CARSON OPTICS boasts first-rate quality at affordable price points.

With over three decades of experience in the optics industry, CARSON is dedicated to delivering excellence in every aspect of their business. Renowned as the top optical manufacturer of US magnifiers and a leading supplier of binoculars, CARSON maintains a steadfast commitment to providing top-tier quality across their entire product line, all while ensuring affordability. Their range of binoculars and monoculars boasts powerful optics for crystal-clear viewing, perfect for activities such as hunting, birding, hiking, or fishing. Additionally, CARSON offers a diverse selection of magnifiers to suit every need, whether it's head-mounted or credit card-sized. Their lineup also includes an array of microscopes, from digital to pocket-sized, allowing customers to explore the intricate details of ordinary objects. Beyond magnifiers and microscopes, CARSON provides a wide range of other optical products and accessories, including camcorders, lighting solutions, adapters, and fittings, catering to diverse customer preferences and requirements in the realm of optics.
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Petra SKU: CSNLL20
Part No.: 292977
Vendor SKU: LL-20
Retail Price: $13.00
  • 10x power stand magnifier
  • Prefocused dual lens for close-up viewing
  • Transparent acrylic base allows for ambient light to illuminate the subject
  • Snap-on reticle provides accurate measurements in mm and in.
  • Limited lifetime warranty

Petra SKU: CSNRM77
Part No.: 292980
Vendor SKU: RM-77
Retail Price: $20.00
  • 2x power
  • 4.7"L x 2.7" rectangular crystal clear acrylic lens
  • 2 very bright LED lights illuminate the viewing area
  • Ergonomically designed with soft-grip handle
  • Includes soft pouch to protect the lens & three #389 1.5V button cell batteries
  • Limited lifetime warranty

Petra SKU: CSNMT33
Part No.: 323261
Vendor SKU: MT-33
Retail Price: $49.00
  • Touch activated, focusable magnifying stand loupe
  • 3x power
  • Crystal clear, scratch-resistant glass lens
  • Lighted with 3 super bright LEDs
  • Built-in twist action focusing ring
  • Includes storage pouch, lens cloth & 2 CR2016 button cell batteries

Petra SKU: CSNTV15
Part No.: 325011
Vendor SKU: TV-15
Retail Price: $14.00
  • 3 high-power magnifications: 5x, 10x & 15x
  • Foldout design with built-in protective case
  • Compact & lightweight
  • Limited lifetime warranty

Petra SKU: CSNJD025
Part No.: 167173
Vendor SKU: JD-025
Retail Price: $55.00
  • 10x 25 mm
  • Ideal for sporting events, concerts and all outdoor activities
  • Provides superior optical quality while maintaining a compact, portable size
  • Center focus knob with an independent right diopter adjustment for maximum focusing flexibility

Petra SKU: CSNMM24
Part No.: 183234
Vendor SKU: MM-24
Retail Price: $17.00
  • 20x-40x magnification zoom pocket-size microscope
  • Super-bright LED ensures a clear, bright image
  • Compact and portable
  • Dimensions: 2.1 in. x 1.2 in. x 4 in.
  • Includes 2 specimen slides, base stand, and 3 LR-44 button cell batteries

Petra SKU: CSNCL65
Part No.: 183236
Vendor SKU: CL-65
Retail Price: $56.00
  • Fully adjustable, flexible arm
  • Attaches to tabletop for convenient hands-free use
  • Large 2x power lens with 3.5x spot lens gives a sharp, distortion-free view
  • 3 super-bright LEDs
  • Requires 3 AAA batteries
  • Can also be powered by included 4.5V DC adapter

Petra SKU: CSNMV23
Part No.: 183237
Vendor SKU: MV-23
Retail Price: $29.00
  • Ideal for crafts, hobbies or detailed work
  • Hands-free operation
  • 2x magnifier with a 3x flip-down lens
  • Adjustable headband

Petra SKU: CSNSG10
Part No.: 183239
Vendor SKU: SG-10
Retail Price: $15.00
  • 2x power with 11.5x spot lens
  • Ergonomically designed soft-grip handle
  • Crystal clear lens offers a sharp, distortion-free view
  • Includes soft-padded zipper pouch

