Shooting accessory and shooting device

Abstract

The utility model is suitable for the technical field of shooting equipment accessories, and provides a shooting accessory and a shooting device, and the shooting device comprises a camera and the shooting accessory. The shooting accessory comprises a supporting rod, a controller and a movable part, the controller is connected to the supporting rod, and the controller is at least used for controlling the camera to shoot. The movable part is connected with the supporting rod and the camera so as to at least enable the camera to be switched between a folded state and an unfolded state relative to the supporting rod. In the unfolded state, the camera is located above the supporting rod. In the folded state, the camera is located on one side of the supporting rod. Thus, the shooting accessory can support the camera and can also store the camera and adjust the use position of the camera, the camera can be intelligently controlled through the controller to conduct the shooting task, the functions of the shooting accessory are diversified, and the flexibility of the camera meeting the shooting requirement of a user is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of shooting equipment accessories, and in particular relates to a shooting accessory and shooting device. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, a camera is connected to a selfie stick, which serves as a shooting accessory to provide a gripping position for the user and broaden the camera's field of view. However, selfie sticks in these technologies are only used to support the camera for shooting, and their functions are relatively limited, failing to meet the diverse shooting needs of users in different scenarios. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of this, the present invention provides a shooting accessory and shooting device to solve the technical problem of how to increase the functionality of the shooting accessory so that the camera can adapt to the user's shooting needs.

[0004] To solve the above problems, the technical solution provided by this utility model embodiment is as follows:

[0005] In a first aspect, this utility model provides a shooting accessory, including: a support rod; a controller connected to the support rod, the controller being used at least to control a camera to take pictures; and a movable part connected to the support rod and the camera respectively, so as to at least allow the camera to switch between a folded state and an unfolded state relative to the support rod; wherein, in the unfolded state, the camera is located above the support rod; and in the folded state, the camera is located on one side of the support rod.

[0006] In some embodiments, the movable member is rotatably connected to the support rod; wherein, in the unfolded state, at least a portion of the movable member and the camera extends beyond the height range of the support rod; and in the folded state, at least the camera is located within the height range of the support rod.

[0007] In some embodiments, the support rod has a first end and a second end at opposite ends in the height direction, the movable member is rotatably connected to the first end, and in the folded state, the camera is located below the movable member; wherein, in the folded state, the end of the movable member away from the camera is on the same plane as the first end; and / or, in the folded state, the end of the camera away from the movable member is on another plane as the second end.

[0008] In some embodiments, the controller and the support rod are magnetically connected by magnetic components, or connected by snap-fit ​​structures, or connected by adhesive components.

[0009] In some embodiments, the shooting accessory further includes: a protective cover that can be fitted onto the lens of the camera, the protective cover being connected to the camera or the support rod; wherein, in the folded state, the protective cover covers at least the lens of the camera, and the protective cover is wrapped around the camera and / or the support rod.

[0010] In some embodiments, in the unfolded state, the protective sleeve can be closed to form an annular cavity through which a user's arm can pass, with the camera outside the annular cavity.

[0011] In some embodiments, the support rod has a first end and a second end at opposite ends in the height direction, and the movable part is movably connected to the first end; wherein the controller is adjacent to the first end and the protective sleeve is adjacent to the second end.

[0012] In some embodiments, the support rod has a first end and a second end at opposite ends in the height direction, and the movable part is movably connected to the first end; the shooting accessory also includes a carrying rope connected to the support rod, the controller is adjacent to the first end, and the carrying rope is connected to the second end.

[0013] In some embodiments, the support rod includes: a body connected to the movable member; and a plurality of legs, each of which is movably connected to the body to switch between a supported state and a concealed state; wherein, in the supported state, each of the legs extends beyond the outline of the body to support the body; and in the concealed state, each of the legs is retracted within the outline of the body.

