Connector and shooting system

Abstract

The utility model relates to a connector and a shooting system, the connector comprises a main body and a rotating member, the main body is provided with a first accommodating part, the rotating member is accommodated in the first accommodating part, the rotating member is rotatably connected with the main body, and the rotating angle of the rotating member relative to the main body is adjustable; the rotating part comprises a first end and a second end, the rotating part is connected with the shooting equipment through the first end or the second end, and the first end and the second end have different connection modes with the shooting equipment. The rotating part which is rotatably connected with the main body and has an adjustable rotating angle is arranged, and meanwhile, the connector is connected with the shooting equipment through the first end or the second end of the rotating part, so that the shooting equipment can rotate to a required angle relative to the connector, and in addition, the first end and the second end also have different connection modes with the shooting equipment; conversion of joints on the same connector can be achieved, and convenience and universality of the connector are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of connection equipment, and in particular to a connector and a shooting system. Background Art

[0002] With the advancement of electronic device technology, the variety of camera devices is increasing. However, since different cameras often have different interfaces, replacing a camera often requires replacing connectors with different connectors. This results in poor connector compatibility and versatility, and carrying multiple connectors can easily lead to problems such as loss or misplacement. The cumbersome replacement process also inconveniences users. Furthermore, when using a camera, users may need to rotate the camera to different angles in different scenarios, such as taking selfies, shooting from above, or shooting from below. However, related technologies struggle to meet this user need for camera rotation, resulting in a poor user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In order to overcome the problems existing in the related art, the present application provides a connector and a shooting system.

[0004] According to a first aspect of the present application, a connector is provided, comprising:

[0005] The main body is provided with a first receiving portion;

[0006] A rotating member is accommodated in the first accommodating portion, the rotating member is rotatably connected to the main body, and the rotation angle of the rotating member relative to the main body is adjustable; the rotating member includes a first end and a second end, the rotating member is connected to the shooting device through the first end or the second end, and the first end and the second end have different connection methods with the shooting device.

[0007] In a possible implementation, the connector further includes an adjustment component, and the adjustment component includes:

[0008] a rotating portion, wherein the rotating member is rotatably connected to the main body through the rotating portion;

[0009] a limiting portion, capable of moving relative to the rotating portion between a first position and a second position;

[0010] When the limiting portion is in the first position, the rotating portion can rotate relative to the limiting portion;

[0011] When the limiting portion is in the second position, the limiting portion abuts against the rotating portion to limit the rotating portion.

[0012] In a possible implementation, when the limiting portion is in the first position, the rotating portion can rotate relative to the limiting portion to different preset angles to adjust the rotation angle of the rotating member relative to the main body;

[0013] When the limiting portion is at the second position, the rotating portion and the limiting portion are fixed at the preset angle, so that the rotating member and the main body are fixed at the preset angle.

[0014] In a possible implementation manner, the main body is further provided with a second accommodating portion, and the second accommodating portion is used to accommodate the limiting portion.

[0015] In a possible implementation, the rotating portion includes disc teeth, and the limiting portion includes a snap button.

[0016] In a possible implementation manner, the first end and the second end are opposite to each other, the first end is threadedly connected to the photographing device, and the second end is clipped to the photographing device.

[0017] In a possible implementation manner, the rotating member is provided at one end of the main body, and an end of the main body opposite to the rotating member is connected to a supporting device.

[0018] In a possible embodiment, a first connecting portion and a second connecting portion are provided at an end of the main body opposite to the rotating member, and the first connecting portion has a use state and a storage state;

[0019] When the first connecting portion is in the use state, the main body is connected to the supporting device via the first connecting portion;

[0020] When the first connection portion is in the storage state, the main body is connected to the supporting device through the second connection portion.

[0021] In a possible embodiment, the first connecting portion is snap-connected to the supporting device, the second connecting portion is threadedly connected to the supporting device, and the connector further includes a rotating shaft, through which the first connecting portion is rotatably connected to the main body so that the first connecting portion can be converted between the use state and the storage state.

