Camera accessory and imaging apparatus including the same

Abstract

This invention relates to a camera accessory and a shooting device including the camera accessory. The camera accessory includes a base, a flip cover, and a tightening cord. The base is used to mount the camera. The flip cover has a rotating end and a free end. The rotating end is rotatably connected to the base, and the free end can rotate relative to the base to switch the flip cover between an open and closed state. The tightening cord and the flip cover form a loop, which can be used to attach straps such as backpack straps, shoulder straps, or belts between the tightening cord and the flip cover. Because the flip cover can switch between an open and closed state, the user can operate the flip cover to rotate relative to the base to switch to the open state and connect the strap, and then operate the flip cover to rotate relative to the base to switch to the closed state. During the switch from the open to the closed state, the angle between the tightening cord and the rotating end decreases, making the loop smaller, thereby increasing the clamping force of the tightening cord on the strap, making the camera accessory more securely mounted on the strap.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of camera accessory technology, and in particular to a camera accessory and a shooting device including the camera accessory. Background Technology

[0002] Quick-release mechanisms, as camera accessories, are fixing mechanisms used to connect a camera to a tripod head. They allow for quick mounting and dismounting of the camera from the tripod head, hence the name "quick-release mechanism." Quick-release mechanisms are a very important auxiliary accessory for cameras, and there are many types on the market, varying greatly in quality. A quick-release mechanism generally consists of a quick-release mount and a quick-release plate. One of these components is used to fix the camera to the tripod head, while the other is used to fix it to the camera, thus enabling indirect mounting of the camera to the tripod head.

[0003] When people travel, they often carry cameras and video cameras to capture local scenery and memories for future enjoyment. To facilitate this, users often attach quick-release components to shoulder straps, bag straps, or other similar accessories. These are typically worn around the neck or waist, freeing the user's hands for other tasks. However, current quick-release components are usually connected to these flexible straps via a drawstring. Because these straps are flexible, the clamping force is often weak, causing the quick-release component to easily detach and loosen. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The present invention provides a camera accessory and a shooting device including the camera accessory, in order to solve the problem that the quick-release components in existing camera accessories have insufficient clamping force when mounting the camera to the strap, and the quick-release components are prone to detachment and loosening.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A camera accessory for mounting a camera on a strap, the camera accessory comprising:

[0007] The base has a mounting surface for mounting a camera;

[0008] A flip cover has a rotating end and a free end, the rotating end being rotatably connected to the base, and the free end being able to rotate relative to the base to switch the flip cover between an open state and a locked state. The flip cover has a first surface and a second surface opposite to each other along its thickness direction. When the flip cover is in the open state, the first surface is set at an angle to the side of the base that faces away from the mounting surface. When the flip cover is in the locked state, the flip cover is locked to the base, and the first surface faces the side of the base that faces away from the mounting surface.

[0009] The tightening cord has two opposite ends connected to the base and the flap, respectively. The tightening cord extends from the side of the base near the rotating end, passes through the second surface, and extends to the free end. The part of the tightening cord extending out of the base and the second surface form a loop. The loop can fit the strap between the tightening cord and the flap.

[0010] The flap can rotate relative to the base to change the angle between the tightening cord and the rotating end, thereby adjusting the size of the loop and changing the clamping force of the tightening cord on the strap.

[0011] In one embodiment, the rotating end is provided with a rotating member, which is rotatably connected to the base so that the flip cover can rotate relative to the base. The tightening rope extends from one side of the base and is attached to the outer surface of the rotating member, extending to the second side of the flip cover, and extends through the free end to the first side.

[0012] When the rotating member rotates relative to the base to switch the flip cover from the open state to the locked state, the angle between the tightening rope and the rotating member decreases, thereby increasing the length of the rope attached to the outer surface of the rotating member, so as to reduce the size of the loop.

[0013] In one embodiment, the rotating member is provided with an arcuate groove extending circumferentially thereon, and the tightening cord extends from the base and along the extension direction of the arcuate groove to the second surface of the flap.

