Photographing device and handheld gimbal

Abstract

Provided are a photographing device and a handheld gimbal. The photographing device comprises: a handle portion (2) provided with a matching surface (211), wherein the matching surface (211) has first edges (2111) and second edges (2112), the first edges (2111) are adjacent to the second edges (2112), and the length of the first edges (2111) is greater than that of the second edges (2112); and a display portion (1), wherein the display portion (1) has a first orientation and a second orientation, when the display portion (1) is in the first orientation, the display portion (1) substantially overlaps the matching surface (211), and when the display portion (1) is in the second orientation, the orthographic projection of the display portion (1) at least partially overlaps the second edges (2112). The display portion (1) in the second orientation only covers one end of the matching surface (211) provided on the handle portion (2), so that the other end of the matching surface (211) exposed outside the display portion (1) is complete and continuous. Compared with the matching surface (211) that is currently divided into two parts by the display portion (1), a larger overall area is achieved, thereby facilitating effective utilization of the exposed part so as to arrange other accessories required by the photographing device, thereby enriching the functions of the photographing device and the handheld gimbal, and achieving a rational and aesthetic layout.

Description

Shooting equipment and handheld gimbal Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of gimbal technology, and more particularly to a shooting device and a handheld gimbal. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, to display content captured on a handheld gimbal, a display screen can be mounted on the gimbal. Handheld gimbals can support multiple shooting modes to suit different shooting targets and / or scenarios. To meet the display requirements of different shooting modes, the display screen can be configured to rotate onto the handle of the handheld gimbal, allowing it to be rotated to a suitable position for different shooting modes.

[0003] In the process of realizing this disclosure, it was discovered that when the display screen is rotated to a position perpendicular to the handle, part of the side wall of the handle that was originally covered by the display screen is exposed outside the handle and is divided into two parts by the display screen, that is, one part is exposed above the display screen and the other part is exposed below the display screen. These two parts are small in area and cannot form a continuous whole space. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address at least one of the aforementioned and other technical problems in the prior art, this disclosure provides a shooting device and a handheld gimbal. When the display unit is in a second posture, the mating surface of the handle unit exposes a larger overall space, which is more aesthetically pleasing and allows for user gripping.

[0005] The first aspect of this disclosure provides a shooting device, comprising: a handle portion having a mating surface having adjacent first and second sides, the length of the first side being greater than that of the second side; a display portion having a first posture and a second posture, wherein when the display portion is in the first posture, the display portion substantially overlaps with the mating surface; and when the display portion is in the second posture, the orthographic projection of the display portion at least partially coincides with the second side.

[0006] A second aspect of this disclosure provides a handheld gimbal, comprising: a handle portion having a mating surface having adjacent first and second sides, the first side being longer than the second side; a display portion having a first posture and a second posture, wherein when the display portion is in the first posture, the display portion substantially overlaps with the mating surface; and when the display portion is in the second posture, the orthographic projection of the handle portion and the second side at least partially overlap; and a gimbal portion disposed at the top of the handle portion, wherein a shooting device is provided on the gimbal portion, and the posture of the shooting device is adjusted by adjusting the posture of the gimbal portion; wherein the display portion is configured to display the shooting content and / or shooting parameters of the shooting device.

[0007] As can be seen from the illustrative embodiments of this disclosure, the display unit in the second posture only covers one end of the mating surface provided on the handle unit. This makes the other end of the mating surface exposed outside the display unit complete and continuous, resulting in a larger overall area compared to the mating surface currently divided into two parts by the display unit. The mating surface of the handle unit exposes a larger overall space, providing a better grip for the user and an aesthetically pleasing layout. Attached Figure Description

[0008] Figure 1 is an exploded view of the components of a photographing device according to an illustrative embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0009] Figure 2 is a rear view of the display section of the imaging device shown in the schematic embodiment of Figure 1;

[0010] Figure 3 is a usage state diagram of the display section of a shooting device according to an schematic embodiment, in a first posture, showing an actuator;

[0011] Figure 4 is a usage state diagram of the display unit of the imaging device shown in Figure 3 in a second posture according to the schematic embodiment;

[0012] Figure 5 is a usage state diagram of the display section of a shooting device according to an illustrative embodiment, in a first posture, showing another actuator;

[0013] Figure 6 is a usage state diagram of the display unit of the imaging device shown in Figure 5 in a second posture according to the schematic embodiment;

[0014] Figure 7 is a usage diagram of a shooting device in a second posture according to an illustrative embodiment, showing the interaction unit;

[0015] Figure 8 is a usage state diagram of the imaging device in a second posture according to another schematic embodiment, showing the interaction part provided on the mating surface;

[0016] Figure 9 is a usage state diagram of the shooting device in a second posture according to another schematic embodiment, showing the interaction part provided in the display section;

[0017] Figure 10 is a front view of the handle portion of the shooting device shown in Figure 1 according to an illustrative embodiment, showing another actuating part;

[0018] Figure 11 is an exploded view of the components of an imaging device according to another illustrative embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0019] Figure 12 is a perspective view of the actuator of the imaging device shown in the schematic embodiment of Figure 11;

[0020] Figure 13 is an exploded view of the components of a handheld gimbal according to an illustrative embodiment of the present disclosure, showing the shooting device;

[0021] Figure 14 is a diagram showing the handheld gimbal in its first posture as shown in Figure 1.

[0022] Figure 15 is a rear view of the handheld gimbal of the schematic embodiment shown in Figure 14;

[0023] Figure 16 is a usage diagram of the handheld gimbal in the second posture of the schematic embodiment shown in Figure 14;

[0024] Figure 17 is a rear view of the handheld gimbal of the schematic embodiment shown in Figure 16;

[0025] Figure 18 is a schematic diagram of the rotation axis position of a handheld gimbal according to an illustrative embodiment of the present disclosure, showing the position of the rotation axis in a coordinate system;

[0026] Figure 19 is a vector diagram showing the rotation of the display from the first posture to the second posture in the coordinate system shown in Figure 18.

[0027] In the accompanying drawings, the reference numerals have the following specific meanings: 1. Display unit; 11. Mounting frame; 111. Mounting hole; 12. Mounting groove; 13. Connecting part; 131. First plate; 132. Second plate; 2. Handle part; 21. Housing; 211. Mating surface; 2111. First side; 2112. Second side; 22. Mounting groove; 23. Side wall; 24. Rear cover; 3. Actuating part; 31. Magnetic component; 311. First magnet; 312. Second magnet; 313. Third magnet; 314. Adsorption element; 32. Elastic element; 321. Short arm; 322. Long arm; 33. Pressing element; 331. Protrusion; 34. Guide element; 35. Rib; 4. Bearing; 5. Rotating shaft; 51. Flange; 52. Mounting end; 53. Cam; 531. First side; 532. Second side; 54. First end; 55. Second end; 6. Limiting part; 61. Limiting groove; 62. Limiting block; 63. Cover; 7. Gimbal part; 71. First arm; 72. Second arm; 8. Shooting device; 9. Interaction part; 10. Detection part; 101. Excitation end; 102. Sensing end. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this disclosure clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with specific embodiments and the accompanying drawings.

[0029] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit this disclosure. The terms “comprising,” “including,” etc., as used herein indicate the presence of the stated features, steps, operations, and / or components, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, steps, operations, or components.

[0030] All terms used herein, including technical and scientific terms, have the meanings commonly understood by those skilled in the art, unless otherwise defined. It should be noted that the terms used herein are to be interpreted in a manner consistent with the context of this specification, and not in an idealized or overly rigid way.

[0031] When using expressions such as "at least one of A, B, and C," the meaning should generally be interpreted according to the understanding of someone skilled in the art. For example, "a system having at least one of A, B, and C" should include, but is not limited to, systems having A alone, having B alone, having C alone, having A and B, having A and C, having B and C, and / or having A, B, and C. Similarly, when using expressions such as "at least one of A, B, or C," the meaning should generally be interpreted according to the understanding of someone skilled in the art. For example, "a system having at least one of A, B, or C" should include, but is not limited to, systems having A alone, having B alone, having C alone, having A and B, having A and C, having B and C, and / or having A, B, and C.

[0032] The shooting device and handheld gimbal of this disclosure will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Unless otherwise specified, the features of the following embodiments and implementations can be combined with each other.

[0033] Example 1

[0034] Referring to Figures 1 to 6, this disclosure provides a shooting device, including a handle portion 2 and a display portion 1. The handle portion 2 is provided with a mating surface 211, which has adjacent first sides 2111 and second sides 2112, the length of the first side 2111 being greater than the length of the second side 2112. The display portion 1 has a first posture and a second posture. When the display portion 1 is in the first posture, the display portion 1 substantially overlaps with the mating surface 211; when the display portion 1 is in the second posture, the orthographic projection of the display portion 1 and the second side 2112 at least partially overlap.

[0035] Referring to Figures 1 to 6, in some illustrative embodiments, one side wall of the handle portion 2 (the lower side wall shown in Figure 1) has a mating surface 211. Specifically, the mating surface 211 includes, but is not limited to, a region configured as a generally rectangular shape, having two opposing first sides 2111, and a second side 2112 located between the two first sides 2111.

[0036] In one illustrative embodiment, the mating surface 211 is characterized as the portion where the handle portion 2 and the display portion 1 completely overlap when the display portion 1 is in a first posture.

[0037] Alternatively, the mating surface 211 can also be characterized as the surface on the side wall of the handle portion 2 where the display portion 1 is provided, and the top edge (i.e. the second edge 2112) of the mating surface 211 is the top end of the handle portion 2.

[0038] Referring to Figures 3 and 5, when the display unit 1 is in the first posture, the display unit 1 is located within the mating surface 211. Referring to Figures 4 and 6, when the display unit 1 is in the second posture, only one end of the display unit 1 completely covers the mating surface 211 (the upper end as shown in Figures 4 and 6).

[0039] In this embodiment, when the display unit 1 is in the second posture, one end of the mating surface 211 exposed outside the display unit 1 (the lower end as shown in Figures 4 and 6) is complete and continuous. Furthermore, in this posture, since the upper part of the display unit 1 also protrudes from the second side 2112, the area of ​​the portion of the mating surface 211 exposed outside the display unit 1 is further increased. Thus, when the display unit 1 is in the second posture, the portion of the mating surface 211 exposed outside the display unit 1 has a larger overall area compared to the currently divided discontinuous portion by the display unit 1. This facilitates the effective utilization of this portion for arranging other accessories required for the shooting device (including but not limited to the interaction unit 9, which will be described in detail in the following embodiments), thereby enriching the functionality of the shooting device and the handheld gimbal, and resulting in a reasonable and aesthetically pleasing layout.

[0040] Referring to Figures 1 to 6, in some illustrative embodiments, a chamfer may be formed at the junction of the first side 2111 and the second side 2112 to create a smooth transition between the upper end and the side of the handle portion 2. This effectively prevents the side ridges of the handle portion 2 (i.e., the junction of adjacent sidewalls) from colliding and reduces stress concentration on the side ridges. It should be understood that the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited thereto.

[0041] For example, the connection point of the first side 2111 and the second side 2112 can form a sharp right angle or a near-right angle structure.

