--- product_id: 48443378 title: "Carson MiniBrite 5x Pocket Magnifying Glass with LED Light and Sliding Case" brand: "carson" price: "₨579" currency: SCR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Carson" url: https://www.desertcart.sc/products/48443378-carson-minibrite-5x-pocket-magnifying-glass-with-led-light-sliding store_origin: SC region: Seychelles --- # Bright LED illumination 5x distortion-free clarity Protective sliding case Carson MiniBrite 5x Pocket Magnifying Glass with LED Light and Sliding Case **Brand:** carson **Price:** ₨579 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ”¦ See the unseen, anytime, anywhere! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Carson MiniBrite 5x Pocket Magnifying Glass with LED Light and Sliding Case by carson - **How much does it cost?** ₨579 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sc](https://www.desertcart.sc/products/48443378-carson-minibrite-5x-pocket-magnifying-glass-with-led-light-sliding) ## Best For - carson enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted carson brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Illuminate Every Detail:** Built-in LED light ensures flawless visibility even in dim environments. - β€’ **Pocket-Ready Portability:** Ultra-lightweight and compact design fits effortlessly in your bag or pocket. - β€’ **Scratch-Guard Sliding Case:** Keep your lens pristine and ready with the sleek protective cover. - β€’ **Battery-Powered Convenience:** Powered by 3 AAA batteries for reliable, on-the-go illumination anytime. - β€’ **Crystal-Clear 5x Magnification:** Experience sharp, distortion-free viewing with the premium aspheric lens. ## Overview The Carson MiniBrite 5x Pocket Magnifying Glass combines a high-quality 1.5 x 1.5-inch aspheric lens with bright LED lighting and a protective sliding case. Lightweight and compact, it’s designed for professionals on the move who demand clear, illuminated magnification in any setting. Powered by 3 AAA batteries, it offers reliable performance and scratch protection, making it an essential tool for detailed work or quick inspections. ## Description Carson MiniBrite 5x Pocket Magnifying Glass with LED Light and Sliding Case | Slide-Out Magnifier - Grey (PO-55): desertcart.co.uk: Home & Kitchen Review: Excellent pocket magnifier with lens protection and LED light. - I have vision problems (I'm not a pirate, the eyepatch is a medical necessity) and need to wear strong magnifying reading glasses as my only 'good' eye is actually not that great up-close. I have larger magnifiers for home and office use, but needed something I could keep in my jeans pocket for when I'm at the supermarket or otherwise away from home. The size and weight is perfect, the sliding cover keeps the lens nicely protected from scratches while pocketed, and depending on how far you retract it you can view with or without the LED light. It does need batteries, I am using rechargeable ones and they are still going strong after a couple of weeks. I have found the small magnifying lens to be a good size, fulfilling the compromise needed between magnified surface and portability. I don't have any problems with finding the sweet spot for magnification, and it's not with the lens sitting on the page as some people have suggested. My only criticism would be that the battery cover is poor quality (why is it always the battery cover?) and it cracked when replacing after installing batteries fir the first time. Once clipped into place it doesn't interfere with function. Review: Carson MiniBrite 5x Magnifier - I was delighted to find this item on desertcart as I already had one purchased a few years ago from a local store which no longer stocks them. I wanted a couple more as I find the magnification strength (and the light) even more necessary with age and increasingly poor vision and didn't want to need a pocket to carry one about with me all over the house in order to read the very small or faint print or on labels, instructions etc. It is compact and sturdy and the sliding cover protects the magnifying lens. It takes three small batteries for the light, which actually seem to last well, but if you don't need the light you can either not put any batteries in, or not quite fully open the cover so the light does not come on. You do have to be careful to open the magnifier the right way up (smooth side) to avoid the light shining in your eyes. These little magnifiers are so useful that I would recommend them to everyone! ## Features - 5x Aspheric lens clarity- Clear, distortion-free magnification with a 1.5 x 1.5-inch lens. - Magnifying Glass with Light- Provides LED bright illumination for viewing fine details in low-light settings. - Sliding case- Protects the lens from scratches and dust when not in use. - Compact and portable- Lightweight design perfect for carrying in a pocket, bag, or purse. - Battery-operated – Requires 3 AAA batteries (not included) for convenient and reliable lighting. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00524H8MC | | Are Batteries Required | Yes | | Batteries required? | Yes | | Best Sellers Rank | 7,902 in Stationery & Office Supplies ( See Top 100 in Stationery & Office Supplies ) 47 in Magnifying Glasses | | Brand | Carson | | Brand Name | Carson | | Colour | Black | | Country Of Origin | China | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 10,077 Reviews | | EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 2 Years | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00750668009135, 04250138224625 | | Handle Material | Kunststoff | | Importer Contact Information | TheRealOptics, PLOT J-19/2, NEAR J-394&395, MIDC ,Pune, India. Customer Care - 9209872098 | | Item Dimensions L x W | 28L x 2W centimetres | | Item Highlight | Slide-Out Magnifier - Grey (PO-55) | | Item Type Name | Magnifier | | Item Weight | 48 Grams | | Item weight | 48 Grams | | Lens Material | Acrylic | | Lens material | Acrylic | | Magnification Strength | 5 x | | Manufacturer | Carson | | Manufacturer Part Number | PO-55 | | Model Number | PO-55 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Packer Contact Information | TheRealOptics, PLOT J-19/2, NEAR J-394&395, MIDC ,Pune, India. Customer Care - 9209872098 | | Power Source | battery | | Product dimensions | 28L x 2W centimetres | | Sunglasses Lens Width | 29 Millimetres | | UPC | 750668009135 012301784466 885306936488 