Patent · US Expired

Flash mounting means for camera with folding viewfinder

US4016579A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 21, 1975
Grant dateApr 5, 1977
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Expiry dateApr 21, 1995

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03B17/12
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Flash mounting apparatus for a camera having a folding viewfinder, comprising a socket mounted in the viewfinder cap for receiving a flash array, a spring for urging the viewfinder from a folded to an erect configuration, and a blade engaging member in the socket for engaging the blade of a flash array and holding it against accidental dislodgement when the viewfinder is erected.

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