[0042] Referring to Figures 4 to 6, in some illustrative embodiments, the mating surface 211 formed by the first side 2111 and the second side 2112 is configured to be recessed into the sidewall of the handle portion 2. Furthermore, the display portion 1 is rotatably disposed within the recessed area formed by the mating surface 211. This facilitates a reduction in the overall thickness of the handle portion 2 and the display portion 1. It should be understood that the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited thereto.

[0043] For example, the mating surface 211 can be configured to protrude from the side wall of the handle portion 2, which can be set according to actual needs.

[0044] Referring to Figures 1 and 2, in some illustrative embodiments, the display unit 1 includes a mounting frame 11. Specifically, the mounting frame 11 includes a first mounting surface and a second mounting surface facing away from each other; wherein the first mounting surface (the viewing surface shown in Figure 2) faces the handle unit 2 and is connected to the handle unit 2; the second mounting surface (the lower surface shown in Figure 1) is configured to house a display screen (not shown), which may include, but is not limited to, a touch-sensitive LCD (Liquid Crystal Display). It should be understood that the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited thereto.

[0045] For example, OLED, AMOLED, and any other type of display screen can be used, depending on the specific needs.

[0046] In some illustrative embodiments, the mounting frame 11 may be independent of the display screen. For example, the display screen may be mounted on the second mounting surface of the mounting frame 11 by means of bolts, adhesives, snap-fit ​​connections, or any other connection method.

[0047] In some other illustrative embodiments, the mounting frame 11 may be part of the display screen. For example, the mounting frame 11 may serve as the back cover of the display screen for mounting on the handle portion 2, and the display module of the display screen may be integrated into the mounting frame 11 (i.e., the back cover of the display screen).

[0048] In some illustrative embodiments, as shown in FIG7, the imaging device further includes an interaction unit 9. The interaction unit 9 is configured to control the imaging device based on user interaction operations.

[0049] In some illustrative embodiments, as shown in FIG7, the interaction part 9 is disposed on the mating surface 211. When the display part 1 is in a first posture, at least a portion of the interaction part 9 is obscured by the display part 1 (i.e., the dotted line portion shown in FIG7); when the display part 1 is in a second posture, the interaction part 9 is exposed outside the display part 1.

[0050] In some illustrative embodiments, as shown in FIG9, the interaction part 9 is disposed on the display part. When the display part 1 is in a first posture, the interaction part 9 protrudes from the mating surface 211. And / or, when the display part 1 is in a second posture, in the orthographic projection of the display part 1, the projection of the interaction part 9 and the projection of the mating surface 211 at least partially overlap.

[0051] In some illustrative embodiments, as shown in FIG9, the display unit 1 is configured as a generally hexagonal structure. Alternatively, the display unit 1 is configured as a non-rectangular irregular structure.

[0052] In some illustrative embodiments, as shown in FIG9, the display portion 1 has a rectangular (or substantially rectangular) portion and a protrusion extending beyond the long side of the rectangle (the lower side as shown in FIG9). Specifically, the protrusion and the rectangular portion form a substantially hexagonal structure. Furthermore, the interaction portion 9 is disposed on the protrusion. It should be understood that the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited thereto.

[0053] For example, the protrusion and the rectangular part can also be integrally formed into other shapes, specifically pentagons, heptagons, octagons and other irregular structures.

[0054] In this embodiment, when the display unit 1 is in the first position, the protrusion protrudes from the mating surface 211. This allows the user to determine the orientation of the shooting device simply by touch, enabling them to rotate the display unit 1 relative to the handle unit 2 without needing to see the device. This avoids damage to the connection between the auxiliary heating display unit 1 and the handle unit 2 (such as the rotating shaft 5) due to incorrect directional pushing. Furthermore, it increases the versatility of operation, making it more convenient for the user.

[0055] In some illustrative embodiments, the interaction unit 9 includes at least one of a physical button, a solid-state button, and a joystick.

[0056] In some illustrative embodiments, the user can control the shooting device through the interaction unit 9. For example, controlling the shooting device to turn on and / or off, play and / or pause and / or switch the content displayed on the display unit 1, control the attitude of the gimbal unit 7, and other interactive operations suitable for the user to perform on the shooting device. The interaction unit 9 can be any one or a combination of physical buttons (also known as physical buttons, i.e., buttons that require a certain amount of pressure to trigger and provide clear tactile feedback), solid-state buttons (also known as virtual buttons or touch buttons, i.e., buttons that generate electrical signals in response to changes in capacitance or resistance at the trigger position), and joysticks. It should be understood that the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited thereto.

[0057] For example, the interaction unit 9 can also be a scroll wheel, a knob, or any other mechanism suitable for controlling the shooting device through user interaction, which can be set according to actual needs.

[0058] In some illustrative embodiments, the interaction part 9 is disposed on the mating surface 211 of the handle part 2. Furthermore, the interaction part 9 is configured to be completely covered when the display part 1 is in a first posture; and the interaction part 9 is also configured to be completely exposed when the display part 1 is in a second posture. Thus, when the display part 1 is in the first posture, the interaction part 9 is housed inside the display part 1, making the overall appearance of the shooting device more aesthetically pleasing.

[0059] In other illustrative embodiments, the interaction unit 9 includes a first part and a second part, both of which are disposed on the mating surface 211 of the handle. The first and second parts are respectively configured to control different parts and / or different functions of the shooting device. Furthermore, the first part is configured to be completely covered when the display unit 1 is in a first posture; and also configured to be completely exposed when the display unit 1 is in a second posture. Even further, the second part is always exposed outside the display unit 1. In this way, the first and second parts can be configured according to their different functions, so that some parts of the interaction unit 9 that are only used when the display unit 1 is in the second posture (i.e., the first part) are hidden, while other parts that may be used when the display unit is in the first posture (i.e., the second part) are always exposed outside the display unit 1. This makes the arrangement of the interaction unit 9 more reasonable.

[0060] Referring to FIG7, in some illustrative embodiments, the handle portion 2 includes a sidewall 23. When the display portion 1 is in a second posture, at least a portion of the display portion 1 protrudes from the sidewall 23.

[0061] Referring to FIG7, in some illustrative embodiments, when the display portion 1 is in the second posture, the two ends of the display portion 1 that are far apart protrude from the sidewall 23, and the two ends of the display portion 1 that protrude from the sidewall 23 are symmetrical along the handle portion 2. Referring to FIG7, in some illustrative embodiments, when the display portion 1 is in the second posture, the left end and the right end of the display portion 1 protrude from both sides of the handle portion 2, respectively. Specifically, the lengths of the first side 2111 protruding from the left end and the right end of the display portion 1 from the handle portion 2 are the same (i.e., x1 = x2). Furthermore, based on this, the upper part of the display portion 1 in the second posture is also configured to protrude from the second side 2112 (i.e., y1 > 0). In this way, the display portion 1 in the second posture is moved upward as a whole relative to the mating surface, thereby exposing a larger area of ​​the mating surface that was previously covered by the display portion 1.

[0062] In another illustrative embodiment, when the display part 1 is in the second posture, the two ends of the display part 1 that are far apart protrude from the side wall 23, and the two ends of the display part 1 that protrude from the side wall are asymmetrical along the handle part 2.

[0063] For example, the display unit 1 in the second posture may protrude from only one side of the handle unit 2, or the protrusions on both sides may be of different sizes. This is beneficial for accommodating the user's dominant hand (such as left-handed or right-handed) operation, thus satisfying different user operating habits.

[0064] Referring to FIG8, in some other illustrative embodiments, when the display part 1 is in the second posture, the display part 1 is flush with the second side 2112, and the part of the surface 211 that is misaligned with the display part 1 forms an interactive space.

[0065] In this illustrative embodiment, the display portion 1 protrudes from both ends of the handle portion 2, similar to the embodiments shown in Figures 4 and 5, and will not be described again. Furthermore, the upper part of the display portion in the second posture is configured to be flush with the second side 2112 (i.e., y1 = 0).

[0066] Referring to the embodiments shown in Figures 1 to 8, the display unit 1 in both the first and second postures is symmetrical to the handle unit 2. That is, the projections of the center line (the center line along the left-right direction) of the display unit 1 in both the first and second postures coincide with the projection of the center line (the center line along the left-right direction) of the handle unit 2. This configuration of the display unit 1 allows for operation with either hand (i.e., left or right). Furthermore, when displaying images, videos, and the user interface through the display unit 1, the user's viewing angle is always near the center line between the display unit 1 and the handle unit 2, which conforms to the user's viewing habits (i.e., a centered viewing angle). It should be understood that the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited to this.

[0067] Referring to Figures 1 to 8, in some illustrative embodiments, the display unit 1 switches from a first posture to a second posture according to user operation; or, the display unit 1 switches from a second posture to a first posture according to user operation.

[0068] Referring to Figures 1 to 8, in some illustrative embodiments, the display unit 1 is fixedly disposed on the mating surface 211 and rotates between a first posture and a second posture around a rotation point within the mating surface 211.

[0069] In one illustrative embodiment, referring to Figures 2 to 8, when the display unit 1 rotates from the first posture to the second posture, the rotation angle of the display unit 1 is 90°. It should be understood that the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited thereto.

[0070] For example, when the display unit 1 rotates from the first posture to the second posture, the rotation angle of the display unit 1 can be any angle between 10°, 20°, 30°, 40°, 50°, 60°, 70°, 80°, 90°, 190°, 200°, 210°, 220°, 230°, 240°, 250°, 260°, 270°, 90°~180°, and 270°~360°, which can be set according to actual needs.

[0071] To facilitate the description of the embodiments of this disclosure, unless otherwise explained, the following embodiments are described with the rotation angle of the display unit 1 from the first posture to the second posture being 90°.

[0072] Referring to Figures 1 to 6, in some illustrative embodiments, user operation includes pushing the display unit 1 to rotate the display unit 1 clockwise or counterclockwise around a rotation point within the mating surface 211.

[0073] Referring to Figures 1 to 6, in some illustrative embodiments, the display unit 1 rotates to a critical angle in response to a user operation, and further rotates to a first posture or a second posture in the rotation direction after reaching the critical angle.

[0074] The critical angle is defined as the angle at which the display unit 1 needs to be continuously pushed by the user during user operation (such as rotating the display unit 1). Once the display unit 1 reaches this angle (or exceeds this angle), the user can stop the operation, and the display unit 1 will then actively rotate to a first or second posture (described in detail below).

[0075] In some illustrative embodiments, user operation includes the user touching a position on the display unit 1 and continuously pushing the display unit 1 to one side based on that position, causing the display unit 1 to rotate clockwise or counterclockwise around the rotation point in a plane parallel to the mating surface 211, thereby switching between a first posture and a second posture. Specifically, the pushing action must be continuous until the display unit 1 reaches a critical angle, after which the pushing action can be interrupted, at which point the display unit 1 can continue to rotate automatically until it reaches the first posture or the second posture. In one illustrative embodiment, the critical angle includes, but is not limited to, any value configured between 30° and 60°, which can be specifically set according to actual needs. The critical angle includes, but is not limited to, 30°, 35°, 40°, 45°, 50°, 55°, and 60°. It should be understood that the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited to these.

[0076] For example, the critical angle can also be configured to any angle less than 30° or greater than 60°.

[0077] In this implementation, by setting a critical angle, the attitude adjustment process of the display unit 1 (i.e., switching from the first attitude to the second attitude, or switching from the second attitude to the first attitude) is divided into two stages: the stage where the critical angle has not been reached and the stage where the critical angle has been reached.