Petra SKU: CSNPO25
Part No.: 183241
Vendor SKU: PO-25
Retail Price: $14.00
  • 3x power slide-out magnifier with a protective plastic sleeve
  • Built-in LED light
  • Sliding design protects lens and batteries when not in use
  • Crystal clear acrylic aspheric lens gives a sharp, distortion-free view
  • Compact and lightweight enough to fit in a shirt pocket
  • Requires 3 AAA batteries

Petra SKU: CSNMM200
Part No.: 190663
Vendor SKU: MM-200
Retail Price: $22.00
  • Extremely lightweight & portable
  • Built-in LED provides a bright, clear image
  • Rubberized eyepiece for comfortable viewing
  • Includes 3 SG 3-button cell batteries

Petra SKU: CSNCP60
Part No.: 227401
Vendor SKU: CP-60
Retail Price: $58.00
  • Includes 4 interchangeable lenses: 1.5x, 2x, 2.5x & 3x
  • Fully adjustable headband
  • Removable LED lamp can be used as a headlamp or freestanding light source
  • 3 super-bright LEDs
  • Operates on 3 AAA batteries

Petra SKU: CSNPO55
Part No.: 228387
Vendor SKU: PO-55
Retail Price: $15.00
  • 5x power lens
  • Compact, slide-out magnifier
  • Protective plastic sleeve
  • Built-in bright LED
  • Fits in shirt pocket or purse
  • Includes protective plastic sleeve

Petra SKU: CSNGN55
Part No.: 241806
Vendor SKU: GN-55
Retail Price: $19.00
  • Detachable 2-in-1 handheld & hands-free design
  • Large 4.3" crystal clear acrylic lens
  • Main lens is 2x power magnification with built-in 3.5x spot lens
  • Fully adjustable stand for hands-free tabletop applications
  • Super-bright LED
  • Requires 2 AA batteries

Petra SKU: CSNHU20
Part No.: 256998
Vendor SKU: HU-20
Retail Price: $14.00
  • Oversized 5 in. round lens for a extra wide viewing area
  • Ideal for viewing just about anything
  • 2x crystal clear acrylic lens
  • Weight: 6.5 oz.

Petra SKU: CSNHU55
Part No.: 256999
Vendor SKU: HU-55
Retail Price: $14.00
  • 4.5x high-power crystal clear lens
  • Prefocused lens for quick, easy viewing
  • Stand design allows plenty of room for bugs of all sizes

Petra SKU: CSNHU530
Part No.: 257001
Vendor SKU: HU-530
Retail Price: $23.00
  • 30-mm objective lens diameter
  • Field of view: 312 ft. at 1,000 yards
  • Weight: 4.9oz
  • Dim: 4.1 in. x 2.3 in. x 1.5 in.
  • Includes neck strap

Petra SKU: CSNMM840
Part No.: 266144
Vendor SKU: MM-840
Retail Price: $79.00
  • 75x-300x powerful magnification
  • Captures image or close-focus video with the clock of a button
  • Built-in flexible neck with suction cap adapter
  • LED illumination with built-in brightness control
  • Displays on computer monitor
  • Magnification increases on larger monitors
  • Compatible with Windows XP SP2 or above/Vista/ 8.1 & Mac OS X 10.4.9 or later
  • Includes USB cable

Petra SKU: CSNMM300
Part No.: 266145
Vendor SKU: MM-300
Retail Price: $17.00
  • 60x-120x powerful zoom
  • Pocket-size and lightweight
  • Impressive high-quality, crystal clear optics
  • LED illumination
  • Rubberized eye piece for comfortable viewing
  • Requires 1 AA battery
  • Dimensions: 2.3 in. x 1.2 in. x 3.7 in.
  • Weight: 0.13 lbs.

