Camera module and electronic device comprising same

Abstract

This camera module may comprise: a first lens; a second lens; a lens holder configured to support the first lens; a reflector disposed between the first lens and the second lens and configured to reflect, to the second lens, light passing through the first lens; and a blocking wall configured to block an optical path between the reflector and the lens holder.

Description

Camera module and electronic device including same

[0001] The disclosure generally relates to a camera module and an electronic device including the same.

[0002] Camera modules, also referred to as "folded modules," can provide high-definition and high-magnification optical zoom capabilities (e.g., tele-zoom). Folded camera modules can generate images by changing the optical path.

[0003] The background technology described above is possessed or acquired during the process of deriving the present disclosure, and cannot necessarily be said to be a publicly known technology disclosed to the general public prior to the filing of the present disclosure.

[0004] A camera module may include a first lens and a second lens. The camera module may include a lens holder configured to support the first lens. The camera module may include a reflector disposed between the first lens and the second lens and configured to reflect light passing through the first lens to the second lens. The camera module may include a blocking wall configured to block an optical path between the reflector and the lens holder. The camera module may suppress flare.

[0005] The camera module may include a first lens and a second lens. The camera module may include a lens holder configured to support the first lens. The camera module may include a reflector disposed between the first lens and the second lens and configured to reflect light passing through the first lens to the second lens. The camera module may include a concealment configured to conceal components other than the reflector. The camera module may conceal internal components.

[0006] A camera module may include a first lens and a second lens. The camera module may include a lens holder configured to support the first lens. The camera module may include a reflector disposed between the first lens and the second lens and configured to reflect light passing through the first lens to the second lens. The camera module may include an actuator. The actuator may include a carrier configured to carry the reflector, a first electromagnetic element disposed on the carrier, and a second electromagnetic element configured to couple with the first electromagnetic element. The camera module may include a housing including a mounting portion on which the second electromagnetic element is disposed and a peripheral portion positioned around the mounting portion. The lens holder may overlap at least a portion of the peripheral portion in a plane substantially perpendicular to an optical axis of the first lens. At least a portion of the peripheral portion overlapping the lens holder may extend in a direction substantially parallel to the direction along the optical axis. A thickness of the camera module may be maintained or reduced.

[0007] The above and other aspects, features and advantages of specific embodiments of the present disclosure will become apparent from the following detailed description with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0008] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to one embodiment.

[0009] FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0010] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a one-way electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0011] FIG. 4 is a perspective view of an electronic device in another direction according to one embodiment.

[0012] Figure 5 is a perspective view of a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0013] Figure 6 is a plan view of a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0014] FIG. 7 is a perspective view of a camera module with the camera cover removed according to one embodiment.

[0015] FIG. 8 is a plan view of a camera module with the camera cover removed according to one embodiment.

[0016] Figure 9 is an exploded perspective view of a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0017] FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view taken along line 10-10 of the camera module of FIG. 6.

[0018] Fig. 11 is a perspective view showing part A of the camera module of Fig. 10.

[0019] Fig. 12 is an enlarged view of part A of the camera module of Fig. 10.

[0020] Fig. 13 is an enlarged view of part B of the camera module of Fig. 12.

[0021] FIG. 14 is a perspective view showing a reflector and a blocking wall in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0022] Fig. 15 is a perspective view showing a concealed portion in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0023] Fig. 16 is a cross-sectional perspective view taken along line 16-16 of the camera module of Fig. 15.

[0024] Figure 17 is a perspective view of a concealment section according to one embodiment.

[0025] Fig. 18 is a plan view of a concealment section according to one embodiment.

[0026] Figure 19 is a bottom view of a concealment section according to one embodiment.

[0027] FIG. 20 is a drawing showing the relationship of a concealment to an effective optical path between a first lens and a reflector in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0028] FIG. 21 is a drawing showing the arrangement relationship of a first lens, a reflector, and a concealment part in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0029] FIG. 22 is a perspective view of an overlap structure between a lens holder and a housing in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0030] FIG. 23 is a plan view of an overlap structure between a lens holder and a housing in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0031] FIG. 24 is a side view of an overlap structure between a lens holder and a housing in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0032] FIG. 25 is a drawing showing an overlap structure between a lens holder and a camera cover in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0033] Figure 26 is an enlarged view of part C of Figure 25.

[0034] FIG. 27 is a drawing showing the arrangement relationship of a first lens, a reflector, and a concealment part in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0035] FIG. 28 is a drawing showing an integrated structure of a lens holder and a camera cover in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0036] FIG. 29 is a drawing showing the structure of a lens holder assembled to a camera cover in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0037] FIG. 30 is a drawing showing the structure of a lens holder assembled to a camera cover in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0038] FIG. 31 is a drawing showing a blocking wall in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0039] Figure 32 is an enlarged view of part D of Figure 31.

[0040] FIG. 33 is a drawing showing a blocking wall in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0041] Figure 34 is an enlarged view of part E of Figure 33.

[0042] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to one embodiment.

[0043] Referring to FIG. 1, in a network environment (100), an electronic device (101) may communicate with an electronic device (102) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or may communicate with at least one of an electronic device (104) or a server (108) via a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (104) via the server (108). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a processor (120), a memory (130), an input module (150), an audio output module (155), a display module (160), an audio module (170), a sensor module (176), an interface (177), a connection terminal (178), a haptic module (179), a camera module (180), a power management module (188), a battery (189), a communication module (190), a subscriber identification module (196), or an antenna module (197). In some embodiments, the electronic device (101) may omit at least one of these components (e.g., the connection terminal (178)), or may have one or more other components added. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., the sensor module (176), the camera module (180), or the antenna module (197)) may be integrated into one component (e.g., the display module (160)).

[0044] The processor (120) may control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device (101) connected to the processor (120) by executing, for example, software (e.g., a program (140)), and may perform various data processing or calculations. According to one embodiment, as at least a part of the data processing or calculation, the processor (120) may store a command or data received from another component (e.g., a sensor module (176) or a communication module (190)) in a volatile memory (132), process the command or data stored in the volatile memory (132), and store the resulting data in a non-volatile memory (134). According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or a secondary processor (123) (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor) that can operate independently or together therewith. For example, if the electronic device (101) includes a main processor (121) and a secondary processor (123), the secondary processor (123) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a specified function. The secondary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as a part thereof.

[0045] The auxiliary processor (123) may control at least a part of functions or states associated with at least one component (e.g., a display module (160), a sensor module (176), or a communication module (190)) of the electronic device (101), for example, on behalf of the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or together with the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., an image signal processor or a communication processor) may be implemented as a part of another functionally related component (e.g., a camera module (180) or a communication module (190)). In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a neural network processing unit) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing artificial intelligence models. The artificial intelligence models may be generated through machine learning. This learning can be performed, for example, on the electronic device (101) itself where the artificial intelligence model is executed, or can be performed through a separate server (e.g., server (108)). The learning algorithm can include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning, but is not limited to the examples described above. The artificial intelligence model can include multiple artificial neural network layers.The artificial neural network may be one of a deep neural network (DNN), a convolutional neural network (CNN), a recurrent neural network (RNN), a restricted Boltzmann machine (RBM), a deep belief network (DBN), a bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), a deep Q-network, or a combination of two or more of the above, but is not limited to the examples described above. In addition to, or alternatively to, a hardware structure, an artificial intelligence model may include a software structure.

[0046] The memory (130) can store various data used by at least one component (e.g., a processor (120) or a sensor module (176)) of the electronic device (101). The data can include, for example, software (e.g., a program (140)) and input data or output data for commands related thereto. The memory (130) can include a volatile memory (132) or a non-volatile memory (134).

[0047] The program (140) may be stored as software in the memory (130) and may include, for example, an operating system (142), middleware (144), or an application (146).

[0048] The input module (150) can receive commands or data to be used in a component of the electronic device (101) (e.g., a processor (120)) from an external source (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The input module (150) can include, for example, a microphone, a mouse, a keyboard, a key (e.g., a button), or a digital pen (e.g., a stylus pen).

[0049] The audio output module (155) can output audio signals to the outside of the electronic device (101). The audio output module (155) can include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker can be used for general purposes, such as multimedia playback or recording playback. The receiver can be used to receive incoming calls. According to one embodiment, the receiver can be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of the speaker.

[0050] The display module (160) can visually provide information to an external party (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The display module (160) may include, for example, a display, a holographic device, or a projector and a control circuit for controlling the device. According to one embodiment, the display module (160) may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch, or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of a force generated by the touch.

[0051] The audio module (170) can convert sound into an electrical signal, or vice versa, convert an electrical signal into sound. According to one embodiment, the audio module (170) can acquire sound through the input module (150), output sound through the sound output module (155), or an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102)) (e.g., speaker or headphone) directly or wirelessly connected to the electronic device (101).