[0014] In one embodiment, the rotating member includes a rotating body and a rotating shaft, the rotating shaft passing through the rotating body and the seat to enable the rotating member to rotate relative to the seat, and the tightening cord extending from one side of the seat and affixed to the outer surface of the rotating body to the second side of the flap.

[0015] In one embodiment, one of the base and the flip cover is provided with a snap fastener, and the other can be snapped into the snap fastener to fix the flip cover to the side of the base facing away from the mounting surface.

[0016] In one embodiment, the buckle is disposed on one side of the base and rotatably connected to the base. The buckle includes a locking part and a triggering part, the locking part protruding from the side of the base facing away from the mounting surface. The locking part and the side of the base facing away from the mounting surface enclose the locking part to form a mounting cavity. The camera accessory also includes an elastic element, the two opposite ends of which abut against the triggering part and the base respectively.

[0017] The free end of the flip cover can squeeze the locking part under the action of external force, so that the buckle overcomes the elastic force of the elastic element and rotates relative to the seat body, so that the locking part switches from the locked position to the released position. The free end can continue to rotate relative to the seat body under the action of external force and enter the mounting cavity. The elastic element releases the elastic force to push the locking part to clamp the free end between the locking part and the seat body.

[0018] When the flip cover is engaged with the buckle, the trigger part can be pressed to make the buckle rotate relative to the seat body against the elastic force of the elastic element, so that the locking part switches from the locking position to the releasing position, and the free end can rotate relative to the seat body and leave the mounting cavity;

[0019] After the free end leaves the mounting cavity, the elastic element releases its elastic force to push the buckle to rotate relative to the seat body, so that the locking part switches from the released position to the locked position.

[0020] In one embodiment, the locking part is provided with an arc surface, and the free end is provided with an inclined surface, the inclined surface being set at an angle to the seat body; when the free end presses against the locking part, the arc surface slides on the inclined surface to cause the buckle to rotate relative to the seat body.

[0021] In one embodiment, the locking part is provided with a limiting surface, which is located on the side of the locking part facing the seat and spaced apart from the seat. When the locking part is in the locked position, the limiting surface is parallel to the mounting surface, and the limiting surface clamps the free end between the limiting surface and the seat. When the locking part is in the released position, the limiting surface is set at an angle to the seat, and the free end can rotate relative to the seat and leave the mounting cavity.

[0022] In one embodiment, the tightening cord is a single, continuous cord. The beginning and end of the tightening cord are defined as a first end and a second end, respectively. Both the first end and the second end are fixed to the same side of the base and extend out of the base from the same side, and are attached to the outer surface of the rotating member, extending to the second surface. The exposed portion of the tightening cord is a continuous segment and forms a hook end. The hook end has a U-shaped structure. The first surface of the flip cover is provided with a hook, and the hook end can be hooked onto the hook so that the tightening cord and the second surface of the flip cover form two loops.

[0023] In one embodiment, the hook and the flap enclose a first channel and a second channel, the first channel extending along a first direction and communicating with the second channel on both sides thereon, and the second channel extending along a second direction to the edge of the flap; the hook end with a U-shaped structure includes a middle section and a first section and a second section located on both sides of the middle section, the middle section being hooked in the first channel, and the first section and the second section being respectively housed in the second channel on both sides of the first channel;

[0024] Wherein, the first direction is perpendicular to the second direction.

[0025] In one embodiment, the camera accessory further includes a cord sleeve that is fitted over the outer surface of the hook end and is attached to the hook to attach the hook end to the hook.

[0026] In one embodiment, the camera accessory further includes a back panel connected to the tension cord, the strap being clamped between the back panel and the second side of the flip cover.

[0027] In one embodiment, at least one of the flip cover and the back panel is provided with a soft rubber pad located within the collar.

[0028] In one embodiment, the camera accessory further includes a quick-release plate that engages with the base on the mounting surface, the quick-release plate being used to mount the camera.

[0029] A shooting device includes a camera and the aforementioned camera accessory, the camera accessory mounting the camera on a strap.

