Photographic stabilizer and photographic balancer

Abstract

The photography stabilizer comprises a supporting rod, the supporting rod comprises a first connecting end and a second connecting end, a first connecting assembly is arranged at the first connecting end, a second connecting assembly is arranged at the second connecting end, and an installation base is arranged on the supporting rod in a sleeved mode and located between the first connecting assembly and the second connecting assembly. The balance component comprises a pendulum piece, the pendulum piece is provided with a rotating part and a self-weight part which are connected, the rotating part is rotationally connected with the mounting base, and the self-weight part is configured to be heavier than the rotating part. In this way, due to the fact that the pendulum piece and the installation base are located between the first connecting assembly and the second connecting assembly, the risk of accidental touch is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of photographic equipment, in particular to a photographic stabilizer. Background Art

[0002] A stabilizer on photographic equipment is a device used to improve shooting stability and reduce vibration and jitter when shooting handheld. By adjusting the center of gravity and providing physical support, a stabilizer helps photographers achieve more stable images during dynamic shots.

[0003] Conventional camera stabilizers typically consist of a support rod and multiple counterweights. The counterweights are located at the very bottom of the rod, creating a balancing structure that maintains the rod's balance. The gravity of the balancing structure allows the device to automatically return to a balanced position when disturbed by external forces, effectively reducing camera shake.

[0004] However, the design of the existing technology has some defects. When shooting from a low camera position, since the balance member and the counterweight are set at the bottom of the balance bar, the operator may accidentally touch the counterweight when shooting at a low angle, causing the center of gravity of the stabilizer to shift, thereby affecting the overall balance. Utility Model Content

[0005] The main purpose of the utility model is to provide a photographic stabilizer, aiming to solve the problem that the traditional balancing component is located at the bottom of the balancing pole and is easily accidentally touched by the operator, resulting in balancing failure.

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present invention provides a photographic stabilizer, comprising:

[0007] A support rod comprising a first connecting end and a second connecting end;

[0008] A first connecting component is provided at the first connecting end and is used for mounting a first photographic device;

[0009] A second connecting component is provided at the second connecting end and is used for mounting a second photographic device;

[0010] A mounting seat, sleeved on the support rod and located between the first connecting component and the second connecting component;

[0011] The balancing component includes a pendulum having a rotating part and a self-weight part connected to each other. The rotating part is rotatably connected to the mounting seat, and the self-weight part is configured to be heavier than the rotating part.

[0012] In some embodiments, the mounting seat abuts against the second connecting component, and there is a swing gap between the deadweight portion of the pendulum and the second connecting component.

[0013] In some embodiments,

[0014] The mounting seat is a polyhedron having a first side wall, a second side wall, a third side wall and a fourth side wall connected in sequence, wherein the first side wall is opposite to the third side wall, and the second side wall is opposite to the fourth side wall;

[0015] Wherein, the first side wall and the third side wall are installed with the balancing member; or,

[0016] The balancing member is mounted on the second side wall and the fourth side wall.

[0017] In some embodiments, the balancing member is mounted on both the second side wall and the fourth side wall.

[0018] In some embodiments, the balancing member further includes a support shaft, one end of the support shaft is connected to the side wall of the mounting seat, and the other end extends in a direction away from the mounting seat, and the rotating portion of the pendulum is sleeved on the support shaft.

[0019] In some embodiments, the balancing member further includes a locking member, which is detachably mounted on an end of the support shaft away from the mounting seat, and the locking member is used to prevent the pendulum from detaching from the mounting seat.

[0020] In some embodiments, the first side wall and the third side wall are configured with polygonal through holes; or,

[0021] The second side wall and the fourth side wall are configured with polygonal through holes;

[0022] Wherein, a polygonal connecting portion adapted to the polygonal through hole is provided at one end of the support shaft facing away from the locking member.

[0023] In some embodiments, the pendulum is conical.

[0024] In some embodiments, a mounting hole is centrally configured on the rotating portion, and the balancing member further includes a rotating part, and the rotating part is installed in the mounting hole.

[0025] In some embodiments, the balancing member is movable along the support rod in a direction away from or toward the second connecting component.

[0026] The utility model further proposes a photographic balancer, comprising:

[0027] Mounting seat;

[0028] The balancing member includes a pendulum, the pendulum having a rotating portion and a self-weight portion connected to each other, the rotating portion being rotatably connected to the mounting seat, and the self-weight portion being configured to be heavier than the rotating portion;

[0029] The mounting seat has a first side wall, a second side wall, a third side wall and a fourth side wall connected in sequence, and the first side wall, the second side wall, the third side wall and the fourth side wall can all be used to mount the balancing component.

[0030] In some embodiments, the first side wall and the third side wall are mounted with the balancing member; or,

[0031] The balancing member is mounted on the second side wall and the fourth side wall.