[0022] According to a second aspect of the present application, a shooting system is provided, comprising a shooting device and the connector according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

[0023] The technical solution provided by the embodiments of the present application may include the following beneficial effects: the present application sets up a rotating part that is rotatably connected to the main body and has an adjustable rotation angle. At the same time, the connector is connected to the shooting device through the first end or the second end of the rotating part, so that the shooting device can be rotated to the required angle relative to the connector. In addition, the first end and the second end have different connection methods with the shooting device, which can realize the conversion of connectors on the same connector, thereby improving the convenience and versatility of the connector.

[0024] It should be understood that the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not restrictive of the present application. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0025] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with the present application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the present application.

[0026] Figure 1 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of a connector according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0027] Figure 2 This is a second structural schematic diagram of a connector according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0028] Figure 3 FIG. 1 is one of the front views of a connector according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0029] Figure 4 This is the second main view of the connector according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0030] Figure 5 It is a schematic structural diagram of a rotating member and an adjusting assembly according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0031] Reference numerals:

[0032] 10. Main body; 101. First connecting part; 102. Second connecting part; 11. First accommodating part; 12. Second accommodating part; 13. Third accommodating part; 14. Rotating shaft; 20. Rotating member; 201. First end; 202. Second end; 21. Threaded connector; 22. Snap-fit ​​member; 30. Adjusting assembly; 31. Rotating part; 32. Limiting part; 321. Buckle; 322. Limiting structure; 41. Anti-slip pad. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0033] Exemplary embodiments will be described in detail herein, with examples illustrated in the accompanying drawings. In the following description, when referring to the drawings, identical numerals in different figures represent identical or similar elements, unless otherwise indicated. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments are not intended to represent all embodiments consistent with the present application. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatus and methods consistent with certain aspects of the present application, as detailed in the appended claims.

[0034] With the advancement of electronic device technology, the variety of camera devices is increasing. However, since different cameras often have different interfaces, replacing a camera often requires replacing connectors with different connectors. This results in poor connector compatibility and versatility, and carrying multiple connectors can easily lead to problems such as loss or misplacement. The cumbersome replacement process also inconveniences users. Furthermore, when using a camera, users may need to rotate the camera to different angles in different scenarios, such as taking selfies, shooting from above, or shooting from below. However, related technologies struggle to meet this user need for camera rotation, resulting in a poor user experience.

[0035] In order to solve the problems existing in the related art, the embodiments of the present application provide a connector and a shooting system. The connector is provided with a rotating part that is rotatably connected to the main body and the rotation angle is adjustable. At the same time, the connector is connected to the shooting device through the first end or the second end of the rotating part, so that the shooting device can be rotated to the required angle relative to the connector. In addition, the first end and the second end have different connection methods with the shooting device, which can realize the conversion of connectors on the same connector, thereby improving the convenience and versatility of the connector.

[0036] According to an exemplary embodiment, Figure 1-Figure 5 As shown, an embodiment of the present application provides a connector, which is used to connect a shooting device (not shown in the figure) to a supporting device (not shown in the figure). The shooting device can be, for example, a camera, a mobile phone, a tablet computer and other electronic devices with a shooting function, and the supporting device can be, for example, a tripod, a selfie stick, a quick-release adapter, a gimbal and other accessories that can clamp, support or stabilize the shooting device. Of course, it can be understood that users can also use the connector of the embodiment of the present application to connect other types of electronic devices or supporting devices according to actual usage requirements, and the embodiment of the present application does not impose too many restrictions on this.

[0037] like Figure 1-Figure 5As shown, the connector includes a main body 10 and a rotating member 20, and the main body 10 is provided with a first accommodating portion 11; the rotating member 20 is partially accommodated in the first accommodating portion 11 of the main body 10, and the portion of the rotating member 20 protruding from the main body 10 is used to connect with the photographing device. The rotating member 20 is rotatably connected to the main body 10, and the rotation angle of the rotating member 20 relative to the main body 10 is adjustable, so that the rotation angle of the photographing device relative to the connector, that is, the rotation angle of the photographing device relative to the support device, can be adjusted, so as to facilitate meeting the user's requirements for the rotation angle of the photographing device in different usage scenarios. In addition, in order to facilitate the control of the rotation angle of the rotating member 20 relative to the main body 10, an adjustment component can also be provided to adjust and limit the rotation angle of the rotating member 20. The setting method of the adjustment component will be described in detail in the embodiments below, and will not be repeated here.