[0078] In the process of adjusting the posture (i.e., switching from the first posture to the second posture or vice versa) before reaching the critical angle, the user needs to continuously perform user operations. This effectively prevents posture adjustments caused by accidental triggering by the user. When the critical angle is reached, the user can interrupt the user operation and allow the display unit 1 to automatically reach the target position (i.e., the first posture or the second posture). This shortens the travel distance of the user's pushing action (e.g., if the user pushes the display unit 1 to rotate with their finger, there is no need for the finger to push the display unit 1 to rotate along with the entire posture adjustment angle, which is beneficial for users with smaller hands) and reduces the duration of continuous force application during user operation, making the posture switching process more effortless.

[0079] Referring to Figures 1 to 6, in some illustrative embodiments, the imaging device further includes a rotation axis 5. The rotation axis 5 is disposed between the display unit 1 and the handle unit 2, and the display unit 1 is configured to rotate about the axis of the rotation axis 5 between a first posture and a second posture.

[0080] Referring to Figures 1 to 6, in some illustrative embodiments, one axial end of the rotating shaft 5 is connected to the display part 1, and the other axial end of the rotating shaft 5 passes through the mating surface 211 and extends into the handle part 2. The display part 1 rotates relative to the handle part 2 with the rotating shaft 5.

[0081] Referring to FIG1, in some schematic embodiments, the rotating shaft 5 includes a first end 54 with a smaller diameter and a second end 55 with a larger diameter. Specifically, the first end 54 and the second end 55 are coaxially and integrally formed. Further, the diameter of the first end 54 is configured to be less than or equal to the inner diameter of the through hole formed in the housing 21, and the diameter of the second end 55 is configured to be greater than the inner diameter of the through hole. Thus, when the housing 21 of the handle portion 2 is assembled with the rotating shaft 5, the first end of the rotating shaft protrudes from the through hole formed in the housing 21 to connect to the display portion 1, while the second end 55 presses against the inner wall of the housing 21 to prevent the rotating shaft 5 from detaching from the housing 21.

[0082] Referring to FIG1, the mounting frame 11 of the display unit 1 is provided with a plurality of mounting holes 111. Specifically, some of the mounting holes 111 are configured to fit onto the first end of the rotating shaft 5, and other mounting holes can be connected to the rotating shaft 5 by means of connectors (such as screws or bolts). It should be understood that the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited thereto.

[0083] For example, the display unit 1 can also be connected to the rotating shaft 5 by bonding, threaded connection, riveting, integral molding or any other method.

[0084] Referring to Figure 1, in some illustrative embodiments, the imaging device further includes a bearing 4. The inner ring of the bearing 4 is fitted around the outside of the first end of the rotating shaft 5, and the outer ring of the bearing 4 is fitted around the inner edge of the through hole formed in the housing 21, so that the rotating shaft 5 is connected to the housing 21 and can rotate smoothly and steadily relative to the inner edge of the through hole. Further, one end of the rotating shaft 5 protrudes from the mating surface 211 of the housing 21 and is connected to the first mounting surface of the display unit 1 (not shown in Figure 1), so that the display unit 1 rotates about the axis of the rotating shaft 5. The bearing 4 includes, but is not limited to, miniature ball bearings, miniature needle roller bearings, or any other bearing mechanism suitable for assembly between the rotating shaft 5 and the through hole formed in the housing 21.

[0085] Referring to Figures 1 to 6, in some illustrative embodiments, the imaging device further includes an actuator 3. The actuator 3 is configured to apply a damping force opposite to the rotation direction to the display unit 1 before it reaches a critical angle, to prevent the display unit 1 from continuing to rotate along the rotation direction or to cause the display unit 1 to rotate to a first or second posture in a direction opposite to the rotation direction. The actuator 3 is also configured to apply an actuating force in the same direction as the rotation to the display unit 1 after it reaches a critical angle, to cause the display unit 1 to continue rotating along the rotation direction.

[0086] In this embodiment, when the display unit 1 has not reached a critical angle, the actuator 3 is configured to provide a damping force in the opposite direction to the thrust applied by the user. This provides feedback to the user, informing them that they are performing an operation to adjust the display unit 1's attitude (i.e., switching from a first attitude to a second attitude, or from a second attitude to a first attitude), and also resets the display unit 1 to its current attitude (i.e., the first or second attitude) in case of a user error. When the display unit 1 reaches a critical angle, the actuator 3 is configured to provide an actuating force in the same direction as the thrust applied by the user, thereby shortening the user's operation stroke and reducing the duration of the thrust applied by the user, thus alleviating the burden on the user. The display unit 1 may, but is not limited to, rotate when the thrust applied by the user exceeds a critical value. In a preferred embodiment, the critical value of this thrust may, but is not limited to, be configured as 1.6 N.

[0087] Referring to Figures 1 and 3 to 6, in some schematic embodiments, the actuating part 3 includes a magnetic component 31. The magnetic component 31 includes a first magnet 311 and a second magnet 312. The first magnet 311 is disposed on the handle portion. The second magnet 312 is disposed on the display portion, and the second magnet 312 is configured to have an attractive force and / or a repulsive force with the first magnet 311, serving as a damping force and actuating force.

[0088] Referring to Figures 1 and 3 to 6, in some illustrative embodiments, both the first magnet 311 and the second magnet 312 are configured in a fan shape.

[0089] Referring to Figures 1 and 2, a mounting groove 12 is provided on the first mounting surface of the display unit 1 (i.e., the surface facing the viewing angle as shown in Figure 2), and a mounting groove 22 is also provided on the mating surface 211. Specifically, the mounting grooves include, but are not limited to, those provided off-center from the rotation axis 5 and configured in a fan-shaped structure substantially the same as that of the magnet (i.e., the first magnet 311 or the second magnet 312), so that the magnet (i.e., the first magnet 311 or the second magnet 312) fits into the mounting groove.

[0090] In some illustrative embodiments, the thickness of the magnet (i.e., the first magnet 311 or the second magnet 312) may be configured to be approximately the same as the depth of the mounting groove, so that the magnet does not protrude from the mating surface 211 or the first mounting surface, thereby preventing the display portion 1 from being blocked by the magnet when rotating relative to the mating surface 211. It should be understood that the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited thereto.

[0091] For example, the thickness of the magnet (i.e., the first magnet 311 or the second magnet 312) can also be configured to be less than the depth of the mounting groove.

[0092] For example, the thickness of the magnet (i.e., the first magnet 311 or the second magnet 312) can also slightly protrude from the mating surface 211 and / or the first mounting surface without obstructing the display part 1.

[0093] Referring to Figures 1 and 3 to 6, in some illustrative embodiments, when the display unit 1 is in the first posture and the second posture, the projection of the first magnet 311 and the projection of the second magnet 312 partially overlap in the orthographic projection of the display unit 1.

[0094] Referring to Figures 1 and 3 to 6, in some illustrative embodiments, a first magnet 311 is disposed on a mating surface 211 and offset from the axis of the rotation shaft 5, and a second magnet 312 is disposed facing the first magnet 311.

[0095] Referring to Figures 1, 3 and 4, in some illustrative embodiments, both the first magnet 311 and the second magnet 312 are magnetized at both ends along the rotation direction of the display unit 1.

[0096] Referring to Figures 3 and 4, in some illustrative embodiments, the first magnet 311 is configured as a fan-shaped structure with N and S poles. Furthermore, the second magnet 312 is similarly designed, also having N and S poles. Moreover, when the display unit 1 is in a first posture (as shown in Figure 3) and a second posture (as shown in Figure 4), in the orthographic projection of the display unit 1 (the dashed portion in Figures 3 and 4) along the thickness direction (i.e., the direction from the second mounting surface of the display unit to the first mounting surface), the first magnet 311 and the second magnet 312 are both partially overlapping. In this state, the opposite magnetic poles of the first magnet 311 and the second magnet 312 (i.e., the N pole of the first magnet 311 and the S pole of the second magnet 312, or the S pole of the first magnet 311 and the N pole of the second magnet 312) should be opposite each other.

[0097] In such an embodiment, when the display unit 1 is in the first posture (see FIG3), the opposite magnetic poles of the first magnet 311 and the second magnet 312 (i.e., the N pole of the first magnet 311 and the S pole of the second magnet 312) face each other and provide an attractive force so that the display unit 1 is kept in the first posture.

[0098] When the user performs a user operation (such as rotating the display unit 1 in Figure 3 clockwise), the attractive force between the first magnet 311 and the second magnet 312 provides a damping force; as the display unit 1 rotates, when the N pole of the second magnet 312 gradually rotates to face the N pole of the first magnet 311 (that is, the S pole of the second magnet 312 gradually rotates to face the S pole of the first magnet 311), the repulsive force between the first magnet 311 and the second magnet 312 provides a damping force, so that the display unit 1 has a tendency to move in the opposite direction to the user operation (i.e., counterclockwise).

[0099] As the user operates, the display unit 1 overcomes the aforementioned damping force and rotates further. When the N pole of the second magnet 312 gradually rotates to face the S pole of the first magnet 311 (which can be regarded as passing the critical angle), the attraction force provided by the first magnet 311 to the second magnet 312 serves as the actuating force, causing the display unit 1 to rotate further to the second posture (as shown in FIG4), and maintain the second posture under the attraction force of the first magnet 311 and the second magnet 312.

[0100] Referring to Figures 1, 5 and 6, in some other illustrative embodiments, both the first magnet 311 and the second magnet 312 are magnetized at both ends along the thickness direction of the display portion.

[0101] Referring to Figures 5 and 6, in some illustrative embodiments, the first magnet 311 has an N pole and an S pole (the S pole is blocked by the N pole) stacked along the thickness direction of the display section 1. Furthermore, the second magnet 312 is similarly designed, having an S pole and an N pole (the N pole is blocked by the S pole) stacked along the thickness direction of the display section 1. Even further, when the display section 1 is in a first posture (as shown in Figure 5) and a second posture (as shown in Figure 6), in the orthographic projection of the display section 1 (the dashed lines in Figures 5 and 6) along the thickness direction (i.e., the direction from the second mounting surface of the display section to the first mounting surface), the first magnet 311 and the second magnet 312 are both in a partially overlapping state.

[0102] In this embodiment, when the display unit 1 is in the first posture (see FIG5), the same magnetic poles of the first magnet 311 and the second magnet 312 (i.e., the N pole of the first magnet 311 and the S pole of the second magnet 312) face each other and partially overlap. Therefore, the direction of the repulsive force provided by the first magnet 311 to the second magnet 312 is approximately counterclockwise along the rotation axis 5.

[0103] When the user performs a user operation (such as rotating the display part 1 in Figure 5 clockwise), the repulsive force between the first magnet 311 and the second magnet 312 provides a damping force. As the area of ​​the overlapping part of the first magnet 311 and the second magnet 312 becomes larger and larger, the damping force increases accordingly.

[0104] As the user operates, the display unit 1 overcomes the aforementioned damping force and rotates further. When the second magnet 312 gradually rotates to the point of being out of phase with the first magnet 311 (which can be considered as passing the critical angle), the direction of the repulsive force provided by the first magnet 311 to the second magnet 312 is approximately clockwise along the rotation axis 5, so that the display unit 1 rotates further to the second posture (see Figure 4).

