CCTV Magnifier

An assistive device that uses a camera to capture an image of text or objects and displays it magnified on a screen, typically a television or computer monitor. CCTV magnifiers are one of the most widely used low vision aids, offering high levels of magnification, adjustable contrast, and color enhancement options that help people with low vision read printed materials, view photographs, and perform detailed tasks. Desktop models use a stationary camera with a movable reading table, while portable handheld versions offer magnification on the go. Though effective, CCTVs can be expensive, are not always portable, and separate the magnified view from the physical object, requiring users to look at the screen rather than the page.