885418725222 885113230939 031111854848 080050441213 072091540109 680807629538 885662801635 521375640993 079532034739 885961658114 031111373691 044112793276 885779404323 885959869881 696582160548 885234266237 885138323289 683203238885 | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | ## Product Details - **Batteries required?:** Yes - **Brand:** Carson - **Colour:** Black - **Item weight:** 48 Grams - **Lens material:** Acrylic ## Images ![Carson MiniBrite 5x Pocket Magnifying Glass with LED Light and Sliding Case - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Nfs2XBpSL.jpg) ![Carson MiniBrite 5x Pocket Magnifying Glass with LED Light and Sliding Case - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71u789FHveL.jpg) ![Carson MiniBrite 5x Pocket Magnifying Glass with LED Light and Sliding Case - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71avrs01p0L.jpg) ![Carson MiniBrite 5x Pocket Magnifying Glass with LED Light and Sliding Case - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51TpC6fo53L.jpg) ![Carson MiniBrite 5x Pocket Magnifying Glass with LED Light and Sliding Case - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51GYcsovY5L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What is the magnification level of the MiniBrite LED Magnifier?** A: The MiniBrite offers a 5x magnification level, making it ideal for various tasks that require detailed inspection. **Q: How does the LED light work in this magnifier?** A: The built-in LED light activates when the sliding case opens, ensuring bright visibility. It turns off when closed to conserve battery life. **Q: Is the lens durable and distortion-free?** A: Yes, the MiniBrite features a lightweight, durable acrylic lens with precision optics, significantly reducing distortion and providing a sharp, clear image. **Q: What makes this magnifier a versatile low vision aid?** A: Tailored for those with low vision, it's perfect for reading and inspecting small details like stamps and coins, serving as an efficient page magnifier for reading. **Q: How portable is the MiniBrite LED Magnifier?** A: Weighing less than 2 ounces, it's ultra-compact, easily fitting into pockets, purses, glove boxes, and more, making it a convenient on-the-go magnifying solution. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent pocket magnifier with lens protection and LED light. *by ***** on 10 October 2022* I have vision problems (I'm not a pirate, the eyepatch is a medical necessity) and need to wear strong magnifying reading glasses as my only 'good' eye is actually not that great up-close. I have larger magnifiers for home and office use, but needed something I could keep in my jeans pocket for when I'm at the supermarket or otherwise away from home. The size and weight is perfect, the sliding cover keeps the lens nicely protected from scratches while pocketed, and depending on how far you retract it you can view with or without the LED light. It does need batteries, I am using rechargeable ones and they are still going strong after a couple of weeks. I have found the small magnifying lens to be a good size, fulfilling the compromise needed between magnified surface and portability. I don't have any problems with finding the sweet spot for magnification, and it's not with the lens sitting on the page as some people have suggested. My only criticism would be that the battery cover is poor quality (why is it always the battery cover?) and it cracked when replacing after installing batteries fir the first time. Once clipped into place it doesn't interfere with function. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Carson MiniBrite 5x Magnifier *by C***1 on 5 July 2025* I was delighted to find this item on Amazon as I already had one purchased a few years ago from a local store which no longer stocks them. I wanted a couple more as I find the magnification strength (and the light) even more necessary with age and increasingly poor vision and didn't want to need a pocket to carry one about with me all over the house in order to read the very small or faint print or on labels, instructions etc. It is compact and sturdy and the sliding cover protects the magnifying lens. It takes three small batteries for the light, which actually seem to last well, but if you don't need the light you can either not put any batteries in, or not quite fully open the cover so the light does not come on. You do have to be careful to open the magnifier the right way up (smooth side) to avoid the light shining in your eyes. These little magnifiers are so useful that I would recommend them to everyone! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well designed magnifier - very useful. *by S***M on 15 September 2016* I have found this very useful and easy to carry around especially as the built-in cover protects the lens. Just to follow on from some other negative reviews: someone said the light was always on - not true as you pull the cover back, at the far end of its reach it clicks the light on - the idea is that if you don't want the light then don't pull it that last little bit of the way out - it says this effectively in the description; someone said it distorts when the description explains how it's designed not to distort - it is my experience that holding it very close to the subject gives a reasonably distortion-free magnified view at the stated power of x5 but if you then begin to pull it away to get a higher degree of magnification then yes there is significant distortion around the edges. Definitely worth having. ## Frequently Bought Together - Carson MiniBrite LED Lighted Slide-Out Aspheric Magnifier with Protective Sleeve (PO-55), 5X, Gray - JMH Magnifying Glass with Light, 30X Handheld Large 18LED Cold and Warm Light with 3 Modes, Illuminated Magnifier for Seniors Reading, Inspection, Coins, Jewelry, Exploring - TECHSHARE Magnifying Glass with Light, Lighted Magnifying Glass, 5X Handheld Pocket Magnifier Small Illuminated Folding Hand Held Lighted Magnifier for Reading Coins Hobby Travel - 45 Mm Diameter --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sc/products/48443378-carson-minibrite-5x-pocket-magnifying-glass-with-led-light-sliding](https://www.desertcart.sc/products/48443378-carson-minibrite-5x-pocket-magnifying-glass-with-led-light-sliding) --- *Product available on Desertcart Seychelles* *Store origin: SC* *Last updated: 2026-10-21*