[0105] Referring to FIG10, in some illustrative embodiments, the actuating part 3 includes another magnetic component 31. The magnetic component 31 includes a third magnet 313 and an adsorption member 314. The third magnet 313 is disposed in one of the handle portion and the rotating shaft. The adsorption member 314 is disposed in the other of the handle portion and the rotating shaft, and is made of a material that can be attracted by the third magnet 313, and is configured to use the attractive force between itself and the third magnet 313 as a damping force and actuating force.

[0106] Referring to FIG10, in some illustrative embodiments, the magnetic component 31 includes at least two third magnets 313. The at least two third magnets 313 are circumferentially spaced along a rotation axis. An adsorption member 314 is disposed on the rotation axis and faces the third magnets 313. The adsorption member 314 is configured to be attracted by at least one third magnet 313.

[0107] Referring to FIG10, in some illustrative embodiments, when the adsorption member 314 is adsorbed by a third magnet 313, the display unit is in a first posture. When the adsorption member 314 is adsorbed by another third magnet 313, the display unit is in a second posture.

[0108] Referring to FIG10, in some illustrative embodiments, a flange 51 is provided at one end of the rotating shaft 5 (the upper right end as shown in FIG10). Specifically, an adsorption member 314 is provided on the flange 51. Furthermore, two third magnets 313 are spaced apart on the mating surface 211.

[0109] In one illustrative embodiment, the handle portion 2 is provided with two parallel rib structures. Further, two third magnets 313 are respectively disposed on one of the rib structures, and the third magnets are configured to be magnetized along their upper and lower ends as shown in Figure 3. Even further, an adsorption element 314 is provided on the portion of the flange 51 facing the third magnets 313. The adsorption element 314 includes, but is not limited to, any one of the following: ferromagnetic materials (such as at least one of iron alloys, cobalt alloys, and nickel alloys), rare earth materials (such as neodymium, dysprosium, etc.), and certain oxides (such as iron(III) oxide, nickel sulfide, etc.).

[0110] In this embodiment, as shown in FIG10, when the display unit 1 is in the first posture, the adsorption member 314 on the rotating shaft 5 is attracted by the third magnet 313 located at the upper part, so that the side of the flange 51 (the upper side as shown in FIG10) is pressed tightly against the rib structure located at the upper part.

[0111] When the user performs a user operation (such as rotating the rotation axis 5 in Figure 10 clockwise), the attraction force provided by the third magnet 313 to the adsorption member 314 acts as a damping force.

[0112] Referring to FIG10, the third magnet 313 located above the rotation axis 5 (attracting the adsorption member 314 located on the upper part of the flange 51) provides a first attractive force to rotate the rotation axis 5 counterclockwise, while the third magnet 313 located below the rotation axis 5 (attracting the adsorption member 314 located on the lower part of the flange 51) provides a second attractive force to rotate the rotation axis 5 clockwise. As the rotation angle of the rotation axis 5 (which can be regarded as the display unit 1) increases, the distance between the third magnet 313 located below the rotation axis 5 and the adsorption member 314 decreases (when the distance between the adsorption members 314 on both sides of the rotation axis 5 and the third magnet 313 on the same side is the same, it can be regarded as a critical angle), until the second attractive force is greater than the first attractive force, which can cause the rotation axis 5 (which can be regarded as the display unit 1) to rotate further to a second posture. It should be understood that the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited thereto.

[0113] For example, a third magnet 313 can be provided on the rotating shaft 5, and an adsorption member 314 can be provided in the circumferential direction of the rotating shaft 5.

[0114] For example, in some other illustrative embodiments, the adsorption element 314 further includes a fourth magnet. Specifically, the fourth magnet should be configured with its magnetic poles opposite to those of the opposing third magnet 313, so that they have an adsorption force, which serves as both a damping force and an actuating force. The principle is largely the same as that described above using the adsorption element 314, and therefore will not be repeated.

[0115] In one illustrative embodiment, the first magnet 311, the second magnet 312, the third magnet 313 and the fourth magnet are, but are not limited to, made of ferromagnetic materials (such as iron, cobalt, nickel and alloys containing iron, cobalt and nickel), hard magnetic materials (such as carbon steel), rare earth materials (such as neodymium, samarium, dysprosium and other magnetic materials).

[0116] Referring to Figures 11 and 12, in some illustrative embodiments, the actuating part 3 includes an elastic element 32. The elastic element 32 is configured to use elastic force as both a damping force and an actuating force.

[0117] Referring to Figures 11 and 12, in some schematic embodiments, the rotating shaft 5 includes a mounting end 52 and a cam 53. The mounting end 52 is rotatably disposed on a mating surface. The cam 53 is coaxially disposed on the mounting end 52 and connected to the display unit, with the convex side of the cam 53 extending radially outward along the rotating shaft 5. The actuating unit 3 also includes a pressing member. The pressing member is slidably disposed on the handle portion along the radial direction of the rotating shaft 5 and is configured to move between a proximity position close to the rotating shaft 5 and a distance position away from the rotating shaft 5. The elastic member 32 is configured to provide pressure that brings the pressing member close to the rotating shaft 5, causing the pressing member to press against the convex side of the cam 53.

[0118] Referring to Figures 11 and 12, in some schematic embodiments, the convex side has a first side 531 and a second side 532 symmetrically arranged along the centerline of the cam 53. When the pressing member is pressed against the first side 531, the display unit is in a first posture, and when the pressing member is pressed against the second side 532, the display unit is in a second posture.

[0119] Referring to FIG11, in one schematic embodiment, the display unit 11 further includes a connecting portion 13. Specifically, the connecting portion 13 includes a first plate 131 and a second plate 132 that are parallel to each other. Specifically, the first plate 131 and the second plate 132 are stacked and formed into a single connecting portion 13 by a connector (such as a screw or bolt). Further, the first plate 131 and the second plate 132 are stacked and spaced apart to form a mounting space between the first plate 131 and the second plate 132.

[0120] Referring to FIG11, in one schematic embodiment, the first plate 131 is also connected to the first mounting surface (the surface facing the mating surface) of the display part 11, and the second plate 132 is also connected to the mounting end 52 of the rotating shaft 5, so that the connecting part 13 and the mounting frame 11 (i.e. the display part 1) rotate relative to the axis of the mounting end 52.

[0121] Referring to Figures 11 and 12, in one schematic embodiment, the cam 53 is integrally connected to the second plate 132 (i.e., located within the mounting space) of the connecting portion 13, and an elastic member 32 and a pressing member 33 are also provided on the surface of the second plate 132 where the cam 53 is located (the lower surface shown in Figure 11). Specifically, the portion of the pressing member 33 facing the convex side of the cam 53 has a protrusion 331, so that it tightly presses against the convex side of the cam 331 under the elastic action of the elastic member 32.

[0122] Referring to Figures 11 and 12, in some schematic embodiments, the second plate 132 is further provided with a guide member 34 and a protrusion 35. Specifically, the guide member 34 includes two guide rails symmetrically arranged on both sides of the pressing member 33, and the extending direction of the two guide rails (from the lower left to the upper right as shown in Figure 12) is parallel to the sliding direction of the pressing member 33. Furthermore, the pressing member 33 and the guide member 34 are slidably engaged, so that the sliding direction of the pressing member 33 is restricted by the guide member 34. Even further, the second plate 132 is also provided with a protrusion 35, and an elastic member 32 is provided between the protrusion 35 and the pressing member 33, the elastic direction of which is parallel to the sliding direction of the pressing member 33. The elastic member 32 may include, but is not limited to, a compression spring.

[0123] In this embodiment, under the action of the guide member 34, the pressing member 33, which is pressed by the elastic member 52, can only move in the direction close to the cam 53 and away from the cam (even if the protrusion 331 on the pressing member 33 can only move towards the axis close to the rotation axis 5 or away from the rotation axis). When the display part 1 is in the first posture (which can be regarded as the pressing member 33 and the cam 53 being in the position shown in FIG. 12), the pressing member 33 presses against the first side 531 of the cam 53.

[0124] When the user performs a user operation (such as rotating the rotating shaft 5 in Figure 12 counterclockwise), the top pressure member 33 presses against the first side 531 of the cam 53 to provide damping force.

[0125] As the rotation angle of the rotating shaft 5 (which can be considered as the display unit 1) increases, the pressing member 33, located at the midpoint of the cam 53 (which can be considered as passing the critical angle), presses against the second side 532 of the cam 53, thereby causing the rotating shaft 5 (which can be considered as the display unit 1) to rotate further to the second posture. It should be understood that the embodiments disclosed herein are not limited to this. For example, the elastic member 32 may also be a tension spring, that is, the protrusion 35 is provided on the other side of the cam 53 so that the contraction direction of the tension spring is consistent with the pressing direction of the compression spring shown in FIG12.

[0126] Referring to Figures 13 to 17, in some illustrative embodiments, one end of the elastic member 32 is disposed on the portion of the rotating shaft 5 offset from the axis, and the other end of the elastic member 32 is disposed in the mounting cavity formed in the handle portion 2.

[0127] Referring to Figures 13 to 17, in some illustrative embodiments, the elastic element 32 is at least one of a torsion spring, a compression spring, and a tension spring.

[0128] Referring to Figures 13 to 17, in some illustrative embodiments, a mounting cavity is formed inside the housing 21 of the handle portion 2. Furthermore, the larger diameter second end of the rotating shaft 5 (as shown in Figure 3, the end facing the viewing angle) is located within this mounting cavity.

[0129] Referring to Figures 13 to 17, in some illustrative embodiments, a flange 51 is provided on the second end of the rotating shaft 5, and the end of the flange 51 away from the rotating shaft 5 (the lower right end as shown in Figure 3) protrudes radially from the rotating shaft 5. Furthermore, an elastic member 32 is provided between the flange 51 and the inner wall facing the mounting cavity (the right inner wall as shown in Figure 3).

[0130] Referring to Figures 13 to 17, the elastic element 32 includes, but is not limited to, a torsion spring. Specifically, the short arm 321 of the torsion spring is connected to the inner wall of the mounting cavity. Further, the long arm 322 of the torsion spring is connected to the flange 51. By connecting the long arm 322 of the torsion spring to the flange 51 on the rotating shaft 5, a larger torsion angle can be provided under the same torque to limit or facilitate the rotation of the rotating shaft 5. Connecting the short arm 321 to the inner wall of the mounting cavity allows the torsion spring to swing with a smaller torsion angle relative to the inner wall of the mounting cavity, thus avoiding interference with other parts within the mounting cavity. It should be understood that the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited thereto.

[0131] For example, the short arm 321 of the torsion spring can be connected to the flange 51, while the long arm 322 of the torsion spring is correspondingly disposed on the inner wall of the mounting cavity.

[0132] In this embodiment, the torsion spring is compressed when the display unit 1 is in the first or second posture. As the posture of the display unit 1 is adjusted (i.e., switching from the first posture to the second posture, or switching from the second posture to the first posture), the torsion spring is further compressed. At the same time, the torsion spring also swings about the connection position between the short arm 321 and the inner wall of the mounting cavity as an axis with the rotation of the flange 51, thereby changing the direction of the elastic force applied by the torsion spring.

