Post 4 - Possibilities of solutions

Intro

I did a features analysis of a basic DSLR camera and following were my observations :

• Lacks ambidexterity
• Lacks easy replacement of internal parts(modular build)

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I began thinking on the lines of the above question and did some doodles and rough concept sketches :

Some doodles about the basic concept :

Rough digital sketch about the concept:

Some points about the concept :

• The camera is ambidextrous as the controller can be detached and attached on either left or right side of the main body.
• The buttons arrangement remains the same, they are reprogrammed when flipped.
• Shutter release and mode dial are removable and can be mounted on both the top and bottom of the controller.
• The controller unit is symmetrical in horizontal axis which allows it to be flipped and attached on the left side.
• This also allows the camera to be modular with easy replacement of parts.

Please note : This is NOT my design solution. This is just  a concept, an idea which struck my mind. It isn't fool proof and is obviously prone to changes and improvements.

Stakeholder Analysis

If the following concept is brought into reality, the stake holders will be influenced in the following way :

                                         Based on speculative data

• Users -

1. Left handed users will be benefited with ease of use.
2. Right handed users will get a more modular platform.

• Manufacturers - * - May face some losses due to new production line costs. May find increase in sales due to newer and promising features later.

• Service providers - Ease of work due to modular platform. Easy replacement of parts

• Sellers - Boost in sales.

• Environment - Reduction of E-waste due to modular and reusable platform.

Conclusion

In my opinion, such modular design approach can be applied across various products to help improve their usability towards left handed persons. It can be a one time, cost effective solution, beneficial for all.

Checkout my next post about the design process I followed for this problem. Thanks!