[0052] The sensor module (176) can detect the operating status (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device (101) or the external environmental status (e.g., user status) and generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected status. According to one embodiment, the sensor module (176) can include, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

[0053] The interface (177) may support one or more designated protocols that may be used to directly or wirelessly connect the electronic device (101) with an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (102)). In one embodiment, the interface (177) may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

[0054] The connection terminal (178) may include a connector through which the electronic device (101) may be physically connected to an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (102)). According to one embodiment, the connection terminal (178) may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (e.g., a headphone connector).

[0055] A haptic module (179) can convert electrical signals into mechanical stimuli (e.g., vibration or movement) or electrical stimuli that a user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic sensations. According to one embodiment, the haptic module (179) can include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

[0056] The camera module (180) can capture still images and videos. According to one embodiment, the camera module (180) may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

[0057] The power management module (188) can manage power supplied to the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, the power management module (188) can be implemented as, for example, at least a part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0058] A battery (189) may power at least one component of the electronic device (101). In one embodiment, the battery (189) may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

[0059] The communication module (190) may support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102), electronic device (104), or server (108)), and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication module (190) may operate independently from the processor (120) (e.g., application processor) and may include one or more communication processors that support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. According to one embodiment, the communication module (190) may include a wireless communication module (192) (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module (194) (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module, or a power line communication module). Among these communication modules, the corresponding communication module can communicate with an external electronic device (104) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, wireless fidelity (WiFi) direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range communication network such as a legacy cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or WAN)). These various types of communication modules can be integrated into a single component (e.g., a single chip) or implemented as multiple separate components (e.g., multiple chips). The wireless communication module (192) can verify or authenticate the electronic device (101) within a communication network such as the first network (198) or the second network (199) by using subscriber information (e.g., an international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module (196).

[0060] The wireless communication module (192) can support 5G networks and next-generation communication technologies following the 4G network, such as NR access technology (new radio access technology). The NR access technology can support high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (eMBB (enhanced mobile broadband)), minimization of terminal power and connection of multiple terminals (mMTC (massive machine type communications)), or high reliability and low latency (URLLC (ultra-reliable and low-latency communications)). The wireless communication module (192) can support, for example, a high-frequency band (e.g., mmWave band) to achieve a high data transmission rate. The wireless communication module (192) can support various technologies for securing performance in a high-frequency band, such as beamforming, massive multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO), full dimensional MIMO (FD-MIMO), array antenna, analog beam-forming, or large scale antenna. The wireless communication module (192) can support various requirements specified in the electronic device (101), an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (104)), or a network system (e.g., the second network (199)). According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module (192) may support a peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for eMBB realization, a loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for mMTC realization, or a U-plane latency (e.g., 0.5 ms or less for downlink (DL) and uplink (UL), or 1 ms or less for round trip) for URLLC realization.

[0061] The antenna module (197) can transmit or receive signals or power to or from an external device (e.g., an external electronic device). According to one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include an antenna including a radiator formed of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). According to one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network, such as the first network (198) or the second network (199), may be selected from the plurality of antennas, for example, by the communication module (190). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (190) and an external electronic device via the selected at least one antenna. According to some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, another component (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module (197).

[0062] In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. In one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent a first side (e.g., a bottom side) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high-frequency band (e.g., a mmWave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna) disposed on or adjacent a second side (e.g., a top side or a side side) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals in the designated high-frequency band.

[0063] At least some of the above components can be interconnected and exchange signals (e.g., commands or data) with each other via a communication method between peripheral devices (e.g., a bus, GPIO (general purpose input and output), SPI (serial peripheral interface), or MIPI (mobile industry processor interface)).

[0064] According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (104) via a server (108) connected to a second network (199). Each of the external electronic devices (102 or 104) may be the same or a different type of device as the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations executed in the electronic device (101) may be executed in one or more of the external electronic devices (102, 104, or 108). For example, when the electronic device (101) is to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device (101) may, instead of or in addition to executing the function or service itself, request one or more external electronic devices to perform the function or at least a part of the service. One or more external electronic devices that receive the request may execute at least a portion of the requested function or service, or an additional function or service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device (101). The electronic device (101) may process the result as is or additionally and provide it as at least a portion of a response to the request. For this purpose, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology may be used, for example. The electronic device (101) may provide an ultra-low latency service by using distributed computing or mobile edge computing, for example. In one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server (108) may be an intelligent server utilizing machine learning and / or a neural network. According to one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) or the server (108) may be included in the second network (199).The electronic device (101) can be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

[0065] Electronic devices according to the embodiments disclosed in this document may take various forms. Electronic devices may include, for example, portable communication devices (e.g., smartphones), computer devices, portable multimedia devices, portable medical devices, cameras, wearable devices, or home appliances. Electronic devices according to the embodiments disclosed in this document are not limited to the aforementioned devices.

[0066] The embodiments of this document and the terminology used herein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, but should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutes of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of the items, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In this document, each of the phrases "A or B", "at least one of A and B", "at least one of A or B", "A, B, or C", "at least one of A, B, and C", and "at least one of A, B, or C" can include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase among those phrases, or all possible combinations thereof. Terms such as "first," "second," or "first" or "second" may be used merely to distinguish one component from another, and do not limit the components in any other respect (e.g., importance or order). When a component (e.g., a first component) is referred to as "coupled" or "connected" to another (e.g., a second component), with or without the terms "functionally" or "communicatively," it means that the component can be connected to the other component directly (e.g., wired), wirelessly, or through a third component.

[0067] The term "module" used in the embodiments of this document may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit. A module may be an integral component, or a minimum unit or part of such a component that performs one or more functions. For example, according to one embodiment, a module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0068] Embodiments of the present document may be implemented as software (e.g., a program (140)) including one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., an internal memory (136) or an external memory (138)) readable by a machine (e.g., an electronic device (101)). For example, a processor (e.g., a processor (120)) of the machine (e.g., an electronic device (101)) may call at least one instruction among the one or more instructions stored from the storage medium and execute it. This enables the machine to operate to perform at least one function according to the at least one called instruction. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code executable by an interpreter. The machine-readable storage medium may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-transitory' simply means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain signals (e.g., electromagnetic waves), and the term does not distinguish between cases where data is stored semi-permanently or temporarily on the storage medium.

[0069] According to one embodiment, the method according to the embodiments disclosed in the present document may be provided as included in a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded as a product between a seller and a buyer. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM)), or may be distributed online (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) via an application store (e.g., Play Store™) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smart phones). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be temporarily stored or temporarily generated in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or an intermediary server.

[0070] According to embodiments, each component (e.g., a module or a program) of the above-described components may include one or more entities, and some of the entities may be separated and placed in other components. According to embodiments, one or more components or operations of the aforementioned components may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Alternatively or additionally, a plurality of components (e.g., a module or a program) may be integrated into a single component. In such a case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each of the plurality of components identically or similarly to those performed by the corresponding component among the plurality of components prior to the integration. According to embodiments, operations performed by a module, program, or other component may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order, omitted, or one or more other operations may be added.

[0071] FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0072] Referring to FIG. 2, the camera module (180) may include a lens assembly (210), a flash (220), an image sensor (230), an image stabilizer (240), a memory (250) (e.g., a buffer memory), or an image signal processor (260). The lens assembly (210) may collect light emitted from a subject that is a target of image capturing. The lens assembly (210) may include one or more lenses. According to one embodiment, the camera module (180) may include a plurality of lens assemblies (210). In this case, the camera module (180) may form, for example, a dual camera, a 360-degree camera, or a spherical camera. Some of the plurality of lens assemblies (210) may have the same lens properties (e.g., angle of view, focal length, autofocus, f-number, or optical zoom), or at least one lens assembly may have one or more lens properties that are different from the lens properties of the other lens assemblies. A lens assembly (210) may include, for example, a wide-angle lens or a telephoto lens.

[0073] The flash (220) can emit light used to enhance light emitted or reflected from a subject. According to one embodiment, the flash (220) can include one or more light-emitting diodes (e.g., red-green-blue (RGB) LED, white LED, infrared LED, or ultraviolet LED), or a xenon lamp. The image sensor (230) can acquire an image corresponding to the subject by converting light emitted or reflected from the subject and transmitted through the lens assembly (210) into an electrical signal. According to one embodiment, the image sensor (230) can include one image sensor selected from among image sensors having different properties, such as an RGB sensor, a black and white (BW) sensor, an IR sensor, or a UV sensor, a plurality of image sensors having the same property, or a plurality of image sensors having different properties. Each image sensor included in the image sensor (230) can be implemented using, for example, a CCD (charged coupled device) sensor or a CMOS (complementary metal oxide semiconductor) sensor.

