A director's camera structure for broadcasting
By introducing a support mechanism consisting of a shoulder mount, shock absorbers, and guide rods into the broadcast directing camera, the stability and comfort issues of the camera when shoulder-mounted are resolved, and the service life of the shock absorbers and springs is extended.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHAANXI YUE HENGHUA ADVERTISING MEDIA CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-11
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-19
AI Technical Summary
Existing broadcast cameras lack a guiding structure when shoulder-mounted, making it difficult to accurately respond to undulations as the camera operator moves. This reduces the comfort and stability of the shoulder position and increases the risk of the camera slipping.
A support mechanism including a shoulder frame, shock absorber, spring, guide rod, and straps was designed. The elastic pad improves comfort, and the shock absorber and spring work together to reduce oscillation. The guide rod guides the extension and contraction of the spring to prevent slippage and excessive deformation of the shock absorber.
This design allows for stable mounting of the camera on the shoulder, improving comfort and stability, extending the lifespan of the shock absorbers and springs, and preventing excessive deformation or damage.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of broadcasting and television directing, and in particular to a structure for a broadcasting and television directing camera. Background Technology
[0002] A broadcast television production camera is a professional camera device used for producing broadcast television programs. The camera is a key device for capturing video footage, transforming real-world scenes, people, and events into video material suitable for post-production and playback, providing the most basic visual content for broadcast television programs.
[0003] Chinese Patent CN220254592U discloses a broadcast directing camera structure, including a camera body. A handle is fixedly installed on one side of the top of the camera body, and a threaded cylinder is fixedly installed on one side of the bottom of the camera body. The bottom of the threaded cylinder is connected to a connector via a threaded structure. A positioning component is snapped into the top of the connector and is fixedly installed on the bottom of the camera body. A connecting block is fixedly connected to the bottom of the connector and is fixedly fitted with the handle. One end of a shock absorber is fixedly connected to the other side of the bottom of the camera body. The other end of the shock absorber is fixedly connected to a connecting plate, and the bottom of the connecting plate is fixedly connected to a shoulder frame. A buffer spring is movably fitted around the shock absorber. Through the combination of the handle and the shoulder frame, the shoulder frame improves the user's comfort when the operator carries the camera body on their shoulder, while the handle provides support and ensures the stability of the camera body when carried on the shoulder.
[0004] However, the above technical solution has the following shortcomings: Although the springs and shock absorbers can play a buffering role when the camera structure is supported by the shoulder frame, the lack of a guiding structure makes it impossible to accurately respond to the undulations when the shooting personnel moves, reducing the comfort of the shoulder position. At the same time, the stability of the shoulder frame is poor when it is placed on the shoulder, increasing the risk of the camera slipping off the shooting personnel's shoulder. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to address the problems existing in the background technology by proposing a broadcast directing camera structure that not only improves the stability of the camera when it is draped over the shoulder, but also guides the springs and shock absorbers, extending the service life of the buffer structure.
[0006] The technical solution of this utility model is a broadcast directing camera structure, including a camera body and a support mechanism; the support mechanism includes a shoulder frame with an elastic pad, a shock absorber with both ends respectively set on the camera body and the shoulder frame, a spring sleeved on the outside of the shock absorber, a vertical rod set on the shoulder frame, a sliding cylinder set on the vertical rod, a guide rod set on the camera body, a first strap and a second strap respectively rotatably connected to the shoulder frame, a rotating frame rotatably connected to the second strap, and a buckle rotatably connected to the rotating frame; the two ends of the spring are respectively set on the camera body and the shoulder frame, the sliding cylinder is slidably set on the guide rod, and the first strap is provided with a plurality of limiting holes for the buckle to engage.
[0007] Preferably, the camera body is provided with an auxiliary stabilization mechanism, which includes a handrail, a fixed column on the camera body, a mounting plate on the fixed column, a connecting plate on the handrail, and three bolts that pass through the connecting plate; the mounting plate and the connecting plate fit together.
[0008] Preferably, the mounting plate is provided with multiple annularly distributed threaded grooves, and the connecting plate is provided with three annularly distributed arc-shaped elongated holes, with the bolts passing through the arc-shaped elongated holes and threaded into the inside of the threaded grooves.
[0009] Preferably, the connecting plate is provided with a pin on the same axis, and the mounting plate is provided with a positioning groove that matches the pin.
