US4164369A
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Diopter-adjusting device for use in finder-interchangeable type single lens reflex camera
Assignee: Pentax Corp
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Filing: 1978-06-02
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Granted: 1979-08-14
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Expires: 1998-06-02
Abstract
Abstract The eyepiece in an interchangeable finder is made axially adjustable by mounting it in a holder which, in turn, is slidably mounted within the finder. In the preferred embodiment, sliding movement of the eyepiece holder is accomplished through a rack and pinion.
Inventors
- 👤 Fumio Urano
- 👤 Norimichi Takahashi
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 13:23
CPC Classifications
G; G03; G03B; G03B19/00; G03B19/02; G03B19/12
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
81 words
A diopter adjusting device in an interchangeable-finder type single lens reflex camera for adjusting the position of an eyepiece along the optical axis thereof, the improvement characterized in that said adjusting device comprises: an eyepiece holder for holding said eyepiece and slidably mounted within said finder along the optical axis of said eyepiece; and an operating means for sliding said eyepiece holder, said operating means being concealed from the exterior of said camera when said finder is mounted on said camera.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
81 words
A diopter adjusting device in an interchangeable-finder type single lens reflex camera for adjusting the position of an eyepiece along the optical axis thereof, the improvement characterized in that said adjusting device comprises: an eyepiece holder for holding said eyepiece and slidably mounted within said finder along the optical axis of said eyepiece; and an operating means for sliding said eyepiece holder, said operating means being concealed from the exterior of said camera when said finder is mounted on said camera.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
61 words
An adjusting device according to claim 1, wherein said operating means comprises: a plurality of first projections on said eyepiece holder aligned in the direction of said optical axis; and a rotatable element having one or more second projections on its periphery for engaging said first projections so that rotation of said rotatable element will cause axial movement of said eyepiece.
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) | 1982-08-13 | 1983-02-12 | 1983-08-14 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1986-08-13 | 1987-02-12 | 1987-08-14 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1990-08-13 | 1991-02-12 | 1991-08-14 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |