17982738. IMAGE CAPTURING APPARATUS CAPABLE OF OBTAINING HIGH-QUALITY IMAGE, METHOD OF CONTROLLING SAME, AND STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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IMAGE CAPTURING APPARATUS CAPABLE OF OBTAINING HIGH-QUALITY IMAGE, METHOD OF CONTROLLING SAME, AND STORAGE MEDIUM

Organization Name

CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Kazuki Konishi of Tokyo (JP)

Minami Furuta of Tokyo (JP)

IMAGE CAPTURING APPARATUS CAPABLE OF OBTAINING HIGH-QUALITY IMAGE, METHOD OF CONTROLLING SAME, AND STORAGE MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17982738 titled 'IMAGE CAPTURING APPARATUS CAPABLE OF OBTAINING HIGH-QUALITY IMAGE, METHOD OF CONTROLLING SAME, AND STORAGE MEDIUM

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes an image capturing apparatus that can capture high-quality images in continuous photographing mode and in the presence of camera shake. Here are the key points:

  • The apparatus offers multiple types of continuous photographing modes with different speeds.
  • It analyzes the motion of the subject in the input image and acquires information about camera shake.
  • Based on the continuous photographing mode, subject motion, and shake information, it adjusts the exposure conditions for capturing photos.
  • When combining multiple images, it determines the optimal number of images to be combined.

Potential Applications

This technology can be applied in various fields where high-quality images are required, such as:

  • Photography: Professional photographers can benefit from capturing sharp and clear images even in continuous shooting mode or when there is camera shake.
  • Sports Photography: Capturing fast-moving subjects with minimal blur can enhance the quality of sports photographs.
  • Wildlife Photography: The ability to capture clear images in continuous shooting mode can be valuable for capturing fast-moving animals.

Problems Solved

The image capturing apparatus addresses the following problems:

  • Blurry Images: Camera shake can result in blurry images, especially in continuous shooting mode. This technology helps mitigate the impact of camera shake on image quality.
  • Inconsistent Exposure: Different continuous shooting speeds can lead to inconsistent exposure levels in the captured images. The apparatus adjusts exposure conditions based on the selected continuous shooting mode to ensure consistent exposure across images.

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include:

  • High-Quality Images: By considering subject motion and camera shake, the apparatus ensures the capture of high-quality images even in challenging conditions.
  • Consistent Exposure: The adjustment of exposure conditions based on the continuous shooting mode helps maintain consistent exposure levels across images.
  • Efficient Image Combination: The determination of the optimal number of images to be combined reduces the need for manual selection and improves the efficiency of image processing.


Original Abstract Submitted

An image capturing apparatus capable of obtaining a high-quality image according to a continuous photographing mode and a shake state. In the image capturing apparatus, a plurality of types of a continuous photographing mode which are different in continuous photographing speed are set, a motion of an object is acquired from an input image, and shake information concerning a shake of the image capturing apparatus is acquired. Exposure conditions for photographing are controlled based on a type of the continuous photographing mode, the motion of the object, and the shake information, and in a case where image combination is performed, the number of images to be combined is determined.