[0014] Secondly, this utility model embodiment also provides a shooting device, including a camera and the shooting accessory described in the first aspect, wherein the camera is mounted on the movable member; wherein at least the camera moves relative to the support rod to switch between a folded state and an unfolded state.

[0015] This utility model provides a shooting accessory and shooting device, the shooting device including a camera and the shooting accessory. The shooting accessory includes a support rod, a controller, and a movable component. The controller is connected to the support rod and is used at least to control the camera to take pictures. The movable component is connected to both the support rod and the camera to allow the camera to switch between a folded state and an unfolded state relative to the support rod. The controller allows for more intelligent and efficient automatic shooting control of the camera, reducing the difficulty of user operation. In the unfolded state, the support rod supports the camera below, increasing the camera's field of view and providing a grip for the user. In the folded state, at least a portion of the camera is stored within the height range of the support rod, sharing the same height range. Compared to the unfolded state, the total height of the camera and support rod is reduced in the folded state, making it easier for the user to carry. The movable component allows the camera to switch between unfolded and folded states relative to the support rod, allowing the user to adjust the camera's position according to the usage scenario and shooting angle. Thus, the shooting accessory provided in this embodiment of the utility model can not only support the camera, but also store the camera, adjust the camera's position, and intelligently control the camera to perform shooting tasks through the controller. The shooting accessory has a variety of functions, is ingeniously designed, improves the camera's flexibility to adapt to the user's shooting needs, and is convenient for the user to use. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the shooting device provided in the embodiment of the present invention in a folded state;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the shooting accessory provided in the embodiment of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the shooting device provided in the embodiment of the present invention in its unfolded state.

[0019] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0020] 1. Shooting accessories; 11. Support rod; 111. First end; 112. Second end; 113. Main body; 114. Support leg; 12. Controller; 13. Movable part; 131. Third end; 14. Protective cover; 15. Hand rope; 2. Camera; 21. Fourth end. Detailed Implementation

[0021] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0022] The specific technical features described in the specific embodiments can be combined in any suitable manner without contradiction. For example, different combinations of specific technical features can form different embodiments and technical solutions. To avoid unnecessary repetition, the various possible combinations of the specific technical features in this utility model will not be described separately.

[0023] In the following description, the terms "first," "second," "etc." are used merely to distinguish different objects and do not indicate that the objects have the sameness or relationship. It should be understood that the directional descriptions "above," "below," "outside," and "inside" refer to the directions under normal use, while "left" and "right" refer to the left and right directions shown in the corresponding diagrams, which may or may not be the left and right directions under normal use.

[0024] It should be noted that the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Unless otherwise specified, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes that element. "A plurality of" means two or more.

[0025] Firstly, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, this embodiment of the utility model provides a shooting accessory for connecting a camera. The shooting accessory includes a support rod 11, a controller 12, and a movable part 13. It can be understood that when the camera is used for a selfie, the support rod 11 is a selfie stick.

[0026] like Figure 1As shown, controller 12 is connected to support rod 11. Controller 12 is used at least to control camera 2 to take pictures. For example, controller 12 can wake up and turn off camera 2. In some possible implementations, controller 12 can also selectively select video recordings within a preset time period for recording the occurrence of events. When controller 12 automatically controls camera 2 to start recording for the next preset time period, controller 12 controls camera 2 to automatically delete the video recordings within the previous preset time period. When the user manually operates controller 12 to start recording, controller 12 controls camera 2 to store the video recordings within the previous preset time period. When the user manually operates controller 12 to stop recording, controller 12 stitches the video recordings within the previous preset time period with the video recordings between the two user operations of controller 12 to form a new video recording. For example, in the case of camera 2 being used to film a fishing scene, the user operates controller 12 twice to control camera 2 to start and stop recording the event, respectively, to record the time period during which the fish is hooked. Controller 12 controls camera 2 to automatically store the video recordings within the preset time period before the user's first operation of controller 12, so as to generate a video recording of the moment the fish bites the hook.