[0032] In some embodiments, the balancing member further includes a support shaft, one end of the support shaft is connected to the side wall of the mounting seat, and the other end extends in a direction away from the mounting seat, and the rotating portion of the pendulum is sleeved on the support shaft.

[0033] In some embodiments, the balancing member further includes a locking member, which is detachably mounted on an end of the support shaft away from the mounting seat, and the locking member is used to prevent the pendulum from detaching from the mounting seat.

[0034] In some embodiments, the first side wall and the third side wall are configured with polygonal through holes; or,

[0035] The second side wall and the fourth side wall are configured with polygonal through holes;

[0036] Wherein, a polygonal connecting portion adapted to the polygonal through hole is provided at one end of the support shaft facing away from the locking member.

[0037] In some embodiments, the pendulum is conical.

[0038] In some embodiments, a mounting hole is centrally configured on the rotating portion, and the balancing member further includes a rotating part, and the rotating part is installed in the mounting hole.

[0039] The present invention also provides a photographic stabilizer, comprising:

[0040] A support rod comprising a first connecting end and a second connecting end;

[0041] A first connecting component is provided at the first connecting end and is used for mounting a first photographic device;

[0042] A second connecting component is provided at the second connecting end and is used for mounting a second photographic device;

[0043] As in the photographic balancer of the aforementioned embodiment, the mounting seat is sleeved on the support rod and located between the first connecting component and the second connecting component.

[0044] In some embodiments, the balancing member is movable along the support rod in a direction away from or toward the second connecting component.

[0045] The beneficial effect of this technical solution lies in: by placing the mounting bracket between the first and second connecting components and rotatably connecting the pendulum to the mounting bracket, the stabilizer achieves adaptive balancing capabilities. Compared to the prior art design where the pendulum structure is located at the bottom of the support rod, the present invention places the pendulum and mounting bracket between the first and second connecting components, reducing the risk of accidental contact and making the entire system safer and more reliable for low-angle photography. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0046] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a photographic stabilizer in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0047] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of a camera stabilizer in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0048] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A partial enlarged view of point A in the middle.

[0049] Description of Figure Numbers:

[0050] 100, support rod; 100a, first connection end; 100b, second connection end;

[0051] 101. First connection component; 102. Second connection component;

[0052] 210, mounting seat; 211, first side wall; 212, second side wall; 213, third side wall; 214, fourth side wall; 210a, polygonal through hole;

[0053] 220, balancing member; 221, supporting shaft; 221a, polygonal connecting portion; 230, pendulum; 230a, rotating portion; 230b, self-weight portion;

[0054] 231a, mounting hole; 232, locking member; 233, rotating member.

[0055] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of the present invention will be further explained in conjunction with embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0056] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the schemes in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0057] It should be noted that all directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in the embodiments of the present invention are only used to explain the relative position relationship, movement status, etc. between the various components under a certain specific posture (as shown in the accompanying drawings). If the specific posture changes, the directional indication will also change accordingly.

[0058] It should also be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed on" or "disposed on" another element, it may be directly on the other element or there may be an intermediate element. When an element is referred to as being "connected to" another element, it may be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intermediate element.

[0059] In addition, the descriptions of "first," "second," etc. in this utility model are for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the technical features indicated. Therefore, the features defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of such features. In addition, the technical solutions between the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the fact that they can be implemented by ordinary technicians in this field. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be deemed that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection required by this utility model.

[0060] A photographic stabilizer is a device used to help photographers keep the picture stable during dynamic shooting, especially effectively reducing vibration and shaking during handheld shooting. The existing pendulum-type stabilizer achieves balance through the gravity of the counterweight. The principle is to use gravity to keep the center of gravity below the center line of the system. When disturbed by external forces, the inertia of the pendulum will generate a restoring force to pull the system back to the equilibrium position. However, in some specific scenes, especially when shooting from a low position, since the balance component is located at the bottom of the support rod, the operator may accidentally touch the counterweight, resulting in affected stability. In order to solve this problem, the utility model proposes an improved photographic stabilizer, which improves the convenience and stability of operation by redesigning the layout of the balance component. For specific reference, Figure 1 、 Figure 2 and Figure 3 , Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a photographic stabilizer in one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2This is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of a camera stabilizer in one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 for Figure 2 A partial enlargement of the middle part.

[0061] An embodiment of the present invention provides a photographic stabilizer, comprising:

[0062] The support rod 100 includes a first connecting end 100a and a second connecting end 100b;

[0063] A first connecting component 101 is provided at the first connecting end 100a and is used to install a first photographing device;

[0064] A second connecting component 102 is provided at the second connecting end 100b and is used to install a second photographic device;

[0065] The mounting base 210 is sleeved on the support rod 100 and is located between the first connecting component 101 and the second connecting component 102;

[0066] The balancing member 220 includes a pendulum 230 having a rotating portion 230a and a weight portion 230b connected to each other. The rotating portion 230a is rotatably connected to the mounting seat 210, and the weight portion 230b is configured to be heavier than the rotating portion 230a.

