Image pickup apparatus and image pickup method of image pickup apparatus

Abstract

The invention provides camera equipment and a shooting method of the camera equipment, which are used for meeting the shooting requirements of diversified scenes and improving the use experience of a user. The camera shooting equipment comprises an equipment body and a plurality of camera shooting mechanisms, the equipment body comprises a first shell, a main control module and a first communication interface, the main control module and the first communication interface are both installed on the shell, and the first communication interface is electrically connected with the main control module; the imaging parameters of the at least two camera shooting mechanisms are different, each camera shooting mechanism comprises a second shell, a control module, a camera shooting module and a second communication interface, the control module, the camera shooting module and the second communication interface are all installed on the second shell, and the second communication interface and the camera shooting module are both electrically connected with the control module; when each camera mechanism is detachably installed on the equipment body, the second shell is detachably installed on the first shell, and the second communication interface is electrically connected with the first communication interface.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of camera technology, and more particularly to a camera device and a method for shooting with the camera device. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, video recording equipment is diverse, and users need to use different video recording equipment for different usage scenarios. When users have usage needs in various scenarios, they often need to use other tools to assist in shooting. Video recording equipment cannot meet the shooting needs of diverse scenarios, which affects the user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This application provides a camera device and a shooting method for the camera device, which can meet the shooting needs of diverse scenarios and improve the user experience.

[0004] In a first aspect, this application provides a camera device, including a device body and a plurality of camera mechanisms. The device body includes a first housing, a main control module and a first communication interface. The main control module and the first communication interface are both installed in the housing, and the first communication interface is electrically connected to the main control module. At least two of the camera setups have different imaging parameters. Each camera setup includes a second housing, a control module, a camera module, and a second communication interface. The control module, the camera module, and the second communication interface are all mounted on the second housing. The second communication interface and the camera module are all electrically connected to the control module. When each of the camera modules is detachably mounted on the main body of the device, the second housing is detachably mounted on the first housing, and the second communication interface is electrically connected to the first communication interface.

[0005] The camera device described in this application includes multiple camera frames, each of which is detachably mounted on the main body of the device. At least two of the camera frames have different imaging parameters. When using the camera device, the user can select the camera frame according to the usage scenario or personal needs. The user can meet the usage needs without the need for other external tools. The camera device can not only meet the diverse shooting needs of different scenarios and improve the user experience, but also save the cost of accessories and help improve the product competitiveness of the camera device.

[0006] In one embodiment, the plurality of camera mechanisms include a first camera mechanism. In the first camera mechanism, the second housing includes a rotating arm and a rotating base. The rotating base is connected to the rotating arm. The control module and the camera module are both mounted on the rotating base. The second communication interface is mounted on the rotating arm. When the first camera mechanism is detachably mounted on the main body of the device, the rotating arm is detachably mounted on the first housing.

[0007] In the camera device described in this application, the first camera mechanism is a gimbal camera. Users can use the first camera mechanism to shoot short videos such as vlogs while enjoying food or traveling. The shooting angle of the first camera mechanism can be adjusted by rotating the rotating arm or the rotating base according to usage needs, which helps to improve the shooting flexibility of the camera device and enhance the user experience.

[0008] In one embodiment, the rotating arm includes a first rotating arm and a second rotating arm, the second rotating arm is connected to the first rotating arm, the rotating seat is connected to the second rotating arm, and the second communication interface is installed on the first rotating arm; When the first camera mechanism is detachably mounted on the main body of the device, the first rotating arm is detachably mounted on the first housing; The second housing further includes a first drive module, a second drive module, and a third drive module. The first drive module is used to drive the first rotating arm to rotate relative to the first housing about a first rotation axis. The second drive module is used to drive the second rotating arm to rotate relative to the first rotating arm about a second rotation axis, the second rotation axis intersecting the first rotation axis. The third drive module is used to drive the rotating seat to rotate relative to the second rotating arm about a third rotation axis, the third rotation axis intersecting the second rotation axis.

[0009] The first drive module, the second drive module, and the third drive module can all adjust the shooting angle of the first camera mechanism by driving the relative rotation between different components. The camera device can achieve 360° shooting, which can enrich the usage scenarios of the camera device and realize the full scene coverage of the camera device.

[0010] In one embodiment, the plurality of camera structures includes a second camera structure, and the camera module of the second camera structure includes a panoramic camera module.

[0011] In the camera device described in this application, the second camera mechanism is a panoramic camera, which users can use to take pictures when they need to display buildings or events.

[0012] In one embodiment, the plurality of camera structures includes a third camera structure, and the camera module of the third camera structure includes a motion camera module.

[0013] In the camera device described in this application, the third camera mechanism is an action camera, which the user can use to take pictures during movement.

[0014] In one embodiment, each of the camera mechanisms further includes a memory mounted in the second housing and used to store the specifications of the camera mechanism; The main control module includes a storage unit and a main control unit. The storage unit is used to store multiple drivers, and the multiple drivers are adapted to the multiple camera structures one by one. The main control unit is electrically connected to the storage unit. When each of the camera modules is detachably installed on the main body of the device, the main control unit identifies the specification information of the camera module and, based on the identification result, uses a driver program in the storage unit that is compatible with the camera module to drive the camera module to take pictures, so as to ensure the reliability of the camera device.

[0015] In one embodiment, the first housing is provided with a first retaining part, and the second housing is provided with a second retaining part. When each camera module is detachably installed on the device body, the first retaining part and the second retaining part retain each other, which not only realizes the detachable design between the camera module and the device body, but also ensures the assembly stability between the camera module and the device body.

[0016] In one embodiment, the main body of the device further includes a first magnetic suction element, which is mounted on the first housing; Each of the camera mechanisms also includes a second magnetic accommodator, which is mounted on the second housing; When each of the camera components is detachably mounted on the main body of the device, the second magnetic component and the first magnetic component magnetically attract each other, which not only realizes the detachable design between the camera component and the main body of the device, but also ensures the assembly stability between the camera component and the main body of the device.

