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Single-lens reflex camera with built-in flash

US5066967A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 20, 1989
Grant dateNov 19, 1991
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Expiry dateNov 20, 2009

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03B2215/051
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A single-lens reflex camera with a flash unit built into the camera body above the viewing pentaprism. The unit is movable from an operating position to a non-operating position, preferably enclosed in the camera body. The built-in flash unit may be automatically closed by inserting an external flash in a flash shoe. A display panel may be included on the top of the flash unit housing.

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