Petra SKU: CSNGN33
Part No.: 267278
Vendor SKU: GN-33
Retail Price: $8.00
  • 3x magnification
  • Built-in protective case
  • Compact & portable
  • Ideal for carrying in pocket or purse

Petra SKU: CSNWM01
Part No.: 267280
Vendor SKU: WM-01
Retail Price: $9.00
  • 2.5x power magnification with 6x spot lens.
  • Lightweight, compact & easy to carry in a pocket, purse or wallet.
  • Includes a protective pouch for each magnifier
  • 2 pk

Petra SKU: CSNFL66
Part No.: 330390
Vendor SKU: FL-66
Retail Price: $17.00
  • 6 Ultrabright LEDs with 2 adjustable brightness settings
  • Fully adjustable gooseneck lamp head
  • Clips to books, magazines, tablets, and e-readers
  • Ideal for needlework and crafts
  • Compact and portable design

Petra SKU: CSNFL55
Part No.: 330392
Vendor SKU: FL-55
Retail Price: $13.00
  • Ultrabright LED reading light
  • Fully adjustable lamp head
  • Clips to books, magazines, tablets & e-readers
  • Ideal for needlework & crafts
  • Compact & portable design
  • Requires 3 AAA batteries

Petra SKU: CSNMM280O
Part No.: 330395
Vendor SKU: MM-280O
Retail Price: $14.00
  • 20x magnification
  • Lightweight, portable, and compact design
  • Field microscope with built-in stand alone UV and LED flashlight
  • Built-in LED for use with microscope
  • Smooth focusing knob for precision in viewing finest details
  • Includes 3 LR43 button-cell batteries
  • Orange

Petra SKU: CSNVM20
Part No.: 330397
Vendor SKU: VM-20
Retail Price: $20.00
  • 1.5x magnification
  • Clear lens design
  • Scratch-resistant polycarbonate distortion-free lenses
  • Impact-resistant
  • Protective side shields & cushioned rubber temple pads for comfort
  • Flip-up lens design with UV A/B/C protection
  • Meets the ANSI/ISEA Z87.1-2015 Personal Eye Protection standard
  • Ideal for crafts, hobbies & other low vision needs
  • Backed by Carson's Limited Lifetime Warranty
  • Includes PVC storage case with magnetic enclosure system

Petra SKU: CSNLL10
Part No.: 337985
Vendor SKU: LL-10
Retail Price: $12.00
  • Pre-focused dual lens loupe for close-up viewing
  • Lens diameter: 1 in.
  • 10x power stand magnifier
  • Transparent acrylic base lets in lots of ambient light
  • Ideal magnifying loupe for jewelers, watch making, photography, printing, geology, biology, electronics, coin and stamp collectors, crafts and hobbies
  • Lifetime limited warranty

Petra SKU: CSNNV200
Part No.: 338815
Vendor SKU: NV-200
Retail Price: $189.00
  • Can be used in ambient light or total darkness
  • 19º angle of view
  • Can see up to 142 ft. in total darkness
  • Produces a crisp black and white image
  • Infrared intensity can be easily adjusted with the push of a button
  • Requires 3 AAA batteries
  • Dimensions: 2.5 in. x 2.2 in. x 1 in.
  • Includes protective soft carry pouch

Petra SKU: CSNNV250
Part No.: 338816
Vendor SKU: NV-250
Retail Price: $345.00
  • Can be used in ambient light or total darkness
  • 10º angle of view
  • Can see up to 393 ft. in total darkness
  • Magnification of 2x and 4x
  • Produces a crisp black and white image
  • Images and video can be saved onto included microSD Card
  • 640 x 480 pixel video resolution
  • Requires 3 AAA batteries
  • Includes 8 GB Micro SD Card, USB cable and soft carry pouch

Petra SKU: CSNHW822
Part No.: 340127
Vendor SKU: HW-822
Retail Price: $50.00
  • Compact and lightweight binoculars with an 8x magnification and 22 mm objective lens diameter
  • Features a center focus knob with independent right diopter adjustment for maximum focusing flexibility
  • FOV: 342 ft. at 1,000 yards
  • Fully multicoated lenses for bright and sharp image quality
  • Ideal compact binoculars for travel, backpacking, birding, concerts, sporting events, surveillance, nature viewing, safaris, and more
  • Includes detachable wrist strap, microfiber lens cloth, and protective pouch