[0017] In one embodiment, the first housing is provided with a first positioning part, and the second housing is provided with a second positioning part; When each of the camera modules is detachably installed on the main body of the device, the first positioning part and the second positioning part are positioned and cooperated to ensure the assembly accuracy between the camera module and the main body of the device.

[0018] In one embodiment, the signals transmitted between the first communication interface and the second communication interface include at least one of wireless signals, optical signals, and electrical signals.

[0019] In one embodiment, the main body of the device further includes a first power supply interface, which is installed on the first housing and electrically connected to the main control module; Each of the camera mechanisms also includes a second power supply interface, which is mounted on the second housing and electrically connected to the control module; When each of the camera modules is detachably mounted on the main body of the device, the second power supply interface is electrically connected to the first power supply interface to enable the main body of the device to supply power to the camera modules.

[0020] In one embodiment, the main body of the device is a handheld handle, which is not only convenient for users to hold and use, but also small in size, making it easy for users to carry.

[0021] In one embodiment, the camera device further includes a support mechanism. When the camera device is in a first usage state, the support mechanism is installed on the main body of the device and is used to support the main body of the device to improve the placement stability of the camera device. The camera device can be placed not only on a horizontal or inclined plane, but also on an uneven surface, and the camera device can shoot in different scenarios, which can further enrich the usage scenarios of the camera device.

[0022] In one embodiment, when the camera device is in the first usage state, the support mechanism is detachably installed on the main body of the device, so that the user can select the support mechanism according to the needs and improve the flexibility of the camera device.

[0023] In one embodiment, the first housing is provided with a storage slot, the opening of which is located on the outer surface of the first housing. The camera device also has a second usage state. When the camera device is in the second usage state, the support mechanism is stored in the storage slot to facilitate storage of the support mechanism, thereby reducing the size of the projection device and making it easier for users to carry.

[0024] Secondly, this application provides a shooting method using a camera device, implemented using any of the camera devices described above, the shooting method comprising: Determine the usage scenario of the camera equipment; Select a camera structure that is suitable for the usage scenario of the camera equipment; The selected camera mechanism is detachably mounted on the main body of the device, wherein the second housing is detachably mounted on the first housing, and the second communication interface is electrically connected to the first communication interface; The camera mechanism is used for filming.

[0025] The camera device described in this application includes multiple camera frames, each of which is detachably mounted on the main body of the device. At least two of the camera frames have different imaging parameters. When using the camera device, the user can select the camera frame according to the usage scenario or personal needs. The user can meet the usage needs without the need for other external tools. The camera device can not only meet the diverse shooting needs of different scenarios and improve the user experience, but also save the cost of accessories and help improve the product competitiveness of the camera device.

[0026] In one embodiment, the step of the camera mechanism taking pictures includes: the main control unit identifies the specification information of the camera mechanism, and drives the camera mechanism to take pictures using a driver program in the storage unit that is compatible with the camera mechanism, based on the identification result, so as to ensure the reliability of the camera device. Attached Figure Description

[0027] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments of this application will be described below.

[0028] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the camera device provided in this application in its first state; Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the camera device in the second state; Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the main body of the camera device shown; Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the frame structure of the camera device shown. Figure 5 yes Figure 3 A partial structural diagram of the main body of the device shown from another angle; Figure 6 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the main body of the device and the first camera mechanism shown; Figure 7 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the main body of the device and the second camera mechanism shown; Figure 8 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the main body of the device and the third camera mechanism shown; Figure 9 yes Figure 6 The diagram shows the structure of the first camera mechanism. Figure 10 yes Figure 7 The diagram shows the structure of the second camera mechanism. Figure 11 yes Figure 8 The diagram shows the structure of the third camera mechanism. Figure 12 yes Figures 9 to 11 A partial structural diagram of the camera mechanism shown from another angle; Figure 13 This is a flowchart of the shooting method of the camera equipment provided in this application. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0030] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 , Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the camera device 1 provided in this application in its first state. Figure 2 yes Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of camera device 1 in its second state. For ease of description, the width direction of the main body of the device is defined as the X-axis, the length direction as the Y-axis, and the height direction as the Z-axis. The X-axis, Y-axis, and Z-axis are all perpendicular to each other.

[0031] The camera device 1 includes a main body 10, a support mechanism 20, and multiple camera mechanisms 30. The support mechanism 20 is mounted on the main body 10. The camera device 1 has a first operating state and a second operating state. Figure 1 As shown, when the camera device 1 is in its first operating state, the support mechanism 20 is installed on one side of the device body 10 along the height direction (Z-axis direction in the diagram), and the camera mechanism 30 is detachably installed on the other side of the device body 10. Because the support mechanism 20 supports the device body 10, it improves the stability of the camera device 1. The camera device 1 can be placed not only on flat surfaces such as horizontal and inclined surfaces, but also on uneven surfaces such as concave and convex surfaces. The camera device 1 can shoot in different scenarios, thus enriching its usage scenarios. Figure 2As shown, when the camera device 1 is in the second usage state, the support mechanism 20 is housed within the device body 10, and the camera mechanism 30 is detachably mounted on one side of the device body 10 along its height. In this state, the camera device 1 is smaller in size, making it easier for users to carry. In other embodiments, when the camera device 1 is in the first usage state, the support mechanism 20 is detachably mounted on the device body 10 to facilitate disassembly. Users can select the support mechanism 20 according to their needs, improving the flexibility of using the camera device 1. For example, when the camera device 1 switches from the first usage state to the second usage state, the support mechanism 20 can be detached from the device body 10 to reduce the weight of the camera device 1 and facilitate user operation.

[0032] At least two camera modules 30 have different imaging parameters. Each camera module 30 is detachably mounted to the device body 10. In this embodiment, the multiple camera modules 30 include a first camera module 30a, a second camera module 30b, and a third camera module 30c, and the imaging parameters of the first camera module 30a, the second camera module 30b, and the third camera module 30c are all different. In other embodiments, the multiple camera modules 30 may also include other camera modules, and this application does not impose specific limitations on this. It should be noted that the imaging parameters include imaging-related parameters such as field of view (FOV), image processing method, drive motor, focal length, aperture, focusing distance, spectral response, imaging size, pixels, and color filter array.

