Abstract

A lens impact protection apparatus that is removably attachable around a forward portion of a camera lens. The lens impact protection apparatus includes a plurality of bumper components that are circumferentially spaced around an adjustable belt component, which is used to attach the lens impact protection apparatus to the camera lens. The bumper components are positioned to have at least front portions thereof extending over a front or forward surface of the camera lens when the lens impact protection apparatus is attached to the camera lens. The bumper components are designed to absorb an impact force and to redistribute the impact force to the back and/or side of a barrel of the camera lens through a rocker or teeter-totter motion of the bumper components.

IPC Classes  ?

• G03B 1/48 - Gates or pressure devices, e.g. plate

Abstract

A permanently-affixed lens cap which one does not have to separate from the camera The cap remains on the front of the lens practically at all the times The lens cover which looks like a filter, in that it screws into the filter thread at the end of the lens This protects the expensive lens from impact and scratches The lens cover can also have a Nano-Technology coating comprising of two separate layers affine silica particles prevent scratches, and fluorine-containing resins in each layer repel ink marks Other embodiments include the lens cap being bullet-proof wherein layer of glass and (clear) plastic sandwiched to give great optical clarity, but an incredibly impact resistant front Many other variations and extensions are also discussed in the specification and figures

IPC Classes  ?

• G02B 23/16 - HousingsCapsMountingsSupports, e.g. with counterweight

Abstract

Most cameras have a tripod mounting hole in the bottom with a standard screw thread. All current tripods mount use a threaded fastener that screws into this hole and tightens the camera to a tripod or other auxiliary devices. Often, the tripod will mount a small intermediary part that can remain with the camera, but which allows the camera to be quickly removed from the tripod. This disclosure obviates the need for the intermediary part. Here are some of the main features and embodiments: 'Expanding Rubber Bung': A flexible elastomeric part or other material, that when tightened, expands in girth. 'Pivoting metal Christmas tree': Similar to the above concept, except that a hard material pivots out, to clamp the sides of the hole, once it has been easily inserted in its collapsed state. The following are some of the applications and examples of the current disclosure: cameras, video recorders, civil engineering equipment for leveling measurement or surveying, laser equipment for tracking, leveling calibration, or marking, optical equipment, astronomical equipment, telescopes, binoculars, lab equipment, or calibration equipment are some examples of tripod usage or similar setups, e.g. setups with more legs, different shapes, stands, supports, or foldable/ mobile setups. Many other variations and extensions are also discussed in the specification and figures.

IPC Classes  ?

• G03B 17/56 - Accessories

Abstract

In one example, we have a rubber skin that fits a range of battery grips. It has a number of cut-outs that allow the material to stretch and accommodate different cameras (or sizes/ models), and also, access the different camera control locations, knobs, or buttons. This can apply to video recorders or any electronic devices, in general. This provides protection for device, for impact, scratch, or water, for example. In addition, it provides easy access or change of battery. Thus, convenience, adjustability, and protection are provided at the same time. Many other variations and extensions are also discussed in the specification and figures. In addition, the skin can be solid/rigid or soft. Furthermore, using a band or Velcro, with multiple pieces or attached pieces, one can easily adjust the sizes for different cameras or models.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 85/38 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for articles particularly sensitive to damage by shock or pressure for delicate optical, measuring, calculating or control apparatus

Abstract

This application relates to the improvement to the current state-of-the-art for weatherproofmg a camera or video recorder (or a cell phone having those functionalities). That allows an avid photographer to take their camera out into the rain and use all the controls through the skin, without the camera getting wet. (It is not submersion-proof, but for all practical purposes, it is waterproof.) It features plug-in covers for gaps, plus any or all of the below: Double layer (with ultra thin layer on inside and/ or also outside), Zip Lock features around the holes, Hot shoe drape over top of camera, or Finger Condom. Many other variations and extensions are also discussed in the specification and figures.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 65/02 - Wrappers or flexible covers

Abstract

A removable gel strap for cameras or video recorders whose position or length can be adjusted at the gel pads to provide an optimal and personalized comfort solution It also features a 'Male-female plug strap' for connectivity to electricity, data. Internet, wired or wireless networks computers, transfers of data, printing, provisioning, upgrading, uploading, downloading, synchronization, automatic backup, secunty, telephones, or text messaging It also adjusts the strap length at the central padded body section of the strap instead of at the ends of the strap This allows the ends of the strap to remain clean and uncluttered, while the length adjustment is hidden in the fat padded area of the strap, for a better look and more secunty The strap can be attached to other devices as well.

IPC Classes  ?

• G03B 17/00 - Details of cameras or camera bodiesAccessories therefor