[0067] The camera stabilizer in this embodiment includes a support rod 100, a first connecting assembly 101, a second connecting assembly 102, a mounting base 210, and a balancing member 220. The support rod 100 includes a first connecting end 100a and a second connecting end 100b. The first connecting assembly 101 is disposed at the first connecting end 100a for mounting a first photographic device (e.g., a camera, etc.). The second connecting assembly 102 is disposed at the second connecting end 100b for mounting a second photographic device (e.g., a battery, auxiliary lighting, etc.). The mounting base 210 is mounted on the support rod 100 and located between the first connecting assembly 101 and the second connecting assembly 102.

[0068] The balancing member 220 includes a pendulum 230, which has a rotating portion 230a and a self-weight portion 230b connected to each other. The rotating portion 230a is rotatably connected to the mounting base 210, allowing the pendulum 230 to swing freely on the mounting base 210, thereby helping the support rod 100 maintain a vertical position. The self-weight portion 230b is configured to be heavier than the rotating portion 230a. This design allows the pendulum 230 to generate a greater restoring force under the action of gravity, ensuring that the system can quickly return to a balanced position when subjected to external disturbances. Specifically, when the support rod 100 is disturbed by an external force, the pendulum 230 generates a restoring force due to gravity, causing it to always tend to return to a vertical position. The interaction between the pendulum's inertia and gravity allows the support rod 100 to automatically return to its original position when subjected to external forces by continuously adjusting its position, thereby achieving stability and balance.

[0069] Mounting base 210 and pendulum 230 can be constructed from high-strength engineering plastics or lightweight metals to ensure structural strength while reducing weight. Support rod 100 can be constructed from aluminum alloy, stainless steel, or carbon fiber to ensure sufficient rigidity and lightweight design. Support rod 100 can also be telescopic to accommodate varying shooting heights.

[0070] During use, the support rod 100, balancing member 220, mounting base 210, first connecting assembly 101, and second connecting assembly 102 work together to achieve a stable shooting effect. Specifically, the principle of a pendulum maintaining balance is achieved through the action of gravity and the inertia of an object. When the support rod 100 is disturbed by an external force, the pendulum 230 will produce relative movement, using its inertia to offset the disturbance, forming a restoring force. Under the action of gravity, the pendulum 230 always remains relatively perpendicular to the ground, thereby helping the support rod 100 maintain a vertical state. For example, when shooting from a low camera angle, the traditional pendulum structure, due to its location at the very bottom of the support rod 100, is easily accidentally touched by the operator, resulting in a loss of balance. However, the design of this embodiment installs the mounting base 210 and its pendulum 230 between the first connecting assembly 101 and the second connecting assembly 102, avoiding the pendulum 230 being exposed at the very bottom. This prevents the operator's hand from easily touching the pendulum 230 when shooting from a low angle, thereby ensuring stable shooting.

[0071] The beneficial effect of the technical solution of this utility model lies in that by arranging the mounting base 210 between the first connecting assembly 101 and the second connecting assembly 102 and rotatably connecting the pendulum 230 to the mounting base 210, the stabilizer achieves adaptive balancing capabilities. Compared to the prior art design in which the pendulum structure is located at the bottom of the support rod 100, this embodiment effectively avoids the problem of balance failure caused by accidental contact with the pendulum 230 during low-angle shooting. Because the pendulum 230 and the mounting base 210 are located between the first connecting assembly 101 and the second connecting assembly 102, not only is the risk of accidental contact reduced, but the entire system is also safer and more reliable when shooting from a low angle.

[0072] Continue reading Figure 1 In this embodiment, the mounting base 210 abuts the second connecting assembly 102, and a swing gap exists between the weight portion 230b of the pendulum 230 and the second connecting assembly 102. This design optimizes the center of gravity distribution and stability of the entire system, ensuring that the device remains balanced at various shooting angles, such as when the user holds the support pole 100 perpendicular to the ground.

[0073] Specifically, when support pole 100 is perpendicular to the ground, second connecting assembly 102 is located at the bottom relative to support pole 100. Therefore, mounting base 210 is configured to abut second connecting assembly 102. This arrangement shifts the overall center of gravity downward, bringing the system's center of gravity closer to the ground, thereby improving the stability and anti-overturning capability of the entire device. During filming, this low-center-of-gravity design effectively reduces system instability caused by hand shaking or environmental vibration, ensuring a stable image.

[0074] In addition, the self-weight portion 230b of the pendulum 230 is designed not to exceed the second connecting component 102, and a certain swing gap is left between the pendulum 230 and the second connecting component 102. The existence of this swing gap allows the pendulum 230 to swing freely when the system is disturbed by external forces, thereby playing a role in restoring balance. When the support rod 100 deviates from the vertical position, the pendulum 230 generates a restoring torque due to the action of gravity, achieving automatic balance of the system through the swing gap. The design of the swing gap also prevents the pendulum 230 from interfering with other components during its free swing, thereby ensuring the smoothness of the system during dynamic shooting.

