Patent ID: 7646427
Filing Date: 2010-01-12
Classification: H01L,H04N

Abstract:
1. An image capture apparatus comprising: a camera module including a solid state imaging device formed such that a light receiving portion is Conned on a semiconductor substrate, a mounting board for mounting said solid state imaging device, and an optical unit attached on said solid state imaging device or said mounting board, and incorporating an image taking optical system for focusing subject images on said light receiving portion; an outer cover, to which said camera module is attached, having an opening for exposing said optical unit; and a plurality of cushions inserted in said mounting board, and provided between said camera module and said outer cover, wherein said optical unit is positioned within said opening, and wherein said mounting board has attachment holes in which said plurality of cushions is inserted, and said outer cover has threaded holes provided at a position corresponding to said attachment holes of said mounting board, for receiving screws which each screw penetrates one of said plurality of cushions.