don't think, I plan to disconnect or cover them and use my lighting for more natural coloring.

I decided to go cheap because I figure before long that their will be a 3mg model with more features. Less than a hundred on price makes for an ez upgrade. I purchased a $39 cyclops from toys r us that worked out great, it just doesn't have a usb camera. Sometimes you get great value for low price, I hope this camera will be one of them.

I'll post some photos after I receive the item.

direwolf1972 · February 21, 2008 2:09PM

<< I wonder how these on ebay compare. Same 1.3 meg, stand included for $76

Anyone buy one of these ?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=200198817013&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=010 >>

Link

If anyone buys one of these can they post results?

jsf · February 22, 2008 12:07AM

Mineralogical Research Company (MinResCo) has a special this week on the 411T, $299.00; they're one of the places to order from noted on the BigC website for Dino-Lites;

one ordered

guym · February 29, 2008 3:53AM

ordered the 413T

derryb · February 29, 2008 1:59PM

The dino lite handheld digital microscope series is best explained here:

Dino-Lites

You want the 400 series for the 1.3MP resolution
You don't need the measurement feature with coin photography
Ultraviolet LEDs are available on some models (not sure what affect that has on shooting coins)
The microtouch trigger is a nice feature.
Not sure, but the AM413TL working distance feature might be a plus when shooting coins.
Also be aware that the supplier does set a "minimum advertised price" for each product that resellers, under a signed agreement, cannot advertise below.
I can tell you that one of the suppliers LINKED in this thread is at that minimum advertised price (you ain't gonna find it advertised any cheaper).

I personally am undecided. My objective is the shooting the whole coin. There does seem to be some reflectivity issue with the LEDs (they can be turned off).

So, you dino-liters keep posting pics (along with your model number) and likes and dislikes with your particular model and hopefully we can narrow down the choices.

pf70collector · February 29, 2008 2:06PM

Bought the 411 at the Baltimore Show today. Its great. Franklin using the Dino-Lite 411 from BigC.com

RR · February 29, 2008 2:10PM

Will it take a picture of the entire slab?
If so, can someone please post a picture?

Thanks.

Rick

jsf · February 29, 2008 3:06PM

Anybody else have your computer do an automatic update for the D-lite, only to have the program freeze and fail to open afterward?

I had to remove the whole shooting match and reload from disc. So far this thing hasn't wanted to auto-update again, thankfully...

model 411T - v.2.3.0.0

Vista

ksteelheader · February 29, 2008 8:34PM

<< Will it take a picture of the entire slab?
If so, can someone please post a picture?

Thanks.

Rick >>

At the show, they said no.

atom48coin · February 29, 2008 9:49PM

Besides the question as to whether the Dino-lite can take a picture of the whole slab (which I'm curious about, too), has anyone looked into the difference between the T and the TL models? The TL model indicates it has a "greater working distance," but I can't find much more info about what this means in application. Also, what happens between the 10-50x and 200x range? If anyone can give more details I'd appreciate it. Thanks.

ksteelheader · February 29, 2008 9:57PM

<< Besides the question as to whether the Dino-lite can take a picture of the whole slab (which I'm curious about, too), has anyone looked into the difference between the T and the TL models? The TL model indicates it has a "greater working distance," but I can't find much more info about what this means in application. Also, what happens between the 10-50x and 200x range? If anyone can give more details I'd appreciate it. Thanks. >>

Read my response above your post.

Ok, now I gotta buy me a Dino-Lite...

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