[0030] As can be seen from the above technical solutions, the embodiments of the present invention have at least the following advantages and positive effects:

[0031] The camera accessory of this invention includes a base, a flip cover, and a tightening cord. The flip cover has a rotating end and a fixed end, which are rotatably connected to the base. The flip cover can rotate relative to the base to switch between an open state and a locked state. The flip cover and the tightening cord together form a loop for attaching a strap. When using the camera accessory, the user first operates the flip cover to rotate relative to the base to switch to the open state, connecting the loop to the strap to achieve pre-fixation of the strap. Then, the user operates the flip cover to rotate relative to the base to switch to the locked state. During the rotation, the angle between the tightening cord and the rotating end decreases, making the loop smaller, thereby increasing the clamping force of the tightening cord on the strap, making the camera accessory more securely mounted on the strap. Attached Figure Description

[0032] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0033] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a camera accessory in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the camera accessories in the open position.

[0035] Figure 3 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the camera accessories in a locked state.

[0036] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the camera accessory including a quick-release plate in another embodiment;

[0037] Figure 5 for Figure 2 An exploded view of the camera components shown.

[0038] Figure 6 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the state of the seat's latch in the locked and unlocked positions.

[0039] Figure 7 for Figure 6 An enlarged structural diagram of the buckle shown;

[0040] Figure 8 for Figure 3 The camera accessory shown is a cross-sectional view along section line AA.

[0041] Figure 9 for Figure 1An exploded view of the camera components shown.

[0042] Figure 10 for Figure 2 A magnified view of a portion of region A shown.

[0043] The annotations in the attached figures are explained as follows:

[0044] 10. Camera accessories; 10a. Quick-release kit; 20. Straps;

[0045] 100. Base; 110. Mounting surface; 120. Snap fastener; 121. Locking part; 1211. Curved surface; 1212. Limiting surface; 122. Triggering part; 123. Mounting cavity; 130. Elastic element; 200. Flip cover; 210. Rotating end; 211. Rotating element; 211a. Curved groove; 2111. Rotating body; 2112. Rotating shaft; 220. Free end; 221. Inclined surface ; 230, First side; 240, Second side; 250, Hook; 251, First channel; 252, Second channel; 300, Tightening rope; 310, First end; 320, Second end; 330, Hanging end; 331, Middle section; 332, First section; 333, Second section; 340, Rope tube; 400, Loop; 500, Quick-release plate; 600, Back plate; 700, Soft rubber pad. Detailed Implementation

[0046] Typical embodiments embodying the features and advantages of the present invention will be described in detail in the following description. It should be understood that the present invention can have various variations in different embodiments without departing from the scope of the present invention, and the descriptions and illustrations herein are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to limit the present invention.

[0047] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the stated features. In the description of this application, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0048] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set up," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0049] refer to Figure 1This invention provides a camera accessory 10 and a shooting device including the camera accessory 10. The shooting device also includes a camera. The camera accessory 10 serves as an auxiliary accessory that can indirectly mount the camera onto a strap 20. Users can use the camera accessory 10 to mount the camera onto the strap 20 or detach the camera from the strap 20. When people travel, they often carry cameras to record local scenery for future enjoyment. To record images promptly, users can use the camera accessory 10 to hang the camera on the strap 20 around their chest or waist before shooting, thus freeing their hands for other operations. It is understood that the strap 20 can be, but is not limited to, a shoulder strap, bag strap, belt, or other strap worn on various parts of the body. Furthermore, the camera in this invention should be interpreted broadly; besides a specific photographic device, a camera can also be understood as any electronic device with shooting capabilities.