[0038] The rotating member 20 includes a first end 201 and a second end 202. The rotating member 20 is connected to the camera device via the first end 201 or the second end 202. The first end 201 and the second end 202 are both ends of the rotating member 20 for connecting to the camera device, and the first end 201 and the second end 202 have different connection methods with the camera device. By rotating the rotating member 20 relative to the main body 10, the end of the rotating member 20 connected to the camera device can be switched between the first end 201 and the second end 202. The first end 201 or the second end 202 can be connected to the camera device via a connection method such as a snap-on connection, a plug-in connection, a threaded connection, or a magnetic connection. Persons skilled in the art can make adjustments based on actual needs, as long as the first end 201 and the second end 202 have different connection methods with the camera device.

[0039] In addition, the ends of the rotating member 20 used for connecting to the shooting device may not be limited to the first end 201 and the second end 202. Those skilled in the art may also increase the number of connection ends according to actual needs, and the connection methods between each connection end and the shooting device are different to improve the compatibility and practicality of the connector.

[0040] In the embodiment of the present application, a rotating member is provided which is rotatably connected to the main body and has an adjustable rotation angle. At the same time, the connector is connected to the shooting device through the first end or the second end of the rotating member, so that the shooting device can be rotated to the desired angle relative to the connector. In addition, the first end and the second end have different connection methods with the shooting device, which can realize the conversion of connectors on the same connector, thereby improving the convenience and versatility of the connector.

[0041] In some embodiments, the connector further includes an adjustment assembly 30. Figure 1-Figure 5As shown, the adjustment assembly 30 includes a rotating portion 31 and a limiting portion 32. The rotating member 20 is rotatably connected to the main body 10 through the rotating portion 31. In one example, the rotating portion 31 is fixedly connected to the rotating member 20, and the rotating portion 31 is rotatably connected to the main body 10; in another example, the rotating portion 31 is fixedly connected to the main body 10, and the rotating portion 31 is rotatably connected to the rotating member 20.

[0042] The limiting portion 32 is movable relative to the rotating portion 31 between a first position and a second position. When the limiting portion 32 is in the first position, the rotating portion 31 is capable of rotating relative to the limiting portion 32. Specifically, the rotating portion 31 is capable of rotating relative to the limiting portion 32 to different preset angles to adjust the rotation angle of the rotating member 20 relative to the main body 10. When the limiting portion 32 is in the second position, the limiting portion 32 abuts against the rotating portion 31 to limit the rotating portion 31. At this time, the rotation angle of the rotating member 20 relative to the main body 10 is fixed. Specifically, the rotating portion 31 and the limiting portion 32 are fixed at a preset angle, so that the rotating member 20 and the main body 10 are fixed at a preset angle.

[0043] In some embodiments, the main body 10 is further provided with a second receiving portion 12. Figure 1-Figure 2 As shown, the second accommodating portion 12 is used to accommodate the limiting portion 32. At least part of the limiting portion 32 is accommodated in the second accommodating portion 12. The second accommodating portion 12 can be as shown in FIG. Figure 1-Figure 2 As shown in the figure, the second accommodating portion 12 is arranged at a different position from the first accommodating portion 11, and the second accommodating portion 12 can also be arranged to be connected to the first accommodating portion 11 or at least partially overlap with it. The embodiment of the present application does not impose too many restrictions on the setting position of the second accommodating portion 12 and the positional relationship between the second accommodating portion 12 and the first accommodating portion 11. Those skilled in the art can make arrangements according to actual needs.