[0074] The image stabilizer (240) can move at least one lens or image sensor (230) included in the lens assembly (210) in a specific direction or control the operating characteristics of the image sensor (230) (e.g., adjusting the read-out timing, etc.) in response to the movement of the camera module (180) or the electronic device (101) including the same. This allows compensating for at least some of the negative effects of the movement on the captured image. In one embodiment, the image stabilizer (240) can detect such movement of the camera module (180) or the electronic device (101) by using a gyro sensor (not shown) or an acceleration sensor (not shown) disposed inside or outside the camera module (180). In one embodiment, the image stabilizer (240) can be implemented as, for example, an optical image stabilizer. The memory (250) can temporarily store at least a portion of the image acquired through the image sensor (230) for the next image processing task. For example, when image acquisition is delayed due to the shutter, or when multiple images are acquired at high speed, the acquired original image (e.g., a Bayer-patterned image or a high-resolution image) is stored in the memory (250), and a corresponding copy image (e.g., a low-resolution image) can be previewed through the display module (160). Thereafter, when a specified condition is satisfied (e.g., a user input or a system command), at least a portion of the original image stored in the memory (250) can be acquired and processed, for example, by the image signal processor (260). According to one embodiment, the memory (250) can be configured as at least a portion of the memory (130) or as a separate memory that operates independently therefrom.

[0075] The image signal processor (260) can perform one or more image processing operations on an image acquired through an image sensor (230) or an image stored in a memory (250). The one or more image processing operations may include, for example, depth map generation, 3D modeling, panorama generation, feature point extraction, image synthesis, or image compensation (e.g., noise reduction, resolution adjustment, brightness adjustment, blurring, sharpening, or softening). Additionally or alternatively, the image signal processor (260) may perform control (e.g., exposure time control, read-out timing control, etc.) on at least one of the components included in the camera module (180) (e.g., image sensor (230)). An image processed by the image signal processor (260) may be stored back in the memory (250) for further processing or provided to an external component of the camera module (180) (e.g., memory (130), display module (160), electronic device (102), electronic device (104), or server (108)). According to one embodiment, the image signal processor (260) may include at least one of the processors (120). It may be configured as a separate processor that is configured as a part of the processor (120) or operates independently of the processor (120). If the image signal processor (260) is configured as a separate processor from the processor (120), at least one image processed by the image signal processor (260) may be displayed through the display module (160) as is or after undergoing additional image processing by the processor (120).

[0076] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a plurality of camera modules (180), each having different properties or functions. In this case, for example, at least one of the plurality of camera modules (180) may be a wide-angle camera, and at least another may be a telephoto camera. Similarly, at least one of the plurality of camera modules (180) may be a front camera, and at least another may be a rear camera.

[0077] Figure 3 is a perspective view of an electronic device in one direction according to one embodiment. Figure 4 is a perspective view of an electronic device in another direction according to one embodiment.

[0078] Referring to FIGS. 3 and 4, an electronic device (301) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIG. 1) may include a housing (310) having a first side (310A) (e.g., a front side), a second side (310B) (e.g., a back side), and a third side (310C) (e.g., a side side) surrounding a space between the first side (310A) and the second side (310B). The first side (310A) may be formed by a first plate (311A) that is at least partially transparent. For example, the first plate (311A) may include a glass plate or a polymer plate that includes at least one coating layer. The second side (310B) may be formed by a second plate (311B) that is substantially opaque. For example, the second plate (311B) may be formed of coated or colored glass, ceramic, polymer, metal (e.g., aluminum, stainless steel (STS), or magnesium), or a combination thereof. The third surface (310C) may be formed by a frame (311C) that is joined to the first plate (311A) and the second plate (311B) and includes a metal and / or polymer. The second plate (311B) and the frame (311C) may be formed monolithically. The second plate (311B) and the frame (311C) may be formed of substantially the same material (e.g., aluminum).

[0079] The electronic device (301) may include an input module (350) (e.g., the input module (150) of FIG. 1). The input module (350) may be disposed on the third surface (310C). The input module (350) may include at least one key input device. For example, the key input device may include one or more mechanical actuators (e.g., buttons), one or more capacitors, and / or one or more inductors.

[0080] The electronic device (301) may include an audio output module (355) (e.g., the audio output module (155) of FIG. 1). The audio output module (355) may be disposed on the third surface (310C). The audio output module (355) may include one or more holes.

[0081] The electronic device (301) may include a display module (361) (e.g., the display module (160) of FIG. 1). The display module (361) may be disposed on the first surface (310A). The display module (361) may be visible through at least a portion of the first plate (311A). The display module (361) may have a shape substantially the same as the shape of the outer edge of the first plate (311A). The edge of the display module (361) may substantially coincide with the outer edge of the first plate (311A). The display module (361) may include a touch detection circuit, a pressure sensor capable of measuring the intensity (pressure) of a touch, and / or a digitizer capable of detecting a magnetic stylus pen. The display module (361) may include a screen display area (361A) that is visually exposed and displays content through pixels. The display area (361A) may include a sensing area (361A-1). The sensing area (361A-1) may overlap with at least a portion of the display area (361A). The sensing area (361A-1) may allow transmission of an input signal related to the sensor module (376) (e.g., the sensor module (176) of FIG. 1 ). The sensing area (361A-1) may display content similarly to the display area (361A) that does not overlap with the sensing area (361A-1). For example, the sensing area (361A-1) may display content while the sensor module (376) is not operating. At least a portion of the camera area (361A-2) may overlap with the display area (361A). The display area (361A) may include the camera area (361A-2). The camera area (361A-2) may allow transmission of an optical signal associated with a first camera module (380A) (e.g., camera module (180) of FIG. 1 and / or camera module (180) of FIG. 2).At least a portion of the camera area (361A-2) overlapping the screen display area (361A) may display content similarly to the screen display area (361A) that does not overlap the camera area (361A-2). For example, the camera area (361A-2) may display content while the first camera module (380A) is not operating.

[0082] The electronic device (301) may include an audio module (370) (e.g., the audio module (170) of FIG. 1). The audio module (370) may be positioned on the third surface (310C). The audio module (370) may obtain sound through at least one hole.

[0083] The electronic device (301) may include a sensor module (376). The sensor module (376) may be disposed on the first surface (310A). The sensor module (376) may form a sensing area (361A-1) in at least a portion of the screen display area (361A). The sensor module (376) may receive an input signal passing through the sensing area (361A-1) and generate an electrical signal based on the received input signal. For example, the input signal may have a specified physical quantity (e.g., heat, light, temperature, sound, pressure, ultrasound). The input signal may include a signal related to a user's biometric information (e.g., a fingerprint).

[0084] The electronic device (301) may include a connection terminal (378) (e.g., the connection terminal (178) of FIG. 1). The connection terminal (378) may be positioned on the third surface (310C). For example, when the electronic device (301) is viewed in one direction (e.g., the +Y direction), the connection terminal (378) may be positioned substantially in the center of the third surface (310C), and the audio output module (355) may be positioned on one side (e.g., the right) with respect to the connection terminal (378).

[0085] The electronic device (301) may include a first camera module (380A) (e.g., the camera module (180) of FIG. 1 and / or the camera module (180) of FIG. 2). The first camera module (380A) may be disposed on the first surface (310A). At least a portion of the first camera module (380A) may be disposed below the display module (361). The first camera module (380A) may receive an optical signal that passes through the camera area (361A-2).

[0086] The electronic device (301) may include a plurality of second camera modules (380B) (e.g., the camera module (180) of FIG. 1 and / or the camera module (180) of FIG. 2). The plurality of second camera modules (380B) may be arranged on the second surface (310B). The plurality of second camera modules (380B) may be arranged in a first row in one direction (e.g., the Y direction) of the second plate (311B). The plurality of second camera modules (380B) may have different fields of view. For example, the plurality of second camera modules (380B) may include an ultra wide-angle camera, a wide-angle camera, and / or a tele camera.

[0087] The electronic device (301) may include an optical module (380C) (e.g., a flash (220) of FIG. 2). The optical module (380C) may be arranged in a second row substantially parallel to the first row of the plurality of second camera modules (380B) on the second surface (310B). The optical module (380C) may include one or more light-emitting diodes or xenon lamps. The optical module (380C) may include a sensor configured to detect external light. For example, the sensor may include a flicker sensor.

[0088] The electronic device (301) may include a third camera module (380D). The pixels, magnification, and / or field of view of the third camera module (380D) may be different from the pixels, magnification, and / or field of view of at least one second camera module (380B). The third camera module (380D) may be arranged in a second row substantially parallel to the first row of the plurality of second camera modules (380B) on the second surface (310B).

[0089] The electronic device (301) may include a fourth camera module (380E). The fourth camera module (380E), which may also be referred to as a "depth camera" or a "time-of-flight (ToF) camera," may be configured to measure a distance between the fourth camera module (380E) and a subject. For example, the fourth camera module (380E) may be configured to measure the distance using at least one or a combination of ultrasound, infrared, or laser. The fourth camera module (380E) may be arranged in a second row substantially parallel to the first row of the plurality of second camera modules (380B) on the second surface (310B).

[0090] Meanwhile, the embodiments disclosed in this document can be applied to electronic devices of various shapes / forms (e.g., foldable electronic devices, slideable electronic devices, rollable electronic devices, digital cameras, digital video cameras, tablets, note-shaped electronic devices, and other electronic devices) in addition to the electronic devices illustrated in FIGS. 3 and 4.