[0027] like Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the movable component 13 is connected to both the support rod 11 and the camera 2, so as to allow the camera 2 to switch between a folded state and an unfolded state relative to the support rod 11. Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram showing camera 2 in a folded state. Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of camera 2 in its unfolded state. In this unfolded state, camera 2 is positioned above support rod 11, extending beyond the height range of support rod 11. The length of support rod 11 increases the camera's field of view, and it also provides a grip for the user, facilitating shooting. It should be noted that the height range of support rod 11 refers to the space between the planes extending from the opposite end faces of support rod 11 along its height direction. The height direction of support rod 11 indicates the direction of its height dimension in actual use, and also the direction of its maximum outline dimension in a three-dimensional coordinate system. Figure 1 In the diagram shown, the direction of N1 represents the height direction.

[0028] In the folded state, camera 2 is located on one side of support rod 11. Specifically, a portion of camera 2 may be within the height range of support rod 11, while another portion extends beyond the height range of support rod 11; alternatively, both ends of camera 2 in the height direction may be within the height range of support rod 11. Regardless of the configuration, at least a portion of camera 2 overlaps with support rod 11 in the height direction, thus reducing the total height of camera 2 and support rod 11 compared to the unfolded state, facilitating user storage. Camera 2 can be folded and unfolded relative to support rod 11 via movable member 13, meaning camera 2 can move relative to support rod 11 via movable member 13. For example, camera 2 can slide, rotate, or swing relative to support rod 11 via movable member 13. Regardless of the connection between movable member 13 and support rod 11, camera 2 can change its relative position to support rod 11 via movable member 13. This increases the usable positions of camera 2, allowing users to adjust its position and more flexibly adapt to their shooting needs.

[0029] This utility model provides a shooting accessory 1, including a support rod 11, a controller 12, and a movable component 13. The controller 12 is connected to the support rod 11 and is used at least to control a camera 2 for shooting. The movable component 13 is connected to both the support rod 11 and the camera 2, allowing the camera 2 to switch between a folded state and an unfolded state relative to the support rod 11. In the unfolded state, the camera 2 is located above the support rod 11; in the folded state, the camera 2 is located to one side of the support rod 11. The controller 12 enables more intelligent and efficient control of the camera 2 for automatic shooting, reducing the difficulty of user operation. In the unfolded state, the support rod 11 supports the camera 2 from below, increasing the camera 2's field of view and providing a grip for the user. In the folded state, at least a portion of the camera 2 shares the height range of the support rod 11; compared to the unfolded state, the total height of the camera 2 and the support rod 11 is reduced in the folded state, making it easier for the user to store and carry. Through the movable part 13, the camera 2 can switch between an unfolded state and a folded state relative to the support rod 11. That is, the camera 2 can move relative to the support rod 11 via the movable part 13, and the user can adjust the position of the camera 2 according to the usage scenario and shooting angle. Thus, the shooting accessory 1 provided in this embodiment of the utility model can not only support the camera 2, but also store the camera 2, adjust the position of the camera 2, and intelligently control the camera 2 to perform shooting tasks through the controller 12. The shooting accessory 1 has a variety of functions, which improves the flexibility of the camera 2 to adapt to the user's shooting needs.