[0044] In one example, the rotating portion 31 includes a disc tooth, and the limiting portion 32 includes a buckle 321. The disc tooth is also a disc gear, such as Figure 1-Figure 5As shown, the rotating member 20 can mesh with the disc teeth of the rotating portion 31, and the limiting portion 32 further includes a limiting structure 322. The limiting structure 322 can be, for example, a block, a slot, a spring, or other structure that can play a limiting role. When the limiting portion 32 is in the first position, that is, when the buckle 321 is open, the rotating member 20 and the main body 10 rotate by meshing with the disc teeth. While the disc teeth achieve a rotational connection, the tooth gap between them can also play a certain locking role, achieving rotation feedback and forming a rotation gear. When the limiting portion 32 is in the second position, that is, when the buckle 321 is closed, the limiting structure 322 abuts against the disc teeth, limiting the disc teeth, thereby limiting the rotation angle between the rotating member 20 and the main body 10, so that the rotating member 20 remains at the desired preset angle, preventing the rotating member 20 from slipping relative to the main body 10 due to unexpected external force or the weight of the shooting device. Among them, those skilled in the art can set the number of teeth, tooth pitch, tooth shape and other structures of the disc teeth and the specific form of the limiting structure 322 according to actual needs, and the embodiments of the present application do not impose too many restrictions on this.

[0045] In some embodiments, the first end 201 and the second end 202 are opposite to each other. Of course, it is understood that the first end 201 and the second end 202 may also be adjacent to each other. Figure 1 Taking the orientation shown in as an example, in one example, one of the first end 201 and the second end 202 is the top surface of the rotating member 20, and the other is the bottom surface of the rotating member 20; in another example, one of the first end 201 and the second end 202 is the top surface of the rotating member 20, and the other is the side surface of the rotating member 20; in yet another example, one of the first end 201 and the second end 202 is the bottom surface of the rotating member 20, and the other is the side surface of the rotating member 20. The specific arrangement positions of the first end 201 and the second end 202 can be selected by those skilled in the art according to actual needs, as long as the first end 201 and the second end 202 are not arranged at the same end of the rotating member 20, which would interfere with each other when connected to the shooting device.

[0046] In some embodiments, the first end 201 is threadedly connected to the camera device, and the second end 202 is clamped to the camera device. The first end 201 is provided with a threaded connector 21, and the second end 202 is provided with a clamping member 22. By rotating the rotating member 20, the first end 201 or the second end 202 can be rotated to align with the interface of the camera device. When the interface on the camera device is a threaded interface, such as Figure 3 As shown, the rotating member 20 can be connected to the shooting device through the threaded connection member 21 at the first end 201; when the interface on the shooting device is a card interface, such as Figure 4 As shown, the rotating member 20 can be connected to the shooting device via the clamping member 22 at the second end 202 .

[0047] In one example, the threaded connector 21 includes a screw, and the clamping member 22 includes a three-claw connector. Of course, it is understood that the threaded connector 21 can also be configured as other structures having threads that can cooperate with the camera device, and the clamping member 22 can also be configured as a two-claw connector, a clamping block, a clamping hook, etc. The embodiments of the present application do not impose too many restrictions on this, and those skilled in the art can configure it according to actual needs.

[0048] In some embodiments, the rotating member 20 is disposed at one end of the main body 10, and the other end of the main body 10, opposite the rotating member 20, is further connected to a support device. The support device is capable of clamping, supporting, or stabilizing the camera, and can be, for example, a tripod, selfie stick, quick-release adapter, pan / tilt head, or the like.

[0049] In some embodiments, a first connection portion 101 and a second connection portion 102 are provided at the end of the main body 10 opposite to the rotating member 20, and the connector is connected to the support device via the first connection portion 101 or the second connection portion 102. The first connection portion 101 is connected to the support device by snapping, and the second connection portion 102 is connected to the support device by threading. For example, the first connection portion 101 is a two-claw connection member, and the second connection portion 102 is a screw hole. Of course, it is understood that the embodiments of the present application do not impose any special restrictions on the specific forms of the first connection portion 101 and the second connection portion 102, and those skilled in the art can make settings according to actual needs.