[0091] In this document, terms such as "substantially," "approximately," "typically," and "about" when referring to a given parameter, property, or condition may include the extent to which a person of ordinary skill in the art would understand the given parameter, property, or condition to be satisfied with a small degree of variance, such as within acceptable manufacturing tolerances. For example, a particular parameter that is substantially satisfied may be satisfied at least about 90% of the time, or at least about 95% of the time, or at least 99% of the time.

[0092] FIG. 5 is a perspective view of a camera module according to an embodiment. FIG. 6 is a plan view of a camera module according to an embodiment. FIG. 7 is a perspective view of a camera module with a camera cover removed according to an embodiment. FIG. 8 is a plan view of a camera module with a camera cover removed according to an embodiment. FIG. 9 is an exploded perspective view of a camera module according to an embodiment. FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view taken along line 10-10 of the camera module of FIG. 6.

[0093] Referring to FIGS. 5 to 10 , a camera module (480) (e.g., the camera module (180) of FIGS. 1 and 2 , and / or the second camera module (380B) and / or the third camera module (380D) of FIGS. 3 and 4 ) may include a camera housing (410). The camera housing (410) may be configured to accommodate one or more camera-related components. The camera housing (410) may include a base frame (410A) and a plurality of side frames (410B) connected to the base frame (410A). The camera module (480) may include a camera cover (411). The camera cover (411), which may also be referred to as a “shield can,” may be configured to cover one or more camera-related components accommodated in the camera housing (410).

[0094] The camera module (480) may include an image sensor (430) configured to convert an optical signal into an electrical signal (e.g., the image sensor (230) of FIG. 2). The camera module (480) may include a printed circuit board (431) configured to transmit an electrical signal from the image sensor (430). The printed circuit board (431) may be electrically connected to the image sensor (430). The printed circuit board (431) may include a flexible printed circuit board. The camera module (480) may include a connector (432) configured to transmit an electrical signal to a processor (not shown) (e.g., the processor (120) of FIG. 1). The connector (432) may be electrically connected to a printed circuit board (not shown) in an electronic device (not shown) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2, and / or the electronic device (301) of FIGS. 3 and 4).

[0095] The camera module (480) may include a first lens assembly (420) (e.g., lens assembly (210) of FIG. 2). The first lens assembly (420) may include at least one first lens (421) having a defined optical axis (OA). A portion of the optical axis (OA) may be defined as a line connecting a center of curvature of a first surface of at least one first lens (421) and a center of curvature of an Nth surface (N is a natural number). The first lens assembly (420) may include a first lens housing (422) configured to accommodate at least one first lens (421). The first lens assembly (420) may include a lens holder (423) configured to hold the first lens housing (422). The lens holder (423) may be configured to support at least one first lens (421). The lens holder (423) may be configured to be coupled to the camera housing (410). In one embodiment, the lens holder (423) may be detachably coupled to the first lens housing (422). In an embodiment not shown, the lens holder (423) may be formed integrally with the first lens housing (422).

[0096] The camera module (480) may include a second lens assembly (440) (e.g., lens assembly (210) of FIG. 2). The second lens assembly (440) may include at least one second lens (441) having a defined optical axis (OA). A portion of the optical axis (OA) may be defined as a line connecting a center of curvature of a first surface of at least one second lens (441) and a center of curvature of an Nth surface (N is a natural number). The second lens assembly (440) may include a second lens housing (442) configured to accommodate at least one second lens (441).

[0097] The camera module (480) may include a reflector (450) configured to reflect light. The reflector (450) may include a reflective surface (450A) configured to reflect light passing through at least one first lens (421) to at least one second lens (441). The reflector (450) may include an incident surface (450B) on which light is incident. The reflector (450) may include an exit surface (450C) through which light exits. Light passing through at least one first lens (421) may be incident through the incident surface (450B), reflected by the reflective surface (450A), and then pass through at least one second lens (441) through the exit surface (450C). The reflective surface (450A), the incident surface (450B), and the exit surface (450C) may substantially define an effective optical path of the reflector (450). In an embodiment not shown, the reflector (450) may include a mirror having a reflective surface (450A).

[0098] The camera module (480) may include an auto-focus (AF) actuator (460). The AF actuator (460) may implement an AF operation (e.g., movement in the X-axis direction) of the second lens assembly (440). The AF actuator (460) may include an AF carrier (461) configured to carry a second lens housing (442). The AF carrier (461) may be sized and shaped to accommodate the second lens housing (442). The AF carrier (461) may be disposed on the base frame (410A). The AF actuator (460) may include at least one AF magnet (462), which may also be referred to as an “electromagnetic element.” At least one AF magnet (462) may be disposed in an area (e.g., a + / -Y direction side area or a recess thereof) of the AF carrier (461). The AF actuator (460) may include at least one AF coil (463), which may also be referred to as an “electromagnetic element.” The at least one AF coil (463) may be configured to electromagnetically couple with the at least one AF magnet (462). The at least one AF coil (463) may be disposed in an area (e.g., a + / -Y direction area) of the side frame (410B).

[0099] The camera module (480) may include an optical image stabilization (OIS) actuator (470). The OIS actuator (470) may implement an OIS operation of the reflector (450). For example, the OIS actuator (470) may cause the reflector (450) to rotate or tilt about a pitch axis (e.g., Y axis) and / or a yaw axis (e.g., Z axis). The OIS actuator (470) may include an OIS carrier (471) configured to carry the reflector (450). The OIS carrier (471) may be sized and shaped to accommodate the reflector (450). The OIS carrier (471) may be disposed on the base frame (410A). The OIS actuator (470) may include at least one first OIS magnet (472), which may also be referred to as an “electromagnetic element.” The at least one first OIS magnet (472) may be disposed in a first region of the OIS carrier (471), such as a substantially + / -Y-direction side region or a recess thereof. The OIS actuator (470) may include at least one first OIS coil (473), which may also be referred to as an “electromagnetic element.” The at least one first OIS coil (473) may be configured to electromagnetically couple with the at least one first OIS magnet (472). At least one first OIS coil (473) may be spaced apart in one direction (e.g., in the X-axis direction) from at least one AF coil (463) so as not to overlap with at least one AF magnet (462) and may be disposed in one area (e.g., in the + / -Y-direction area) of the side frame (410B). Electromagnetic coupling between the first OIS magnet (472) and the first OIS coil (473) may implement rotation of the OIS carrier (471) about a pitch axis (e.g., the Y-axis). The OIS actuator (470) may include at least one second OIS magnet (474), which may also be referred to as an “electromagnetic element.”The OIS actuator (470) may include at least one second OIS coil (475), which may also be referred to as an “electromagnetic element.” The at least one second OIS coil (475) may be configured to electromagnetically couple with at least one second OIS magnet (474). The at least one second OIS coil (475) may be disposed in an area of ​​the side frame (410B), such as a +X-direction area.

[0100] The camera module (480) may include a first guide (481) and at least one first ball (482). The first guide (481) may include at least one first inner groove configured to at least partially receive the at least one first ball (482). For example, the first inner groove may extend along an inner surface of the first guide (481) in a rotational direction about the Z-axis. The OIS carrier (471) may include at least one outer groove configured to at least partially receive the at least one first ball (482). The at least one outer groove of the OIS carrier (471) may extend along an outer surface of the OIS carrier (471) in a rotational direction about the Z-axis. The OIS carrier (471) may be configured to be in rolling contact with the at least one first ball (482) and to be rotated about the Z-axis by the first guide (481). The camera module (480) may include a second guide (483) and at least one second ball (484). The first guide (481) may include at least one first outer groove configured to receive at least one second ball (484), and the second guide (483) may include at least one second inner groove configured to receive at least one second ball (484). For example, the at least one first outer groove may extend along an outer surface of the first guide (481) in a rotational direction about the Y-axis, and the at least one second inner groove may extend along an inner surface of the second guide (483) in a rotational direction about the Y-axis. The first guide (481) is disposed between the OIS carrier (471) and the second guide (483), and the second guide (483) can be disposed in one area (e.g., +X direction area) of the side frame (410B). The first guide (481) can be configured to be in cloud contact with at least one second ball (484) and to rotate about the Y axis.The second guide (483) can be fixed to the side frame (410B).

[0101] The camera module (480) may include a printed circuit board (490). The printed circuit board (490) may provide electrical connections to at least one AF coil (463), at least one first OIS coil (473), and at least one second OIS coil (475). The coils may be disposed on the printed circuit board (490). The printed circuit board (490) may include a flexible printed circuit board. The printed circuit board (490) may surround the side frames (410B).

[0102] The camera module (480) may include a stopper (491). The stopper (491) may reduce or prevent the second lens assembly (440) from moving beyond a predetermined range of movement in the Z-axis direction due to external impact. The stopper (491) may be positioned between the camera cover (411) and the second lens housing (442). The camera module (480) may include a baffle (492). The baffle (492) may assist in the alignment of the AF carrier (461).