[0033] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 4 , Figure 3 yes Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the main body 10 of the camera device 1. Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the frame structure of the camera device 1 shown.

[0034] In this embodiment, the main body 10 of the device can be a handheld handle. A handheld handle not only makes it convenient for the user to hold and use, but also reduces the size of the camera device 1, making it easier for the user to carry. In other embodiments, the main body 10 can also be a mobile phone, tablet computer, laptop computer, in-vehicle infotainment system, smartwatch, smart bracelet, or POS machine (point of sales terminal), etc. The main body 10 includes a first housing 11, a main control module 12, a microphone module 13, a battery module 14, a display module 15, and a button module 16. The main control module 12, microphone module 13, battery module 14, display module 15, and button module 16 are all mounted on the first housing 11.

[0035] The first housing 11 has a first surface 111, a second surface 112, a third surface 113, a fourth surface 114, a fifth surface 115, and a sixth surface 116. Along the height direction (Z-axis direction in the diagram) of the first housing 11, the first surface 111 and the second surface 112 are arranged opposite to each other. Along the width direction (Y-axis direction in the diagram) of the first housing 11, the third surface 113 and the fourth surface 114 are arranged opposite to each other and connected between the first surface 111 and the second surface 112. Along the length direction (X-axis direction in the diagram) of the first housing 11, the fifth surface 115 and the sixth surface 116 are arranged opposite to each other and connected between the first surface 111 and the second surface 112, and also connected between the third surface 113 and the fourth surface 114.

[0036] In this embodiment, the first housing 11 is provided with a receiving cavity (not shown), a storage slot (not shown), and a microphone hole 117. The receiving cavity is located inside the first housing 11. The opening of the storage slot is located on the second surface 112. The storage slot is recessed from the second surface 112 toward the first surface 111 and is used to house the support mechanism 20. When the camera device 1 is in the second use state, the support mechanism 20 is housed in the storage slot. The support mechanism 20 can reuse the space of the storage slot, which helps to reduce the size of the camera device 1 and makes it convenient for users to carry. The microphone hole 117 penetrates the first housing 11 along the thickness direction of the first housing 11 and connects the receiving cavity of the first housing 11 and the outside of the first housing 11. For example, there is one microphone hole 117, and the opening of the microphone hole 117 is located on the fifth surface 115.

[0037] Furthermore, the first housing 11 is provided with a first boss portion 118, a first retaining portion 119, and a first positioning portion 120. The first boss portion 118 is provided on the first surface 111 and extends from the first surface 111 in a direction away from the second surface 112 (positive Z-axis direction in the figure). The first boss portion 118 has a first boss surface 1181 and a first peripheral surface 1182. The first boss surface 1181 is the surface of the first boss portion 118 away from the first surface 111. The first peripheral surface 1182 is provided around the first boss portion 118 and connects the first boss surface 1181 and the first surface 111.

[0038] A first retaining portion 119 is disposed on a first circumferential surface 1182. In this embodiment, the first retaining portion 119 includes a plurality of first sub-retaining portions 1191, which are spaced apart around the first protrusion portion 118. For example, the first sub-retaining portion 1191 is a snap-fit ​​groove, the opening of which is located on the first circumferential surface 1182. The snap-fit ​​groove is recessed from the first circumferential surface 1182 toward the inner side of the first housing 11.

[0039] Please refer to the following: Figure 5 , Figure 5 yes Figure 3A partial structural schematic diagram of the main body 10 of the device shown from another angle.

[0040] A first positioning portion 120 is disposed on a first boss surface 1181. In this embodiment, the first positioning portion 120 includes a plurality of first sub-positioning portions 1201, which are spaced apart. For example, the first sub-positioning portion 1201 is a recess, and the opening of the recess is located on the first boss surface 1181. The positioning recess is recessed from the first boss surface 1181 toward the first surface 111 (the negative Z-axis direction is shown in the figure).

[0041] The main control module 12, microphone module 13, and battery module 14 are all installed in the receiving cavity of the first housing 11. The main control module 12 may be the CPU (central processing unit) of the device body 10. The main control module 12 includes a storage unit 121 and a main control unit 122. The storage unit 121 stores multiple drivers, each driver being adapted to a camera module 30. The driver may be driver code adapted to the camera module 30. The main control unit 122 is electrically connected to the storage unit 121. The main control unit 122 can identify the specifications of the camera module 30 and, based on the specifications of the camera module 30, uses the adapted driver from the storage unit 121 to drive the camera module 30 to capture images. Specifically, the main control unit 122 will call the adapted driver to drive the camera module 30 to capture images.

[0042] Both microphone module 13 and battery module 14 are electrically connected to main control module 12. Both are also electrically connected to main control unit 122. Microphone module 13 is used to acquire sound signals for recording audio from camera device 1. Microphone module 13 acquires sound signals through microphone hole 117. Furthermore, microphone module 13 is also used to filter the acquired sound signals. Microphone module 13 can filter out ambient noise to achieve ambient noise reduction, which helps improve the audio recording effect of camera device 1. Battery module 14 supplies power to various components of the main body 10.

[0043] Both the display module 15 and the button module 16 are mounted on the third surface 113 and are electrically connected to the main control module 12. Both the display module 15 and the button module 16 are electrically connected to the main control unit 122. When the user uses the camera device 1, both the display module 15 and the button module 16 face the user, while the fourth surface 114 faces away from the user. The display module 15 can rotate relative to the first housing 11, allowing the user to adjust it according to their needs to enhance the user experience. The display module 15 can receive information display signals sent by the main control module 12 to display images or text. For example, the display module 15 can be an LCD (liquid crystal display) or an OLED (organic light-emitting diode) display.

[0044] The button module 16 is located on the side of the display module 15 opposite to the first surface 111 and is spaced apart from the display module 15. In this embodiment, there are two button modules 16, namely a first button module 16a and a second button module 16b. The first button module 16a can be used as a joystick and can be used to adjust the size of the display screen of the display module 15. The second button module 16b is spaced apart from the first button module 16a and can be used as a power button to start or stop the camera device 1.