[0075] This embodiment effectively lowers the center of gravity and enhances the system's anti-interference capabilities, ensuring excellent stability in a variety of shooting scenarios. Whether shooting from high or low camera positions, the abutment design between the mounting base 210 and the second connecting assembly 102, as well as the swing clearance of the pendulum 230, play a key role in helping the system quickly return to a stable state and providing smoother and more fluid images.

[0076] Continue reading Figure 1 In this embodiment, the mounting seat 210 is a polyhedron having a first side wall 211, a second side wall 212, a third side wall 213 and a fourth side wall 214 connected in sequence, the first side wall 211 is opposite to the third side wall 213, and the second side wall 212 is opposite to the fourth side wall 214;

[0077] The first side wall 211 and the third side wall 213 are installed with a balancing member 220; or,

[0078] The second side wall 212 and the fourth side wall 214 are mounted with a balancing member 220;

[0079] In this embodiment, the mounting base 210 includes a first sidewall 211, a second sidewall 212, a third sidewall 213, and a fourth sidewall 214, connected end to end, forming a closed structure. The first sidewall 211 and the third sidewall 213 are both mounted with a balancing member 220. This design allows the balancing member 220 to function in two symmetrical positions, further improving the stability and anti-interference capabilities of the entire stabilizer system.

[0080] Specifically, the symmetrical arrangement of the first side wall 211 and the third side wall 213 allows the balance member 220 to maintain balance on the left and right sides of the support rod 100. When the system is disturbed by external forces, the balance members 220 on the left and right sides can work together to restore the system to a balanced state more quickly. Compared with the design of installing the balance member 220 on only one side, this double-sided installation solution can significantly reduce the problem of unilateral imbalance and counteract torsional torque, making the overall shooting smoother. At the same time, this symmetrical design can also effectively disperse the gravity load of the system, making the structural stress distribution of the mounting base 210 more uniform, and avoiding structural deformation caused by local stress concentration.

[0081] Furthermore, in this embodiment, both the first sidewall 211 and the third sidewall 213 of the mounting base 210 can be constructed from high-strength, lightweight materials, such as aluminum alloy or carbon fiber composite materials. This ensures that the mounting base 210, after the balancing member 220 is installed, provides sufficient strength without significantly increasing the weight of the system. This material selection helps ensure the stabilizer's strength while maintaining its lightweight characteristics, reducing fatigue for the photographer during extended use.

[0082] In practice, the balancing members 220 mounted on the first and third sidewalls 211, 213, through their free swinging ability, can generate a torque to counteract external disturbances. Especially under left-right disturbances, the synergistic effect of the two symmetrical balancing members 220 effectively balances the system's tilt, ensuring stable and smooth footage. This achieves superior anti-shake performance, allowing photographers to obtain smoother images at various shooting angles and during various movements.

[0083] In another embodiment, balance members 220 may be installed on the second side wall 212 and the fourth side wall 214. Based on this, the balance members 220 on the first side wall 211 and the third side wall 213 are removable and replaceable. Specifically, when the shooting environment requires changing the system's center of gravity or shooting at a special angle, the balance members 220 installed on the first side wall 211 and the third side wall 213 can be removed and reinstalled on the second side wall 212 and the fourth side wall 214. This design provides a high degree of flexibility, allowing the photographer to freely adjust the position of the balance member 220 according to the actual shooting scene to meet different balancing requirements. This variable-direction arrangement can effectively optimize the system's center of gravity in certain special situations, such as lateral movement or shooting at special angles, ensuring that the stabilizer maintains good balance and stability in these special scenarios.

[0084] Continue reading Figure 3 In this embodiment, the balancing member 220 also includes a support shaft 221, one end of the support shaft 221 is connected to the side wall of the mounting seat 210, and the other end extends in a direction away from the mounting seat 210, and the rotating portion 230a of the pendulum 230 is sleeved on the support shaft 221.

[0085] In this embodiment, support shaft 221 is designed to provide a stable rotational fulcrum, allowing pendulum 230 to swing along support shaft 221 via rotating portion 230a. One end of support shaft 221 is connected to mounting base 210, ensuring it does not move when subjected to external forces. The other end extends outward, providing ample space for pendulum 230 to maneuver. This design allows pendulum 230 to adaptively adjust its balance when disturbed, leveraging gravity and inertia to quickly restore the system to equilibrium.

[0086] The support shaft 221 can be constructed from a high-strength metal, such as stainless steel or aluminum alloy, to ensure sufficient durability and bending resistance for extended use. The rotating portion 230a of the pendulum 230 is sleeved onto the support shaft 221 and is constructed from a low-friction material or equipped with rolling bearings to ensure smooth rotation of the pendulum 230 around the support shaft 221. This design reduces frictional resistance during the swinging process, resulting in faster response times and greater precision in balancing adjustments.