[0133] Before the direction of the elastic force reaches the line connecting the axis of the rotation shaft 5 with the connection point of the short arm 321 and the inner wall of the mounting cavity, the direction of the elastic force is opposite to the rotation direction of the rotation shaft 5, thereby providing damping force. When the direction of the elastic force reaches the line connecting the axis of the rotation shaft 5 with the connection point of the short arm 321 and the inner wall of the mounting cavity, the corresponding rotation angle of the rotation shaft 5 can be regarded as the aforementioned critical angle. Since the elastic force applied by the torsion spring extends along the unfolding direction that is far apart from the long arm 322 and the short arm 321, the rotation shaft 5 will not remain at the critical angle, but will continue to rotate beyond the critical angle. At this time, the direction of the elastic force applied by the torsion spring is located on the other side of the line connecting the axis of the rotation shaft 5 with the connection point of the short arm 321 and the inner wall of the mounting cavity, thereby becoming an actuating force in the same direction as the rotation, so as to further adjust the posture of the display unit 1. It should be understood that the embodiments disclosed herein are not limited to this.

[0134] For example, the elastic element 32 can also be a compression spring, which can be designed similarly to a torsion spring, and is located between the flange 51 and the inner wall facing the flange 51 (the right inner wall as shown in Figure 3). It swings around the connection position between the compression spring and the inner wall of the mounting cavity as the rotation shaft 5 rotates, so that the elastic force generated by compression can be used as a damping force or actuating force.

[0135] For example, the elastic element 32 can also be a tension spring, which can be disposed between the flange 51 and the inner wall (the left inner wall as shown in Figure 3) that is far away from the flange 51, and swings around the connection position between the tension spring and the inner wall of the mounting cavity as the rotating shaft 5 rotates, so that the elastic force generated by the tension can be used as a damping force or actuating force.

[0136] The different embodiments described above, which use the elastic element 32 or the magnetic component 31 as the actuating part 3, each have the following advantages.

[0137] The implementation of using the elastic element 32 as the actuating part 3 has high reliability and is suitable for effectively switching the display part 1 between the first posture and the second posture in complex magnetic fields generated inside and / or outside the shooting device, thereby avoiding the display part 1 from stopping at a certain position between the first posture and the second posture due to magnetic field interference.

[0138] In the embodiment of the actuation unit 3, the magnetic component 31 is used as the actuation unit 3. The limiting position can be achieved by the attraction between the magnets, so there is no need to set a separate limiting unit 6. Moreover, by setting three or more first magnets (such as setting multiple first magnets at circumferential intervals along the rotation axis 5), the display unit 1 can have more intermediate positions between the first position and the second position.

[0139] Referring to Figures 1 to 6, in some illustrative embodiments, the imaging device further includes a limiting part 6. The limiting part 6 is configured to restrict the rotation of the display part 1 so that the display part 1 is held in a first posture and a second posture.

[0140] Referring to Figures 1 to 6, the limiting part 6 includes a limiting groove 61 and a limiting block 62. The limiting groove 61 is disposed in one of the handle part and the display part 1, and extends circumferentially along the rotation axis, with the two ends of the rotation axis forming a first limiting position and a second limiting position. The limiting block 62 is disposed in the other of the handle part and the display part 1, and is configured to slide relative to the limiting groove 61 and press against the first limiting position or the second limiting position when the display part 1 is rotated, so that the display part 1 is held in a first posture and a second posture.

[0141] Referring to Figures 1 to 6, a limiting groove 61 is provided on the mating surface 211. Specifically, the limiting groove 61 forms an arc-shaped limiting groove structure around the rotation axis 5, and this arc-shaped limiting groove structure is concentrically arranged with the rotation axis 5. Furthermore, the two ends of the arc of the limiting groove 61 form a first limiting position and a second limiting position.

[0142] In one illustrative embodiment, a limiting block 62 is provided on the first mounting surface of the display unit 1, facing the limiting groove 61 (as shown in FIG2). Specifically, the limiting block 62 is slidably disposed within the limiting groove 61 so that when the display unit 1 rotates relative to the handle unit 2, it slides relative to the limiting groove 61 until it abuts against a first limiting position or a second limiting position, thereby restricting the display unit 1 from continuing to swing relative to the mating surface 211, thus maintaining the display unit 1 in a first posture or a second posture. The limiting block 62 includes, but is not limited to, a fan-shaped structure configured with a width approximately the same as the limiting groove 61. It should be understood that the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited thereto.

[0143] For example, the limiting block 62 can also be configured as a cylinder, an elliptical cylinder, or other body structure suitable for fitting into the limiting groove 61 and sliding relative to the limiting groove 61.

[0144] For example, the limiting groove 61 can also be provided on the first mounting surface of the display part 1, and correspondingly, the limiting block 62 is provided on the mating surface so that the handle part 2 has a similar limiting effect on the display part 1 as described above, which will not be described in detail here.

[0145] Referring to FIG13, in some illustrative embodiments, the handle portion 2 includes a housing 21 and a rear cover 24. Specifically, the housing 21 has through holes on the sidewall (lower sidewall shown in FIG1) where the mating surface 21 is provided.

[0146] Referring to Figures 13, 15, and 17, in some schematic embodiments, the limiting portion 6 includes a cover 63. The cover 63 is disposed within the handle portion 2, and a through hole 631 is provided within the cover 63. The through hole 631 extends circumferentially along the rotation axis 5, and its two ends form a first limiting position and a second limiting position. A portion of the flange 51 is located within the through hole 631 and is configured to rotate with the rotation axis 5 to press against the first limiting position or the second limiting position, thereby maintaining the display portion in the first and second postures.

[0147] In some illustrative embodiments, the cover 63 includes, but is not limited to, a sheet structure configured as generally rectangular. Specifically, the cover 63 is disposed within the mounting cavity formed by the housing 21 and covers the outer side of the second end of the rotating shaft 5. Further, the cover 63 is provided with a through hole 631, the side of the through hole 631 facing the rotating shaft (the lower side as shown in FIG. 13) forming an arc-shaped segment, the two ends of which respectively form a first limiting position and a second limiting position. The arc of the aforementioned arc-shaped segment should be configured to be at least 90°. It should be understood that the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited thereto.

[0148] For example, the arc segment can also be configured to 60°, 70°, 80°, 90°, 100°, 110°, 120°, 130°, 140° and other arbitrary angles.

[0149] In some illustrative embodiments, the flange 51 also protrudes axially from the second end of the rotation shaft 5, and the protruding portion is located within the through hole 631 formed by the cover 63. Specifically, the flange 51, when projected along the axial direction of the rotation shaft 5, forms a generally triangular structure. The end of the flange 51 located outside the rotation shaft 5 is configured to connect to the elastic member 3, and the two ends of the flange 51 located inside the rotation shaft 5 form abutment ends (the left and right ends as shown in FIG. 1). Furthermore, the first and second limiting positions formed by the through hole 631, as well as the surfaces of the abutment ends formed by the flange 51, are all flat. Thus, when the rotation shaft 5 rotates, the flange 51 rotates synchronously with the rotation shaft 5 until one abutment end presses against the opposing first or second limiting positions to limit the flange 51 (i.e., the rotation shaft) and maintain the display unit 1 in the first or second posture.

[0150] In a preferred embodiment, the arc of the arc segment is configured to be approximately 180°. Correspondingly, the arc of the fan-shaped region between the surfaces of the two abutting ends of the flange 51 is configured to be approximately 90°. This results in a larger width between the two abutting ends of the flange 51, leading to a larger volume and higher strength for the flange 51 with the same thickness, which is beneficial for extending its service life. It should be understood that the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited thereto.

[0151] For example, the curvature of the arc segment is configured to be approximately 150°. Correspondingly, the curvature of the fan-shaped region between the surfaces of the two abutting ends of the flange 51 can be configured to be approximately 60°.

[0152] For example, the curvature of the arc segment is configured to be approximately 120°. Correspondingly, the curvature of the fan-shaped region between the surfaces of the two abutting ends of the flange 51 can be configured to be approximately 30°.

[0153] In this embodiment, the curvature of the fan-shaped region formed between the two abutting ends of the flange 51 is adapted to the curvature of the arc segment formed by the through hole 631 to meet the angle requirements of the display unit 1 when switching between the first and second postures. Correspondingly, if the angle when the display unit 1 switches between the first and second postures is an angle other than 90°, the curvature of the arc segment and the curvature of the fan-shaped region formed between the two abutting ends of the flange 51 can be adaptively designed.

[0154] Referring to Figures 13 to 17, in some illustrative embodiments, the shooting device further includes a gimbal unit 7. The gimbal unit 7 is disposed at the top of the handle unit 2; the interaction unit controls the gimbal unit 7 according to the user's interactive operation on the interaction unit.

[0155] Referring to Figures 13 to 17, the gimbal unit 7 includes, but is not limited to, a three-axis gimbal. Specifically, it includes a first arm 71 and a second arm 72. The first end of the first arm 71 is rotatably disposed on the upper end of the handle unit 2, and the first end of the second arm 72 is rotatably disposed on the second end of the first arm 71. Furthermore, the second end of the second arm 72 is configured to mount an external shooting device 8.

[0156] It should be understood that the embodiments disclosed herein are not limited thereto. For example, the gimbal unit 7 may also be a multi-axis gimbal other than a single-axis gimbal or a three-axis gimbal.

[0157] Referring to Figures 13 to 17, taking the gimbal unit 7 of a three-axis gimbal as an example, the attitude of the gimbal unit 7 includes roll angle, pitch angle, and yaw angle. Furthermore, the interaction unit can generate control commands corresponding to the attitude of the gimbal unit 7 based on user operation. The gimbal unit 7 can adjust at least one of the roll angle, pitch angle, and yaw angle in response to the control commands, so that the shooting device 8 is in a suitable shooting attitude.

[0158] Referring to Figures 13 to 17, in some illustrative embodiments, a shooting device is provided on the gimbal, and the attitude of the shooting device is adjusted by adjusting the attitude of the gimbal.

[0159] Referring to Figures 13 to 17, the shooting device has different shooting modes in response to different postures of the gimbal. The shooting modes include at least one of the following: centering mode, lock mode, follow mode, horizontal shooting mode, and vertical shooting mode.

[0160] Referring to FIG16, in some illustrative embodiments, the imaging device further includes a detection unit 10, configured to detect whether the display unit 1 is in a first posture or a second posture. The imaging device responds to the first posture of the display unit 1 being in a vertical shooting mode, and also responds to the second posture of the display unit 1 being in a horizontal shooting mode.

[0161] Referring to FIG16, in some illustrative embodiments, the detection unit 10 outputs a first detection signal based on the display unit 1 in a first posture, and outputs a second detection signal based on the display unit 1 in a second posture.

[0162] In some illustrative embodiments, the detection unit 10 is at least one of a micro switch, a Hall sensor, an angle sensor, and a photoelectric sensor.

[0163] Referring to FIG16, the description will be based on an example where the detection unit 10 uses a Hall sensor. The detection unit 10 (i.e., the Hall sensor) includes an excitation end 101 and a sensing end 102. Specifically, the sensing end 102 is disposed on the mating surface 211, and the excitation end 101 is disposed on the first mounting surface of the display unit 1.