Petra SKU: CSNHW232
Part No.: 340129
Vendor SKU: HW-232
Retail Price: $59.00
  • Compact and lightweight binoculars with an 12x magnification and 32 mm objective lens diameter
  • Features a center focus knob with independent right diopter adjustment for maximum focusing flexibility
  • FOV: 258 ft. at 1,000 yards
  • Fully multicoated lenses for bright and sharp image quality
  • Ideal compact binoculars for travel, backpacking, birding, concerts, sporting events, surveillance, nature viewing, safaris, and more
  • Includes detachable wrist strap, microfiber lens cloth, and protective pouch

Petra SKU: CSNTR050
Part No.: 340130
Vendor SKU: TR-050
Retail Price: $45.00
  • 3 fully adjustable, flexible legs that can be bent, twisted, or straightened into a variety of positions to adapt to almost any surface
  • Designed to work optimally with smartphones, DSLR cameras, action cameras, tablets, and optics
  • Can be used as a tablet or eBook stand
  • Included universal smartphone adapter is compatible with most newer models including the iPhone and Galaxy Series, in both landscape or portrait mode
  • Included wireless Bluetooth shutter remote for taking photos from smartphone with the simple click of a button
  • Dimensions: 5.5 in. x 5.5 in. x 11.75 in. tall
  • Max load: 2.64 lbs.
  • Includes removable 360° fluid ballhead with 1/4 universal mounting screw

Petra SKU: CSNZM721
Part No.: 341245
Vendor SKU: ZM-721
Retail Price: $44.00
  • Fully coated optics
  • BaK-4 prisms
  • Zooms from 7x to 21 x
  • Field of view: 120 ft. to 252 ft. at 1,000 yards
  • Includes soft pouch, neck strap, and lens cap

Petra SKU: CSNCP11
Part No.: 343988
Vendor SKU: CP-11
Retail Price: $18.00
  • 7 function optical tool
  • Ideal for kids to learn and explore the world around them
  • Built-in 30x microscope, 8x telescope, 9x fold-out magnifier, directional compass, flashlight, digital clock, and signal whistle
  • LED light requires 2 AAA batteries
  • Compact, lightweight, and easy to use
  • Dimensions: 1.6 in. x 0.8 in. x 4.7 in.
  • 1-year limited warranty

Petra SKU: CSNHU401
Part No.: 343989
Vendor SKU: HU-401
Retail Price: $40.00
  • Includes 30 mm Hawk kids binoculars, Lensatic compass, flashlight, and signal whistle with built-in thermometer
  • Ideal children's toy gift set for backpacking, camping, hiking, safaris and other outdoor fun, adventures, and exploration
  • Lensatic compass has true hand-bearing triangulation capabilities
  • Extremely compact, durable, and lightweight
  • Requires 2 AA batteries
  • 1-year limited warranty
  • Includes protective case and wrist strap

Petra SKU: CSNLM30
Part No.: 344993
Vendor SKU: LM-30
Retail Price: $55.00
  • 4.3 in. (110 mm) aspheric 2x power main lens
  • Built-in 5x power spot lens
  • Aspheric lens provides superior image quality
  • 4x ultra-bright COB LEDs with diffusive cover lenses
  • Multi-position switch (2 brightness settings)
  • USB-C to US wall adapter with 6 ft. cord
  • Requires 3 AA batteries (not included)
  • Includes power cord

Petra SKU: CSNHU10
Part No.: 256997
Vendor SKU: HU-10
Retail Price: $14.00
  • 5x high-power, crystal clear acrylic lens magnifier lens
  • Thumb-operated trapping slider
  • Uses ambient light to magnify smallest details
  • Quick release of bug when done viewing
  • Dimensions: 2.2 in. x 1.6 in. x 10.5 in.
  • Weight: 4 oz.

Petra SKU: CSNCF618
Part No.: 349019
Vendor SKU: CF-618
Retail Price: $25.00
  • Ideal compact and portable monocular for camping, hiking, hunting, safari, bird watching, concerts, wildlife, sporting, travel, surveillance, and other outdoor adventures
  • Compact monocular with extremely close focus of only 10 in.
  • Magnification: 6x
  • Objective lens diameter: 18 mm
  • Weight: .2 lbs.
  • Field of view: 426 ft. at 1,000 yards
  • Fully coated optics
  • Lifetime limited warranty
  • Includes soft pouch, carabiner clip, and lens cloth