[0010] Preferably, the handrail has two handholds with anti-slip pads.
[0011] Preferably, the camera body is provided with a grip and a mounting base.
[0012] Preferably, a microphone is provided on the left side of the mounting base, and a light is provided on the right side of the mounting base.
[0013] Preferably, a camera body is provided on the camera body, and a lens cover is provided on the outside of the camera body.
[0014] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial technical effects:
[0015] This utility model uses a support mechanism to stably fix the camera body on the shoulder, preventing it from slipping off. The elastic pad improves comfort at the shoulder and shoulder area. Simultaneously, the shock absorber and spring reduce vibrations, preventing damage to the camera body. The spring's extension and retraction act as a guide, not only distributing the force on the shock absorber and spring, extending their service life, but also preventing excessive deformation or damage to the shock absorber and spring during use. It has excellent practicality. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the present utility model;
[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the disassembled auxiliary stabilizing mechanism of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the isometric structure of this utility model.
[0020] Reference numerals: 1. Camera body; 2. Shoulder bracket; 3. Shock absorber; 4. Spring; 5. Elastic pad; 6. Upright pole; 7. Sliding cylinder; 8. Guide rod; 9. First strap; 10. Limiting hole; 11. Second strap; 12. Rotating frame; 13. Buckle; 14. Fixing post; 15. Mounting plate; 16. Threaded groove; 17. Handrail; 18. Connecting plate; 19. Arc-shaped elongated hole; 20. Bolt; 21. Insert post; 22. Positioning groove; 23. Anti-slip pad; 24. Grip; 25. Fixing base; 26. Microphone; 27. Lighting light; 28. Camera lens; 29. Lens cover. Detailed Implementation
[0021] Example 1
[0022] like Figures 1-4 As shown in the figure, the broadcast directing camera structure proposed in this embodiment includes a camera body 1 and a support mechanism.
[0023] The support mechanism includes a shoulder frame 2 with an elastic pad 5, a shock absorber 3 with its two ends respectively set on the camera body 1 and the shoulder frame 2, a spring 4 sleeved on the outside of the shock absorber 3, a vertical rod 6 set on the shoulder frame 2, a sliding cylinder 7 set on the vertical rod 6, a guide rod 8 set on the camera body 1, a first strap 9 and a second strap 11 respectively rotatably connected to the shoulder frame 2, a rotating frame 12 rotatably connected to the second strap 11, and a buckle 13 rotatably connected to the rotating frame 12; the two ends of the spring 4 are respectively set on the camera body 1 and the shoulder frame 2, the sliding cylinder 7 is slidably set on the guide rod 8, and the first strap 9 is provided with a plurality of limiting holes 10 for the buckle 13 to engage.
[0024] In this embodiment, when shooting, the camera body 1 can be placed on the shoulder of the shooting personnel using the shoulder bracket 2. The elastic pad 5 can improve comfort. At the same time, the first strap 9 is wrapped around the armpit and passed through the rotating frame 12 on the second strap 11. Finally, according to the individual's situation, the buckle 13 is fastened to one of the limiting holes 10 of the first strap 9, thereby stably fixing the shoulder bracket 2 on the shoulder and preventing it from slipping off. When shooting, the undulation caused by the user's movement can be weakened by the shock absorber 3 and the spring 4, thereby preventing the camera body 1 from being damaged by the vibration. When the spring 4 extends or retracts, the slide cylinder 7 will slide along the axis of the guide rod 8 through the upright 6, thereby guiding the extension and retraction of the spring 4. This not only can it share the force borne by the shock absorber 3 and the spring 4, extending their service life, but it can also prevent the shock absorber 3 and the spring 4 from being excessively deformed or damaged during use, which has good practicality.
[0025] Example 2
[0026] like Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, this embodiment proposes a broadcast directing camera structure. Compared with Embodiment 1, in this embodiment, the camera body 1 is provided with an auxiliary stabilization mechanism, which includes a handrail 17, a fixing post 14 provided on the camera body 1, a mounting plate 15 provided on the fixing post 14, a connecting plate 18 provided on the handrail 17, and three bolts 20 that pass through the connecting plate 18. The mounting plate 15 and the connecting plate 18 fit together. The mounting plate 15 is provided with a plurality of threaded grooves 16 arranged in a ring array. The connecting plate 18 is provided with three arc-shaped elongated holes 19 arranged in a ring array. The bolts 20 pass through the arc-shaped elongated holes 19 and are threaded into the inside of the threaded grooves 16.
