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Pocket-sized portable video magnifier with dual auto-focus cameras, 2x to 25x continuous magnification, and 22 high-contrast colour modes. By Optelec. 2-year warranty.
The Optelec Compact Go is a lightweight, pocket-sized portable video magnifier with a 5.5-inch HD screen and two dedicated cameras. It is designed for people with low vision who want a small, simple device for reading mail, labels, menus, and signage while out and about, as well as at home.
Who is the Compact Go best suited for?
People with low vision who want a pocket-sized magnifier
Anyone who needs both near reading and distance viewing in one device
People with macular degeneration, glaucoma, or diabetic retinopathy
People who travel, shop, or spend time away from home regularly
Users who want a simple, tactile device without a learning curve
Anyone wanting a lightweight companion to a larger desktop magnifier
Two dedicated cameras — near and distance, in one device
Unlike single-camera pocket magnifiers, the Compact Go has two auto-focus cameras optimised for different tasks, so you are not stuck with one setting for every situation.
Camera 1
Reading & close view
Magnifies mail, labels, menus, and fine print from 2x up to 25x, with continuous zoom rather than fixed steps.
Camera 2
Distance viewing
Views objects a little further away, such as a sign, a scoreboard, or a map, without switching devices.
What can you do with the Compact Go?
Reading mail, bills, and personal correspondence
Checking food and medicine labels while shopping or at home
Viewing menus, price tags, and signage while out and about
Following a map, timetable, or ticket while travelling
Enjoying hobbies such as puzzles, crafts, or board games
Saving snapshots of a page or label to review later
Product features
Continuous 2x to 25x magnification
5.5-inch HD screen, 1280 x 720 resolution
Dual auto-focus cameras for near and distance viewing
22 high-contrast colour modes, plus true colour
Dual LED lighting with on/off control
Reading lines and masks to help keep your place
Snapshot function with image saving and PC transfer
Integrated handle and stand for multiple viewing positions
Tactile, high-contrast button controls
Micro-HDMI output for connecting to an external display
Comfort and everyday convenience
Small details make a big difference in a device you use every day. The Compact Go is built around comfort and ease, not just magnification power.
COLOUR
22 colour modes
Switch between high-contrast colour combinations or true colour to reduce glare and eye strain in different lighting.
FOCUS
Reading lines & masks
Overlay a line or mask on the screen to help you keep your place while reading a page of text.
CHARGE
USB-C & wireless charging
Charge however suits you at home, with up to four hours of continuous use on a full charge.
CARRY
Soft leather case included
At 265 grams and pocket-sized, the Compact Go travels easily and comes with its own protective case.
See the Compact Go in action
Frequently asked questions
The Compact Go is a portable, pocket-sized video magnifier with a 5.5-inch HD screen and two auto-focus cameras, one for near reading and one for distance viewing. It is made by Optelec and designed for people with low vision.
The Compact Go suits people with low vision conditions including macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, retinitis pigmentosa, and albinism, particularly anyone who wants a lightweight device for reading on the move.
Yes. The Compact Go has two cameras: one for close reading tasks like mail or labels, and one for viewing further away, such as a menu board or a sign across the room.
The Compact Go magnifies continuously from 2x up to 25x, so you can find a comfortable size rather than settling for fixed steps.
Optelec rates the Compact Go for up to four hours of continuous use on a full charge, and it supports both USB-C and wireless charging for convenient top-ups.
At 265 grams and roughly the size of a large smartphone, it fits easily into a pocket, handbag, or carry case, and comes with a soft leather case for everyday protection.
Yes, the Compact Go includes a Micro-HDMI output, so it can be connected to an external display when you want a larger view.
Why buy from Pacific Vision?
Low vision specialistsWe focus exclusively on assistive technology for low vision and blindness.
Expert product adviceOur team can help match the right device to your eye condition and lifestyle.
Wide product rangeHandheld magnifiers, desktop CCTVs, Braille displays, OCR scanners, and more.
Backed by warrantiesOptelec products include a manufacturer's 2-year warranty.