[0103] Fig. 11 is a perspective view showing part A of the camera module of Fig. 10. Fig. 12 is an enlarged view of part A of the camera module of Fig. 10. Fig. 13 is an enlarged view of part B of the camera module of Fig. 12. Fig. 14 is a perspective view showing a reflector and a blocking wall in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0104] Referring to FIGS. 11 to 14, the camera module (480) may include a blocking wall (424). The blocking wall (424) may be configured to block light outside the effective optical path that passes through the first lens (421), is reflected by the reflective surface (450A) of the reflector (450), and passes through the second lens (441). For example, as illustrated in FIG. 12, the blocking wall (424) may be configured to block light (IL) that passes through the first lens (421) obliquely and enters the space between the lens holder (423) and the reflector (450). Light outside the effective optical path passes through the second lens (441) and is not received by the image sensor (e.g., the image sensor (430) of FIGS. 5 to 10), thereby suppressing a flare phenomenon on an image and improving image quality. In some embodiments, the incident light (IL) may be light incident obliquely along a chamfered surface (450D) between the incident surface (450B) and the exit surface (450C) of the reflector (450).

[0105] The blocking wall (424) can include a plurality (e.g., a pair) of first wall faces (424A) intersecting (e.g., substantially orthogonal to) the second holder face (423B). The plurality of first wall faces (424A) can be spaced apart from each other to define a thickness of the blocking wall (424). One first wall face (424A) of the plurality of first wall faces (424A) can be oriented in a direction facing the reflector (450) (e.g., in the +X direction), and the other first wall face (424A) can be oriented in a direction away from the reflector (450) (e.g., in the -X direction). Of the plurality of first wall faces (424A), the first wall face (424A) oriented in the direction facing the reflector (450) can primarily block incident light (IL). The plurality of first wall surfaces (424A) may be substantially parallel. An extension length (e.g., a length in the -Z direction) of a first wall surface (424A) oriented in a direction facing the reflector (450) (e.g., a +X direction) among the plurality of first wall surfaces (424A) may be substantially equal to or greater than an extension length (e.g., a length in the -Z direction) of a first wall surface (424A) oriented in a direction away from the reflector (450) (e.g., a -X direction).

[0106] The blocking wall (424) can include a second wall surface (424B) connected directly to at least one first wall surface (424A) of the plurality of first wall surfaces (424A) or indirectly via another wall surface (e.g., a third wall surface (424C)). In some embodiments, the second wall surface (424B) can be directly connected to a first wall surface (424A) of the plurality of first wall surfaces (424A) that is oriented in a direction facing the reflector (450). The second wall surface (424B) can intersect (e.g., be substantially orthogonal to) at least one first wall surface (424A). An extension length (e.g., a length in the X-axis direction) of the second wall surface (424B) can be set to any length suitable to reduce light reflected through the second wall surface (424B). A second wall surface (424B) having a reduced length may be advantageous in suppressing flare.

[0107] The blocking wall (424) can include a third wall face (424C) that is inclined at a non-zero angle with respect to at least one first wall face (424A) and / or second wall face (424B). The third wall face (424C) can be directly connected to the second wall face (424B). The third wall face (424C) can be directly connected to a first wall face (424A) that is oriented in a direction away from the reflector (450) (e.g., in the -X direction) and can be unconnected to a first wall face (424A) that is oriented in a direction facing the reflector (450) (e.g., in the +X direction) among the plurality of first wall faces (424A). The third wall surface (424C) oriented in this manner can reduce the possibility of light being reflected back to the exit surface (450C) of the reflector (450).

[0108] In an embodiment not shown, the blocking wall (424) may include an optical mask disposed on at least one of the plurality of first wall faces (424A), the second wall face (424B), or the third wall face (424C). In an embodiment not shown, the blocking wall (424) may include an uneven surface and / or a ridged surface formed on at least one of the plurality of first wall faces (424A), the second wall face (424B), or the third wall face (424C).

[0109] A blocking wall (424) may be positioned on a second holder face (423B) opposite a first holder face (423A) of the lens holder (423) facing the first lens (421). The lens holder (423) may include an edge region (423C) defining an opening (423D) of the lens holder (423) that is substantially aligned with an incident surface (450B) of the reflector (450), and the blocking wall (424) may be positioned on or adjacent to the edge region (423C).

[0110] The blocking wall (424) may be spaced apart from the reflector (450). For example, the gap between the blocking wall (424) and the reflector (450) may be defined as the distance between the first wall surface (424A) and the exit surface (450C) when viewed in one direction (e.g., X-axis direction) of the camera module (480). The gap may be set to any distance suitable for preventing a collision between the reflector (450) and the blocking wall (424) due to a shift of the reflector (450) when an external impact is applied to the camera module (480). For example, the gap may be substantially equal to or greater than the gap between the exit surface (450C) of the reflector (450) and one surface (e.g., +X-direction surface) of the stopper (491) facing the exit surface (450C).

[0111] The width (e.g., the Y-axis dimension) of the blocking wall (424) may be substantially equal to or smaller than the width (e.g., the Y-axis dimension) of the reflector (450). A blocking wall (424) having a reduced width may reduce the possibility of interference with the reflector (450) while the reflector (450) is rotated about the yaw axis (X) (e.g., the Z-axis) by the OIS carrier (471).

[0112] In an embodiment not shown, the width (e.g., the Y-axis dimension) of the blocking wall (424) may be substantially equal to or greater than the width (e.g., the Y-axis dimension) of the reflector (450). The width of the blocking wall (424) may be determined depending on the shape of the OIS carrier (471), the rotational range of the OIS carrier (471), and / or the distance between the blocking wall (424) and the reflector (450).

[0113] The reflector (450) may include a first optical mask (451) arranged in an edge region of an incident surface (450B), and a second optical mask (452) arranged in an edge region of an exit surface (450C). The first optical mask (451) and the second optical mask (452) may substantially block optical paths that may be formed in the edge regions of the reflector (450).

[0114] Fig. 15 is a perspective view showing a concealment part in a camera module according to one embodiment. Fig. 16 is a cross-sectional perspective view along line 16-16 of the camera module of Fig. 15. Fig. 17 is a perspective view of a concealment part according to one embodiment. Fig. 18 is a plan view of a concealment part according to one embodiment. Fig. 19 is a bottom view of a concealment part according to one embodiment. Fig. 20 is a diagram showing the relationship of a concealment part to an effective optical path between a first lens and a reflector in a camera module according to one embodiment. Fig. 21 is a diagram showing the arrangement relationship of a first lens, a reflector, and a concealment part in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0115] Referring to FIGS. 15 to 21, the camera module (480) may include a concealment portion (425). The concealment portion (425) may be configured to conceal one or more camera-related components (e.g., an OIS carrier (471)) that may be visible to the outside through the first lens (421).

[0116] The concealment portion (425) may include a base (425A) and an opening (425B) penetrating between a first side of the base (425A) (e.g., a side facing the first lens (421)) and a second side opposite to the first side (e.g., a side facing the reflector (450)). The base (425A) may have a substantially sheet shape or a plate shape. The opening (425B) may include a rectangular shape as illustrated, but is not limited thereto and may include various shapes. For example, the opening (425B) may include a polygonal shape, a circular shape, an elliptical shape, or a shape corresponding to the shape of the incident surface (450B) of the reflector (450).

[0117] The concealment portion (425) may be placed on the lens holder (423). For example, the base (425A) may be substantially on the same plane as the lens holder (423).

[0118] The concealment (425) may be positioned between the rear surface of the first lens (421) and the incident surface (450B) of the reflector (450). To reduce the number of internal camera components that may be visible to the outside through the first lens (421), the concealment (425) may be positioned closer to the reflective surface (450A) and / or the incident surface (450B) of the reflector (450) than to the first lens (421).

[0119] The base (425A) may include a non-metallic material. For example, the base (425A) may include a polymer. The base (425A) may include a metallic material. The material of the base (425A) may be the same as the material of the lens holder (423). The material of the base (425A) may also be different from the material of the lens holder (423). For example, the lens holder (423) may include a non-metallic material, and the base (425A) may include a metallic material.

[0120] The base (425A) may be formed integrally with the lens holder (423). In one embodiment, the lens holder (423) and the base (425A) may be formed by insert injection molding. For example, the lens holder (423) may be formed by molding, and the base (425A) may be formed by pressing. In one embodiment, the lens holder (423) and the base (425A) may be formed integrally by molding.

[0121] The base (425A) may have a surface with a relatively low reflectivity. For example, the base (425A) may have a surface reflectivity of about 2% or less, about 1.5% or less, about 1% or less, about 0.5% or less, about 0.3% or less, or about 0.2% or less.

[0122] The base (425A) may have a treated surface. In one embodiment, the base (425A) may include an uneven surface and / or a ridged surface to which corrosion has been applied. In one embodiment, the base (425A) may include an uneven surface and / or a ridged surface to which a coating has been applied.

[0123] The aperture (425B) may be sized so as not to block the optical path between the first lens (421) and the reflector (450). The cover (425) may not act as a stop.