[0045] In addition, the main body 10 of the device also includes a first communication interface 17 and a first power supply interface 18, both of which are electrically connected to the main control module 12. Specifically, the first communication interface 17 and the first power supply interface 18 are both electrically connected to the main control unit 122. The first communication interface 17 is located on the first protrusion surface 1181 to facilitate communication with the camera mechanism 30. It should be noted that the electrical connection described in this application includes contact connection, optical connection, wireless connection, and connection through an intermediate medium (e.g., welding, crimping, screws / bolts, conductive adhesive, signal lines, or wires), etc., as long as signal transmission can be achieved between the two, this application does not impose specific limitations in this regard.

[0046] The signals transmitted between the first communication interface 17 and the camera module 30 include at least one of optical signals, electrical signals, and wireless signals. In this embodiment, the signals transmitted between the first communication interface 17 and the camera module 30 include both optical and electrical signals. That is, the first communication interface 17 communicates with the camera module 30 using both optical and electrical signal transmission. The signals received by the first communication interface 17 from the camera module 30 include both optical and electrical signals, and the signals sent by the first communication interface 17 to the camera module 30 include both optical and electrical signals.

[0047] The first power supply interface 18 is disposed on the first protrusion surface 1181 to facilitate the supply of power to the camera mechanism 30. The signals transmitted between the first power supply interface 18 and the camera mechanism 30 include wireless signals and / or electrical signals. In this embodiment, the signals transmitted between the first power supply interface 18 and the camera mechanism 30 include wireless signals. That is, the first power supply interface 18 supplies power to the camera mechanism 30 wirelessly. In other embodiments, the signals transmitted between the first power supply interface 18 and the camera mechanism 30 may also include electrical signals. That is, the first power supply interface 18 may also supply power to the camera mechanism 30 through direct contact, for example, by using a pogo pin. Alternatively, the first power supply interface 18 may simultaneously supply power to the camera mechanism 30 wirelessly and through direct contact. This application does not impose specific limitations on this.

[0048] In addition, the main body 10 also includes a first magnetic chuck 19, which is mounted on the first housing 11. In this embodiment, the first magnetic chuck 19 is embedded in the first housing 11 and is spaced apart from the first communication interface 17 and the first power supply interface 18, and is used to magnetically attract the camera mechanism 30. Specifically, the first magnetic chuck 19 is embedded in the first protrusion portion 118. The first magnetic chuck 19 includes a plurality of first sub-magnetic chucks 191, each of which is disposed on the first sub-positioning portion 1201.

[0049] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 The support mechanism 20 includes a support base 21 and multiple support legs 22. The support base 21 is connected to the first housing 11 and can move relative to the first housing 11 along the Z-axis. The multiple support legs 22 are all connected to the support base 21 and are spaced apart around the support base 21, and each can rotate relative to the support base 21. For example, there are three support legs 22, evenly spaced around the support base 21; in this case, the support mechanism 20 can be a tripod. When the camera device 1 is in a first usage state, the support base 21 is exposed relative to the opening of the storage slot, and the multiple support legs 22 are located on the side of the support base 21 facing away from the first surface 111 and are relatively extended to support the device body 10. When the camera device 1 is in a second usage state, the support base 21 and the multiple support legs 22 are both stored in the storage slot, and the multiple support legs 22 are relatively retracted to be stored in the storage slot.

[0050] The support mechanism 20 improves the stability of the camera device 1, allowing it to be placed not only on flat surfaces such as horizontal or inclined planes, but also on uneven surfaces such as concave or convex surfaces. This enables the camera device 1 to be used in various scenarios, enriching its application scenarios. Furthermore, the support mechanism 20 can be stored in the storage slot of the first housing 11, facilitating handheld use of the camera device 1. Users can choose the support mechanism 20 according to their needs. In other embodiments, when the camera device 1 is in its first usage state, the support mechanism 20 can also be detachably installed on the main body 10, allowing users to choose the support mechanism 20 according to their needs and improving the flexibility of using the camera device 1.

[0051] Please see Figure 4 , Figures 6 to 8 , Figure 6 yes Figure 1 The diagram shows the assembly structure of the main body 10 of the device and the first camera mechanism 30a. Figure 7 yes Figure 1 The diagram shows the assembly structure of the main body 10 of the device and the second camera mechanism 30b. Figure 8 yes Figure 1 The diagram shows the assembly structure of the main body 10 of the device and the third camera mechanism 30c.

[0052] Each camera module 30 includes a second housing 31, a control module 32, a camera module 33, a memory 34, a second communication interface 35, and a second power supply interface 36. The control module 32, camera module 33, memory 34, second communication interface 35, and second power supply interface 36 are all mounted on the second housing 31. When the camera module 30 is detachably mounted on the main body 10, the second housing 31 is detachably mounted on the first housing 11, the second communication interface 35 is electrically connected to the first communication interface 17, and the second power supply interface 36 is electrically connected to the first power supply interface 18.

[0053] Please refer to the following: Figures 9 to 10 , Figure 9 yes Figure 6 The diagram shows the structure of the first camera mechanism 30a. Figure 10 yes Figure 7 The diagram shows the structure of the second camera mechanism 30b. Figure 11 yes Figure 8 The diagram shows the structure of the third camera mechanism 30c.

[0054] The second housing 31 has a seventh surface 311. The seventh surface 311 is the surface of the second housing 31 facing the device body 10. The second housing 31 is provided with a second boss portion 312, a second retaining portion 313, and a second positioning portion 314. The second boss portion 312 is provided on the seventh surface 311 and extends from the seventh surface 311 in a direction away from the second housing 31 (the negative Z-axis direction in the figure). The second boss portion 312 has a second boss surface 3121. The second boss surface 3121 is the surface of the second boss portion 312 that is away from the seventh surface 311.

[0055] Please refer to the following: Figure 12 , Figure 12 yes Figures 9 to 11 The diagram shows a partial view of the camera mechanism 30 from another angle.