Petra SKU: CSNSC450
Part No.: 349012
Vendor SKU: SC-450
Retail Price: $175.00
  • Beginner refractor-type telescope for astronomy with tabletop tripod
  • Ideal entry-level telescope for kids, young astronomers and adult use
  • Ideal for viewing both terrestrial and deep space objects like the moon, Saturn, Mars, and Jupiter
  • Fully coated lenses
  • Aperture: 70 mm
  • Focal length: 400 mm
  • Finder scope: 8x 21 mm
  • Limited lifetime warranty
  • Includes tabletop tripod, erecting prism K25 and K9 eyepieces, 3x Barlow lens, 8x 21 mm finder scope, and zipper case

Petra SKU: CSNMM450
Part No.: 349013
Vendor SKU: MM-450
Retail Price: $17.00
  • Ideal field microscope for kids, students, hobbyists, and professionals
  • Lighted zoom pocket microscope with 20x to 60x power magnification
  • LED lighted with internal aspheric lens system which provides crystal clear and distortion-free image quality
  • Compact, lightweight, and portable design
  • Requires 1 AA battery
  • Eye relief: 8.1 mm to 9.7 mm
  • Dimensions: 1.8 in. x 1.1 in. x 3.9 in.
  • Weight: 1.9 oz.

Petra SKU: CSNLC15
Part No.: 349015
Vendor SKU: LC-15
Retail Price: $17.00
  • Ideal for reading, sewing, crafts, needlepoint, coin and stamp collecting, inspection, or reading
  • Hands-free magnifier with 2x power magnification and built-in 4x spot lens
  • Built-in twin LED lights provide bright, shadow-free illumination and a wide area of use
  • Oversized 4.3 in. crystal clear acrylic lens
  • Requires 2 AA batteries (sold separately)
  • Includes adjustable neck cord
  • Limited lifetime warranty

Petra SKU: CSNDS36
Part No.: 349018
Vendor SKU: DS-36
Retail Price: $9.00
  • Ideal low-vision reading aid for books, periodicals, hobbies, crafts, inspection, coins, stamps, nature, office, wildlife, and other tasks,
  • 2x power handheld acrylic, scratch-resistant magnifier with 4.5x power spot lens
  • Crystal clear, high-grade acrylic lens with 3.5 in. diameter
  • Built-in ergonomic thumb groove on handle for added comfort and stability
  • 2.8 oz. lightweight design for extended use
  • Limited lifetime warranty

Petra SKU: CSNLV10
Part No.: 349017
Vendor SKU: LV-10
Retail Price: $40.00
  • Ideal magnifying visor for hobbies, crafts, model building, reading, inspection, soldering, jewelry making, and other tasks
  • Head-worn visor magnifier with 2x/3x/5x/6x power magnifications achieved by multiple combinations of built-in lenses
  • Fully adjustable magnifier with LED light and 3 super-bright LED bulbs
  • Fully adjustable head strap can be locked into place with quick-release buckle
  • Requires 3 AAA batteries
  • Limited lifetime warranty

Petra SKU: CSNHF66
Part No.: 349024
Vendor SKU: HF-66
Retail Price: $23.00
  • Ideal for sewing, crafts, hobbies, needlepoint, reading, or any hands-free activity
  • Hands-free magnifier with 2x power magnification
  • Lens diameter: 5 in.
  • Twin LED lights provide ultra-bright illumination
  • Requires 3 AAA batteries (sold separately)
  • Includes adjustable neck cord
  • Limited lifetime warranty

Petra SKU: CSNNL10
Part No.: 390990
Vendor SKU: NL-10
Retail Price: $23.00
  • 70 lumens combined light; 2 COB LEDs with High or Low brightness settings
  • Ideal for reading, inspection, crafting, sewing, crocheting, repairs, hobbies, crafts, and many other low-light conditions
  • Dual-headed, fully adjustable gooseneck hobby light can be worn around neck or wrapped around objects
  • Ergonomically shaped, anti-slip design; rests comfortably around neck or other objects such as an armchair, bed post, etc. for hands-free usage
  • Requires 3 AAA batteries (sold separately)