[0050] In some embodiments, the first connection portion 101 has an in-use state and a stowed state. When the first connection portion 101 is in the in-use state, the main body 10 can be connected to the support device via the first connection portion 101; when the first connection portion 101 is in the stowed state, the main body 10 is connected to the support device via the second connection portion 102. In one example, the first connection portion 101 is a two-claw connector and the second connection portion 102 is a screw hole. Because the screw hole does not protrude from the main body 10, when the first connection portion 101 is connected to the support device, the second connection portion 102 does not interfere with the connection of the first connection portion 101. Therefore, only the first connection portion 101 can be configured to have an in-use state and a stowed state. It is understood that if the second connection portion 102 has other connection structures that may interfere with the connection of the first connection portion 101, the second connection portion 102 can also be configured to have an in-use state and a stowed state, and the user can choose to stow or use the first connection portion 101 and the second connection portion 102 according to the connection needs.

[0051] In one example, the connector further includes a rotation shaft 14, and the first connection portion 101 is rotatably connected to the main body 10 via the rotation shaft 14, so that the first connection portion 101 can be switched between the use state and the storage state. Figure 1-Figure 4As shown, when the second connecting part 102 needs to be used to connect with the supporting device, the first connecting part 101 is received in the third accommodating part 13 of the main body 10, and the third accommodating part 13 is arranged at the end of the main body 10 away from the rotating part 20; when the first connecting part 101 needs to be used to connect with the supporting device, the first connecting part 101 can be rotated open to the use state, thereby connecting with the supporting device.

[0052] In one example, the connector further includes a reset member (not shown in the figure). Among them, the reset member can be provided only for the rotating member 20 and the first connecting portion 101, or a reset member can be provided for both, and the embodiment of the present application does not impose too many restrictions on this. The reset member is provided in the main body 10, and the reset member can be a spring, a spring or other elastic material with elastic deformation function, so that it produces elastic deformation under the action of an external force, and the elastic deformation is restored after the external force disappears, so that the rotating member 20 and / or the first connecting portion 101 are reset. Among them, the reset member can have a pre-tightening force, so that the rotating member 20 and / or the first connecting portion 101 are restored to their initial position after no external force is applied.

[0053] In some embodiments, an anti-slip portion may be further provided on the first end 201 and / or the second end 202 and / or the first connecting portion 101. To improve the connection stability of the connector, those skilled in the art may, as needed, provide an anti-slip portion at one or a combination of the first end 201, the second end 202, and the first connecting portion 101.

[0054] The anti-slip portion can be arranged in a variety of ways. In one example, Figure 1-Figure 5 As shown, an anti-skid pad 41 can be added at the connection between the connector and the shooting device or the supporting device. The anti-skid pad 41 can be made of a flexible material such as silicone or rubber. The deformation of the anti-skid pad 41 can improve the tightness of the connection. The contact surface between the anti-skid pad 41 and the shooting device or the supporting device can also be provided with anti-skid patterns such as serrated patterns, wavy patterns or frosted patterns to increase friction and improve the tightness of the connection. In another example, as Figure 1-Figure 5 As shown, anti-slip patterns can also be provided directly at the location where the connector contacts the camera or support device. The anti-slip patterns can be formed by physical or chemical means such as etching and sandblasting to form sawtooth patterns, wavy patterns, frosted surfaces, or other textures that can increase friction, thereby improving the tightness of the connection. Of course, it is understood that those skilled in the art can also adjust the specific form and location of the anti-slip portion according to actual needs, and the embodiments of the present application do not impose too many restrictions on this.