[0027] The handrail 17 has two handholds with anti-slip pads 23. The connecting plate 18 has a coaxial insertion post 21, and the mounting plate 15 has a positioning groove 22 that matches the insertion post 21.
[0028] In this embodiment, the handrail 17 allows the user to hold the camera body 1 with their hand while carrying it on their shoulder, providing auxiliary support and ensuring the stability of the camera body 1 when carried on the shoulder. The anti-slip pad 23 prevents slippage due to sweaty palms. The mounting plate 15, connecting plate 18, and bolt 20 allow the handrail 17 to be disassembled when needed, reducing the overall weight of the device. When adjusting the angle of the handrail 17, the insert 21 is first inserted into the positioning slot 22, then the handrail 17 is rotated to a comfortable angle for the user. Finally, the bolt 20 is passed through the arc-shaped elongated hole 19 and screwed into the threaded groove 16 until the mounting plate 15 and connecting plate 18 are secured. The operation is simple, convenient, and easy to use.
[0029] Example 3
[0030] like Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown in the figure, the broadcast directing camera structure proposed in this embodiment, compared with the first embodiment, has a handle 24 and a fixed base 25 on the camera body 1. A microphone 26 is provided on the left side of the fixed base 25, and a lighting lamp 27 is provided on the right side of the fixed base 25. A camera 28 is provided on the camera body 1, and a lens cover 29 is provided on the outside of the camera 28. The handle 24 is used for low-angle shooting and carrying. The microphone 26 and the lighting lamp 27 are used for on-site command and lighting adjustment, respectively. The lens cover 29 is used to protect the camera 28 and prevent light from directly entering the lens and causing glare and halo.
[0031] The embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present invention.
Claims
1. A broadcast director camera structure, characterized by, include: Camera body (1); The support mechanism includes a shoulder frame (2) with an elastic pad (5), a shock absorber (3) with its two ends respectively set on the camera body (1) and the shoulder frame (2), a spring (4) sleeved on the outside of the shock absorber (3), a pole (6) set on the shoulder frame (2), a slide cylinder (7) set on the pole (6), a guide rod (8) set on the camera body (1), a first strap (9) and a second strap (11) respectively rotatably connected to the shoulder frame (2), a rotating frame (12) rotatably connected to the second strap (11), and a buckle (13) rotatably connected to the rotating frame (12); the two ends of the spring (4) are respectively set on the camera body (1) and the shoulder frame (2), the slide cylinder (7) is slidably set on the guide rod (8), and the first strap (9) is provided with a plurality of limiting holes (10) for the buckle (13) to engage.
2. A broadcast studio camera arrangement according to claim 1, characterized in that The camera body (1) is provided with an auxiliary stabilization mechanism, which includes a handrail (17), a fixed column (14) on the camera body (1), a mounting plate (15) on the fixed column (14), a connecting plate (18) on the handrail (17), and three bolts (20) that pass through the connecting plate (18); the mounting plate (15) and the connecting plate (18) fit together.
3. A broadcast director's camera structure according to claim 2, wherein, The mounting plate (15) is provided with multiple annularly distributed threaded grooves (16), and the connecting plate (18) is provided with three annularly distributed arc-shaped elongated holes (19). The bolt (20) passes through the arc-shaped elongated holes (19) and is threaded into the inside of the threaded grooves (16).
4. A broadcast director's camera structure according to claim 3, characterised in that, The connecting plate (18) is coaxially provided with a plug (21), and the mounting plate (15) is provided with a positioning groove (22) that is compatible with the plug (21).
5. A broadcast director's camera structure according to claim 2, wherein, The handrail (17) has two handholds with anti-slip pads (23) on them.
6. A broadcast director's camera structure according to claim 1, wherein, The camera body (1) is equipped with a handle (24) and a mounting base (25).
7. A broadcast director's camera structure according to claim 6, characterised in that, A microphone (26) is provided on the left side of the mounting base (25), and a light (27) is provided on the right side of the mounting base (25).
8. A broadcast director's camera structure according to claim 6, wherein, A camera (28) is provided on the camera body (1), and a lens cover (29) is provided on the outside of the camera (28).