[0050] refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The camera accessory 10 includes a base 100, a flip cover 200, and a tensioning cable 300. The base 100 has a mounting surface 110 for mounting the camera. The flip cover 200 has opposing rotating ends 210 and free ends 220. The rotating end 210 is rotatably connected to the base 100, and the free end 220 is capable of rotating relative to the base 100 to allow the flip cover 200 to... Figure 2 The open state shown and Figure 3 The flap 200 has a first surface 230 and a second surface 240 facing each other along its thickness direction, which switch between the locked and unlocked states. When the flap 200 is in the open state, the first surface 230 is set at an angle to the side of the base 100 facing away from the mounting surface 110. When the flap 200 is in the locked state, the flap 200 is locked to the base 100, with the first surface 230 facing the side of the base 100 facing away from the mounting surface 110. The two opposite ends of the tightening cord 300 are respectively connected to the base 100 and the flap 200. The tightening cord 300 extends from the side of the base 100 near the rotating end 210, passes through the second surface 240, and extends to the free end 220. The portion of the tightening cord 300 extending out of the base 100 and the second surface 240 forms a loop 400, which can fit the strap 20 between the tightening cord 300 and the flap 200. The flip cover 200 can rotate relative to the seat 100 to change the angle between the tightening rope 300 and the rotating end 210, thereby adjusting the size of the loop 400 and changing the clamping force of the tightening rope 300 on the strap 20.

[0051] In commercially available camera accessories 10, the camera accessory 10 is directly attached to the strap 20 via the tightening cord 300, making it prone to loosening and detachment during user use. In this application, the flip cover 200 can rotate relative to the base 100 to switch between an open and locked state. When using the camera accessory 10, the user first operates the flip cover 200 to rotate relative to the base 100 to switch to the open state, connecting the loop 400 to the strap 20 for pre-fixation. Then, the user operates the flip cover 200 to rotate relative to the base 100 to switch to the locked state. During rotation, the angle between the tightening cord 300 and the rotating end 210 decreases, making the loop 400 smaller, thereby increasing the clamping force of the tightening cord 300 on the strap 20, making the camera accessory 10 more securely mounted on the strap 20.

[0052] refer to Figure 4 In this embodiment, the camera accessory 10 is a quick-release assembly 10a, which also includes a quick-release plate 500. The quick-release plate 500 is quick-fitted with the base 100 on the mounting surface 110. The quick-release plate 500 is used to connect the camera. When the user wants to take photos, the camera can be quickly and easily detached from the straps 20 (various parts of the body) through the quick-release assembly 10a, and the user can hold the camera to take pictures and record the scenery along the way. Specifically, the user first connects the quick-release plate 500 to the camera or other photographic equipment through the threaded interface; then, the quick-release plate 500 is slid and quick-released onto the mounting surface 110 of the base 100 to mount the camera onto the base 100; next, the shooting device including the quick-release assembly 10a and the camera is fixedly mounted to the straps 20 mentioned above by the tightening rope 300; finally, the straps 20 are worn as part of a backpack, shoulder bag, or waist bag on various parts of the body, thereby enabling the camera to be attached to various parts of the body to free the hands for other operations. It is understood that in other embodiments, the quick-release assembly 10a may not include the quick-release plate 500. It is only necessary to provide a connection structure for connecting with the camera on the mounting surface 110 of the base 100, such as a threaded interface, a snap-fit, a slot, a dovetail groove, etc. In this application, the type of quick-release plate 500 connected to the base 100 is not limited. The quick-release plate 500 should be interpreted broadly as any external device or plate that can be connected with the base 100. Furthermore, the threaded interface is only one specific installation method for connecting the quick-release plate 500 to the camera. In other embodiments, snap-fit, sliding groove, and other installation methods may also be used.

[0053] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 5Specifically, the rotating end 210 is provided with a rotating member 211, which is rotatably connected to the base 100 so that the flip cover 200 can rotate relative to the base 100. The tightening rope 300 extends from one side of the base 100 and is attached to the outer surface of the rotating member 211, extending to the second surface 240 of the flip cover 200, and then extends through the free end 220 to the first surface 230. It can be understood that in other embodiments, the tightening rope 300 extends from the base 100, passes through the second surface 240, and is connected to the free end 220 or the second surface 240. When the tightening rope 300 is connected to the second surface 240, the loop 400 formed by the portion of the tightening rope 300 extending out of the base 100 and the second surface 240 is smaller, and the width of the strap 20 that can be clamped is smaller.