[0055] According to an exemplary embodiment, Figure 1-Figure 5As shown, an embodiment of the present application provides a shooting system, which includes a shooting device and a connector as described in the above embodiment. The shooting device can be, for example, an electronic device with a shooting function, such as a camera, a mobile phone, or a tablet computer. The connector includes a main body 10 and a rotating member 20. The main body 10 is provided with a first accommodating portion 11; the rotating member 20 is accommodated in the first accommodating portion 11 of the main body 10, and the rotating member 20 is rotatably connected to the main body 10, and the rotation angle of the rotating member 20 relative to the main body 10 is adjustable, so that the rotation angle of the shooting device relative to the connector can be adjusted, that is, the rotation angle of the shooting device relative to the supporting device, so as to facilitate meeting the user's requirements for the rotation angle of the shooting device in different usage scenarios. In addition, the rotating member 20 includes a first end 201 and a second end 202. The rotating member 20 is connected to the shooting device through the first end 201 or the second end 202, and the first end 201 and the second end 202 have different connection methods with the shooting device. By rotating the rotating member 20 relative to the main body 10, the end of the rotating member 20 connected to the shooting device can be switched between the first end 201 and the second end 202, so that the same connector can be connected to shooting devices with different interfaces, thereby improving the convenience and versatility of the connector.

[0056] In one example, the shooting system also includes a supporting device for clamping, supporting or stabilizing the shooting equipment. The supporting device can be, for example, a tripod, a selfie stick, a quick-release adapter, a gimbal, or the like. The rotating part 20 of the connector is connected to the shooting equipment, and one end of the rotating part 20 of the main body 10 is connected to the supporting device. The rotating part 20 can rotate relative to the main body 10, and the rotation angle can be adjusted, thereby achieving an adjustable rotation angle of the shooting equipment relative to the supporting device to meet different usage requirements of users.

[0057] Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate other embodiments of the present application after considering the specification and practicing the invention disclosed herein. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of the present application that follow the general principles of the present application and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The description and examples are to be considered as exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of the present application are indicated by the following claims.

[0058] It should be understood that the present application is not limited to the exact structures described above and shown in the drawings, and that various modifications and changes may be made without departing from the scope thereof. The scope of the present application is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A connector, characterized in that: The connector comprises: The main body is provided with a first receiving portion; A rotating member is accommodated in the first accommodating portion, the rotating member is rotatably connected to the main body, and the rotation angle of the rotating member relative to the main body is adjustable; the rotating member includes a first end and a second end, the rotating member is connected to the shooting device through the first end or the second end, and the first end and the second end have different connection methods with the shooting device.

2. The connector according to claim 1, wherein: The connector further includes an adjustment assembly, the adjustment assembly including: a rotating portion, wherein the rotating member is rotatably connected to the main body through the rotating portion; a limiting portion, capable of moving relative to the rotating portion between a first position and a second position; When the limiting portion is in the first position, the rotating portion can rotate relative to the limiting portion; When the limiting portion is in the second position, the limiting portion abuts against the rotating portion to limit the rotating portion.

3. The connector according to claim 2, wherein: When the limiting portion is in the first position, the rotating portion can rotate relative to the limiting portion to different preset angles to adjust the rotation angle of the rotating member relative to the main body; When the limiting portion is at the second position, the rotating portion and the limiting portion are fixed at the preset angle, so that the rotating member and the main body are fixed at the preset angle.

4. The connector according to claim 2, wherein: The main body is further provided with a second accommodating portion, and the second accommodating portion is used to accommodate the limiting portion.

5. The connector according to claim 2, wherein: The rotating portion includes disc teeth, and the limiting portion includes a snap buckle.

6. The connector according to claim 1, wherein: The first end and the second end are opposite to each other, the first end is threadedly connected to the shooting device, and the second end is clamped to the shooting device.

7. The connector according to claim 1, wherein: The rotating member is arranged at one end of the main body, and the end of the main body opposite to the rotating member is connected to the supporting device.

8. The connector according to claim 7, wherein: The end of the main body opposite to the rotating member is provided with a first connecting portion and a second connecting portion, wherein the first connecting portion has a use state and a storage state; When the first connecting portion is in the use state, the main body is connected to the supporting device via the first connecting portion; When the first connection portion is in the storage state, the main body is connected to the supporting device through the second connection portion.

9. The connector according to claim 8, wherein: The first connecting portion is snap-connected to the supporting device, the second connecting portion is threadedly connected to the supporting device, and the connector further includes a rotating shaft, through which the first connecting portion is rotatably connected to the main body so that the first connecting portion can be converted between the use state and the storage state.

10. A shooting system, characterized in that: The invention comprises a photographing device and the connector according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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