[0164] In this embodiment, when the display unit 1 is in a first posture, the excitation end 101 is positioned facing the sensing end 102 so that the sensing end 102 outputs a first detection signal; when the display unit 1 is in a second posture, the excitation end 101 and the sensing end 102 are misaligned so that the sensing end outputs a second detection signal. It should be understood that the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited thereto.

[0165] For example, when a micro switch is used in the detection unit 10, it can be placed on the mating surface 211 (which can be understood as being placed at a position such as the sensing end 102). When the display unit is in the first posture, the micro switch is covered by the display unit 1 and pressed against the display unit 1 to output a first detection signal; when the display unit is in the second posture, the micro switch is misaligned with the display unit 1 to trigger a second detection signal.

[0166] For example, when a photoelectric sensor is used in the detection unit 10, the photoelectric sensor includes a receiving end and a transmitting end, which can also be arranged with reference to the positions of the sensing end 102 and the excitation end 101 described above. When the display unit 1 is in the first posture, the transmitting end is positioned facing the receiving end so that the receiving end outputs a first detection signal; when the display unit is in the second posture, the transmitting end and the receiving end are offset so that the receiving end outputs a second detection signal.

[0167] Referring to Figures 18 and 19, in some illustrative embodiments, in a coordinate system formed by a first direction parallel to the first side 2111 and a second direction parallel to the second side 2112, when the display unit 1 switches from the first posture to the second posture, the coordinate value of the reference point in the display unit 1 along the first direction remains unchanged or increases, so that the orthographic projection of the display unit 1 and the second side 2112 at least partially coincide.

[0168] Referring to Figures 18 and 19, in some illustrative embodiments, in the coordinate system, the coordinate of the rotation point along the first direction is greater than half the length of the first side 2111, and the coordinate along the second direction is greater than half the length of the second side 2112.

[0169] Referring to Figures 18 and 19, in some illustrative embodiments, when the display unit 1 switches from the first posture to the second posture, the distance between the reference point and the rotation point remains unchanged.

[0170] Referring to Figures 18 and 19, in some schematic embodiments, in the orthographic projection of the display unit 1, the projection of the axis of rotation 5 (point o' as shown in Figure 18) is offset from the midpoint of the display unit 1 and also offset from the midpoint of the mating surface 211. Specifically, a coordinate system is established with the first direction (Y direction as shown in Figure 18) as the vertical axis, the second direction (X direction as shown in Figure 18) as the horizontal axis, and the intersection of the long and short sides of the display unit 1 in the first posture as the origin.

[0171] The length of the long side of display unit 1 is L2 as shown in Figure 18, and the length of the short side of display unit 1 is L1 as shown in Figure 18. Reference point B is the intersection of the long and short sides of display unit 1 in the first posture. When display unit 1 switches from the first posture to the second posture, the display unit rotates 90° around the rotation point (i.e., the axis of the rotation axis, i.e., point o').

[0172] Based on the coordinate system shown in Figure 18, and using points B and B' before and after rotation as the aforementioned reference points, a vector diagram as shown in Figure 19 is formed. The rotation process of display unit 1 can be considered as the change process of vector b, that is, the rotation process of b around point O'.

[0173] In the first posture, the b vector points from point o' to point B;

[0174] When the display unit 1 switches from the first posture to the second posture, it can be regarded as translating it along vector a to the origin O(A) and then rotating it 90 degrees clockwise to obtain vector b'; and then translating it back to point o' along vector a.

[0175] Based on this, the y-coordinate value of B' is greater than or equal to the y-coordinate value of B (e.g., Y). b =Y b’ The first constraint condition is that when the display unit 1 rotates from the first posture to the second posture, the orthographic projection of the display unit 1 at least partially coincides with the second side 2112.

[0176] With the x-coordinate value of B' being (L1+L2) / 2 as the second constraint, the two ends of the display part 1 protruding from the handle part 2 in the second posture are symmetrical.

[0177] With the coordinates of the rotation point o' (i.e., the endpoint of vector a) located in the upper right part of the display, i.e., L2-L1<Y a < L2 - L1 / 2, and L1 / 2 < Y a <L1 is the third constraint condition, which reduces the amount of computation required to select the rotation point (i.e., point o').

[0178] Based on the above three constraints, the coordinates of the rotation point (i.e., point o') in the coordinate system and the side length of the display part 1 corresponding to the rotation point are obtained.

[0179] In some illustrative embodiments, the coordinates of the rotation point are (30, 42), and correspondingly, the length and width of the display section are 72x48.

[0180] Based on the coordinates of the rotation point and the size of the display section, the position of the rotation axis 5 on the mating surface 211 is configured, and the length and width of the display section 1 are configured so that in the second state, the second side 2112 of the mating surface 211 coincides exactly with the long side of the display section 1.

[0181] In some other illustrative embodiments, the coordinates of the rotation point are (31.5, 45), and correspondingly, the length and width of the display section are 72x45.

[0182] Alternatively, the coordinates of the rotation point are (23.1875, 33.1250), and the corresponding length and width of the display section are 53x33.1250.

[0183] Based on the coordinates of the two rotation points and the size of the display section, the position of the rotation axis 5 on the mating surface 211 is configured, and the length and width of the display section 1 are configured, so that in the second state, the second side 2112 of the mating surface 211 is located within the projection of the display section 1.

[0184] Example 2

[0185] Referring to Figures 1 to 19, this disclosure also provides a shooting device, including a handle portion 2 and a display portion 1. The handle portion 2 is provided with a mating surface 211, which has adjacent first side 2111 and second side 2112, the length of the first side 2111 being greater than that of the second side 2112. The display portion 1 is rotatably disposed on the mating surface 211. When the display portion 1 is rotated from a first posture to a second posture, the display portion 1 protrudes from the second side 2112 or is flush with the second side 2112, and the portion of the mating surface 211 that is misaligned with the display portion 1 forms an interactive space.

[0186] Referring to Figures 1 to 8, in some illustrative embodiments, the interactive part is disposed in the interactive space. When the display part 1 is in a first posture, at least a portion of the interactive part is covered by the display part 1; when the display part 1 is in a second posture, the interactive part is exposed outside the display part 1.

[0187] Referring to Figures 1 to 19, when the display unit 1 is in the first posture, it is located within the mating surface 211; when the display unit 1 is in the second posture, it only covers one end of the mating surface 211 (the upper end as shown in Figures 2 and 4). This ensures that the interaction space at the other end of the mating surface 211 exposed outside the display unit 1 (the lower end as shown in Figures 2 and 4) is complete and continuous. This results in a larger overall area of ​​the interaction space exposed outside the display unit 1 compared to the mating surface currently divided into two parts by the display unit. This facilitates the effective utilization of this interaction space to accommodate other accessories required for the shooting equipment, thereby enriching the functionality of the shooting equipment and handheld gimbal, and providing a reasonable and aesthetically pleasing layout.

[0188] Example 3

[0189] Referring to Figures 1 to 19, this disclosure also provides a handheld gimbal, including a handle portion 2, a display portion 1, and a gimbal portion 7. The handle portion 2 is provided with a mating surface 211, which has adjacent first sides 2111 and second sides 2112, the length of the first side 2111 being greater than the length of the second side 2112. The display portion 1 has a first posture and a second posture. When the display portion 1 is in the first posture, the display portion 1 substantially overlaps with the mating surface 211; when the display portion 1 is in the second posture, the orthographic projection of the handle portion 2 and the second side 2112 at least partially overlap. The gimbal portion 7 is disposed at the top of the handle portion 2, and a shooting device 8 is provided on the gimbal portion 7. The posture of the shooting device 8 is adjusted by adjusting the posture of the gimbal portion 7. The display portion 1 is configured to display the shooting content and / or shooting parameters of the shooting device 8.

[0190] In some illustrative embodiments, referring to Figures 1 to 19, one side wall of the handle portion 2 (the lower side wall shown in Figure 1) forms a mating surface 211. Specifically, this mating surface 211 includes, but is not limited to, a region configured as a generally rectangular shape, having two opposing first sides 2111, and a second side 2112 located between the two first sides 2111, wherein the second side 2112 is generally flush with the upper end of the handle portion 2.

[0191] Referring to Figures 2 and 6, when the display unit 1 is in the first posture, it is located within the mating surface 211; when the display unit 1 is in the second posture, it only covers one end of the mating surface 211 (the upper end as shown in Figures 2 and 6). This ensures that the other end of the mating surface 211 exposed outside the display unit 1 (the lower end as shown in Figures 2 and 6) is complete and continuous. Furthermore, the upper part of the display unit 1 in the second posture protrudes from the second side 2112, further increasing the area of ​​the mating surface 211 exposed outside the display unit 1. This results in a larger overall area for the portion exposed outside the display unit 1 compared to the mating surface currently divided into two parts by the display unit. This facilitates effective utilization of this area to accommodate other accessories required for the shooting equipment, thereby enriching the functionality of the shooting equipment and handheld gimbal, and providing a reasonable and aesthetically pleasing layout.

[0192] Referring to Figures 1 to 19, the attitude of the gimbal unit 7 includes at least one of roll angle, pitch angle and yaw angle.

[0193] Referring to Figures 1 to 19, the gimbal unit 7 includes, but is not limited to, a three-axis gimbal. Specifically, it includes a first arm 71 and a second arm 72. The first end of the first arm 71 is rotatably disposed on the upper end of the handle unit 2, and the first end of the second arm 72 is rotatably disposed on the second end of the first arm 71. Furthermore, the second end of the second arm 72 is configured to mount an external shooting device 8.

[0194] It should be understood that the embodiments disclosed herein are not limited thereto. For example, the gimbal unit 7 may also be a multi-axis gimbal other than a single-axis gimbal or a three-axis gimbal.

[0195] Referring to Figures 1 to 19, the shooting device 8 has different shooting modes in response to different postures of the gimbal 7. The shooting modes include at least one of the following: centering mode, lock mode, follow mode, horizontal shooting mode, and vertical shooting mode.

[0196] In centering mode, the gimbal 7 will automatically adjust the shooting device 8 to a horizontal neutral position to ensure stable shooting;

[0197] In lock-on mode, the pitch and roll axes of the gimbal 7 are locked, and only the horizontal rotation axis can move (i.e., only the yaw angle can be adjusted). This mode is configured for shooting scenarios that require a fixed shooting direction and can be configured to follow a target moving in a straight line.

[0198] In follow mode, the handheld gimbal is allowed to move in accordance with the user's actions. When the user moves the handheld gimbal, the shooting device 8 will maintain the same direction and angle as the handheld gimbal. This mode is configured to shoot moving targets or perform panoramic shooting.

[0199] In landscape mode, the horizontal rotation axis of the gimbal 7 is horizontal. Landscape mode is the main shooting mode (i.e., standard shooting mode) for handheld gimbals, configured for horizontal shooting. This mode is configured to shoot wide-angle landscapes or horizontally composed photos.

[0200] In portrait mode, the horizontal rotation axis of the gimbal 7 is vertical. Portrait mode is configured to shoot vertical content, such as portraits or tall buildings.

[0201] Referring to Figures 1 to 19, the shooting device 8 is in vertical shooting mode in response to the first posture of the display unit 1, and the shooting device 8 is also in horizontal shooting mode in response to the second posture of the display unit 1.