[0056] The second holding portion 313 is disposed on the second protrusion surface 3121 and protrudes from the second protrusion surface 3121 in a direction away from the second housing 31. The second holding portion 313 is adapted to the first holding portion 119. In this embodiment, the second holding portion 313 includes a plurality of second sub-holding portions 3131, which are spaced apart. Exemplarily, the second sub-holding portions 3131 are snap-fits. In some other embodiments, the second holding portion 313 may also be disposed on the second peripheral surface 3122; this application does not impose specific limitations on this.

[0057] When the camera mechanism 30 is detachably mounted on the device body 10, the first retaining part 119 and the second retaining part 313 engage with each other, and each second sub-retaining part 3131 engages with one first sub-retaining part 1191, so as to detachably mount the second housing 31 onto the first housing 11, thereby realizing the detachable mounting of the camera mechanism 30 on the device body 10. It should be noted that the second sub-retaining part 3131 can be a plug-in buckle or a rotary buckle. In some other embodiments, the first sub-retaining part 1191 can also be a buckle, the second sub-retaining part 3131 can also be a buckle groove, or the first housing 11 and the second housing 31 can also be detachably designed by means of threads, etc., and this application does not make specific limitations in this regard.

[0058] The second positioning part 314 is disposed on the second boss surface 3121 and is spaced apart from the second holding part 313. The second positioning part 314 is adapted to the first positioning part 120. In this embodiment, the second positioning part 314 includes a plurality of second sub-positioning parts 3141, which are spaced apart. For example, the second sub-positioning parts 3141 are protrusions that protrude from the second boss surface 3121 in a direction away from the second housing 31.

[0059] When the camera mechanism 30 is detachably mounted on the device body 10, the second positioning part 314 cooperates with the first positioning part 120 for positioning, and each second sub-positioning part 3141 cooperates with one first sub-positioning part 1201 for positioning, so as to realize the positioning between the second housing 31 and the first housing 11, and thus realize the positioning between the camera mechanism 30 and the device body 10. In some other embodiments, the first sub-positioning part 1201 may also be a convex hull, and the second sub-positioning part 3141 may also be a recess; this application does not specifically limit this.

[0060] In addition, the first camera mechanism 30a also includes a second magnetic chuck 37, which is mounted on the second housing 31. In this embodiment, the second magnetic chuck 37 is embedded in the second housing 31. Specifically, the second magnetic chuck 37 is embedded in the second protrusion 312. The second magnetic chuck 37 includes a plurality of second sub-magnetic chucks 371, each sub-magnetic chuck 371 being embedded in a second sub-positioning part 3141. When the camera mechanism 30 is detachably mounted on the device body 10, the second magnetic chuck 37 and the first magnetic chuck 19 are magnetically attracted to each other, and each second sub-magnetic chuck 371 is magnetically attracted to a first sub-magnetic chuck 191, further increasing the assembly stability between the camera mechanism 30 and the device body 10. For example, both the first magnetic chuck 19 and the second magnetic chuck 37 can be magnets. The second magnetic chuck 37 cooperates with the second positioning part 314, and the first magnetic chuck 19 cooperates with the first positioning part 120, enabling magnetic positioning between the camera mechanism 30 and the device body 10.

[0061] Please see Figure 6 and Figure 9 The first camera mechanism 30a is a gimbal camera. Within the first camera mechanism 30a, the second housing 31 is a gimbal module. The second housing 31 includes a gimbal 315 and a drive module 316. The drive module 316, control module 32, camera module 33, memory 34, second communication interface 35, second power supply interface 36, and second magnetic attachment 37 are all mounted on the gimbal 315. When the first camera mechanism 30a is detachably mounted on the main body 10, the gimbal 315 is detachably mounted on the first housing 11, and the drive module 316 is electrically connected to the main control module 12. The drive module 316 is also electrically connected to the main control unit 122.

[0062] In this embodiment, the gimbal 315 is a 3-axis gimbal. The gimbal 315 includes a rotating arm 320 and a rotating base 319. The rotating arm 320 has a seventh surface 311 and is provided with a second protrusion 312, a second holding part 313, and a second positioning part 314. The second communication interface 35, the second power supply interface 36, and the second magnetic suction member 37 are all mounted on the rotating arm 320. When the first camera mechanism 30a is detachably mounted on the device body 10, the rotating arm 320 is detachably mounted on the first housing 11 and can rotate relative to the first housing 11. The rotating arm 320 includes a first rotating arm 317 and a second rotating arm 318. The first rotating arm 317 has a seventh surface 311 and is provided with a second protrusion 312, a second holding part 313, and a second positioning part 314. The second communication interface 35, the second power supply interface 36, and the second magnetic suction member 37 are all mounted on the first rotating arm 317. When the first camera mechanism 30a is detachably mounted on the main body 10, the first rotating arm 317 is detachably mounted on the first housing 11 and can rotate relative to the first housing 11 about a first rotation axis R1. The second rotating arm 318 is connected to the first rotating arm 317 and can rotate relative to the first rotating arm 317 about a second rotation axis R2, which intersects with the first rotation axis R1. The rotating base 319 is connected to the second rotating arm 318 and can rotate relative to the second rotating arm 318 about a third rotation axis R3, which intersects with the second rotation axis R2. The control module 32, the camera module 33, and the memory 34 are all mounted on the rotating base 319. For example, both the first rotation axis R1 and the third rotation axis R3 are perpendicular to the second rotation axis R2. In this case, the first rotation axis R1 can be called the yaw axis, the second rotation axis R2 can be called the roll axis, and the third rotation axis R3 can be called the pitch axis. In some other embodiments, the device body 10 may also be a 1-axis gimbal, a 2-axis gimbal, a 4-axis gimbal, or a ball gimbal.