[0124] The opening (425B) can have a first dimension (e.g., a Y-axis dimension) and a second dimension (e.g., an X-axis dimension). The first dimension can be substantially equal to or greater than the second dimension. The incident surface (450B) of the reflector (450) can have a third dimension (e.g., a Y-axis dimension) and a fourth dimension (e.g., an X-axis dimension). The third dimension can be substantially equal to or greater than the fourth dimension.

[0125] The first direction dimension of the opening (425B) can be about 70% to about 130% of the third direction dimension of the incident surface (450B). The second direction dimension of the opening (425B) can be about 70% to about 130% of the fourth direction dimension of the incident surface (450B). When the first lens (421) and the reflector (450) are sufficiently spaced apart from each other and the base (425A) of the concealment (425) is positioned closer to the first lens (421) than to the reflector (450), the size of the opening (425B) is such that the effective optical path (LP) eff ) is larger than the size of the first lens (421) excluding the reflector (450), the number of internal camera components that can be visible through the first lens (421) can increase. Therefore, adjusting the first direction dimension and the second direction dimension of the opening (425B) can reduce the number of internal camera components that can be visible through the first lens (421). Since the optical mask (e.g., the first optical mask (451) of FIG. 11) is placed at the edge of the incident surface (450B), the effective optical path (LP) of the incident surface (450B) eff) may be smaller than the size of the incident surface (450B), so that the size of the opening (425B) may be set smaller than the size of the incident surface (450B). Meanwhile, the distance between the base (425A) and the incident surface (450B) and the size of the opening (425B) accordingly may be determined by taking into account the space for the reflector (450) to rotate about the yaw axis (e.g., Z axis) and / or pitch axis (e.g., Y axis) by the OIS carrier (471).

[0126] FIG. 22 is a perspective view of an overlap structure between a lens holder and a housing in a camera module according to one embodiment. FIG. 23 is a plan view of an overlap structure between a lens holder and a housing in a camera module according to one embodiment. FIG. 24 is a side view of an overlap structure between a lens holder and a housing in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0127] Referring to FIGS. 22 to 24, the camera module (480) can implement OIS by rotating an OIS carrier (471) configured to carry a reflector (450) about a yaw axis (e.g., Z-axis) and / or a pitch axis (e.g., Y-axis) using an OIS actuator (470). The driving of the OIS carrier (471) can be accomplished by electromagnetic coupling between at least one first OIS magnet (472) and at least one first OIS coil (473) and / or electromagnetic coupling between at least one second OIS magnet (474) and at least one second OIS coil (475). The force for driving the OIS carrier (471) can be related to the amount of magnetic flux between each of the OIS magnets (472, 474) and its corresponding OIS coils (473, 475). Therefore, increased size of the OIS magnet (472, 474) and / or increased size of the OIS coil (473, 475) may result in increased driving force.

[0128] The OIS coils (473, 475) may be positioned on or adjacent to the side frames (410B) of the housing (410). An area of ​​the side frame (410B) oriented in a first direction (e.g., + / -Y direction) (e.g., + / -Y direction area) may include a first mounting portion (P11) on which the first OIS coil (473) is mounted. An area of ​​the side frame (410B) oriented in a second direction (e.g., +X direction) (e.g., +X direction area) may include a second mounting portion (P21) on which the second OIS coil (475) is mounted. For example, the first mounting portion (P11) and the second mounting portion (P21) may include holes or recesses of any suitable shape and size.

[0129] The height or thickness of the camera module (480) may be determined by the sum of the stacking lengths of the camera-related components in the stacking direction (e.g., the Z-axis direction). To increase the driving force of the OIS actuator (470) while substantially maintaining or reducing the height or thickness of the camera module (480), the lens holder (423) and the housing (410) may overlap each other in a specific view (e.g., a view viewed from the XY plane).

[0130] The lens holder (423) may include a plurality of legs (L). One pair of the legs (L) among the plurality of legs (L) may be placed on a portion of an edge area of ​​the side frame (410B) oriented in one direction (e.g., +Y direction). Another pair of the legs (L) among the plurality of legs (L) may be placed on a portion of an edge area of ​​the side frame (410B) oriented in an opposite direction (e.g., -Y direction). Each pair of legs (L) may be spaced apart from each other to form a recess (R) therebetween.

[0131] An area (e.g., + / -Y direction area) of the side frame (410B) oriented in a first direction (e.g., + / Y direction) may include a first peripheral portion (P12) defined as a peripheral area of ​​the first mounting portion (P11). A portion of the first peripheral portion (P12) may be a portion extending in the height direction or the thickness direction of the camera module (480). The portion of the first peripheral portion (P12) may be at least accommodated in the recess (R). The portion of the first peripheral portion (P12) may at least partially overlap an edge area (e.g., + / -Y direction edge area) of the lens holder (423). The portion of the first peripheral portion (P12) may not extend beyond the recess (R) in the height direction or the thickness direction of the camera module (480). The size of the first mounting portion (P11) can increase in the height direction or thickness direction of the camera module (480), which can enable mounting of a larger size first OIS coil (473).

[0132] An area (e.g., +X-direction area) of the side frame (410B) oriented in the second direction (e.g., +X-direction) may include a second peripheral portion (P22) defined as a peripheral area of ​​the second mounting portion (P21). A portion of the second peripheral portion (P22) may be a portion extending in the height direction or the thickness direction of the camera module (480). The portion of the second peripheral portion (P22) may overlap substantially the entire edge area (e.g., +X-direction edge area) of the lens holder (423) when viewed from a plane (e.g., XY plane) substantially orthogonal to the height direction or the thickness direction of the camera module (480). The portion of the second peripheral portion (P22) may not extend beyond the lens holder (423) in the height direction or the thickness direction of the camera module (480). The size of the second mounting portion (P21) can increase in the height direction or thickness direction of the camera module (480), which can enable mounting of a larger size second OIS coil (475).

[0133] Fig. 25 is a drawing showing an overlap structure between a lens holder and a camera cover in a camera module according to one embodiment. Fig. 26 is an enlarged view of part C of Fig. 25.

[0134] Referring to FIGS. 25 and 26, the second lens assembly (440) in the camera module (480) can move substantially parallel to a portion (e.g., an X-axis component) of the optical axis (OA) to adjust the focus of the image. The height or thickness (e.g., a Z-axis dimension) of the camera module (480) may be related to the thickness of the second lens housing (442), the operational clearance of the second lens housing (442), the thickness of the lens holder (423), and the thickness of the camera cover (411). In order to reduce or prevent the inflow of foreign substances into the internal space of the camera module (480), the lens holder (423) may include an overlapping portion (426) configured to overlap a portion of the camera cover (411). The overlapping portion (426) may be formed integrally with the lens holder (423). For example, the lens holder (423) and the overlap portion (426) can be formed by insert injection molding. The overlap portion (426) can be positioned between the camera cover (411) and the second lens housing (442). The overlap portion (426) can be in contact with the camera cover (411). The overlap portion (426) can be spaced apart from the second lens housing (442) by a gap. The overlap portion (426) can seal the internal space of the camera module (480) without a separate component (e.g., tape) or a precision sealing structure (e.g., bonding) that require high production difficulty and reliability.

[0135] FIG. 27 is a drawing showing the arrangement relationship of a first lens, a reflector, and a concealment part in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0136] Referring to FIG. 27, in a camera module (480-1) (e.g., the camera module (480) of FIGS. 5 to 26), the cover (425) may be positioned closer to the reflective surface (450A) of the reflector (450-1) (e.g., the reflector (450) of FIGS. 5 to 26) than the first lens (421). For example, the base (425A) may be positioned substantially flush with the incident surface (450B) or lower than the incident surface (450B). The opening (425B) may accommodate the reflector (450). The distance between the base (425A) and the incident surface (450B) can be determined within a range that does not substantially block the effective light path of the exit surface (450C) (e.g., the area of ​​the exit surface (450C) excluding the second optical mask (452) in FIG. 11). In this embodiment, the reflector (450-1) can be fixed in place in the camera module (480-1). The reflector (450-1) can be configured not to rotate about the yaw axis (e.g., the Z-axis) and / or the pitch axis (e.g., the Y-axis).

[0137] FIG. 28 is a drawing showing an integrated structure of a lens holder and a camera cover in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0138] Referring to FIG. 28, the camera module (480-2) (e.g., the camera module (480) of FIGS. 1 to 26, and / or the camera module (480-1) of FIG. 27) may include a camera cover (411-2) (e.g., the camera cover (411) of FIGS. 5 to 26) and a lens holder (423-2) (e.g., the lens holder (423) of FIGS. 5 to 26) that are formed integrally with each other. For example, the camera cover (411-2) and the lens holder (423-2) may be formed by an insert injection method.

[0139] FIG. 29 is a drawing showing the structure of a lens holder assembled to a camera cover in a camera module according to one embodiment. FIG. 30 is a drawing showing the structure of a lens holder assembled to a camera cover in a camera module according to one embodiment.

