Two-in-one tripod with stabilizer function

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of camera accessories, in particular to a two-in-one tripod with a stabilizer function, which comprises a tripod body, a middle shaft, a holder clamping seat, a holding component and a rotating structure. According to the utility model, the multi-axis motion compensation holding assembly is integrated on the middle shaft of the tripod, and the function of the small Steadicam stabilizer can be realized through simple combination, so that the dual requirements of static shooting (fixed camera shooting) and dynamic shooting (walking following shooting) can be met under the condition that a user only carries one kind of equipment; and the multi-scene adaptability of the equipment is obviously improved. When the holding assembly is connected with the middle shaft for use, the tripod can be used as a small Steadicam stabilizer, when the holding assembly is disassembled, the tripod is a conventional tripod, and through the two-in-one design, the burden that a user needs to carry two sets of equipment at the same time is reduced, and the total weight and size of the equipment are reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of camera accessory technology, specifically to a two-in-one tripod with stabilizer function. Background Technology

[0002] In the traditional field of photography equipment, tripods and stabilizers (such as Steadicams) are two separate devices: tripods are mainly used for fixed shooting, providing stable support for the camera; while stabilizers are used for shooting in motion, reducing shake and improving the smoothness of the footage. However, with the growth of mobile shooting needs such as social media and travel photography, users have placed higher demands on the portability and versatility of their equipment.

[0003] In current technology, photography enthusiasts often have to make trade-offs between tripods and stabilizers when shooting outdoors: carrying a single device may not meet diverse shooting needs, while carrying two devices increases the burden of travel. Therefore, how to balance stability and flexibility while reducing equipment weight has become an important direction for the development of photographic equipment.

[0004] Based on this market demand, how to combine the fixed support function of the tripod with the dynamic balancing technology of the stabilizer to form a new type of composite shooting system is a problem that needs to be solved by those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of this, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a two-in-one tripod with stabilizer function. This tripod has all the functions of a stabilizer and a tripod without increasing the size or weight. Its integrated structure solves the technical problem of photographers having to carry multiple devices when they go out.

[0006] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0007] A 2-in-1 tripod with stabilizer function includes a tripod body and a gimbal clamp located at the top of its central axis, the gimbal clamp being used to mount shooting equipment;

[0008] A gripping component with a multi-axis motion compensation mechanism is installed on the outside of the central axis. When the gripping component is rotatably connected to the central axis through a rotating structure, the tripod can be used as a handheld stabilizer. When the tripod is unfolded for support, it can be used as a regular tripod.

[0009] Furthermore, a rotating shaft is fixedly connected to the top of the central axis, and the top of the rotating shaft is fixedly connected to the gimbal clamp.

[0010] The rotating structure includes a pivot block rotatably mounted outside the rotating shaft, and a bearing is installed between the pivot block and the gimbal clamp.

[0011] Furthermore, the gripping assembly includes a fixed clamping seat that is clamped and engaged with the pivot block, and a movable clamping arm is hinged to the fixed clamping seat, the movable clamping arm being able to pitch and rotate relative to the fixed clamping seat;

[0012] A horizontal roller is movably mounted on one end of the movable clamping arm away from the fixed clamping seat. A handle is clamped at the end of the horizontal roller, and the handle can roll relative to the movable clamping arm through the horizontal roller.

[0013] Furthermore, the fixed clamp includes a fixed clamp and a movable clamp that slides and is clamped on the pivot block, the movable clamp being equipped with a locking element for locking the movable clamp.

[0014] Furthermore, the cross-section of the pivot block is an isosceles triangle, wherein the two isosceles sides of the triangle form an interface structure adapted to the NATO specification.

[0015] Furthermore, the tripod body includes a base with a mounting cavity, the central shaft is inserted into the mounting cavity, a locking assembly for locking the central shaft is installed on the base, and multiple movable and telescopic legs are evenly arranged along the circumference of the base.