Petra SKU: CSNKL10GY
Part No.: 392584
Vendor SKU: KL-10GY
Retail Price: $8.00
  • 120 lumens on high, 45 lumens on low, 120 lumens on strobe
  • Max beam distance: 16.4 ft. (5 m)
  • Lightweight and compact flashlight
  • Use strobe for emergency SOS situations or to alert others
  • Easily attach flashlight's stainless steel keyring to your backpack or outdoor gear; store it in a toolbox, glove compartment, or storage drawer
  • Run time: brightest setting up to 8 hours; lowest setting up to 16 hours
  • Requires 3 AAA batteries (not included)
  • Gray

Petra SKU: CSNMM350
Part No.: 392581
Vendor SKU: MM-350
Retail Price: $22.00
  • 60x to 120x magnification and 2x optical zoom; crafted with precision-molded aspheric lenses for superbright, clear vision
  • Portable microscope lets you take a closer look at objects like coins, stamps, jewelry, minerals, insects, plants, etc.
  • Ideal for kids, students, adults, and professionals
  • Digiscoping smartphone adapter clip attaches MicroBrite Pro's eyepiece to most smartphones so you can take digital photos or videos using your smartphone's own camera
  • Lightweight, compact, and pocket-sized design; does not require microscope slides
  • LED light illuminates object below the lens; upper zoom dial sets desired magnification; lower focus ring sharpens image
  • Requires 1 AA battery (not included) to power LED light
  • Includes smartphone adapter clip

Petra SKU: CSNKL20
Part No.: 392585
Vendor SKU: KL-20
Retail Price: $11.00
  • 90 lumens on high, 90 lumens white strobe, 45 lumens on low, and 3 lumens on red
  • Max beam distance: 16.4 ft. (5 m)
  • Lightweight, portable, and convenient multipurpose flashlight; adjustable LED settings ensure you'll always have light where you need it most
  • Ideal for camping, hiking, travel, outdoors, dog walking, workspaces, or anywhere you need a bright light
  • 4 light settings use COB LEDs to illuminate a wide area: emergency flash, red LED, high, and low for customized light output to suit your needs
  • Hook and stand are ideal for hands-free use by positioning COB LED where it's needed the most; hook can be used as keychain for attachment to your keys, bag, backpack, or toolbox for easy access whenever you need light
  • Run time: up to 10 hours on white high setting, up to 24 hours on white low setting, and up to 30 hours on red setting
  • Requires 3 AAA batteries (not Included)

Petra SKU: CSNNL20
Part No.: 392583
Vendor SKU: NL-20
Retail Price: $23.00
  • 70 combined lumens; fully adjustable gooseneck with dual COB LEDs; low and high modes are controlled by 2 large buttons
  • Anti-slip design is ergonomically shaped to rest comfortably around your neck; can be wrapped around other objects like tools, armchair, or bed post for hands-free use
  • Ideal for reading, camping, outdoors, inspection, crafting, sewing, crocheting, repairs, hobbies, crafts, and for many other low-light conditions
  • Run time up to 16 hours on high and up to 29 hours on low
  • Requires 3 AAA batteries (not included)
  • Weight: 5.29 oz. (150 g)
  • Sports and outdoor-themed packaging

Petra SKU: CSNGN70
Part No.: 392587
Vendor SKU: GN-70
Retail Price: $10.00
  • Ultra-compact and convenient keychain magnifier
  • 7x power magnification with spring-loaded button to extend magnifier
  • Lens diameter: 0.7 in.
  • Aspheric magnifying lens is fully protected to help prevent scratches and damages when not in use
  • Powerful pop-up magnifying glass is ideal for inspecting small details, reading fine print, and more
  • Ergonomically designed to save space; attaches to keychains, can hang from a bag or backpack, and will also fit inside wallets, pockets, purses, and more

Petra SKU: CSNER70BLK
Part No.: 392596
Vendor SKU: ER-70BLK
Retail Price: $8.00
  • Durable eyewear retainer made with high-quality neoprene fabric
  • Soft, thin, and stretchy neoprene sleeves fit most glasses and sunglasses
  • Ideal for outdoor activities including hiking, running, biking
  • Comfortable against your skin; never worry about scratching your favorite glasses
  • Caution: Hand wash with mild detergent and air dry only
  • Onyx Gray