[0087] In actual use, pendulum 230 controls the system's balance through the rotation of support shaft 221. When the system is disturbed by external forces, the weight of pendulum 230 is transmitted to mounting base 210 via support shaft 221, generating a restoring torque that gradually restores the system to a stable state. The design of support shaft 221 not only provides a rotational fulcrum for pendulum 230 but also ensures greater flexibility and stability for the entire balancing mechanism 220 in various shooting environments.

[0088] Continue reading Figure 3 In this embodiment, the balancing member 220 further includes a locking member 232 , which is detachably mounted on one end of the support shaft 221 away from the mounting seat 210 . The locking member 232 is used to prevent the pendulum member 230 from detaching from the mounting seat 210 .

[0089] In this embodiment, the locking member 232 is provided to provide a simple yet effective safety measure, ensuring that the pendulum 230 remains attached to the support shaft 221. The locking member 232 can employ a threaded structure, a snap-fit ​​structure, or a spring-lock structure to facilitate removal and adjustment of the pendulum 230 when necessary. The threaded structure allows the locking member 232 to be rotated to secure it to the support shaft 221, preventing it from becoming loose. The snap-fit ​​structure facilitates quick installation and removal, making it particularly suitable for situations requiring frequent counterweight adjustments. Furthermore, the spring-lock structure provides a more secure locking effect, making it suitable for use in environments subject to intense exercise or high vibration.

[0090] In actual use, a locking member 232 is mounted on the end of the support shaft 221, securing the pendulum 230 to prevent it from slipping off the support shaft 221. This design not only ensures the proper function of the stabilizer, but also provides greater safety for the photographer. Especially during dramatic movements or when shooting at varying angles, the locking member 232 effectively prevents the pendulum 230 from accidentally falling off. Furthermore, the removable design of the locking member 232 allows the photographer to easily replace or rearrange the pendulum 230, adjusting the counterweight to suit specific shooting needs, further enhancing the stabilizer's flexibility.

[0091] Continue reading Figure 1 and Figure 3 In this embodiment, the first side wall 211 and the third side wall 213 are configured with a polygonal through hole 210a; or

[0092] The second side wall 212 and the fourth side wall 214 are configured with a polygonal through hole 210a;

[0093] The end of the support shaft 221 facing away from the locking member 232 is provided with a polygonal connecting portion 221 a adapted to the polygonal through hole 210 a.

[0094] In this embodiment, a polygonal connecting portion 221a is provided on the end of the support shaft 221 facing away from the locking member 232, which is adapted to fit within the polygonal through-hole 210a. This design is intended to prevent the support shaft 221 from rotating relative to the mounting base 210 through mechanical engagement, thereby ensuring the stability and reliability of the balancing member 220.

[0095] In other words, the design of polygonal through-hole 210a and polygonal connecting portion 221a provides a reliable fixing method. By using a polygonal cross-section connecting portion of support shaft 221, when support shaft 221 is installed in polygonal through-hole 210a of mounting base 210, support shaft 221 is securely locked, preventing any possibility of relative rotation. The polygonal shape can be triangular, quadrilateral, hexagonal, etc. Compared to circular connections, polygonal connecting portion 221a has greater torsional resistance, thereby enhancing the structural rigidity of the entire system.

[0096] In practice, when balancing member 220 is subjected to external forces, the polygonal connecting portion 221a of support shaft 221 will tightly mate with the polygonal through-hole 210a of mounting base 210 to resist torsional forces and prevent relative rotation of support shaft 221. This ensures that balancing member 220 remains in its correct position regardless of angle and external forces, thereby achieving the overall balancing function of the stabilizer. Furthermore, because support shaft 221 does not rotate relative to mounting base 210, the motion trajectory of balancing member 220 is more controllable and stable when subjected to external forces, thereby improving the accuracy of restoring balance.

[0097] Continue reading Figure 3 In this embodiment, the pendulum member 230 is conical.

[0098] In this embodiment, the pendulum 230 exhibits a tapered design, with the rotating portion 230a having smaller dimensions than the weight portion 230b. Specifically, the rotating portion 230a of the pendulum 230 is connected to the support shaft 221, forming a narrow end, while the weight portion 230b, located at the other end of the pendulum 230, gradually expands. This tapered design brings the center of gravity of the pendulum 230 closer to the weight portion 230b, generating a more significant restoring torque during its swing.

[0099] By designing the rotating portion 230a to be smaller, the frictional resistance of the pendulum 230 during rotation is effectively reduced, allowing it to rotate more smoothly on the support shaft 221. The enlarged portion of the deadweight portion 230b gives the pendulum 230 greater inertia when subjected to external forces, further enhancing the system's ability to adjust its balance. When the system deviates from equilibrium, the deadweight portion 230b generates a significant torque due to gravity, quickly helping the system return to its initial upright position.

