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Celestron – PentaView LCD Digital Microscope – 4.3" Screen – 5MP Camera – 40x–2400x Magnification – Rotating Head – SD Card Included –TV Output – Ideal for Slides, Labs, Classrooms, Biology, Education

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Style: PentaView LCD Digital Micro


Features

  • 4.3" LCD SCREEN MOUNTED ON 180 ROTATING HEAD: View specimens in vivid detail without eyepieces and easily rotate the screen to share observations in group or classroom settings.
  • 5MP DIGITAL CAMERA WITH VIDEO RECORDING: Capture high-resolution still images and smooth 20 fps video directly to an SD cardideal for documentation and presentations.
  • MAGNIFICATION UP TO 2400X: Features 4x, 10x, 20x, 40x, and a detached 60x objective lenses combined with a 10x digital eyepiece for optical powers up to 600x. Use 4x digital zoom on the LCD screen to reach 2400x total.
  • ADJUSTABLE MECHANICAL STAGE WITH ILLUMINATION: Easily move and position slides with the precision-controlled mechanical stage, while the bottom LED lighting provides bright, adjustable illumination for optimal viewing.
  • 8 GB SD CARD AND TV OUTPUT INCLUDED: Save images and videos to the included SD card or display on a TV or monitor via AV output for large-scale viewing.
  • DUAL POWER OPTIONS FOR FLEXIBILITY: Operates on 4 AA batteries (not included) for use in the field or plugs into the wall with the included international AC adapterperfect for home, classroom, or on-the-go exploration.
  • UNBEATABLE WARRANTY & SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from Celestron, a leading telescope brand in California since 1960. Your purchase includes a 2-Year US Warranty and unlimited support from our team of US-based experts.

Description

The Celestron PentaView LCD Digital Microscope is a powerful, full-featured biological microscope designed for classrooms, labs, and hobbyists. With a 4.3" full-color LCD screen mounted on a 180° rotating head, multiple users can view specimens simultaneously—perfect for group learning or collaborative environments. The screen eliminates the need for eyepieces and reduces eye and neck strain during extended use. The microscope includes a 5MP digital camera sensor that captures sharp still images and 20 fps video. Capture and save your observations directly to the included SD card or connect the microscope to a monitor using the TV output for large-scale viewing. Image resolution up to 3648x2048 pixels ensures excellent clarity, even on bigger screens. The rotating turret includes 4x, 10x, 20x, 40x, and a detachable 60x lens. Combined with the 10x eyepiece and 4x digital zoom, the PentaView offers total magnification up to 2400x. This makes the PentaView ideal for examining slides containing cells, tissue, protozoa, and more. The fully adjustable mechanical stage allows precise slide positioning, while coarse and fine focus knobs ensure crisp imaging. Just below the stage, there is a built-in 6-position filter wheel that includes color and aperture filters to enhance contrast and control lighting for clearer specimen viewing. An adjustable bottom LED illuminator beneath the mechanical stage provides bright, even lighting—ideal for viewing translucent specimens on prepared slides. Power the microscope using the included international AC adapter or go cordless with 4 AA batteries (not included), offering flexibility for use indoors or in the field. The microscope comes with 7 prepared slides, two cables, a touch pen, a dust cover, and a rugged canvas carrying case—everything you need to start exploring the microscopic world.

Light Source Type: LED


Model Name: PentaView LCD Digital Microscope


Material: LCD Desktop


Color: Black


Product Dimensions: 7"L x 5.5"W x 13"H


Real Angle of View: 180 Degrees


Magnification Maximum: 600 x


Item Weight: 4.2 Pounds


Voltage: 240 Volts


Brand: Celestron


Product Dimensions: 7 x 5.5 x 13 inches


Item Weight: 4.18 pounds


Item model number: 44348


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: March 20, 2009


Manufacturer: Celestron


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  • Perfect for reptile DIY fecal smears and floats
Style: LCD Digital Micro II
This microscope (44341) works to screen for fecal parasites and protozoa in my reptile. The value for the money is the best and the LCD screen is way better than trying to strain/focus your eyes in a lens. Can't beat being able to take photos and video instantly. I didn't want to have to worry about installing some old software and hookup via USB to see and switch between PC and scope/knobs. It gets the job done, and fine focus isn't really needed for the 400x (but wouldn't hurt). I bet it is needed for a 600x like in the Pentaview. You can see almost anything with 400x. I believe the QC isn't the best as my first scope I got had loose tension on the stage knob so it would droop (as others have noted), and the camera lens had an artifact. I wasn't having it, so I got an exchange - the difference is night and day. I now have one with proper tension and perfect camera image. Let it be known that Celestron made this with proper tension - however, who knows how many have the droop issue... Summary: Pros +LCD screen looks great +Plenty of options (exposure, zoom, etc) +Photos are high resolution, videos are 30fps and look good +See protozoa, flagellates, parasites, worms, eggs etc. +Sleek design Cons - Quality control issues? Stage may droop, camera lens may be bad - seek an exchange. - Photo and video recording will turn off and crash the system if batteries are running low - no way to tell if power is low as light strength stays the same. A sensor would have been nice if possible. - The top LED light is not useful enough to see the top of objects/insects. Very faint on the highest exposure; you must use your own flashlight/spotlight to get the desired effect. Note: Higher magnifications close in on the stage too much for it to matter. Use lowest (40x) only. -+ Not really a con but I wish they made this model with fine focus so you aren't paying upwards of $300 just to have it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2018 by Ultragamer

