17943701. DEPTH INFORMATION GENERATING APPARATUS, IMAGE CAPTURING APPARATUS, DEPTH INFORMATION GENERATING METHOD, IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, AND IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
- 1 DEPTH INFORMATION GENERATING APPARATUS, IMAGE CAPTURING APPARATUS, DEPTH INFORMATION GENERATING METHOD, IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, AND IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 DEPTH INFORMATION GENERATING APPARATUS, IMAGE CAPTURING APPARATUS, DEPTH INFORMATION GENERATING METHOD, IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, AND IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Original Abstract Submitted
DEPTH INFORMATION GENERATING APPARATUS, IMAGE CAPTURING APPARATUS, DEPTH INFORMATION GENERATING METHOD, IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, AND IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
DEPTH INFORMATION GENERATING APPARATUS, IMAGE CAPTURING APPARATUS, DEPTH INFORMATION GENERATING METHOD, IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, AND IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17943701 titled 'DEPTH INFORMATION GENERATING APPARATUS, IMAGE CAPTURING APPARATUS, DEPTH INFORMATION GENERATING METHOD, IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, AND IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a depth information generating apparatus that uses multiple viewpoint images to generate depth information. It includes a first generating unit that generates initial depth information based on a set of images with different viewpoints. A second generating unit then corrects the initial depth information to account for changes in depth caused by differences in focal distance between the initial and subsequent images.
- The apparatus generates depth information using multiple viewpoint images.
- The first generating unit creates initial depth information based on a set of images with different viewpoints.
- The second generating unit corrects the initial depth information to reflect changes in depth caused by differences in focal distance between the initial and subsequent images.
Potential Applications
- 3D modeling and virtual reality: The generated depth information can be used to create realistic 3D models or immersive virtual reality experiences.
- Augmented reality: Accurate depth information can enhance the realism of augmented reality applications by allowing virtual objects to interact with the real world more accurately.
- Depth-based image editing: The depth information can be used to selectively apply effects or edits to different parts of an image based on their distance from the camera.
Problems Solved
- Accurate depth information: The apparatus addresses the challenge of generating precise depth information by using multiple viewpoint images and accounting for changes in focal distance.
- Depth correction: The second generating unit corrects the initial depth information to ensure it accurately reflects the depth changes caused by differences in focal distance.
Benefits
- Improved depth accuracy: By considering changes in focal distance, the apparatus provides more accurate depth information compared to traditional methods.
- Versatile applications: The generated depth information can be used in various applications such as 3D modeling, virtual reality, augmented reality, and image editing.
- Enhanced realism: The accurate depth information contributes to more realistic and immersive experiences in virtual and augmented reality environments.
Original Abstract Submitted
There is provided a depth information generating apparatus. A first generating unit generates first depth information on the basis of a plurality of viewpoint images which are obtained from first shooting and which have mutually-different viewpoints. A second generating unit generates second depth information for a captured image obtained from second shooting by correcting the first depth information so as to reflect a change in depth caused by a difference in a focal distance of the second shooting relative to the first shooting.