[0063] The first rotating arm 317 includes a first rotating arm portion 3171 and a second rotating arm portion 3172. When the first camera mechanism 30a is detachably mounted on the device body 10, the first rotating arm portion 3171 is detachably mounted on the first housing 11 and can rotate relative to the first housing 11 around a first rotation axis R1. The second communication interface 35, the second power supply interface 36, and the second magnetic suction member 37 are all mounted on the first rotating arm portion 3171. The second rotating arm portion 3172 is fixedly connected to the first rotating arm portion 3171 and intersects with it. For example, the first rotating arm 317 is L-shaped, and the included angle between the second rotating arm portion 3172 and the first rotating arm portion 3171 is equal to 90 degrees.

[0064] The second rotating arm 318 is located on the side of the first rotating arm 3171 opposite to the first housing 11, and is spaced apart from the first rotating arm 3171. It is connected to the second rotating arm 3172 and can rotate relative to the second rotating arm 3172 about the second rotation axis R2. The second rotating arm 318 includes a third rotating arm 3181 and a fourth rotating arm 3182. The third rotating arm 3181 is located on one side of the second rotating arm 3172, connected to the second rotating arm 3172, and can rotate relative to the second rotating arm 3172 about the second rotation axis R2. The fourth rotating arm 3182 is fixedly connected to the third rotating arm 3181 and intersects with it. For example, the second rotating arm 318 is L-shaped, and the included angle between the fourth rotating arm 3182 and the third rotating arm 3181 is 90 degrees.

[0065] The rotating seat 319 is located on the side of the third rotating arm 3181 away from the second rotating arm 3172, and is spaced apart from the third rotating arm 3181. It is also connected to the fourth rotating arm 3182 and can rotate relative to the fourth rotating arm 3182 around the third rotating axis R3.

[0066] In this embodiment, the drive module 316 includes a first drive module 3161, a second drive module 3162, and a third drive module 3163. When the first camera mechanism 30a is detachably installed on the device body 10, the first drive module 3161, the second drive module 3162, and the third drive module 3163 are all electrically connected to the main control module 12. Furthermore, the first drive module 3161, the second drive module 3162, and the third drive module 3163 are all electrically connected to the main control unit 122.

[0067] The first drive module 3161 is connected to the first rotating arm 317. Specifically, the first drive module 3161 is connected to the first rotating arm portion 3171. The first drive module 3161 may include a first position sensor, which can provide feedback on the relative position information of the first rotating arm 317 and the first housing 11. The first drive module 3161 can receive drive signals sent by the main control module 12, and drive the first rotating arm 317 to rotate relative to the first housing 11 around a first rotation axis R1 based on the relative position information of the first rotating arm 317 and the housing 11 fed back by the first position sensor.

[0068] The second drive module 3162 is connected to the first rotating arm 317 and the second rotating arm 318. Specifically, the second drive module 3162 is connected to the second rotating arm portion 3172 and the third rotating arm portion 3181. The second drive module 3162 may include a second position sensor, which can provide feedback on the relative position information of the second rotating arm 318 and the first rotating arm 317. The second drive module 3162 can receive drive signals sent by the main control module 12, and drive the second rotating arm 318 to rotate relative to the first rotating arm 317 around the second rotation axis R based on the relative position information of the second rotating arm 318 and the first rotating arm 317 fed back by the second position sensor.

[0069] The third drive module 3163 is connected to the second rotating arm 318 and the rotating seat 319. The third drive module 3163 is also connected to the fourth rotating arm 3182 and the rotating seat 319. The third drive module 3163 includes a third position sensor, which can provide feedback on the relative positional relationship between the rotating seat 319 and the second rotating arm 318. The third drive module 3163 can receive drive signals sent by the main control module 12 and, based on the relative positional information of the rotating seat 319 and the second rotating arm 318 fed back by the third position sensor, drive the rotating seat 319 to rotate relative to the second rotating arm 318 around the third rotation axis R3.

[0070] It should be noted that the drive module 316 can be a motor driven by electromagnetic, piezoelectric or other driving methods. The position sensors included in the drive module 316 (such as the first position sensor, the second position sensor and the third position sensor) include, but are not limited to, Hall sensors, TMR (Tunneling Magnetoresistance) sensors, photoelectric encoders, rotary transformers or magnetic encoders, etc. This application does not make specific limitations in this regard.

[0071] The first drive module 3161, the second drive module 3162, and the third drive module 3163 can all adjust the shooting angle of the camera module 33 by driving the relative rotation between different components. The camera device 1 can achieve 360° shooting, which can enrich the usage scenarios of the camera device 1 and achieve full scene coverage of the camera device 1.

[0072] In this embodiment, the first camera mechanism 30a has image stabilization, focus tracking, focusing, and orientation functions. Specifically, the first camera mechanism 30a can detect position changes of the camera device 1 and send an image stabilization signal based on the detection results. The drive module 316 can drive the first rotating arm 317, the second rotating arm 318, and the rotating base 319 to rotate relative to each other based on the image stabilization signal, so as to reduce or eliminate the problem of camera device 1 shaking caused by the movement or shaking of the camera device 1, reduce the impact of camera device 1 shaking on the shooting effect, and improve the shooting effect of the camera device 1.

[0073] In this embodiment, the first camera mechanism 30a may employ mechanical image stabilization technology. In this case, the first camera mechanism 30a may include sensors such as gyroscopes and accelerometers. These sensors can monitor the direction and amplitude of the camera device 1's shaking in real time. The main control module 12 can predict the motion trajectory of the camera device 1 based on the sensor monitoring results and drive the first drive module 3161, the second drive module 3162, and the third drive module 3163 to work in reverse to compensate for the shaking of the camera device 1. In other embodiments, the first camera mechanism 30a may also employ optical image stabilization (OIS) or electronic image stabilization (EIS) technology; this application does not impose specific limitations on this.

[0074] When the first camera mechanism 30a is shooting, its focus point can continuously track a specific target such as a person or object, ensuring that the target remains clear throughout its movement. Alternatively, the focus point can be fixed at a specific position or distance, ensuring that the focus does not follow the target during movement. Or, the first camera mechanism 30a can automatically adjust its shooting position and angle to ensure that the target remains in a preset position, avoiding image shift and thus ensuring a good shooting experience. In other embodiments, the first camera mechanism 30a may also have only one, two, or three of the following functions: image stabilization, focus tracking, focus, and orientation. This application does not impose any specific limitations on these functions.