[0202] In some illustrative embodiments, the handheld gimbal can generate control commands based on user operations on the display unit 1 to control the horizontal rotation axis of the gimbal to be in a horizontal or vertical position, so as to adjust to the posture of the display unit. Specifically, when the display unit 1 is in a first posture, the horizontal rotation axis of the gimbal 7 is maintained in a vertical state; similarly, when the display unit 1 is in a second posture, the horizontal rotation axis of the gimbal 7 is maintained in a vertical state.

[0203] Referring to Figures 1 to 19, the handheld gimbal also includes an interaction unit, which controls at least one of the display unit 1, the gimbal unit 7, and the shooting device 8 based on the user's interactive operation on the interaction unit.

[0204] Referring to Figures 1 to 19, taking the gimbal section 7 of a three-axis gimbal as an example, the attitude of the gimbal section 7 includes roll angle, pitch angle and yaw angle.

[0205] In some illustrative embodiments, the interaction unit can generate control commands corresponding to the attitude of the gimbal unit 7 based on user operations. The gimbal unit 7 can adjust at least one of the roll angle, pitch angle and yaw angle in response to the control commands so that the shooting device 8 is in a suitable shooting attitude.

[0206] In some illustrative embodiments, the interactive unit can also control the shooting parameters of the shooting device 8 according to user operation; and / or the interactive unit can also control the display brightness of the display unit 1 and the playback or pause of the displayed content according to user operation. It should be understood that the embodiments of this disclosure are not limited thereto.

[0207] For example, the interaction unit can also be configured to focus or perform other operations on the shooting device 8, without any specific limitations here.

[0208] Example 4

[0209] Referring to Figures 1 to 19, this disclosure also provides a handheld gimbal, including a handle portion 2, a display portion 1, and a gimbal portion 7. The handle portion 2 is provided with a mating surface 211, which has adjacent first sides 2111 and second sides 2112, the length of the first side 2111 being greater than the length of the second side 2112. The display portion 1 is rotatably disposed on the mating surface 211. When the display portion 1 rotates from a first posture to a second posture, the display portion 1 protrudes beyond the second side 2112 or is flush with the second side 2112, and the portion of the mating surface 211 that is misaligned with the display portion 1 forms an interactive space. The gimbal portion 7 is disposed at the top of the handle portion 2, and a shooting device 8 is provided on the gimbal portion 7. The posture of the shooting device 8 is adjusted by adjusting the posture of the gimbal portion 7. The display portion 1 is configured to display the shooting content and / or shooting parameters of the shooting device 8.

[0210] Referring to Figures 1 to 19, when the display unit 1 is in the first posture, it is located within the mating surface 211; when the display unit 1 is in the second posture, it only covers one end of the mating surface 211 (the upper end as shown in Figures 2 and 6). This ensures that the interaction space at the other end of the mating surface 211 exposed outside the display unit 1 (the lower end as shown in Figures 2 and 6) is complete and continuous. This results in a larger overall area of ​​the interaction space exposed outside the display unit 1 compared to the mating surface currently divided into two parts by the display unit. This facilitates the effective utilization of this interaction space to accommodate other accessories required for the shooting equipment, thereby enriching the functionality of the shooting equipment and handheld gimbal, and providing a reasonable and aesthetically pleasing layout.

[0211] It should also be noted that the directional terms mentioned in the embodiments, such as "up," "down," "front," "back," "left," and "right," are only for reference in the accompanying drawings and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this disclosure. Throughout the drawings, the same elements are represented by the same or similar reference numerals. Conventional structures or constructions will be omitted where they may cause confusion in understanding this disclosure.

[0212] The embodiments of this disclosure have been described above. However, these embodiments are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this disclosure. Although various embodiments have been described above, this does not mean that the measures in the various embodiments cannot be used advantageously in combination. The scope of this disclosure is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents. Various substitutions and modifications can be made by those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of this disclosure, and all such substitutions and modifications should fall within the scope of this disclosure.

Claims

1. A photographing apparatus, comprising: include: The handle portion is provided with a mating surface, the mating surface having an adjacent first side and a second side, the length of the first side being greater than the length of the second side; The display unit has a first posture and a second posture. When the display unit is in the first posture, the display unit substantially overlaps with the mating surface. When the display unit is in the second posture, the orthographic projection of the display unit and the second side at least partially coincide.

2. The photographing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein It also includes an interaction unit that controls the shooting device based on the user's interactive operations.

3. The photographing apparatus according to claim 2, wherein The interactive part is disposed on the mating surface. When the display part is in the first posture, at least a portion of the interactive part is covered by the display part; when the display part is in the second posture, the interactive part is exposed outside the display part.

4. The photographing apparatus according to claim 2, wherein The interactive unit is disposed on the display unit; When the display unit is in the first posture, the interaction unit protrudes from the mating surface; And / or, when the display unit is in the second posture, in the orthographic projection of the display unit, the projection of the interactive part and the projection of the mating surface at least partially overlap.

5. The photographing apparatus according to claim 4, wherein The display unit is configured in a generally hexagonal structure; Alternatively, the display unit may be configured as a non-rectangular irregular structure.

6. The photographing apparatus according to any one of claims 2 to 5, wherein The interactive unit includes at least one of physical buttons, solid-state buttons, and joysticks.

7. The photographing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein The handle portion includes a sidewall, and when the display portion is in the second posture, at least a portion of the display portion protrudes from the sidewall.

8. The photographing apparatus according to claim 7, wherein When the display unit is in the second posture, the two ends of the display unit that are far apart protrude from the side wall, and the two ends of the display unit that protrude from the side wall are symmetrical along the handle portion; Alternatively, when the display is in the second posture, the two ends of the display that are far apart protrude from the sidewall, and the two ends of the display that protrude from the sidewall are asymmetrical along the handle portion.

9. The photographing apparatus according to claim 7, wherein When the display unit is in the second posture, the display unit protrudes from the second side or is flush with the second side, and the portion of the mating surface that is misaligned with the display unit forms an interactive space.

10. The photographing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein The display unit switches from the first posture to the second posture according to the user's operation; Alternatively, the display unit may switch from the second posture to the first posture based on user operation.

11. The photographing apparatus according to claim 10, wherein The user operation includes pushing the display unit to rotate it clockwise or counterclockwise around a rotation point within the mating surface.

12. The photographing apparatus according to claim 10 or 11, wherein The display unit rotates to a critical angle in response to the user's operation, and further rotates to a first posture or a second posture in the rotation direction after reaching the critical angle.

13. The photographing apparatus according to claim 12, wherein It also includes a rotating axis disposed between the display unit and the handle unit, the display unit being configured to rotate about the axis of the rotating axis between the first posture and the second posture.

14. The photographing apparatus according to claim 13, wherein One axial end of the rotating shaft is connected to the display unit, and the other axial end of the rotating shaft passes through the mating surface and extends into the handle unit. The display unit rotates relative to the handle unit with the rotating shaft.

15. The photographing apparatus according to claim 13, wherein It also includes an actuator configured to apply a damping force opposite to the rotation direction to the display unit that has not reached the critical angle, so as to prevent the display unit from continuing to rotate along the rotation direction or to cause the display unit to rotate to a first posture or a second posture in a direction opposite to the rotation direction. The actuator is further configured to apply an actuating force in the same direction of rotation to the display unit that has reached the critical angle, so that the display unit continues to rotate along the direction of rotation.

16. The photographing apparatus according to claim 15, wherein The actuating part includes a magnetic component, comprising: A first magnet is disposed on the handle portion; A second magnet, disposed on the display unit, is configured to have an attractive and / or repulsive force with the first magnet, serving as the damping force and the actuating force.

17. The photographing apparatus according to claim 16, wherein Both the first magnet and the second magnet are configured in a fan shape.

18. The photographing apparatus according to claim 16, wherein When the display unit is in the first posture and the second posture, in the orthographic projection of the display unit, the projection of the first magnet and the projection of the second magnet partially overlap.

19. The photographing apparatus according to claim 16, wherein The first magnet is disposed on the mating surface and offset from the axis of the rotation shaft, and the second magnet is disposed facing the first magnet.

20. The photographing apparatus according to claim 19, wherein Both the first magnet and the second magnet are magnetized at both ends along the rotation direction of the display unit; or, Both the first magnet and the second magnet are magnetized at both ends along the thickness direction of the display portion.

21. The shooting device according to claim 15, wherein, The actuating part includes a magnetic component, comprising: A third magnet is disposed on one of the handle portion and the rotating shaft; An adsorption element, disposed on the other of the handle portion and the rotating shaft, is made of a material that can be attracted by the third magnet, and is configured such that the attractive force between it and the third magnet serves as the damping force and the actuating force.

22. The photographing apparatus according to claim 21, wherein The magnetic component includes: At least two third magnets are arranged circumferentially along the rotation axis; An adsorption element is disposed on the rotating shaft and faces the third magnet, the adsorption element being configured to be attracted by at least one of the third magnets.

23. The photographing apparatus according to claim 22, wherein The adsorption element is in a state where it is adsorbed by one of the third magnets, and the display unit is in the first posture; The adsorption element is in a state where it is adsorbed by another third magnet, and the display unit is in the second posture.

24. The imaging device according to any one of claims 21 to 23, wherein the adsorption element comprises a fourth magnet.

25. The photographing apparatus according to claim 15, wherein The actuating part includes an elastic element configured to use elastic force as both the damping force and the actuating force.

26. The photographing apparatus according to claim 25, wherein The rotating shaft includes: The mounting end is rotatably disposed on the mating surface; A cam is coaxially disposed at the mounting end and connected to the display unit, and the convex side of the cam extends radially outward along the rotation axis; The actuator further includes: The pressing member is slidably disposed on the handle portion along the radial direction of the rotation axis and is configured to move between a proximity position close to the rotation axis and a distance position away from the rotation axis; The elastic element is configured to provide pressure that brings the pressing member close to the rotating shaft, so that the pressing member presses against the convex side of the cam.

27. The photographing apparatus according to claim 26, wherein The convex side has a first side and a second side that are symmetrical along the centerline of the cam; When the pressing member is pressed against the first side, the display unit is in the first posture; when the pressing member is pressed against the second side, the display unit is in the second posture.

28. The photographing apparatus according to claim 25, wherein One end of the elastic element is disposed on the portion of the rotating shaft that is offset from the axis, and the other end of the elastic element is disposed in the mounting cavity formed by the handle portion.

29. The photographing apparatus according to any one of claims 25 to 28, wherein The elastic element is at least one of a torsion spring, a compression spring, and a tension spring.

30. The photographing apparatus according to claim 15, wherein It also includes a limiting part configured to limit the rotation of the display part so that the display part is held in the first posture and the second posture.

31. The photographing apparatus according to claim 30, wherein The limiting part includes: A limiting groove is disposed in one of the handle portion and the display portion, the limiting groove extending circumferentially along the rotation axis, and the two ends of the rotation axis forming a first limiting position and a second limiting position. A limiting block, disposed on the other of the handle portion and the display portion, is configured to slide relative to the limiting groove and press against the first limiting position or the second limiting position when the display portion is rotated, so that the display portion is maintained in the first posture and the second posture.

32. The photographing apparatus according to claim 30, wherein The limiting part includes a cover body disposed inside the handle part. The cover body has a through hole that extends circumferentially along the rotation axis. The two ends of the through hole form a first limiting position and a second limiting position. The rotation axis has a flange that protrudes radially along the rotation axis and is configured to rotate with the rotation axis and press against the first limiting position or the second limiting position to keep the display part in the first posture and the second posture.

