Camera having additional functionality based on connectivity with a host device
US10079968B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 27, 2013 |
| Grant date | Sep 18, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04N23/663
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments may be directed to lens cameras which may be cameras arranged as a sensor in a lens cap. A lens camera may comprise a printed circuit board with a digital image sensor and associated components enclosed in a cylindrical body that may be constructed of metal, plastic, or the like, or combination thereof. Lens cameras may be fitted with lens mounts for attaching host devices, cameras, interchangeable lens, or the like. Lens mounts on a lens camera may be arranged to be compatible with one or more standard lens mounts. Accordingly, a lens camera may be attached to cameras that have compatible lens mounts. Also, interchangeable lens having lens mounts compatible with the lens camera may be attached to the lens camera. Further, lens cameras may communicate with host devices using wired or wireless communication facilities.
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