[0075] Please see Figure 7 and Figure 10 The second camera mechanism 30b is a panoramic camera. In the second camera mechanism 30b, the second housing 31 is spherical. For example, the second camera mechanism 30b is a 360-degree panoramic camera. See also... Figure 8 and Figure 11 The third camera mechanism 30c is a motion camera. In the third camera mechanism 30c, the second housing 31 is rectangular.

[0076] The camera module 33, memory 34, second communication interface 35, and second power supply interface 36 are all electrically connected to the control module 32. The camera module 33 can receive shooting signals sent by the main control module 12 to perform shooting. The imaging parameters of the camera modules 33 of at least two camera structures 30 are different. In this embodiment, the camera module 33 of the first camera structure 30a includes a gimbal camera module, the camera module 33 of the second camera structure 30b includes a panoramic camera module, and the camera module 33 of the third camera structure 30c includes a motion camera module.

[0077] The memory 34 stores the specifications of the camera module 30. When the camera module 30 is detachably installed on the main body 10 of the device, the memory 34 is electrically connected to the main control module 12. The main control unit 122 first communicates with the memory 34, reads the specifications of the camera module 30 stored in the memory 34, and then calls the corresponding driver program in the storage unit 121 to drive the camera module 30 to shoot.

[0078] The second communication interface 35 is located on the second protrusion surface 3121 to facilitate electrical connection with the first communication interface 17. When the camera mechanism 30 is detachably installed on the device body 10, the second communication interface 35 is positioned opposite to and electrically connected to the first communication interface 17 to achieve communication between the camera mechanism 30 and the device body 10, facilitating signal transmission between them. For example, the second communication interface 35 and the first communication interface 17 are directly opposite and in close contact to ensure the stability of the electrical connection between them.

[0079] The signals transmitted between the second communication interface 35 and the first communication interface 17 include at least one of optical signals, electrical signals, and wireless signals. In this embodiment, the signals transmitted between the second communication interface 35 and the first communication interface 17 include optical signals and electrical signals. That is, the second communication interface 35 uses optical signals and electrical signals for transmission to achieve communication with the first communication interface 17. The signals received by the second communication interface 35 from the device body 10 include optical signals and electrical signals, and the signals transmitted by the second communication interface 35 to the device body 10 include optical signals and electrical signals.

[0080] The first communication interface 17 of the main body 10 and the second communication interface 35 of the camera module 30 are connected by optical and electrical signals. This not only simplifies the structure of the first communication interface 17 and the second communication interface 35, but also avoids the problem of different electronic wiring harnesses required due to the different functions of different camera modules 30. The first communication interface 17 and the second communication interface 35 can be designed in a standardized manner, which ensures the universality between the second communication interface 35 of different camera modules 30 and the first communication interface 17 of the main body 10.

[0081] The second power supply interface 36 is located on the second protrusion surface 3121 and is spaced apart from the second communication interface 35. In this embodiment, the second power supply interface 36 receives energy supplied by the device body 10 wirelessly. The energy receiving unit 431 receives energy supplied by the device body 10 wirelessly. When the camera mechanism 30 is detachably installed on the device body 10, the second power supply interface 36 is positioned opposite to and electrically connected to the first power supply interface 18 to achieve energy transmission between the camera mechanism 30 and the device body 10. For example, the second power supply interface 36 and the first power supply interface 18 are directly opposite and in close contact to ensure the stability of the electrical connection between the second power supply interface 36 and the first power supply interface 18.

[0082] The first power supply interface 18 of the main body 10 and the second power supply interface 36 of the camera module 30 are powered wirelessly. This not only simplifies the structure of the first power supply interface 18 and the second power supply interface 36, but also avoids the problem of different electronic wiring harnesses required due to the different functions of different camera modules 30. The first power supply interface 18 and the second power supply interface 36 can be designed in a standardized manner, which ensures the universality between the second power supply interface 36 of different camera modules 30 and the first power supply interface 18 of the main body 10.

[0083] The camera device 1 shown in this embodiment includes multiple camera modules 30, each of which is detachably mounted on the main body 10. At least two camera modules 30 have different imaging parameters for their camera modules 33. When using the camera device 1, the user can select the camera module 30 according to the usage scenario or personal needs. For example, when the user needs to shoot short videos such as vlogs while enjoying food or traveling, the first camera module 30a can be mounted on the main body 10. Alternatively, when the user needs to display architecture or events, the second camera module 30b can be mounted on the main body 10. Or, when the user needs to shoot while in motion, the third camera module 30c can be mounted on the main body 10. The user can meet their usage needs without the need for other external tools. The camera device 1 meets the diverse shooting needs of different scenarios and improves the user experience.

[0084] Please see Figure 13 , Figure 13 This is a flowchart of the shooting method of the camera equipment provided in this application.

[0085] The shooting method of the camera device provided in this application is implemented using the camera device described above. The shooting method of the camera device includes steps S1 to S4.

[0086] Step S1: Determine the shooting scene of camera device 1.

[0087] Step S2: Select a suitable camera structure 30 based on the shooting scene of the camera device.

[0088] Step S3: The selected camera module 30 is detachably installed on the main body 10 of the device. The second communication interface 35 is electrically connected to the first communication interface 17, the second power supply interface 36 is electrically connected to the first power supply interface 18, and the memory 34 is electrically connected to the main control module 12.

[0089] Step S4: The camera assembly 30 takes a picture. Specifically, the main control unit 122 identifies the specifications of the camera assembly 30 and, based on the identification result, uses the driver program adapted to the camera assembly 30 stored in the storage unit 121 to drive the camera assembly 30 to take a picture. Specifically, the main control unit 122 first communicates with the memory 34, reads the specifications of the camera assembly 30 stored in the memory 34, and then calls the adapted driver program in the storage unit 121 to drive the camera assembly 30 to take a picture.

