The zPix 300 (MM-940) from Carson is a powerful zoom USB digital microscope that displays a magnified image right on your computer screen. The impressive 86x-457x effective magnification (based on a 21" monitor) allows you to see details of ordinary objects that you never knew existed! Capture an image to keep with the click of a button. You can even capture close focus video and send it to your friends and family. Use the base attachment to view prepared slides or remove the base and place the microscope on any surface to reveal fine details. The zPix 300 USB digital microscope will provide hours of fascinating and educational entertainment for adults and children alike. The zPix 300 is compatible with both Mac and PC platforms. A USB 2.0 or 3.0 port is required. The zPix 300 also comes included with a specimen base, 3 blank slides, 1 prepared specimen slide, forceps, eyedropper and a USB Cable. Please note, the effective magnification is a combination of the optical system and a high powered digital zoom. Both the zPix and zPix 300 are backed by Carson's one year limit