Video: K&F USB microscopes compared
K&F USB microscopes compared
Two basic USB microscopes
Why it pays to read the specs carefully.
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Using the K&F USB microscopes
The two models I tested are the
and GW45.0042
Two basic USB microscopes from K&F Concept.
Resolution differences?
Unfortunately, only found in the detailed specs in a leaflet in the box is that the 0050 model produces more detailed images. These show fewer sampling/sharpening artefacts.
Note the difference in fine detail [the dust], between these two captured images of a memory module
Model 00050
Model 00050
Model 00045if you’re looking to record/capture finest detail, do check specifications carefully.
Both images above are the same size [in pixels], but the second one [the more expensive model] is actually much more heavily processed.
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