Camera Stop Ring Sort Order Customization

The patent implements a dynamic sort order system where the arrangement of aperture values and auto indication on the stop ring can be changed by the user. The camera control section stores multiple sort order patterns and switches between them based on user selection, transforming a static fixed arrangement into a dynamic reconfigurable one that adapts to different user preferences and shooting scenarios

The patent changes the parameter of sort order arrangement by providing multiple predefined patterns (e.g., ascending order, descending order, custom sequences) and allowing users to select among them. This parameter change approach enables flexibility without requiring complete redesign of the stop ring structure, as the same physical components can display different sequences based on the selected pattern

The patent applies preliminary action by pre-defining multiple sort order patterns (such as ascending order, descending order, and other common sequences) and storing them in the camera control section before use. When the user wants to change the sort order, they simply select from these pre-configured patterns rather than configuring each arrangement from scratch, which simplifies the operation while maintaining the camera control section's ability to handle multiple patterns

Instead of requiring users to manually configure each sort order by dragging and dropping individual aperture values, the patent inverts the approach by providing ready-made patterns that users can select with a single action. This inversion transforms a complex multi-step configuration process into a simple selection process, improving ease of operation while reducing the effective complexity users experience