[0140] Referring to FIGS. 29 and 30, a camera module (480-3) (e.g., the camera module (480) of FIGS. 1 to 26 and / or the camera module (480-1) of FIG. 27) may include a camera cover (411-3) (e.g., the camera cover (411) of FIGS. 1 to 26) and a lens holder (423-3) (e.g., the lens holder (423) of FIGS. 1 to 26) configured to be coupled (e.g., assembled) to the camera cover (411-3). The camera cover (411-3) may include an opening (T1) substantially aligned with an opening of the lens holder (423-3). The camera cover (411-3) may include at least one hole (T2) configured to engage with at least one boss (S) of the lens holder (423-3). At least one hole (T2) may be arranged in a periphery area of ​​the opening (T1). At least one hole (T2) may be spaced apart from the opening (T1). The coupling structure between the boss (S) and the hole (T2) may reduce or prevent movement (e.g., rotation) of the lens holder (423-3) relative to the camera cover (411-3).

[0141] Fig. 31 is a drawing showing a blocking wall in a camera module according to one embodiment. Fig. 32 is an enlarged drawing of part D of Fig. 31.

[0142] Referring to FIGS. 31 and 32, a camera module (480-4) (e.g., the camera module (480) of FIGS. 1 to 26, the camera module (480-1) of FIG. 27, the camera module (480-2) of FIG. 28, and / or the camera module (480-3) of FIG. 29) may include a blocking wall (424-4) (e.g., the blocking wall (424) of FIGS. 11 to 14) disposed on a carrier (471-4) (e.g., the carrier (471) of FIGS. 5 to 24) configured to support a reflector (450). The blocking wall (424-4) may be seamlessly and integrally connected to the carrier (471-4). In an embodiment not shown, the blocking wall (424-4) may be coupled to the carrier (471-4) as a separate component distinct from the carrier (471-4). The blocking wall (424-4) may extend substantially away from the reflector (450) (e.g., in the -X direction).

[0143] The blocking wall (424-4) may include a plurality (e.g., a pair) of first wall faces (424A-4) (e.g., the first wall faces (424A) of FIGS. 11 to 14). One first wall face (424A-4) of the plurality of first wall faces (424A-4) may be oriented in a direction facing the reflector (450) (e.g., in the +X direction), and the other first wall face (424A-4) may be oriented in a direction away from the reflector (450) (e.g., in the -X direction). The plurality of first wall faces (424A-4) may be substantially parallel to the exit surface (450C). A first wall surface (424A-4) oriented in a direction facing the reflector (450) (e.g., +X direction) may substantially contact the exit surface (450C). A plurality of first wall surfaces (424A-4) may extend along the exit surface (450C). An extension length of a first wall surface (424A-4) oriented in a direction facing the reflector (450) (e.g., +X direction) may be substantially equal to or greater than an extension length of a first wall surface (424A-4) oriented in a direction away from the reflector (450) (e.g., -X direction).

[0144] The barrier wall (424-4) may include a second wall surface (424B-4) (e.g., the second wall surface (424B) of FIGS. 11 to 14) connected to a plurality of first wall surfaces (424A-4). The second wall surface (424B-4) may be a portion of one surface (e.g., the +Z-direction surface) of the carrier (471-4). The second wall surface (424B-4) may be substantially orthogonal to each of the plurality of first wall surfaces (424A). The second wall surface (424B-4) may be on a different plane from the plane on which the incident surface (450B) is located. In an embodiment not shown, the second wall surface (424B-4) may be substantially coplanar with the incident surface (450B).

[0145] The blocking wall (424-4) may include a third wall face (424C-4) inclined at a non-zero angle with respect to the plurality of first wall faces (424A-4) (e.g., the third wall face (424C) of FIGS. 11-14). The distance between the second wall face (424B-4) and the third wall face (424C-4) may decrease linearly in a direction (e.g., in the -X direction) toward the first wall face (424A-4) oriented away from the reflector (450) (e.g., in the -X direction). In embodiments not shown, the distance may decrease non-linearly.

[0146] Fig. 33 is a drawing showing a blocking wall in a camera module according to one embodiment. Fig. 34 is an enlarged drawing of part E of Fig. 33.

[0147] Referring to FIGS. 33 and 34, the camera module (480-5) (e.g., the camera module (480) of FIGS. 1 to 26, the camera module (480-1) of FIG. 27, the camera module (480-2) of FIG. 28, the camera module (480-3) of FIG. 29, and / or the camera module (480-4) of FIG. 31) may include a blocking wall (424-5) (e.g., the blocking wall (424) of FIGS. 11 to 14) disposed on the reflector (450). The blocking wall (424-5) may be coupled to the reflector (450) as a separate component distinct from the reflector (450). In an embodiment not shown, the blocking wall (424-5) may be seamlessly connected integrally with the reflector (450). The blocking wall (424-5) may extend substantially away from the reflector (450) (e.g., in the -X direction).

[0148] The blocking wall (424-5) may include a plurality (e.g., a pair) of first wall faces (424A-5) (e.g., the first wall faces (424A) of FIGS. 11 to 14). One first wall face (424A-5) of the plurality of first wall faces (424A-5) may be oriented in a direction facing the reflector (450) (e.g., in the +X direction), and the other first wall face (424A-5) may be oriented in a direction away from the reflector (450) (e.g., in the -X direction).

[0149] The first wall surface (424A-5) oriented in a direction facing the reflector (450) (e.g., +X direction) may not be parallel to the incident surface (450B) and / or the exit surface (450C). The first wall surface (424A-5) oriented in a direction facing the reflector (450) (e.g., +X direction) may be substantially parallel to the chamfer surface (450D). The first wall surface (424A-5) oriented in a direction facing the reflector (450) (e.g., +X direction) may abut the chamfer surface (450D). The first wall surface (424A-5) oriented in a direction facing the reflector (450) (e.g., +X direction) may have a length substantially equal to the chamfer surface (450D).

[0150] A first wall surface (424A-5) oriented in a direction away from the reflector (450) (e.g., in the -X direction) may be substantially parallel to the exit surface (450C). A length (e.g., a dimension in the Z-axis direction) of the first wall surface (424A-5) oriented in a direction away from the reflector (450) (e.g., in the -X direction) may be substantially equal to or less than a distance from an edge of the third wall surface (424C-5) that meets the exit surface (450C) to the second wall surface (424B-5).

[0151] The blocking wall (424-5) can include a second wall face (424B-5) (e.g., the second wall face (424B) of FIGS. 11-14) connected to a plurality of first wall faces (424A-5). The second wall face (424B-5) can form a non-zero angle with respect to the first wall face (424A-5) oriented in a direction facing the reflector (450) (e.g., in the +X direction). The second wall face (424B-5) can be substantially orthogonal to the first wall face (424A-5) oriented in a direction away from the reflector (450) (e.g., in the -X direction). The second wall face (424B-5) can be substantially coplanar with the incident face (450B).

[0152] The blocking wall (424-5) may include a third wall face (424C-5) inclined at a non-zero angle with respect to a plurality of first wall faces (424A-5) (e.g., the third wall face (424C) of FIGS. 11 to 14). The angle formed by the third wall face (424C-5) with the first wall face (424A-5) oriented in a direction facing the reflector (450) (e.g., +X direction) may be less than the angle formed by the third wall face (424C-5) with the first wall face (424A-5) oriented in a direction away from the reflector (450) (e.g., -X direction).

[0153] One aspect of the disclosure may provide a camera module and an electronic device including the same that suppresses flare that may appear in an image.

[0154] One aspect of the disclosure may provide a camera module and an electronic device including the same that reduces the number of internal camera components that can be visible to the outside through a lens.

[0155] One aspect of the disclosure may provide a camera module having a maintained or reduced thickness and an electronic device including the same.

[0156] The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3; 480-4; 480-5) may include a first lens (421) and a second lens (441). The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3; 480-4; 480-5) may include a lens holder (423; 423-2; 423-3) configured to support the first lens (421). The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3; 480-4; 480-5) may include a reflector (450; 450-1) arranged between the first lens (421) and the second lens (441) and configured to reflect light passing through the first lens (421) to the second lens (441). The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3; 480-4; 480-5) may include a blocking wall (424; ) configured to block an optical path between the reflector (450; 450-1) and the lens holder (423; 423-2; 423-3).

[0157] The above blocking wall (424) may include a first wall surface (424A) extending between the reflector (450) and the second lens (441).

[0158] The above blocking wall (424) may include a second wall surface (424B) that is substantially orthogonal to the first wall surface (424A) and extends toward the second lens (441).

[0159] The above blocking wall (424) may include a third wall surface (424C) that is positioned opposite the first wall surface (424A) and has an orientation inclined with respect to the orientation of the first wall surface (424A).

[0160] The above blocking wall (424) can be spaced apart from the reflector (450) toward the second lens (441).

[0161] The width of the above blocking wall (424) may be smaller than the width of the above reflector (450).

[0162] The lens holder (423) may include an opening (423D). The blocking wall (424) may be positioned at or adjacent to an edge area (423C) of the opening (423D).