[0054] When the rotating component 211 rotates relative to the base 100 to switch the flip cover 200 from the open state to the locked state, the angle between the tightening rope 300 and the rotating component 211 decreases, thereby increasing the length of the rope 300 attached to the outer surface of the rotating component 211. This reduces the size of the loop 400, resulting in a stronger clamping force of the tightening rope 300 on the strap 20. It should be understood that since the length of the tightening rope 300 is constant, the increased length of the rope attached to the outer surface of the rotating component 211 during the rotation of the flip cover 200 is equivalent to tightening the tightening rope 300, reducing the size of the loop 400, increasing the clamping force of the tightening rope 300 on the strap 20, and making the connection between the base 100 and the strap 20 more secure.

[0055] The rotating component 211 is provided with an arc-shaped groove 211a extending circumferentially therein. The tightening rope 300 extends from the base 100 and extends along the extending direction of the arc-shaped groove 211a to the second surface 240 of the flip cover 200. The arc-shaped groove 211a prevents the tightening rope 300 from sliding relative to the flip cover 200 and leaving the rotating component 211 during the flip cover 200's rotation, thus preventing an unstable connection between the flip cover 200 and the strap 20. It is understood that in other embodiments, if preventing the tightening rope 300 from sliding on the rotating component 211 is not considered, the rotating component 211 may not have the arc-shaped groove 211a.

[0056] In this example, the rotating component 211 includes a rotating body 2111 and a rotating shaft 2112. The rotating shaft 2112 passes through the rotating body 2111 and the seat 100, allowing the rotating component 211 to rotate relative to the seat 100. The tightening rope 300 extends from one side of the seat 100 and is attached to the outer surface of the rotating body 2111, extending to the second surface 240 of the flip cover 200. It is worth noting that this embodiment only provides an exemplary connection method for the rotating component 211 to rotate relative to the seat 100. In other embodiments, the rotating component 211 can also be rotatably connected to the seat 100 through other connection methods, such as hinges.

[0057] Reference Figure 6 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 The base 100 is provided with a buckle 120, which is located on one side of the base 100 and rotatably connected to it. The free end 220 of the flip cover 200 can be engaged with the buckle 120, so that when the flip cover 200 is engaged with the base 100, it remains relatively fixed to the base 100, preventing the base 100 from loosening during shooting and affecting the shooting effect. It can be understood that in other embodiments, the buckle 120 can be located on the free end 220 of the flip cover 200, and one side of the base 100 can be engaged with the buckle 120 on the free end 220.

[0058] The quick-release assembly 10a also includes an elastic element 130. The latch 120 includes opposing locking portions 121 and trigger portions 122. The locking portion 121 protrudes from the side of the base 100 facing away from the mounting surface 110. The locking portion 121 and the side of the base 100 facing away from the mounting surface 110 enclose a mounting cavity 123. The opposite ends of the elastic element 130 abut against the base 100 and the trigger portion 122, respectively. The free end 220 of the flip cover 200 can press the locking portion 121 under external force, causing the latch 120 to rotate relative to the base 100 against the elastic force of the elastic element 130, thus allowing the locking portion 121 to... Figure 6 (a) The locking position is switched to Figure 6 (b) In the release position, the free end 220 can continue to rotate relative to the seat 100 and enter the mounting cavity 123 under the action of external force. The elastic element 130 releases its elastic force so that the locking part 121 clamps the free end 220 between the locking part 121 and the seat 100. When the flip cover 200 is engaged with the seat 100, the trigger part 122 can be pressed so that the latch 120 overcomes the elastic force of the elastic element 130 and rotates relative to the seat 100, so that the locking part 121 switches from the locked position to the release position. At this time, the free end 220 can rotate relative to the seat 100 and leave the mounting cavity 123. When the free end 220 leaves the mounting cavity 123, the elastic element 130 releases its elastic force to push the latch 120 to rotate relative to the seat 100, so that the locking part 121 switches from the release position to the locked position.

