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The MicroDirect is a handheld digital microscope that streams 1080p video over HDMI to a TV or monitor and records 720p clips to a microSD card. Its 3.5MP sensor and 8-LED adjustable ring light give a bright, live view of coins, stamps, insects, circuit boards and skin, and the 10x–220x range covers most casual inspection. It suits hobbyists, teachers and tinkerers who want a shared screen rather than an eyepiece. Against USB microscopes it wins on standalone TV output but loses on portability and resolution: the sensor is modest and recording tops out at 720p.
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Lowest price we've seen: $229.95 on Nov 10 at Best Buy. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 10.
Owners treat it as a simple, sturdy tool for showing magnified objects on a big screen. They like the bright LED ring and easy HDMI hookup, but note soft image quality and limited recording resolution.