[0016] Furthermore, a sleeve is fixedly provided at the bottom of the base, and the central shaft is inserted into the sleeve and slidably engaged with the sleeve;

[0017] The bottom of the sleeve is fixedly connected to a limiting knob that cooperates with the sleeve to restrict the upward movement of the central shaft.

[0018] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0019] 1. The tripod of this utility model integrates a multi-axis motion compensation grip component on its central axis, achieving a two-in-one function of fixed support and dynamic stability. Users do not need to carry separate tripods and stabilizers to meet the dual needs of static shooting (such as time-lapse photography, fixed camera position) and dynamic shooting (such as walking tracking, moving shots), significantly improving the adaptability of the equipment to multiple scenarios.

[0020] 2. When the grip component is connected to the central axis, the tripod can be used as a handheld mini Steadicam stabilizer; when the grip component is detached, the tripod is a regular tripod. The two-in-one functional design of this utility model reduces the burden on users who need to carry two sets of equipment at the same time, reduces the total weight and volume of the equipment, and is especially suitable for lightweight travel scenarios such as travel and social media, while saving users purchase costs. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1This is a structural diagram of the two-in-one tripod with stabilizer function of this utility model.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the assembled structure of the two-in-one tripod shooting device with stabilizer function according to this utility model.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the sleeve and the central axis of the two-in-one tripod with stabilizer function according to this utility model.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the grip component and the pivot block of the two-in-one tripod with stabilizer function according to this utility model.

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the pivot block and the central axis of the two-in-one tripod with stabilizer function according to this utility model.

[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the pivot and the center axis of the two-in-one tripod with stabilizer function according to this utility model.

[0027] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the pivot block of the two-in-one tripod with stabilizer function according to this utility model.

[0028] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the gripping component of the two-in-one tripod with stabilizer function according to this utility model.

[0029] Figure 9 This is an exploded view of the clamping base and clamping block of the two-in-one tripod with stabilizer function according to this utility model.

[0030] Figure 10 This diagram shows the state of the 2-in-1 tripod with stabilizer function of this utility model when used as a conventional tripod.

[0031] In the diagram: 1-Tripod body, 11-Base, 12-Mounting cavity, 13-Locking assembly, 14-Outrigger, 2-Central axis, 3-Gimbal clamp, 4-Holding assembly, 41-Fixed clamp, 411-Fixed chuck, 412-Moving chuck, 413-Locking component, 43-Moving clamp arm, 44-Roll axis, 45-Handle, 46-Clamping block, 47-Clamping seat, 5-Rotating structure, 51-Pivot block, 52-Bearing, 6-Rotating shaft, 7-Sleeve, 8-Limit knob. Detailed Implementation

[0032] Typical embodiments embodying the features and advantages of this utility model will be specifically described in the following description. It should be understood that this utility model can have various variations in different embodiments, all of which do not depart from the scope of this utility model, and the descriptions and illustrations therein are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to limit this utility model.

[0033] In the description of this application, the terms "upper" and "lower" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the structure referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0034] Please see Figures 1 to 3 This utility model provides a technical solution: a two-in-one tripod with a stabilizer function, including a tripod body 1, the tripod body 1 including a base 11 with a mounting cavity 12, a central shaft 2 vertically inserted in the mounting cavity 12, a sleeve 7 fixedly provided at the bottom of the base 11, the lower end of the central shaft 2 inserted in the sleeve 7 and slidingly engaged with the sleeve 7, the shape of the inner hole of the sleeve 7 matches the shape of the cross section of the central shaft 2, so that the sleeve 7 can play a supporting role and ensure the stability of the central shaft 2 during lifting and lowering.

[0035] Please see Figure 3 The bottom of the sleeve 7 is threaded with a limit knob 8. The outer edge of the limit knob 8 extends beyond the outer edge of the central shaft 2. When the central shaft 2 rises to the set maximum travel, the limit knob 8 abuts against the sleeve 7, thereby limiting the lifting and adjusting of the central shaft 2 and preventing the central shaft 2 from detaching from the base 11 during the lifting and adjusting process.