[0059] Specifically, the locking part 121 is provided with an arc surface 1211, and the free end 220 is provided with an inclined surface 221, which is set at an angle to the base 100. When the free end 220 presses against the locking part 121, the arc surface 1211 slides on the inclined surface 221, causing the buckle 120 to rotate relative to the base 100. It can be understood that in other embodiments, the arc surface 1211 can be provided on the free end 220 and the inclined surface 221 can be provided on the locking part 121. In this case, the process of the free end 220 pressing against the locking part 121 to make the buckle 120 rotate is not smooth, but it does not affect its effect.

[0060] Specifically, the locking part 121 is provided with a limiting surface 1212, which is located on the side of the locking part 121 facing the seat 100 and is spaced apart from the seat 100. When the locking part 121 is in a certain position... Figure 6 When locked as shown in (a), the limiting surface 1212 is parallel to the mounting surface 110, and the limiting surface 1212 can clamp the free end 220 between the limiting surface 1212 and the seat 100; when the locking part is in Figure 6 When in the release position shown in (b), the limiting surface 1212 is set at an angle to the seat 100, and the free end 220 can rotate relative to the seat 100 and leave the mounting cavity 123.

[0061] refer to Figure 9 and Figure 10 In this embodiment, the tightening rope 300 is a complete and continuous single piece. The beginning and end of the tightening rope are defined as the first end 310 and the second end 320, respectively. Both the first end 310 and the second end 320 are fixed to the same side of the base 100 and extend out of the base 100 from the same side, and are attached to the outer surface of the rotating member 211, extending to the second surface 240. The exposed portion of the tightening rope 300 is a continuous segment and forms a hook end 330, which has a U-shaped structure. The first surface 230 of the flip cover 200 is provided with a hook 250. The hook end 330 is hooked to the hook 250 so that the tightening rope 300 and the side of the base 100 facing away from the mounting surface 110 form two loops 400. The connection of a single tightening rope 300 forming two loops 400 is more stable than forming only one loop 400, and the tightening rope 300 clamps the strap 20 more securely.

[0062] It is understood that in other embodiments, the number of tightening cords 300 can be one or more. The present invention does not limit the number of tightening cords 300, nor does it limit the number of tightening cords 300 forming the loop 400. One tightening cord 300 can form one or more loops 400, and one loop 400 can be formed by one or more tightening cords 300.

[0063] The hook 250 and the flip cover 200 enclose a first channel 251 and a second channel 252. The first channel 251 extends along a first direction and communicates with the second channel 252 on both sides. The second channel 252 extends along a second direction to the edge of the flip cover 200, wherein the first direction is perpendicular to the second direction. The U-shaped hook end 330 includes a middle section 331 and a first section 332 and a second section 333 located on both sides of the middle section 331. The middle section 331 is hooked into the first channel 251, and the first section 332 and the second section 333 are respectively housed in the second channel 252 on both sides of the first channel 251.

[0064] Furthermore, the quick-release assembly 10a also includes a rope tube 340, which is sleeved on the outer surface of the hook end 330 and hooked onto the hook 250 to attach the hook end 330 to the hook 250. Compared to the thinner tightening rope 300, the rope tube 340 has a larger diameter and is less prone to deformation. Operating the rope tube 340 to hook onto the hook 250 requires less effort than directly operating the tightening rope 300 to hook onto the hook 250. Simultaneously, the rope tube 340 protects the tightening rope 300, reducing friction and wear between the tightening rope 300 and the hook 250, thus extending the service life of the tightening rope 300. It is understood that in other embodiments, when ease of operation and reduced wear on the tightening rope 300 are not considered, the quick-release assembly 10a may omit the rope tube 340.

