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Olympus CX23 Microscope Price in Kenya: KES 189,500
The genuine Olympus CX23 binocular microscope costs KES 189,500 at Microscopes Kenya, VAT included. It magnifies 40x to 1000x and comes with a 1-year parts and labour warranty, a VAT invoice and free delivery in Nairobi.
Most new CX23 units advertised in Nairobi in October 2026 were listed between KES 175,000 and KES 210,000, so ours is priced in the lower half, with warranty and support included.
Price updated 13 October 2026
Olympus CX23 specifications
| Head | Binocular, 30° inclination, interpupillary 48 to 75 mm, diopter adjustment |
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| Eyepiece field number | FN20 |
| Objectives | Plan achromat 4x, 10x, 40x and 100x oil immersion |
| Total magnification | 40x, 100x, 400x and 1000x |
| Condenser | Abbe condenser, NA 1.25, for 4x to 100x |
| Illumination | Transmitted LED, about 20,000-hour life |
| Observation | Brightfield and darkfield |
| Stage | Rackless XY stage, 76 mm x 30 mm travel, right-hand control |
| Focus | Coaxial coarse and fine, 15 mm coarse stroke, focus lock and tension adjustment |
| Nosepiece | Quadruple, inward facing |
| Weight | About 5.9 kg |
| Size (W x D x H) | 198 x 398 x 386 mm |
| Warranty from us | 1 year, parts and labour |
Specifications from the manufacturer, Evident (formerly Olympus) CX23 page. Configuration: binocular head with 4x, 10x, 40x and 100x oil objectives.
Who the CX23 is for
The CX23 is a working microscope for people who look down a microscope for hours. Two eyepieces mean less eye strain, and the 100x oil objective gives the detail needed for diagnosis.
- Hospital and clinic labs: blood films, malaria parasites, stool and urine microscopy, TB and Gram stains.
- Universities, medical and nursing colleges: histology, microbiology and pathology practicals.
- Veterinary clinics: faecal egg counts, blood parasites such as trypanosomes and skin scrapings.
- Agriculture and research labs: plant pathology, soil and seed checks.
Buying for a secondary school class? The student monocular microscope covers school biology at KES 32,500, or KES 28,900 each for 10 or more.
What you get from Microscopes Kenya
- A genuine Olympus CX23 with manufacturer documentation
- KRA-compliant VAT invoice. LPO accepted for government institutions
- 1-year warranty covering parts and labour
- Free delivery in Nairobi, 1 to 3 days to other counties
- Setup guidance and technical support on WhatsApp
Olympus or Evident?
Olympus moved its scientific microscope business into a new company, Evident. You will see the CX23 sold under either name. It is the same microscope, and we supply the genuine article.
Need a camera port?
The CX23 also comes as a trinocular model for a microscope camera, useful for teaching and record keeping. Ask us for trinocular availability and price.
Olympus CX23 questions
What is the Olympus CX23 price in Kenya?
The Olympus CX23 binocular microscope is KES 189,500 at Microscopes Kenya, including VAT, a VAT invoice, a 1-year parts and labour warranty and free Nairobi delivery.
Is the CX23 made by Olympus or Evident?
Both names refer to the same maker. Olympus moved its scientific microscope business into a company called Evident, so you will see the CX23 listed under Olympus, Evident or both. It is the same microscope.
What magnification does the Olympus CX23 have?
40x to 1000x with 10x eyepieces and 4x, 10x, 40x and 100x oil immersion objectives. The 100x objective needs a drop of immersion oil on the slide.
Is the Olympus CX23 good for clinical laboratory work?
Yes. Its 1000x oil immersion view, Abbe condenser (NA 1.25) and even LED lighting suit blood films, malaria and stool parasite checks, Gram stains and urine microscopy.
Can I attach a camera to the CX23?
The CX23 also comes in a trinocular version with a camera port. Ask us on WhatsApp for trinocular availability and price.
How long does the CX23 LED last?
The manufacturer rates the CX23 LED at about 20,000 hours, so there are no halogen bulbs to replace.
Order the Olympus CX23 today
KES 189,500 incl. VAT. Free Nairobi delivery. 1 to 3 days to other counties.