[0163] The above blocking wall (424) can be placed on the lens holder (423; 423-2; 423-3).

[0164] The camera module (480-4) may include a carrier (471-4) configured to support the reflector (450; 450-1). The blocking wall (424-4) may be disposed on the carrier (471-4).

[0165] The above blocking wall (424-5) can be placed on the reflector (450; 450-1).

[0166] The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3) may include an actuator (470) configured to rotate the reflector (450) about a first axis substantially parallel to the optical axis (OA) of the first lens (421) and / or a second axis substantially orthogonal to the first axis.

[0167] The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3) may include a concealment section (425) configured to conceal other components except the reflector (450).

[0168] The above concealment (425) may include an opening (425B) defined in the base (425A) so as not to block the light path between the first lens (421) and the reflector (450).

[0169] The above base (425A) can be placed between the first lens (421) and the reflector (450).

[0170] The above base (425A) may be placed on substantially the same plane as the incident surface (450B) of the reflector (450) or below the incident surface (450B) of the reflector (450) so as not to block the effective light path of the emission surface (450C) of the reflector (450).

[0171] The above base (425A) may have a surface reflectance substantially equal to or less than about 2%.

[0172] The above base (425A) may have an uneven surface and / or a ridged surface.

[0173] The above concealment part (425) can be formed integrally with the lens holder (423).

[0174] The above concealment portion (425) may include a material different from the material of the lens holder (423).

[0175] The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3) may include an actuator (470) including a carrier (471) configured to carry the reflector (450), a first electromagnetic element (472, 474) arranged on the carrier (471), and a second electromagnetic element (473, 475) arranged to couple with the first electromagnetic element (472). The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3) may include a housing (410) including a mounting portion (P11, P21) on which the second electromagnetic element (473, 475) is arranged, and a peripheral portion (P12, P22) positioned around the mounting portion (P11, P21). The lens holder (423) may overlap at least a portion of the peripheral portion (P12, P22) on a plane substantially orthogonal to the optical axis (OA) of the first lens (421). At least a portion of the peripheral portion (P12, P22) overlapping with the lens holder (423) may extend in a direction substantially parallel to the direction along the optical axis (OA).

[0176] The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3) may include a camera cover (411) configured to overlap at least a portion of the lens holder (423) and seal the interior of the camera module (480).

[0177] The camera module (480-2) may include a camera cover (411-2) formed integrally with the lens holder (423-2).

[0178] The camera module (480-3) may include a camera cover (411-3) configured to be coupled with the lens holder (423-3).

[0179] The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3) may include a first lens (421) and a first lens housing (422) configured to accommodate the first lens (421). The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3) may include a second lens (441) and a second lens housing (442) configured to accommodate the second lens (441). The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3) may include a reflector (450; 450-1) disposed between the first lens housing (422) and the second lens housing (442) and configured to reflect light passing through the first lens (421) to the second lens (441). The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3) may include a concealment section (425) configured to conceal other components except for the reflector (450).

[0180] The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3) may include a first lens (421) and a first lens housing (422) configured to accommodate the first lens (421). The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3) may include a lens holder (423) configured to hold the first lens housing (422). The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3) may include a second lens (441) and a second lens housing (442) configured to accommodate the second lens (441). The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3) may include a reflector (450) disposed between the first lens housing (422) and the second lens housing (442) and configured to reflect light passing through the first lens (421) to the second lens (441). The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3) may include an actuator (470). The actuator (470) may include a carrier (471) configured to carry the reflector (450), a first electromagnetic element (472, 474) disposed on the carrier (471), and a second electromagnetic element (473, 475) configured to couple with the first electromagnetic element (472). The camera module (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3) may include a housing (410) including a mounting portion (P11, P21) on which the second electromagnetic element (473, 475) is arranged and a peripheral portion (P12, P22) positioned around the mounting portion (P11, P21). The lens holder (423) may overlap at least a portion of the peripheral portion (P12, P22) on a plane substantially orthogonal to the optical axis (OA) of the first lens (421).At least a portion of the peripheral portion (P12, P22) overlapping with the lens holder (423) may extend in a direction substantially parallel to the direction along the optical axis (OA).

[0181] In one embodiment, the image flare can be suppressed and the image quality can be improved by blocking the light path incident obliquely through the lens.

[0182] In one embodiment, the aesthetics of the camera module may be improved by reducing the number of internal camera components that are visible to the outside through the lens.

[0183] In one embodiment, the size of the magnet and / or coil may be increased, thereby increasing the driving force.

[0184] In one embodiment, the size of the camera module can be maintained or reduced.

[0185] The effects of the camera module and the electronic device including the same according to the embodiments are not limited to those mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned can be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description in the specification.

[0186] The embodiments described herein are intended to be illustrative and not restrictive. Various modifications to the details of the disclosure, including those included within the scope of the appended claims and their equivalents, may be made. Any of the embodiments described herein may be used in combination with any of the embodiments described herein.

Claims

1. First lens (421), Second lens (441), A lens holder (423; 423-2; 423-3) configured to support the first lens (421), A reflector (450; 450-1) arranged between the first lens (421) and the second lens (441) and configured to reflect light passing through the first lens (421) to the second lens (441), and A blocking wall (424; 424-4; 424-5) configured to block the light path between the reflector (450; 450-1) and the lens holder (423; 423-2; 423-3) Camera module including (480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3; 480-4; 480-5).

2. In paragraph 1, A camera module in which the above-described blocking wall (424) includes a first wall surface (424A) extending between the reflector (450) and the second lens (441).

3. In paragraph 2, A camera module wherein the above-described blocking wall (424) further includes a second wall surface (424B) substantially orthogonal to the first wall surface (424A) and extending toward the second lens (441).

4. In paragraph 2 or 3, A camera module wherein the above-described blocking wall (424) further includes a third wall surface (424C) that is positioned opposite to the first wall surface (424A) and has an orientation inclined with respect to the orientation of the first wall surface (424A).

5. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 4, The above blocking wall (424) is a camera module spaced from the reflector (450) toward the second lens (441).

6. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 5, A camera module in which the width of the above-mentioned blocking wall (424) is smaller than the width of the above-mentioned reflector (450).

7. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 6, A camera module in which the lens holder (423) includes an opening (423D), and the blocking wall (424) is positioned at or adjacent to an edge area (423C) of the opening (423D).

8. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 7, The above blocking wall (424) is placed on the lens holder (423; 423-2; 423-3), or The above camera module (480-4) further includes a carrier (471-4) configured to support the reflector (450; 450-1), and the blocking wall (424-4) is disposed on the carrier (471-4), The above blocking wall (424-5) is a camera module placed on the reflector (450; 450-1).

9. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 8, A camera module further comprising an actuator (470) configured to rotate the reflector (450) about a first axis substantially parallel to the optical axis (OA) of the first lens (421) and / or a second axis substantially orthogonal to the first axis.

10. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 9, It further includes a concealment part (425) configured to conceal other components except for the above reflector (450), Preferably, the concealed portion (425) is Base (425A), and An opening (425B) provided in the base (425A) so as not to block the light path between the first lens (421) and the reflector (450). A camera module including:

11. In Article 10, The above base (425A) is placed between the first lens (421) and the reflector (450), and / or The above base (425A) is positioned on substantially the same plane as the incident surface (450B) of the reflector (450) or below the incident surface (450B) of the reflector (450) so as not to block the effective light path of the emission surface (450C) of the reflector (450), and / or The above base (425A) has a surface reflectance substantially equal to or less than about 2%, and / or The above base (425A) is a camera module having an uneven surface and / or a ridge surface.

12. In clause 10 or 11, The above concealment part (425) is formed integrally with the lens holder (423) and / or The above-mentioned concealment part (425) is a camera module including a material different from the material of the lens holder (423).

13. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 12, An actuator (470) including a carrier (471) configured to carry the reflector (450), a first electromagnetic element (472, 474) arranged on the carrier (471), and a second electromagnetic element (473, 475) configured to couple with the first electromagnetic element (472), and A housing (410) including a mounting portion (P11, P21) on which the second electromagnetic element (473, 475) is placed and a peripheral portion (P12, P22) located around the mounting portion (P11, P21). Including more, A camera module in which the lens holder (423) overlaps with at least a portion of the peripheral portion (P12, P22) on a plane substantially orthogonal to the optical axis (OA) of the first lens (421), and at least a portion of the peripheral portion (P12, P22) overlapping with the lens holder (423) extends in a direction substantially parallel to the direction along the optical axis (OA).

14. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 13, A camera cover (411) configured to overlap at least a portion of the lens holder (423) and seal the interior of the camera module (480), and / or A camera cover (411-2) formed integrally with the lens holder (423-2), and / or Camera cover (411-3) configured to be coupled with the above lens holder (423-3) A camera module further comprising:

15. An electronic device (101; 301) comprising a camera module (380B, 380D; 480; 480-1; 480-2; 480-3; 480-4; 480-5) according to any one of claims 1 to 14.

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