Pocket-sized portable video magnifier with dual auto-focus cameras, 2x to 25x continuous magnification, and 22 high-contrast colour modes. By Optelec. 2-year warranty.
The Optelec Compact Go is a lightweight, pocket-sized portable video magnifier with a 5.5-inch HD screen and two dedicated cameras. It is designed for people with low vision who want a small, simple device for reading mail, labels, menus, and signage while out and about, as well as at home.
Who is the Compact Go best suited for?
People with low vision who want a pocket-sized magnifier
Anyone who needs both near reading and distance viewing in one device
People with macular degeneration, glaucoma, or diabetic retinopathy
People who travel, shop, or spend time away from home regularly
Users who want a simple, tactile device without a learning curve
Anyone wanting a lightweight companion to a larger desktop magnifier
Two dedicated cameras — near and distance, in one device
Unlike single-camera pocket magnifiers, the Compact Go has two auto-focus cameras optimised for different tasks, so you are not stuck with one setting for every situation.
Camera 1
Reading & close view
Magnifies mail, labels, menus, and fine print from 2x up to 25x, with continuous zoom rather than fixed steps.
Camera 2
Distance viewing
Views objects a little further away, such as a sign, a scoreboard, or a map, without switching devices.
What can you do with the Compact Go?
Reading mail, bills, and personal correspondence
Checking food and medicine labels while shopping or at home
Viewing menus, price tags, and signage while out and about
Following a map, timetable, or ticket while travelling
Enjoying hobbies such as puzzles, crafts, or board games
Saving snapshots of a page or label to review later
Product features
Continuous 2x to 25x magnification
5.5-inch HD screen, 1280 x 720 resolution
Dual auto-focus cameras for near and distance viewing
22 high-contrast colour modes, plus true colour
Dual LED lighting with on/off control
Reading lines and masks to help keep your place
Snapshot function with image saving and PC transfer
Integrated handle and stand for multiple viewing positions
Tactile, high-contrast button controls
Micro-HDMI output for connecting to an external display
Comfort and everyday convenience
Small details make a big difference in a device you use every day. The Compact Go is built around comfort and ease, not just magnification power.
COLOUR
22 colour modes
Switch between high-contrast colour combinations or true colour to reduce glare and eye strain in different lighting.
FOCUS
Reading lines & masks
Overlay a line or mask on the screen to help you keep your place while reading a page of text.
CHARGE
USB-C & wireless charging
Charge however suits you at home, with up to four hours of continuous use on a full charge.
CARRY
Soft leather case included
At 265 grams and pocket-sized, the Compact Go travels easily and comes with its own protective case.
See the Compact Go in action
Frequently asked questions
The Compact Go is a portable, pocket-sized video magnifier with a 5.5-inch HD screen and two auto-focus cameras, one for near reading and one for distance viewing. It is made by Optelec and designed for people with low vision.
The Compact Go suits people with low vision conditions including macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, retinitis pigmentosa, and albinism, particularly anyone who wants a lightweight device for reading on the move.
Yes. The Compact Go has two cameras: one for close reading tasks like mail or labels, and one for viewing further away, such as a menu board or a sign across the room.
The Compact Go magnifies continuously from 2x up to 25x, so you can find a comfortable size rather than settling for fixed steps.
Optelec rates the Compact Go for up to four hours of continuous use on a full charge, and it supports both USB-C and wireless charging for convenient top-ups.
At 265 grams and roughly the size of a large smartphone, it fits easily into a pocket, handbag, or carry case, and comes with a soft leather case for everyday protection.
Yes, the Compact Go includes a Micro-HDMI output, so it can be connected to an external display when you want a larger view.
Why buy from Pacific Vision?
Low vision specialistsWe focus exclusively on assistive technology for low vision and blindness.
Expert product adviceOur team can help match the right device to your eye condition and lifestyle.
Wide product rangeHandheld magnifiers, desktop CCTVs, Braille displays, OCR scanners, and more.
Backed by warrantiesOptelec products include a manufacturer's 2-year warranty.
Dimensions (WxHxD): 16.1 x 8.7 x 2.3 cm (6.3” x 3.4” x 1”)
