US3597068A
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Cinematographic camera
Assignee: Fujifilm Holdings Corp
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Filing: 1969-06-18
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Granted: 1971-08-03
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Expires: 1989-06-18
Abstract
Abstract A grip for a movie camera serves as a lens cover by being rotated 180* about its pivot axis in front of the front face of the camera, with the motor serving as the pivot for rotation of the grip mounted at the front of the camera body.
Inventors
- 👤 Kazuo Masuyama
- 👤 Saichiro Ohashi
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 07:57
CPC Classifications
G; G03; G03B; G03B17/00; G03B17/02; G03B17/12
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
99 words
In a camera having a view finder, photocell and a picturetaking lens on the front face of the camera, said camera further comprising: a. a driving motor having a portion thereof projecting out from the lower part of the front face of said camera, and b. a grip secured to said camera and rotatably mounted on said projecting portion, said grip being adapted to be set in at least two positions selectively, said two positions being a closed position wherein said grip covers said lens and a picture-taking position wherein said grip exposes said lens, view finder, and photocell.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
99 words
In a camera having a view finder, photocell and a picturetaking lens on the front face of the camera, said camera further comprising: a. a driving motor having a portion thereof projecting out from the lower part of the front face of said camera, and b. a grip secured to said camera and rotatably mounted on said projecting portion, said grip being adapted to be set in at least two positions selectively, said two positions being a closed position wherein said grip covers said lens and a picture-taking position wherein said grip exposes said lens, view finder, and photocell.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-08-02 | 1975-02-01 | 1975-08-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-08-02 | 1979-02-01 | 1979-08-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-08-02 | 1983-02-01 | 1983-08-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |