Wales Council of the Blind

video magnification

Definition: A video magnifier or CCTV is a simple way of producing large text and images for people with some useful vision. Printed documents, handwritten materials or objects can be placed under a camera. The magnified image is then displayed on a monitor. They are most often used for reading, but some can also be used for writing, checking a price tag, looking at a timetable or to read a whiteboard in a classroom.

Category: technology

Credit: Vision in Wales

Source: Vision in Wales

Last Updated: 16th of December 2025

Services mentioning video magnification

Enhanced Vision low vision products - (Enhanced Vision) Access technology

Enhanced Vision offer an extensive line of low vision products including video magnifiers. Their products are designed to help people regain their visual independence by providing the ability to read, write, see loved ones, or enjoy the outdoors.

Professional Vision Services access technology - (Professional Vision Services) Access technology

Professional Vision Services Ltd sell the MagniLink range of video magnifiers, a variety of hand-held electronic magnifiers, Braille devices, Braille embossers and access software. They also offer free demonstration of products.

Reineker access solutions - (Reinecker) Access technology

Reinecker offer a wide range of products and individual solutions. This includes optical and electronic magnifiers, desktop video magnifiers, transportable camera systems, vocal systems and magnifying Software for PC and MAC. They also offer individual consulting and training.

Vision Aid Technologies low vision and blindness products - (VisionAid Technologies) Access technology

Vision Aid Technologies is one of the largest specialist low vision & blindness product suppliers in the UK. Their range of over 1,000 products are carefully tested & selected from over 100 manufacturers around the world. This gives people the opportunity to view a comprehensive range of products in one location. The range of products include low vision, braille devices, video magnifiers, reading machines, access software and more.