[0030] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 3As shown, the movable part 13 is rotatably connected to the support rod 11, meaning that the camera 2 can rotate relative to the support rod 11 via the movable part 13 to change the angle between the camera 2 and the support rod 11. In the unfolded state, at least a portion of the movable part 13 and the camera 2 extends beyond the height range of the support rod 11. It can be understood that since the camera 2 performs its shooting task in the unfolded state, at least the movable part 13 and the lens of the camera 2 extend beyond the height range of the support rod 11. In the folded state, at least the camera 2 is located within the height range of the support rod 11. Specifically, the camera 2 may be located within the height range of the support rod 11, while the movable part 13 may be located outside the height range of the support rod 11; or a portion of the movable part 13 and the camera 2 may both be located within the height range of the support rod 11; or all of the movable part 13 and the camera 2 may both be located within the height range of the support rod 11. In general, in the folded state, at least the camera 2 is located within the height range of the support rod 11, meaning the height of the support rod 11 is greater than or equal to the height of the camera 2, allowing the entire outline of the camera 2 to be stored within the height range of the support rod 11 in the folded state. Compared to the embodiment in which part of the camera 2 extends beyond the height range of the support rod 11 in the folded state, the assembly consisting of the camera 2, the movable part 13 and the support rod 11 provided by this utility model embodiment has better appearance coordination. The support rod 11 can at least protect the camera 2 in the height direction, further increasing the function of the shooting accessory 1.

[0031] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1As shown, the support rod 11 has two opposite ends in the height direction, namely the first end 111 and the second end 112. The height range of the support rod 11 is the range between the extended surface of the end face where the first end 111 is located and the extended surface of the end face where the second end 112 is located. The movable member 13 is rotatably connected to the first end 111, and in the folded state, the camera 2 is located below the movable member 13. Therefore, it can be understood that the first end 111 represents the upper end of the support rod 11, and correspondingly, the second end 112 represents the lower end of the support rod 11. In the folded state, the end of the movable member 13 away from the camera 2 is on the same plane as the first end 111, and / or, in the folded state, the end of the camera 2 away from the movable member 13 is on another plane as the second end 112. For ease of explanation, the end of the movable part 13 furthest from the camera 2 is defined as the third end 131, and the end of the camera 2 furthest from the movable part 13 is defined as the fourth end 21. This means that in the folded state, the third end 131 and the first end 111 can be on the same plane, with the fourth end 21 above the second end 112; the fourth end 21 and the second end 112 can be on another plane, with the third end 131 below the first end 111; or the third end 131 and the first end 111 can be on the same plane, with the fourth end 21 and the second end 112 on another plane. It should be noted that when the height direction of the support rod 11 is perpendicular to the ground, both "one plane" and "another plane" refer to a horizontal plane approximately parallel to the ground. This horizontal plane does not necessarily have to be a plane forming a 0-degree angle with the horizontal direction. Considering practical errors, a horizontal plane can be understood as any plane with an angle within 5 degrees to the horizontal direction.

[0032] This configuration ensures that the upper end of the movable part 13 in the folded state is roughly flush with the upper end of the support rod 11, and / or, the lower end of the camera 2 in the folded state is roughly flush with the lower end of the support rod 11. In the folded state, the assembly consisting of the camera 2, movable part 13, and support rod 11 has good aesthetic coordination, and with both ends of the assembly roughly flush, it reduces the abruptness experienced by the user when carrying the assembly, making it easier for the user to carry.

[0033] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1As shown, the controller 12 and the support rod 11 can be magnetically connected via magnetic components, snap-fit ​​connections, or adhesive connections, or other detachable connection methods. When the controller 12 and support rod 11 are magnetically connected, the possibility of damage due to physical pressure contact between them is reduced, and the connection method is simple, allowing users to easily detach and install the controller 12 from the support rod 11. When the controller 12 and support rod 11 are snap-fitted together or adhesively connected, physical pressure exists between them, providing good mechanical strength and contact stability. Regardless of the connection method, both the controller 12 and support rod 11 are detachable, facilitating maintenance of the controller 12 and reducing the possibility of affecting the circuit stability of the controller 12 while cleaning the support rod 11. This also allows users to clean the support rod 11 and controller 12 separately.

