--- product_id: 50689004 title: "MP-300 Portable LED Lighted 24-53x Pen Microscope" brand: "carson" price: "£16.32" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Carson" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/50689004-mp-300-portable-led-lighted-24-53x-pen-microscope store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Built-in LED illumination 24-53x magnification power Ultra-lightweight 17g design MP-300 Portable LED Lighted 24-53x Pen Microscope **Brand:** carson **Price:** £16.32 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔍 See the unseen, own the moment. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** MP-300 Portable LED Lighted 24-53x Pen Microscope by carson - **How much does it cost?** £16.32 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/50689004-mp-300-portable-led-lighted-24-53x-pen-microscope) ## Best For - carson enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted carson brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Crystal-Clear Vision:** Integrated LED lighting ensures every detail pops with clarity, day or night. - • **Effortless Precision:** Dual zoom and focus wheels let you lock in sharp images instantly. - • **Featherlight Innovation:** At just 17 grams, it’s the ultimate lightweight tool for on-the-move pros. - • **Pocket-Sized Powerhouse:** Carry professional-grade 24-53x magnification wherever you go. - • **Versatile Explorer’s Essential:** Perfect for industrial inspections, classroom discoveries, or weekend curiosity quests. ## Overview The Carson MP-300 Portable LED Lighted Pen Microscope delivers powerful 24-53x magnification in a sleek, ultra-light 17g design. Featuring built-in LED lighting and easy dual-wheel zoom and focus controls, it’s engineered for professionals and curious minds alike to explore microscopic details anytime, anywhere. ## Description Carson 24-53x Portable LED Lighted Microscope PenThe MP-300 MicroPen is a pocket size 24x-53x microscope that you can carry with you with total ease. The light weight and portable design, weighing less than 20g, make this miniature microscope perfect for industrial use or as a fun time project for children and adults of all ages.Varied UseWhether you're on the look out for small, interesting insects, viewing a hair follicle, or even just the carpet on the living room floor, the MicroPen microscope will turn your home, back yard or classroom in to a fun-filled jungle of exploration and learning. We've designed this pocket sized microscope for use directly on the object for added stability and ease of focusing for our curious young explorers. The MicroPen is designed to deliver an excellent optical experience and features a built-in LED light to provide users with a crystal-clear image with straightforward focus and zoom adjustments.About CarsonWith nearly 25 years experience in the optics industry, Carson has dedicated a team of engineers whose sole mission is to improve the customer experience. The company’s product line has grown exponentially to encompass a broader range of products and accessories that reflect the needs of its client base.Carson is the number one manufacturer of magnifiers in the United States and one of the leading suppliers of binoculars and has been praised in publications such as Outside Magazine, Popular Mechanics, Field & Stream and Wired Magazine. Review: Easy to use - Worked out of the box unlike some other ones you can buy. perfect for checking out small insects etc. Review: Four Stars - Great product. ## Features - Portable and powerful great for professional and personnel use - 24x-53x powerful magnification - Extremely light weight just 17g - Led light uses 3 x G3 button cell batteries (included) - Zoom and focus easily using the two wheels ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00DBXEPG8 | | Best Sellers Rank | 53,111 in Business, Industry & Science ( See Top 100 in Business, Industry & Science ) 112 in Lab Handheld Digital Microscopes 191 in Educational Optics Science Kits | | Box Contents | Microscope | | Brand Name | Carson | | Colour | Black | | Country of Origin | China | | Customer Reviews | 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars (395) | | Digital Magnification Measured in Multiples (Digital Zoom) | 53 x | | Enclosure Material | PLA_(Polylactic_Acid), PE_(Polyethylene), Plastic | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00750668010421 | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 13.2L x 1.3W x 1.8H centimetres | | Item Type Name | Pocket Microscope | | Item Weight | 18 g | | Light Source Type | LED | | Manufacturer | Carson | | Manufacturer Part Number | MP-300 | | Model Name | MicroPen™ | | Model Number | MP-300 | | Objective Lens Description | 24X-53X | | Power Source | Battery Powered | | UPC | 750668010421 | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | | Voltage | 220 Volts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Carson - **Colour:** Black - **Item weight:** 18 g - **Light source type:** LED - **Magnification maximum:** 53 x - **Material:** PLA_(Polylactic_Acid), PE_(Polyethylene), Plastic - **Model name:** MicroPen™ - **Objective lens description:** 24X-53X - **Product dimensions:** 13.2L x 1.3W x 1.8H centimetres - **Voltage:** 220 Volts ## Images ![MP-300 Portable LED Lighted 24-53x Pen Microscope - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41CVieeq9jL.jpg) ![MP-300 Portable LED Lighted 24-53x Pen Microscope - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41h0RgI1yrL.jpg) ![MP-300 Portable LED Lighted 24-53x Pen Microscope - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/4194Uo0hlbL.jpg) ![MP-300 Portable LED Lighted 24-53x Pen Microscope - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41iETqRyx0L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to use *by J***G on 28 May 2021* Worked out of the box unlike some other ones you can buy. perfect for checking out small insects etc. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Four Stars *by K***N on 30 September 2017* Great product. ### ⭐ The product arrived broken. Disappointed!!!! *by Z***E on 22 February 2020* The telescope arrived broken. I am most disappointed. The eye view was cracked. My daughter needed it for a particular project. Again, utterly disappointed. ## Frequently Bought Together - Carson MicroPen LED Lighted 24x-53x Magnification Microscope Pen (MP-300), Black - Carson Pocket Micro 20x-60x LED Pocket Microscope Handheld STEM Toy (MM-450) - Carson MicroBrite Plus 60x-120x LED Lighted Pocket Microscope, Portable Handheld Microscope STEM Toy, Mini Microscope for Student Science Lab, Educational Portable Microscope (MM-300) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/50689004-mp-300-portable-led-lighted-24-53x-pen-microscope](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/50689004-mp-300-portable-led-lighted-24-53x-pen-microscope) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-06-17*