[0100] The conical design also has an aerodynamic advantage, which can reduce the air resistance encountered by the pendulum 230 during the swinging process, thereby making the swing smoother.

[0101] In this embodiment, pendulum member 230 includes a counterweight with a tapered structure. Specifically, the end of the counterweight connected to support shaft 221 is smaller and heavier than the other end. This tapered design helps optimize the center of gravity and dynamic response of the entire pendulum system.

[0102] The tapered counterweight is designed to achieve an uneven mass distribution, thereby generating more effective torque during movement and enabling the system to quickly return to equilibrium. The thin end of the counterweight is connected to the support shaft 221, while the thick end of the cone extends outward. This mass distribution shifts the center of gravity away from the support shaft 221. When the system is disturbed by external forces, the tapered counterweight generates a larger torque due to its shape, helping the stabilizer return to its initial equilibrium more quickly.

[0103] The tapered structure of the counterweight also helps improve the stability and operating experience of the device. During use, the tapered design gives the entire counterweight greater inertia when swinging, increasing its ability to resist interference. When the camera needs to move significantly or operate in an unstable environment, the tapered counterweight can ensure that the system's balance performance is not easily compromised through its center of gravity offset and inertia. Compared to traditional uniform-shaped counterweights, the tapered counterweight is more able to effectively resist and adjust to external interference.

[0104] Furthermore, the conical counterweights can be made of high-density metals, such as lead or tungsten, to provide adequate counterweighting, and their surfaces can be treated with an anti-corrosion treatment to extend their service life. The conical counterweight design reduces air resistance and friction during movement, thereby improving the overall responsiveness and stability of the pendulum system.

[0105] Continue reading Figure 3 In this embodiment, the rotating portion 230a is centrally configured with a mounting hole 231a, and the balancing member 220 further includes a rotating member 233, which is mounted in the mounting hole 231a.

[0106] In this embodiment, the rotating portion 230a of the pendulum 230 has a centrally located mounting hole 231a. The balancing member 220 also includes a rotating member 233, which is mounted within the mounting hole 231a. The rotating member 233 is designed to smooth the rotation of the pendulum 230 on the support shaft 221, reducing friction and improving the balance and stability of the entire system.

[0107] Specifically, the rotating member 233 can adopt a bearing structure, such as a ball bearing or a sliding bearing, to ensure that the pendulum 230 can rotate smoothly on the support shaft 221, so that the pendulum 230 can quickly respond to external interference during the swinging process and perform adaptive balance adjustment.

[0108] In actual use, when the system is disturbed by external forces, pendulum 230 swings around support shaft 221 via rotating member 233, leveraging gravity and inertia to quickly restore the system to equilibrium. The low-friction characteristics of the bearings ensure smoother and more precise movement of pendulum 230, reducing lag during the system recovery process and improving filming stability.

[0109] In some embodiments, the balancing member 220 can move along the support rod 100 in a direction away from or toward the second connecting component 102 .

[0110] In this embodiment, the support rod 100 can be moved along the axis toward or away from the second connecting component 102, so that the center of gravity of the system can be adjusted to adapt to different shooting requirements and environmental changes.

[0111] Specifically, movement along the axis of the support rod 100 can be achieved through slide rails, threads, racks and gears, etc. The slide rail design enables free sliding on the support rod 100 and is fixed in the desired position by a locking device. The threaded structure is adjusted by rotation to enable precise movement along the axis of the support rod 100, and can be stably fixed in the set position after the movement is completed. The rack and gear design can be controlled by a handle to achieve more precise center of gravity adjustment. These design methods are all aimed at providing photographers with convenient adjustment methods to meet the needs of different shooting scenes.

[0112] In practice, adjusting the position can change the system's center of gravity, thereby optimizing its balance. For example, when shooting from a high vantage point, the position can be moved away from the second connecting assembly 102, bringing the center of gravity closer to the top of the support rod 100, thereby improving the stability of the device during high-angle shooting. When shooting from a low vantage point, the position can be moved closer to the second connecting assembly 102, lowering the center of gravity and making the system more stable at low angles. This flexible adjustment method allows the stabilizer to maintain a good balance at a variety of shooting heights and angles.

[0113] Furthermore, the position adjustment can be combined with the counterweight adjustment to achieve even finer center-of-gravity control. For example, when adding additional camera equipment or accessories, the camera operator can adjust the center of gravity by moving them, ensuring the system's balance is not affected. This adjustable counterweight mechanism allows the system to adapt to various equipment changes, whether it is different types of cameras, lenses, or other additional equipment, and can be adjusted to maintain the system's stability.

[0114] Optionally, the present invention provides a photographic balancer, comprising:

[0115] Mounting seat 210;

[0116] The balancing member 220 includes a pendulum 230 having a rotating portion 230a and a weight portion 230b connected to each other. The rotating portion 230a is rotatably connected to the mounting base 210, and the weight portion 230b is configured to be heavier than the rotating portion 230a.