[0034] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the shooting accessory 1 also includes a protective case 14. The protective case 14 can be fitted over the lens of the camera 2 and is connected to the camera 2 or the support rod 11. That is, the protective case 14 can be an independent accessory without being connected to the support rod 11, or it can be connected to the support rod 11 to form a modular component. In the folded state, the protective case 14 covers at least the lens of the camera 2 and is wrapped around the camera 2 and / or the support rod 11. Specifically, the protective case 14 can be a semi-enclosed structure wrapped only around the camera 2 or the support rod 11, or it can be a fully enclosed structure wrapped around both the camera 2 and the support rod 11. Regardless of which embodiment the protective case 14 is configured in, it can cover the lens of the camera 2 in the folded state, thus protecting the lens and reducing the possibility of accidental lens damage during user carrying of the shooting accessory 1.

[0035] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, in the unfolded state, the protective sleeve 14 can close to form an annular cavity (not shown) for the user's arm to pass through, with the camera 2 outside the annular cavity. (See reference...) Figure 3 Ignoring the structure and shape of the protective case 14, the protective case 14 is roughly line-segment shaped along its length, and the annular cavity is the internal cavity formed by connecting the beginning and end of this line segment. In this way, the user can put their arm into the annular cavity to reduce the possibility of the camera 2 and / or shooting accessory 1 being accidentally touched and falling out when unfolded, and also to reduce the possibility of the camera 2 and / or shooting accessory 1 being lost.

[0036] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the controller 12 is adjacent to the first end 111, and the protective sleeve 14 is adjacent to the second end 112. Specifically, the controller 12 is close to the first end 111, and the distance from the farthest point of the controller 12 to the first end 111 is less than or equal to half the height of the support rod 11; the protective sleeve 14 is close to the second end 112, and the distance from the farthest point of the protective sleeve 14 to the second end 112 is less than or equal to half the height of the support rod 11. This arrangement allows the controller 12 and the protective sleeve 14 to be positioned at the upper and lower parts of the support rod 11 in the height direction, respectively. This not only makes full use of the height of the support rod 11 to arrange the components, but also makes the appearance of the shooting accessory 1 more harmonious.

[0037] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the shooting accessory 1 also includes a carrying strap 15 connected to the support rod 11. The carrying strap 15 protects the shooting accessory 1 in both its folded and unfolded states, reducing the possibility of the camera 2 and / or the shooting accessory 1 falling due to accidental contact in either state, and also reducing the possibility of the camera 2 and / or the shooting accessory 1 being lost. The controller 12 is adjacent to the first end 111, and the carrying strap 15 is connected to the second end 112. Thus, the controller 12 and the carrying strap 15 are roughly distributed at opposite ends along the height of the support rod 11, further utilizing the height of the support rod 11, resulting in higher space utilization on the support rod 11 and a more harmonious appearance for the shooting accessory 1.

[0038] In some possible implementations, the shooting accessory 1 includes the carrying strap 15 and the protective sleeve 14 described in the above embodiments, with one end of the carrying strap 15 connected to the second end 112 and the other end of the carrying strap 15 connected to the protective sleeve 14. This arrangement makes the carrying strap 15, the protective sleeve 14, and the support rod 11 form a modular assembly, making it convenient for users to carry the shooting accessory 1.

[0039] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the support rod 11 includes a body 113 and multiple legs 114. The body 113 is connected to the movable part 13, and each leg 114 is movably connected to the body 113 to switch between a supported state and a concealed state. Specifically, each leg 114 can be rotatably connected to the body 113, each leg 114 can be slidably connected to the body 113, and some legs 114 can be rotatably connected to the body 113 while others are slidably connected. The key is that each leg 114 is movably connected to the body 113, allowing switching between the supported and concealed states. Figure 1 and Figure 2The diagram shown illustrates the situation where the support leg 114 is in a hidden state. Figure 3 The diagram shows the support leg 114 in its extended state.