[0036] Please see Figure 1 The base 11 is equipped with a locking assembly 13 for locking the central shaft 2. The locking assembly 13 adopts a screw-type locking structure in the prior art, that is, by turning the knob, a bolt-like locking part is driven to abut against the central shaft 2 to achieve locking. Its specific structure and application are relatively mature in the prior art, and will not be described in detail here.

[0037] Please see Figure 1The base 11 has multiple retractable hollow legs 14 evenly distributed around its circumference. Each leg 14 is composed of multiple sections of tubing with different diameters, and the joints of the tubing sections are fixed using a screw-locking structure common in existing technology to adjust and lock the length of the leg 14. The legs 14 are used to support and assist in shooting, and adjusting the length of the legs 14 can adjust the center of gravity of the tripod. In addition, the legs 14 can use a self-locking component commonly used in tripods (such as a ratchet structure) to automatically lock after being extended to a set angle.

[0038] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 4 , Figure 6 , Figure 8 and Figure 9 The top center of the central axis 2 is threadedly connected to a rotating shaft 6, and the top of the rotating shaft 6 is threadedly connected to a gimbal clamp 3, which is used to mount shooting equipment. A grip assembly 4 with a multi-axis motion compensation mechanism is mounted externally on the central axis 2. The grip assembly 4 includes a fixed clamp 41, on which a movable clamp arm 43 is hinged, allowing the movable clamp arm 43 to tilt and rotate relative to the fixed clamp 41.

[0039] A roll shaft 44 is movably mounted on the end of the movable clamping arm 43 away from the fixed clamping seat 41. The outward end of the roll shaft 44 is a clamping block 46 with a NATO groove. A handle 45 is clamped on the clamping block 46. The clamping seat 47 of the handle 45 is a NATO-sized clamping seat, which cooperates with the clamping block 46 with the NATO groove. The clamping seat 47 and the clamping block 46 are fixed by a bolt-like locking device to achieve the fixed clamping of the handle 45 and the roll shaft 44. The handle 45 can roll relative to the movable clamping arm 43 through the roll shaft 44, thereby giving the holding assembly 4 multiple degrees of freedom to meet the daily needs of lens movement.

[0040] Please see Figures 4 to 7 The gripping component 4 is rotatably connected to the central axis 2 via the rotating structure 5 (it can rotate horizontally around the central axis 2). When the tripod is held and picked up by the gripping component 4, the tripod can be used as a handheld stabilizer. When the tripod is unfolded for support, it can be used as a regular tripod.

[0041] The rotating structure 5 includes a pivot block 51 rotatably mounted on the rotating shaft 6. A fixed clamping seat 41 is clamped and fixed to the pivot block 51. The fixed clamping seat 41 includes a fixed clamp 411 and a movable clamp 412 that slides and clamps onto the pivot block 51. A locking member 413 is installed on the movable clamp 412 to lock it in place. The locking member 413 engages with the fixed clamp 411 by thread, causing the movable clamp 412 to slide closer to the fixed clamp 411 and clamp onto the pivot block 51. A bearing 52 is installed between the pivot block 51 and the gimbal clamping seat 3 to assist the rotation of the pivot block 51, making its rotation smoother.

[0042] Please see Figure 10 When the gripping component 4 is removed individually, this invention can be used as a conventional tripod. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1 and Figure 2 When the grip component 4 is clamped onto the pivot block 51, the grip component 4 serves as the fulcrum of the stabilizer. After adjusting the balance of the tripod, the tripod can be used as a small Steadicam handheld stabilizer (tripod balance adjustment: as follows). Figure 2 By moving the camera cage on the gimbal left and right and the quick-release plate forward and backward, the center of gravity of the camera end, the center of gravity of the tripod legs, and the grip component 4 (fulcrum) are aligned on the same straight line. Loosening the locking component 13 and adjusting the extension length of the central axis 2 adjusts the lever arm length of the tripod legs, thereby adjusting the torque at the tripod legs. When the torque at the tripod legs and the torque at the camera end are the same, the center of gravity of the entire stabilizer falls on the grip component 4 (fulcrum), thus enabling the stabilizer shooting function. This invention, based on a tripod, combines all the functions of a tripod and a mini Steadicam stabilizer without increasing size or weight. Its integrated structure solves the pain point of photographers carrying multiple devices when traveling, greatly reducing the burden on photographers and making outdoor work easier.