[0117] The mounting base 210 has a first side wall 211 , a second side wall 212 , a third side wall 213 and a fourth side wall 214 connected in sequence, and the first side wall 211 , the second side wall 212 , the third side wall 213 and the fourth side wall 214 are all mounted with a balancing member 220 .

[0118] In this embodiment, a photographic balancer includes a mounting base 210 and a balancing member 220. Balancing member 220 includes a pendulum 230 having a rotating portion 230a and a weight portion 230b connected to each other. The rotating portion 230a is rotatably connected to the mounting base 210, and the weight portion 230b is heavier than the rotating portion 230a, ensuring that the center of gravity is biased toward the weight portion 230b, thereby improving the balance performance of the system. The mounting base 210 has a first side wall 211, a second side wall 212, a third side wall 213, and a fourth side wall 214 connected in sequence, each of which is mounted with the balancing member 220.

[0119] The first side wall 211 and the third side wall 213 are opposed to each other, while the second side wall 212 and the fourth side wall 214 are opposed to each other, thereby forming mutually perpendicular X-axis and Y-axis directions on the mounting base 210. The balancing members 220 in each direction work together to improve the balancing performance of the entire photographic gimbal in different directions.

[0120] Specifically, when the mounting base 210 tilts along a certain direction (e.g., the X-axis, i.e., the left-right direction), the two pendulums 230 on the X-axis may fail due to the change in the direction of gravity and fail to effectively perform their balancing function. At this time, the two pendulums 230 on the Y-axis can quickly take effect, generating a restoring torque to help the system return to equilibrium. Similarly, when the mounting base 210 tilts along the Y-axis (i.e., the front-back direction), the two pendulums 230 on the Y-axis may fail, while the two pendulums 230 on the X-axis can effectively perform their balancing and adjustment functions.

[0121] This complementary design significantly improves the balance adjustment capability of the photographic gimbal in all directions, ensuring better stability and anti-interference ability during dynamic shooting.

[0122] For example, when the camera stabilizer is mounted on support rod 100, mounting base 210 cooperates with support rod 100 to effectively balance the entire system in both the X- and Y-axis directions. In this case, mounting base 210 is secured to support rod 100 for greater stability, while the placement of pendulum 230 on the X and Y axes allows for effective restorative adjustment based on the tilt of support rod 100.

[0123] For example, when the support pole 100 tilts along the X-axis, the pendulum 230 on the X-axis loses some of its balancing function. However, the pendulum 230 on the Y-axis, through its center of gravity adjustment function, can quickly generate a restoring torque, helping the system return to a vertical position. Similarly, when the support pole 100 tilts along the Y-axis, the pendulum 230 on the X-axis provides effective balancing. This ensures that the photography gimbal, when used in conjunction with the support pole 100, maintains multi-directional balance, further enhancing the stability and smoothness of filming.

[0124] Whether used alone or in combination with the support rod 100, the photography gimbal of this embodiment can effectively resist external forces from multiple directions, ensuring the stability of the device and the quality of the captured images. This allows photographers to operate the device more freely and achieve more ideal shooting effects when facing different shooting requirements and environments.

[0125] As another implementation form of the camera stabilizer described in the aforementioned embodiment, the present invention further provides another camera stabilizer, comprising a support rod 100, the support rod 100 comprising a first connecting end 100a and a second connecting end 100b;

[0126] A first connecting component 101 is provided at the first connecting end 100a and is used to install a first photographing device;

[0127] A second connecting component 102 is provided at the second connecting end 100b and is used to install a second photographic device;

[0128] As with the photographic stabilizer of the aforementioned embodiment, the mounting base 210 is mounted on the support rod 100 and positioned between the first connecting assembly 101 and the second connecting assembly 102. This design, in which the mounting base 210 is positioned between the first connecting assembly 101 and the second connecting assembly 102, effectively maintains the system's center of gravity in the middle, ensuring a more balanced stabilizer during use. Because the mounting base 210 is located in the middle of the support rod 100, the center of gravity is kept relatively low, further improving the stability of the device. This ensures a more stable balance of the system, particularly during dynamic shooting or rapid movement, thereby reducing shake in the captured image.

[0129] Optionally, the balancing member 220 can be moved along the support rod 100, either away from or toward the second connecting assembly 102. This increases the flexibility of the system, allowing the photographer to adjust the position of the balancing member 220 to optimize the overall center of gravity based on different shooting requirements. For example, when shooting from a high angle, the balancing member 220 can be moved away from the second connecting assembly 102 to maintain a stable center of gravity; when shooting from a low angle, the balancing member 220 can be moved closer to the second connecting assembly 102, bringing the center of gravity closer to the ground and improving the overall balance of the system. This flexible and adjustable design allows photographers to achieve optimal stabilization and image quality in a variety of shooting environments and angles.