  • Pretty Good Digital Biological Microscope
Style: PentaView LCD Digital Micro
It is a lower-end biological microscope, but it is perfectly adequate for education use and even some less critical real biological work. It is certainly much better than most cheap educational microscopes or the abysmal toy ones. The hardware is definitely a little dated in the sense the LCD display resolution is low and the illumination is a bit dim for the highest magnifications, it uses a mini-B USB connector, etc. The saved files are fine, but focus perfection would be easier with a bit more resolution on the display device. I like that the screen stylus has a mounting spot on the top of the body. The top-side illuminator is basically useless, but it is rarely useful anyway. The stage backlash is a bit annoying, but you get used to it. The focus vernier on my unit was tight, no sign of the slippage some comments mention, maybe even too tight really, I suspect it can be adjusted but I haven't tried yet. I don't love the colour balance options especially when combined with the colour filter wheel. The aperture options are OK, the condenser isn't otherwise adjustable. I suspect it doesn't support modern larger capacity SD cards but that isn't a bit deal. I haven't tried using the battery supply or USB data options. The carrying case and dust cover are actually quite good for the price I didn't expect them at all. I have a much fancier real biological microscope which is obviously much better technically, but for a lot of stuff this scope is great. All in all I am glad I purchased it, I can take it in the field with me and not worry too much if I wreck it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2021 by Alan Yates

  • Only will last a couple times then screen stops responding
Style: PentaView LCD Digital Micro
The media could not be loaded. Lasted a year only used a handful of times. Always stored properly in its case with the original Styrofoam numbers.. way too expensive to only last a little while
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2025 by Mr reviews Mr reviews

  • Some limitations but cool and great for the price.
Style: LCD Digital Micro II
Great for the price. No fine adjustment but that would only be an issue at very high power. There are fine movement controls for the slides. You have several magnifications digitally on the monitor at every lens power. Screen is clear. There are 2 light sources one from the top one from the bottom. The monitor controls are awkward in terms of saving a picture or a movie or viewing something saved as some buttons have dual purposes. It connects via usb to a computer but I havent figured out how to view it yet. Probably just need to find the SD card. The instructions are poorly written. 5 sample slides are included but no blank slides at all. You need to buy some slides and cover plates. I returned the first one because the monitor had become off the base and the second one was good but the 1 G D card did not work so I just bought a new one. That is probably a rare occurrence. Be careful when unpacking it. Has a very nice case. Overall it is pretty cool. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2015 by Hollis L. Stavn

  • Awrsome
Style: LCD Digital Micro II
Great product love the magnification and great quality
Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2025 by Debbie Pearson

  • Gets the job done.
Style: PentaView LCD Digital Micro
Excels in the "Field". (Battery Operated Optional). It does a great job, has digital storage, but there is an issue when viewing on a computer monitor. It's grainy. Pros are it's simple to use. The con is 5 achromatic - 4x, 10x, 20x, 40x, 60x lenses are not as powerful as I need, so I ordered a 100X lens In the hopes it will work. But, performance is defined by application. It is sturdy and portable. It is useful to see if there are microbes in my compost tea. this is a big deal, since you can't see microbes with the naked eye. It's a great starter microscope, but I wish Celestron would make a "Big Brother" with higher magnification and monitor resolution. I would buy it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2017 by NoByRemo

  • REALMENTE CONTENTO y MUY AGRADECIDO !!!!
Style: LCD Digital Micro II
Me agradó la resolución del equipo, las características del mismo, es mi primera vez con un microscopio. Me parece de mucha utilidad y que por el costo que tiene el beneficio es inmenso. Llegó con la plataforma donde se coloca el objeto muy abajo y tuve que conseguir ayuda para hacerlo funcionar porque pensé que estaba malo. Estaba programado para llegar en abril 13 y llegó en Abril 8 por lo que me siento realmente bien atendido. La utilidad que requiero para este equipo es ANÁLISIS DE SEMEN PORCINO y cumple perfectamente con su cometido y tiene más potencial. Excelente y muchas gracias, feliz con ésta, mi primera compra por Amazon. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2019 by hernan cardenas hernan cardenas

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