[0043] Please see Figure 7 The pivot block 51 has an isosceles triangular cross-section, with the two isosceles sides of the triangle forming an interface structure compatible with NATO specifications. It is compatible with NATO claw clips commonly used in the market. Camera accessories can be clamped and assembled with the central axis 2 through the NATO interface structure. (The central axis as a whole can adopt the same shape and structure as the pivot block 51, so that the entire central axis is a NATO interface structure. When the central axis is raised for use, other devices such as camera microphones, fill lights, or displays can also be externally installed on the central axis for use, providing mounting positions.)

[0044] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only preferred embodiments of this utility model and should not be used to limit the scope of protection of this utility model. Any non-substantial changes and substitutions made by those skilled in the art based on this utility model shall fall within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

Claims

1. A two-in-one tripod with stabilizer function, comprising a tripod body (1) and a gimbal clamp (3) disposed on the top of its central axis (2), the gimbal clamp (3) being used to mount shooting equipment, characterized in that: The central axis (2) is externally equipped with a gripping component (4) with a multi-axis motion compensation mechanism. When the gripping component (4) is rotatably connected to the central axis (2) through a rotating structure (5), the tripod can be used as a handheld stabilizer. When the tripod is unfolded for support, it can be used as a regular tripod.

2. The 2-in-1 tripod with stabilizer function according to claim 1, characterized in that: A rotating shaft (6) is fixedly connected to the top of the central shaft (2), and the top of the rotating shaft (6) is fixedly connected to the gimbal clamp (3). The rotating structure (5) includes a pivot block (51) rotatably mounted outside the rotating shaft (6), and a bearing (52) is installed between the pivot block (51) and the gimbal clamp (3).

3. The 2-in-1 tripod with stabilizer function according to claim 2, characterized in that: The gripping assembly (4) includes a fixed clamp (41) that is clamped and engaged with the pivot block (51), and a movable clamp (43) is hinged on the fixed clamp (41). The movable clamp (43) is capable of pitching and rotating relative to the fixed clamp (41). A roll shaft (44) is movably mounted on one end of the movable clamping arm (43) away from the fixed clamping seat (41). A handle (45) is clamped at the end of the roll shaft (44). The handle (45) can roll relative to the movable clamping arm (43) through the roll shaft (44).

4. The 2-in-1 tripod with stabilizer function according to claim 3, characterized in that: The fixed clamp (41) includes a fixed clamp (411) and a movable clamp (412) that is slidably fitted with the fixed clamp (411) and clamped on the pivot block (51). A locking member (413) for locking the movable clamp (412) is installed on the movable clamp (412).

5. The two-in-one tripod with stabilizer function according to claim 2, characterized in that: The cross-section of the pivot block (51) is an isosceles triangle, wherein the two isosceles sides of the triangle form an interface structure adapted to the NATO specification.

6. The two-in-one tripod with stabilizer function according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The tripod body (1) includes a base (11) having a mounting cavity (12), and the central shaft (2) is inserted into the mounting cavity (12); The base (11) is equipped with a locking assembly (13) for locking the central shaft (2), and the base (11) has a plurality of movable and telescopic support legs (14) evenly arranged along its circumference.

7. The 2-in-1 tripod with stabilizer function according to claim 6, characterized in that: A sleeve (7) is fixedly provided at the bottom of the base (11), and the central shaft (2) is inserted into the sleeve (7) and slides in cooperation with the sleeve (7); The bottom of the sleeve (7) is fixedly connected to a limiting knob (8) that cooperates with the sleeve (7) to limit the upward movement of the central shaft (2).

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