The 6 Best Portable Digital Magnifiers

The wide-screen view of the ViSee 43 makes the user feel like they're watching something on their laptop or television. It's a versatile tool that lets one flip through captured images and delete old items, along with allowing for live view reading.

The Mustcam 5M looks more like a high-tech camera than a vision aid so if you're looking for a gift for somebody who likes to keep their seeing issues private, then this is perfect. It can magnify an image by up to 1,200x, making it a treat for curious minds.

The Koolerton Pocket features a built-in LED light that illuminates your text, creating a clear and sharp image, and its brightness can be adjusted to your comfort. If you leave it unattended for a while, the device automatically shuts off to conserve battery power.

The large, texturized controls on the Mustcam Mobile are much easier for the vision-impaired user to operate than flat or recessed ones. It also features anti-slip bumpers at the corners, so one can hold it up to a map or subway sign without worrying about dropping it.

The Uphig Zoom has a magnification range of 2x to 32x, making nearly any text readable for most vision impairments. It also offers three color modes -- black on white, white on black and full color for those with limited color perception.

If your vision problems make it difficult for you to identify the buttons on the Eyoyo Handheld, don't fret because you can also operate it via easy voice commands. This complete package comes with a TV, USB and power cable, offering a variety of ways to view and enjoy.