[0090] The camera device 1 shown in this embodiment includes multiple camera modules 30, each of which is detachably mounted on the main body 10. At least two camera modules 30 have different imaging parameters for their camera modules 33. When using the camera device 1, the user can select the camera module 30 according to the usage scenario or personal needs. For example, when the user needs to shoot short videos such as vlogs while enjoying food or traveling, the first camera module 30a can be mounted on the main body 10. Alternatively, when the user needs to display architecture or events, the second camera module 30b can be mounted on the main body 10. Or, when the user needs to shoot while in motion, the third camera module 30c can be mounted on the main body 10. The user can meet their usage needs without the need for other external tools. The camera device 1 can not only meet the diverse shooting needs of different scenarios and improve the user experience, but also save on the cost of accessories, which helps to improve the product competitiveness of the camera device 1.

[0091] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application. Where there is no conflict, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of this application can be combined with each other. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A camera device, characterized in that, The device includes a main body and multiple camera mechanisms. The main body includes a first housing, a main control module, and a first communication interface. The main control module and the first communication interface are both installed in the housing, and the first communication interface is electrically connected to the main control module. At least two of the camera setups have different imaging parameters. Each camera setup includes a second housing, a control module, a camera module, and a second communication interface. The control module, the camera module, and the second communication interface are all mounted on the second housing. The second communication interface and the camera module are all electrically connected to the control module. When each of the camera modules is detachably mounted on the main body of the device, the second housing is detachably mounted on the first housing, and the second communication interface is electrically connected to the first communication interface.

2. The camera device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The plurality of camera mechanisms include a first camera mechanism, wherein in the first camera mechanism, the second housing includes a rotating arm and a rotating base, the rotating base is connected to the rotating arm, the control module and the camera module are both mounted on the rotating base, and the second communication interface is mounted on the rotating arm; When the first camera mechanism is detachably mounted on the main body of the device, the rotating arm is detachably mounted on the first housing.

3. The camera device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The rotating arm includes a first rotating arm and a second rotating arm, the second rotating arm is connected to the first rotating arm, the rotating seat is connected to the second rotating arm, and the second communication interface is installed on the first rotating arm; When the first camera mechanism is detachably mounted on the main body of the device, the first rotating arm is detachably mounted on the first housing; The second housing further includes a first drive module, a second drive module, and a third drive module. The first drive module is used to drive the first rotating arm to rotate relative to the first housing about a first rotation axis. The second drive module is used to drive the second rotating arm to rotate relative to the first rotating arm about a second rotation axis, the second rotation axis intersecting the first rotation axis. The third drive module is used to drive the rotating seat to rotate relative to the second rotating arm about a third rotation axis, the third rotation axis intersecting the second rotation axis.

4. The camera device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The plurality of camera setups includes a second camera setup, and the camera module of the second camera setup includes a panoramic camera module.

5. The camera device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The plurality of camera setups includes a third camera setup, and the camera module of the third camera setup includes a motion camera module.

6. The camera device according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, Each of the camera mechanisms also includes a memory, which is mounted in the second housing and is used to store the specifications of the camera mechanism; The main control module includes a storage unit and a main control unit. The storage unit is used to store multiple drivers, and the multiple drivers are adapted to the multiple camera structures one by one. The main control unit is electrically connected to the storage unit. When each of the camera modules is detachably installed on the main body of the device, the main control unit identifies the specification information of the camera module and, based on the identification result, uses a driver program in the storage unit that is compatible with the camera module to drive the camera module to take pictures.

7. The camera device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The first housing is provided with a first retaining part, and the second housing is provided with a second retaining part. When each of the camera modules is detachably installed on the main body of the device, the first retaining part and the second retaining part retain each other.

8. The camera device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The main body of the device also includes a first magnetic suction component, which is installed on the first housing. Each of the camera mechanisms also includes a second magnetic accommodator, which is mounted on the second housing; When each of the camera components is detachably mounted on the main body of the device, the second magnetic component and the first magnetic component are magnetically attracted to each other.

9. The camera device according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that, The first housing is provided with a first positioning part, and the second housing is provided with a second positioning part; When each of the camera modules is detachably mounted on the main body of the device, the first positioning part and the second positioning part are positioned and engaged.

10. The camera device according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that, The signals transmitted between the first communication interface and the second communication interface include at least one of wireless signals, optical signals, and electrical signals.

11. The camera device according to any one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that, The main body of the device also includes a first power supply interface, which is installed on the first housing and electrically connected to the main control module; Each of the camera mechanisms also includes a second power supply interface, which is mounted on the second housing and electrically connected to the control module; When each of the camera modules is detachably mounted on the main body of the device, the second power supply interface is electrically connected to the first power supply interface.

12. The camera device according to any one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that, The main body of the device is a handheld handle.

13. The camera device according to any one of claims 1 to 12, characterized in that, The camera device also includes a support mechanism. When the camera device is in the first usage state, the support mechanism is installed on the main body of the device and is used to support the main body of the device.

14. The camera device according to claim 13, characterized in that, When the camera device is in the first usage state, the support mechanism is detachably installed on the main body of the device.

15. The camera device according to claim 13 or 14, characterized in that, The first housing is provided with a storage slot, the opening of which is located on the outer surface of the first housing. The camera device also has a second use state, in which the support mechanism is stored in the storage slot.

16. A shooting method using a camera device, implemented using the camera device as described in any one of claims 1 to 15, characterized in that, The shooting method of the camera equipment includes: Determine the usage scenario of the camera equipment; Select a camera structure that is suitable for the usage scenario of the camera equipment; The selected camera mechanism is detachably mounted on the main body of the device, wherein the second housing is detachably mounted on the first housing, and the second communication interface is electrically connected to the first communication interface; The camera mechanism is used for filming.

17. The shooting method of the camera device according to claim 16, characterized in that, The step of the camera mechanism taking pictures includes: the main control unit identifies the specification information of the camera mechanism, and drives the camera mechanism to take pictures using a driver program in the storage unit that is compatible with the camera mechanism based on the identification result.

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