[0065] Reference Figure 8 and Figure 9 In one embodiment, the quick-release assembly 10a further includes a back plate 600 connected to a tightening cord 300. A strap 20 is clamped between the back plate 600 and the flip cover 200. The back plate 600 is parallel to the mounting surface 110 and is traversed by the tightening cord 300. The tightening cord 300 passes through both ends of the back plate 600 and is connected to the base 100 and the flip cover 200, respectively, so that the tightening cord 300 compresses the back plate 600 to clamp the strap 20 between the back plate 600 and the base flip cover 200. Since the strap 20 is typically made of a deformable material, after the quick-release assembly 10a is installed on the strap 20, deformation of the strap 20 may cause instability. The back plate 600 clamps the strap 20 between the back plate 600 and the base 100, preventing instability caused by strap 20 deformation. It is understandable that, without considering the instability caused by the deformation of the strap 20, the quick-install assembly 10a may not include the back plate 600.

[0066] Furthermore, at least one of the flap 200 and the back panel 600 is provided with a soft rubber pad 700 located within the collar 400. In this embodiment, both the flap 200 and the back panel 600 are provided with soft rubber pads 700 located within the collar 400, and the two soft rubber pads 700 are parallel to the back panel 600 and in contact with the strap 20. Figure 8 The illustration shows the strap 20 being held between two soft rubber pads 700. The soft rubber pads 700 increase the friction between the flap 200 or back panel 600 and the strap 20, reducing the likelihood of relative sliding between the quick-release assembly 10a and the strap 20 after installation. It is understood that in other embodiments, only the flap 200 may have the soft rubber pad 700, or only the back panel 600 may have the soft rubber pad 700. Furthermore, the soft rubber pad 700 may be omitted.

[0067] Although the invention has been described with reference to several typical embodiments, it should be understood that the terminology used is illustrative and exemplary, and not restrictive. Since the invention can be embodied in many forms without departing from the spirit or essence of the invention, it should be understood that the above embodiments are not limited to any of the foregoing details, but should be interpreted broadly within the spirit and scope defined by the appended claims. Therefore, all variations and modifications falling within the scope of the claims or their equivalents should be covered by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A camera accessory for mounting a camera on a strap, characterized in that, The camera accessories include: The base has a mounting surface for mounting a camera; A flip cover has a rotating end and a free end, the rotating end being rotatably connected to the base, and the free end being able to rotate relative to the base to switch the flip cover between an open state and a locked state. The flip cover has a first surface and a second surface opposite to each other along its thickness direction. When the flip cover is in the open state, the first surface is set at an angle to the side of the base that faces away from the mounting surface. When the flip cover is in the locked state, the flip cover is locked to the base, and the first surface faces the side of the base that faces away from the mounting surface. The tightening cord has two opposite ends connected to the base and the flap, respectively. The tightening cord extends from the side of the base near the rotating end, passes through the second surface, and extends to the free end. The part of the tightening cord extending out of the base and the second surface form a loop. The loop can fit the strap between the tightening cord and the flap. The flap can rotate relative to the base to change the angle between the tightening cord and the rotating end, thereby adjusting the size of the loop and changing the clamping force of the tightening cord on the strap.

2. The camera accessory according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rotating end is provided with a rotating component, which is rotatably connected to the base so that the flip cover can rotate relative to the base. The tightening rope extends from one side of the base and is attached to the outer surface of the rotating component, extending to the second side of the flip cover, and extends through the free end to the first side. When the rotating member rotates relative to the base to switch the flip cover from the open state to the locked state, the angle between the tightening rope and the rotating member decreases, thereby increasing the length of the rope attached to the outer surface of the rotating member, so as to reduce the size of the loop.

3. The camera accessory according to claim 2, characterized in that, The rotating component is provided with an arc-shaped groove extending circumferentially thereon, and the tightening rope extends from the base body and extends along the extension direction of the arc-shaped groove to the second surface of the flip cover.

4. The camera accessory according to claim 2, characterized in that, The rotating component includes a rotating body and a rotating shaft. The rotating shaft passes through the rotating body and the seat to enable the rotating component to rotate relative to the seat. The tightening cord extends from one side of the seat and is attached to the outer surface of the rotating body, extending to the second side of the flip cover.