[0040] like Figure 3 As shown, in the supported state, each leg 114 extends beyond the outline of the body 113 to support the body 113, and each leg 114 supports the camera 2 connected to the body 113 by supporting the body 113; Figure 2 As shown, in the hidden state, each leg 114 is stored within the outline of the main body 113 to reduce the size of the shooting accessory 1 and make it easier for the user to carry. The movement of the legs 114 is independent of the movement of the camera 2. That is, regardless of whether the camera 2 is in a folded or unfolded state relative to the main body 113, the legs 114 can switch between a supported state and a hidden state relative to the main body 113. In other words, the legs 114 can support the camera 2 in the hidden state or the camera 2 in the unfolded state. In the supported state, the user can place the legs 114 on a surface such as the ground or a table to free the user's hands and improve the user experience.

[0041] Secondly, this embodiment of the invention also provides a shooting device, including a camera 2 and the shooting accessory 1 described in the first aspect. The camera 2 is mounted on a movable part 13, and at least the camera 2 moves relative to the support rod 11 to switch between a folded state and an unfolded state. Since the shooting device has the shooting accessory 1 described in the first aspect, it has the same technical effect as the shooting accessory 1 described in the first aspect, namely, the camera 2 in the shooting device can expand the shooting field of view in the unfolded state, and can be stored in the folded state. Furthermore, the controller 12 intelligently controls the camera 2 to take pictures, making its functions more diverse and able to more flexibly adapt to the user's shooting needs.

[0042] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A shooting accessory, characterized in that, include: Support rod; A controller, connected to the support rod, is used at least to control the camera to take pictures; Movable components are connected to the support rod and the camera respectively, so as to at least allow the camera to switch between a folded state and an unfolded state relative to the support rod; In the unfolded state, the camera is located above the support rod; in the folded state, the camera is located to one side of the support rod.

2. The shooting accessory according to claim 1, characterized in that, The movable component is rotatably connected to the support rod; In the unfolded state, at least a portion of the movable component and the camera extend beyond the height range of the support rod; in the folded state, at least the camera is located within the height range of the support rod.

3. The shooting accessory according to claim 2, characterized in that, The support rod has a first end and a second end at opposite ends in the height direction. The movable part is rotatably connected to the first end, and in the folded state, the camera is located below the movable part. In the folded state, the end of the movable member away from the camera is on the same plane as the first end; and / or, in the folded state, the end of the camera away from the movable member is on another plane as the second end.

4. The shooting accessory according to claim 1, characterized in that, The controller and the support rod are magnetically connected by magnetic components, or by a snap-fit ​​structure, or by adhesive components.

5. The shooting accessory according to claim 1, characterized in that, The camera accessories also include: A protective cover, which can be fitted onto the lens of the camera, is connected to the camera or the support rod; In the folded state, the protective cover is at least placed over the lens of the camera, and the protective cover is wrapped around the camera and / or the support rod.

6. The shooting accessory according to claim 5, characterized in that, In the unfolded state, the protective sleeve can be closed to form an annular cavity through which the user's arm can be inserted, and the camera is located outside the annular cavity.

7. The shooting accessory according to claim 5, characterized in that, The support rod has a first end and a second end at opposite ends in the height direction, and the movable part is movably connected to the first end; The controller is adjacent to the first end, and the protective sleeve is adjacent to the second end.

8. The shooting accessory according to claim 1 or 5, characterized in that, The support rod has a first end and a second end at opposite ends in the height direction, and the movable part is movably connected to the first end; The shooting accessory also includes a carrying rope connected to the support rod, the controller is adjacent to the first end, and the carrying rope is connected to the second end.

9. The shooting accessory according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support rod includes: The main body is connected to the movable component; Multiple legs, each of which is movably connected to the main body to switch between a supported state and a hidden state; In the supported state, each of the legs extends beyond the outline of the body to support the body; in the concealed state, each of the legs is retracted within the outline of the body.

10. A shooting device, characterized in that, Includes a camera and a shooting accessory as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the camera is mounted on the movable part; In this configuration, at least the camera moves relative to the support rod to switch between a folded state and an unfolded state.

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