[0130] The above description is only part or preferred embodiments of the present invention. Neither the text nor the drawings can limit the scope of protection of the present invention. All equivalent structural transformations made by using the contents of the present invention specification and drawings under the overall concept of the present invention, or direct / indirect application in other related technical fields are included in the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A photographic stabilizer, characterized in that: include: A support rod comprising a first connecting end and a second connecting end; A first connecting component is provided at the first connecting end and is used for mounting a first photographic device; A second connecting component is provided at the second connecting end and is used for mounting a second photographic device; A mounting seat, sleeved on the support rod and located between the first connecting component and the second connecting component; The balancing component includes a pendulum having a rotating part and a self-weight part connected to each other. The rotating part is rotatably connected to the mounting seat, and the self-weight part is configured to be heavier than the rotating part.

2. The camera stabilizer according to claim 1, wherein: The mounting seat is in contact with the second connecting assembly, and a swing gap is provided between the deadweight portion of the pendulum and the second connecting assembly.

3. The camera stabilizer according to claim 1 or 2, wherein: The mounting seat is a polyhedron having a first side wall, a second side wall, a third side wall and a fourth side wall connected in sequence, wherein the first side wall is opposite to the third side wall, and the second side wall is opposite to the fourth side wall; Wherein, the first side wall and the third side wall are installed with the balancing member; or, The balancing member is mounted on the second side wall and the fourth side wall.

4. The camera stabilizer according to claim 3, wherein: The balancing member further comprises a support shaft, one end of which is connected to the side wall of the mounting seat, and the other end of which extends in a direction away from the mounting seat, and the rotating portion of the pendulum is sleeved on the support shaft.

5. The camera stabilizer according to claim 4, wherein: The balancing member further comprises a locking member, which is detachably mounted on an end of the support shaft away from the mounting seat, and is used to prevent the pendulum from being separated from the mounting seat.

6. The camera stabilizer according to claim 5, wherein: The first side wall and the third side wall are configured with polygonal through holes; or, The second side wall and the fourth side wall are configured with polygonal through holes; Wherein, a polygonal connecting portion adapted to the polygonal through hole is provided at one end of the support shaft facing away from the locking member.

7. The camera stabilizer according to claim 5, wherein: The pendulum is conical.

8. The camera stabilizer according to claim 1, wherein: The rotating portion is centrally configured with a mounting hole, and the balancing member further comprises a rotating member, and the rotating member is mounted in the mounting hole.

9. The camera stabilizer according to claim 1, wherein: The balancing member is movable along the supporting rod toward a direction away from or toward the second connecting assembly.

10. A photographic balancer, characterized in that: include: Mounting seat; The balancing member includes a pendulum, the pendulum having a rotating portion and a self-weight portion connected to each other, the rotating portion being rotatably connected to the mounting seat, and the self-weight portion being configured to be heavier than the rotating portion; The mounting seat has a first side wall, a second side wall, a third side wall and a fourth side wall connected in sequence, and the first side wall, the second side wall, the third side wall and the fourth side wall can all be used to mount the balancing component.

11. The photography balancer according to claim 10, characterized in that: include: The first side wall and the third side wall are equipped with the balancing member; or, The balancing member is mounted on the second side wall and the fourth side wall.

12. The photography balancer according to claim 11, characterized in that: The balancing member further comprises a support shaft, one end of which is connected to the side wall of the mounting seat, and the other end of which extends in a direction away from the mounting seat, and the rotating portion of the pendulum is sleeved on the support shaft.

13. The photography balancer according to claim 12, characterized in that: The balancing member further comprises a locking member, which is detachably mounted on an end of the support shaft away from the mounting seat, and is used to prevent the pendulum from being separated from the mounting seat.

14. The photography balancer according to claim 13, characterized in that: The first side wall and the third side wall are configured with polygonal through holes; or, The second side wall and the fourth side wall are configured with polygonal through holes; Wherein, a polygonal connecting portion adapted to the polygonal through hole is provided at one end of the support shaft facing away from the locking member.

15. The photography balancer according to claim 13, characterized in that: The pendulum is conical.

16. The photography balancer according to claim 10, characterized in that: The rotating portion is centrally configured with a mounting hole, and the balancing member further comprises a rotating member, and the rotating member is mounted in the mounting hole.

17. A photographic stabilizer, characterized in that: include A support rod comprising a first connecting end and a second connecting end; A first connecting component is provided at the first connecting end and is used for mounting a first photographic device; A second connecting component is provided at the second connecting end and is used for mounting a second photographic device; The photographic balancer according to any one of claims 10 to 16, wherein the mounting seat is sleeved on the support rod and located between the first connecting assembly and the second connecting assembly.

18. The camera stabilizer according to claim 17, wherein: The balancing member is movable along the supporting rod toward a direction away from or toward the second connecting assembly.

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