5. The camera accessory according to claim 2, characterized in that, One of the base and the flip cover is provided with a buckle, and the other can be engaged with the buckle to fix the flip cover to the side of the base facing away from the mounting surface.

6. The camera accessory according to claim 5, characterized in that, The buckle is disposed on one side of the base and rotatably connected to the base. The buckle includes a locking part and a triggering part. The locking part protrudes from the side of the base facing away from the mounting surface. The locking part and the side of the base facing away from the mounting surface enclose the locking part to form a mounting cavity. The camera accessory also includes an elastic element. The two opposite ends of the elastic element abut against the triggering part and the base, respectively. The free end of the flip cover can squeeze the locking part under the action of external force, so that the buckle overcomes the elastic force of the elastic element and rotates relative to the seat body, so that the locking part switches from the locked position to the released position. The free end can continue to rotate relative to the seat body under the action of external force and enter the mounting cavity. The elastic element releases the elastic force to push the locking part to clamp the free end between the locking part and the seat body. When the flip cover is engaged with the buckle, the trigger part can be pressed to make the buckle rotate relative to the seat body against the elastic force of the elastic element, so that the locking part switches from the locking position to the releasing position, and the free end can rotate relative to the seat body and leave the mounting cavity; After the free end leaves the mounting cavity, the elastic element releases its elastic force to push the buckle to rotate relative to the seat body, so that the locking part switches from the released position to the locked position.

7. The camera accessory according to claim 6, characterized in that, The locking part is provided with an arc surface, and the free end is provided with an inclined surface, which is set at an angle to the base body; when the free end presses the locking part, the arc surface slides on the inclined surface to make the buckle rotate relative to the base body.

8. The camera accessory according to claim 6, characterized in that, The locking part is provided with a limiting surface, which is located on the side of the locking part facing the seat and is spaced apart from the seat. When the locking part is in the locked position, the limiting surface is parallel to the mounting surface, and the limiting surface clamps the free end between the limiting surface and the seat. When the locking part is in the released position, the limiting surface is set at an angle to the seat, and the free end can rotate relative to the seat and leave the mounting cavity.

9. The camera accessory according to claim 2, characterized in that, The tightening cord is a single, continuous cord. The beginning and end of the tightening cord are defined as the first end and the second end, respectively. Both the first end and the second end are fixed to the same side of the base and extend out of the base from the same side, and are attached to the outer surface of the rotating component, extending to the second surface. The exposed portion of the tightening cord is a continuous segment and forms a hook end. The hook end has a U-shaped structure. The first surface of the flip cover is provided with a hook, and the hook end can be hooked onto the hook so that the tightening cord and the second surface of the flip cover form two loops.

10. The camera accessory according to claim 9, characterized in that, The hook and the flap together form a first channel and a second channel. The first channel extends along a first direction and communicates with the second channel on both sides. The second channel extends along a second direction to the edge of the flap. The hook end, which has a U-shaped structure, includes a middle section and a first section and a second section located on both sides of the middle section. The middle section is hooked into the first channel, and the first section and the second section are respectively housed in the second channel on both sides of the first channel. Wherein, the first direction is perpendicular to the second direction.

11. The camera accessory according to claim 9, characterized in that, The camera accessory also includes a rope tube, which is sleeved on the outer surface of the hook end and is attached to the hook to attach the hook end to the hook.

12. The camera accessory according to claim 1, characterized in that, The camera accessory also includes a back panel connected to the tension cord, and the strap is clamped between the back panel and the second side of the flip cover.

13. The camera accessory according to claim 12, characterized in that, At least one of the flip cover and the back panel is provided with a soft rubber pad located inside the collar.

14. The camera accessory according to claim 1, characterized in that, The camera accessory also includes a quick-release plate, which engages with the base on the mounting surface for quick mounting of the camera.

15. A shooting device, characterized in that, Includes a camera and a camera accessory as described in any one of claims 1 to 14, wherein the camera accessory mounts the camera on a strap.

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