33. The photographing apparatus according to claim 11, wherein In a coordinate system formed by a first direction parallel to the first side and a second direction parallel to the second side, when the display unit switches from the first posture to the second posture, the coordinate value of the reference point in the display unit along the first direction remains unchanged or increases, so that the orthographic projection of the display unit and the second side at least partially coincide.

34. The photographing apparatus according to claim 33, wherein In the coordinate system, the coordinate of the rotation point along the first direction is greater than half the length of the first side, and the coordinate along the second direction is greater than half the length of the second side.

35. The photographing apparatus according to claim 33, wherein When the display unit switches from the first posture to the second posture, the distance between the reference point and the rotation point remains unchanged.

36. The photographing apparatus according to claim 2, wherein It also includes a gimbal unit, which is located at the top of the handle unit, and the interaction unit controls the gimbal unit according to the user's interactive operation on the interaction unit.

37. The photographing apparatus according to claim 36, wherein The gimbal is equipped with a shooting device, and the attitude of the shooting device can be adjusted by adjusting the attitude of the gimbal.

38. The photographing apparatus according to claim 37, wherein The shooting device has different shooting modes in response to different postures of the gimbal, and the shooting modes include at least one of the following: centering mode, lock mode, follow mode, horizontal shooting mode, and vertical shooting mode.

39. The photographing apparatus according to claim 38, wherein It also includes a detection unit configured to detect whether the display unit is in the first posture or the second posture; The shooting device is in the vertical shooting mode in response to the first posture of the display unit, and the shooting device is in the horizontal shooting mode in response to the second posture of the display unit.

40. The photographing apparatus according to claim 39, wherein The detection unit outputs a first detection signal based on the display unit being in the first posture, and outputs a second detection signal based on the display unit being in the second posture.

41. The photographing apparatus according to claim 40, wherein The detection unit is at least one of a micro switch, a Hall sensor, an angle sensor, and a photoelectric sensor.

42. A handheld gimbal, wherein, include: The handle portion is provided with a mating surface, the mating surface having an adjacent first side and a second side, the length of the first side being greater than the length of the second side; The display unit has a first posture and a second posture. When the display unit is in the first posture, the display unit substantially overlaps with the mating surface. When the display unit is in the second posture, the orthographic projection of the handle unit and the second side at least partially coincide; A gimbal is located at the top of the handle and a shooting device is mounted on the gimbal. The attitude of the shooting device can be adjusted by adjusting the attitude of the gimbal. The display unit is configured to display the shooting content and / or shooting parameters of the shooting device.

43. The handheld gimbal of claim 42, wherein, The attitude of the gimbal includes at least one of roll angle, pitch angle and yaw angle.

44. The handheld gimbal of claim 43, wherein, The shooting device has different shooting modes in response to different postures of the gimbal, and the shooting modes include at least one of the following: centering mode, lock mode, follow mode, horizontal shooting mode, and vertical shooting mode.

45. The handheld gimbal of claim 44, wherein, The shooting device is in the vertical shooting mode in response to the first posture of the display unit, and the shooting device is in the horizontal shooting mode in response to the second posture of the display unit.

46. The handheld gimbal of claim 42, wherein, It also includes an interaction unit that controls at least one of the display unit, the gimbal unit, and the shooting device based on the user's interactive operations on the interaction unit.

47. The handheld gimbal of claim 46, wherein, The interactive part is disposed on the mating surface. When the display part is in the first posture, at least a portion of the interactive part is covered by the display part; when the display part is in the second posture, the interactive part is exposed outside the display part.

48. The handheld gimbal of claim 46 or 47, wherein, The interactive unit includes at least one of physical buttons, solid-state buttons, and joysticks.

49. The handheld gimbal of claim 48, wherein, The handle portion includes a sidewall, and when the display portion is in the second posture, at least a portion of the display portion protrudes from the sidewall.

50. The handheld gimbal of claim 49, wherein, When the display is in the second posture, the two ends of the display that are far apart protrude from the side wall, and the two ends of the display that protrude from the side wall are symmetrical along the handle portion.

51. The handheld gimbal of claim 49, wherein, When the display unit is in the second posture, the display unit protrudes from the second side or is flush with the second side, and the portion of the mating surface that is misaligned with the display unit forms an interactive space.

52. The handheld gimbal according to claim 42, wherein, The display unit switches from the first posture to the second posture according to the user's operation; Alternatively, the display unit may switch from the second posture to the first posture based on user operation.

53. The handheld gimbal of claim 52, wherein, The user operation includes pushing the display unit to rotate it clockwise or counterclockwise around a rotation point within the mating surface.

54. The handheld gimbal according to claim 52 or 53, wherein, The display unit rotates to a critical angle in response to the user's operation, and further rotates to a first posture or a second posture in the rotation direction after reaching the critical angle.

55. The handheld gimbal of claim 54, wherein, It also includes a rotating axis disposed between the display unit and the handle unit, the display unit being configured to rotate about the axis of the rotating axis between the first posture and the second posture.

56. The handheld gimbal of claim 55, wherein, One axial end of the rotating shaft is connected to the display unit, and the other axial end of the rotating shaft passes through the mating surface and extends into the handle unit. The display unit rotates relative to the handle unit with the rotating shaft.

57. The handheld gimbal of claim 56, wherein, It also includes an actuator configured to apply a damping force opposite to the rotation direction to the display unit that has not reached the critical angle, so as to prevent the display unit from continuing to rotate along the rotation direction or to cause the display unit to rotate to a first posture or a second posture in a direction opposite to the rotation direction. The actuator is further configured to apply an actuating force in the same direction of rotation to the display unit that has reached the critical angle, so that the display unit continues to rotate along the direction of rotation.

58. The handheld gimbal of claim 57, wherein, The actuating part includes a magnetic component, comprising: A first magnet is disposed on the handle portion; A second magnet, disposed on the display unit, is configured to have an attractive and / or repulsive force with the first magnet, serving as the damping force and the actuating force.

59. The handheld gimbal of claim 58, wherein, Both the first magnet and the second magnet are configured in a fan shape.

60. The handheld gimbal of claim 58, wherein, When the display unit is in the first posture and the second posture, in the orthographic projection of the display unit, the projection of the first magnet and the projection of the second magnet partially overlap.

61. The handheld gimbal of claim 58, wherein, The first magnet is disposed on the mating surface and offset from the axis of the rotation shaft, and the second magnet is disposed facing the first magnet.

62. The handheld gimbal of claim 61, wherein, Both the first magnet and the second magnet are magnetized at both ends along the rotation direction of the display unit; or, Both the first magnet and the second magnet are magnetized at both ends along the thickness direction of the display portion.

63. The handheld gimbal of claim 57, wherein, The actuating part includes a magnetic component, comprising: A third magnet is disposed on one of the handle portion and the rotating shaft; An adsorption element, disposed on the other of the handle portion and the rotating shaft, is made of a material that can be attracted by the third magnet, and is configured such that the attractive force between it and the third magnet serves as the damping force and the actuating force.

64. The handheld gimbal according to claim 63, wherein, The magnetic component includes: At least two third magnets are arranged circumferentially along the rotation axis; An adsorption element is disposed on the rotating shaft and faces the third magnet, the adsorption element being configured to be attracted by at least one of the third magnets.

65. The handheld gimbal of claim 64, wherein, The adsorption element is in a state where it is adsorbed by one of the third magnets, and the display unit is in the first posture; The adsorption element is in a state where it is adsorbed by another third magnet, and the display unit is in the second posture.

66. The handheld gimbal according to any one of claims 63 to 65, wherein the adsorption element comprises a fourth magnet.

67. The handheld gimbal of claim 57, wherein, The actuating part includes an elastic element configured to use elastic force as both the damping force and the actuating force.

68. The handheld gimbal of claim 67, wherein, The rotating shaft includes: The mounting end is rotatably disposed on the mating surface; A cam is coaxially disposed at the mounting end and connected to the display unit, and the convex side of the cam extends radially outward along the rotation axis; The actuator further includes: The pressing member is slidably disposed on the handle portion along the radial direction of the rotation axis and is configured to move between a position close to the rotation axis and a position far away from the rotation axis; The elastic element is configured to provide pressure that brings the pressing member close to the rotating shaft, so that the pressing member presses against the convex side of the cam.

69. The handheld gimbal of claim 68, wherein, The convex side has a first side and a second side that are symmetrical along the centerline of the cam; When the pressing member is pressed against the first side, the display unit is in the first posture; when the pressing member is pressed against the second side, the display unit is in the second posture.

70. The handheld gimbal of claim 67, wherein, One end of the elastic element is disposed on the portion of the rotating shaft that is offset from the axis, and the other end of the elastic element is disposed in the mounting cavity formed by the handle portion.

71. The handheld gimbal of any of claims 67-70, wherein, The elastic element is at least one of a torsion spring, a compression spring, and a tension spring.

72. The handheld gimbal of claim 57, wherein, It also includes a limiting part configured to limit the rotation of the display part so that the display part is held in the first posture and the second posture.

73. The handheld gimbal of claim 72, wherein, The limiting part includes: A limiting groove is disposed in one of the handle portion and the display portion, the limiting groove extending circumferentially along the rotation axis, and the two ends of the rotation axis forming a first limiting position and a second limiting position. A limiting block, disposed on the other of the handle portion and the display portion, is configured to slide relative to the limiting groove and press against the first limiting position or the second limiting position when the display portion is rotated, so that the display portion is maintained in the first posture and the second posture.

74. The handheld gimbal of claim 73, wherein, The limiting part includes a cover body disposed inside the handle part. The cover body has a through hole that extends circumferentially along the rotation axis. The two ends of the through hole form a first limiting position and a second limiting position. The rotation axis has a flange that protrudes radially along the rotation axis and is configured to rotate with the rotation axis and press against the first limiting position or the second limiting position to keep the display part in the first posture and the second posture.

75. The handheld gimbal of claim 53, wherein, In a coordinate system formed by a first direction parallel to the first side and a second direction parallel to the second side, when the display unit switches from the first posture to the second posture, the coordinate value of the reference point in the display unit along the first direction remains unchanged or increases, so that the orthographic projection of the display unit and the second side at least partially coincide.

76. The handheld gimbal of claim 75, wherein, In the coordinate system, the coordinate of the rotation point along the first direction is greater than half the length of the first side, and the coordinate along the second direction is greater than half the length of the second side.

77. The handheld gimbal of claim 75, wherein, When the display unit switches from the first posture to the second posture, the distance between the reference point and the rotation point remains unchanged.

78. The handheld gimbal of claim 44, wherein, It also includes a detection unit configured to detect whether the display unit is in the first posture or the second posture; The photographing device is responsive to the first posture of the display part being in the vertical photographing mode, and the photographing device is also responsive to the second posture of the display part being in the horizontal photographing mode.

79. The handheld gimbal of claim 78, wherein, The detection part outputs a first detection signal according to the display part being in the first posture, and outputs a second detection signal according to the display part being in the second posture.

80. The handheld gimbal of claim 79, wherein, The detection part is at least one of a micro switch, a Hall sensor, an angle sensor, and a photoelectric sensor.

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