Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240135508). IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, IMAGE PROCESSING SYSTEM, IMAGING APPARATUS, AND STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, IMAGE PROCESSING SYSTEM, IMAGING APPARATUS, AND STORAGE MEDIUM
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, IMAGE PROCESSING SYSTEM, IMAGING APPARATUS, AND STORAGE MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, IMAGE PROCESSING SYSTEM, IMAGING APPARATUS, AND STORAGE MEDIUM
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
NORIHITO Hiasa of Tochigi (JP)
MASAKAZU Kobayashi of Saitama (JP)
IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, IMAGE PROCESSING SYSTEM, IMAGING APPARATUS, AND STORAGE MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240135508 titled 'IMAGE PROCESSING METHOD, IMAGE PROCESSING APPARATUS, IMAGE PROCESSING SYSTEM, IMAGING APPARATUS, AND STORAGE MEDIUM
Simplified Explanation
The image processing method described in the abstract involves applying a sharpening process to a partial area of a captured image based on the optical characteristics of the optical system and the correction strength acquired for the sharpening process.
- The method includes acquiring a captured image using an optical system and obtaining correction strength for a sharpening process applied to a partial area in the captured image.
- The sharpening process is applied to the partial area based on the first optical characteristic of the optical system and the correction strength, which is acquired based on a second optical characteristic.
- The first optical characteristic is related to the defocus amount of the optical system, with the second defocus amount being smaller than the first defocus amount.
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in various fields such as photography, medical imaging, satellite imaging, and surveillance systems.
Problems Solved
1. Improved image quality: By applying a sharpening process based on optical characteristics, the method helps enhance the quality of images, especially in cases of defocused optical systems. 2. Efficient image processing: The correction strength acquired for the sharpening process ensures that only the necessary areas of the image are enhanced, leading to more efficient image processing.
Benefits
1. Enhanced image sharpness: The method helps improve the sharpness of images by selectively applying a sharpening process to specific areas. 2. Customized correction: By considering optical characteristics and correction strength, the method allows for customized image correction tailored to the specific defocus amount.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Optical System Sharpening Process" for Enhanced Image Quality
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include image processing methods that involve sharpening processes based on optical characteristics, but specific techniques for acquiring correction strength for defocused optical systems may be novel.
Unanswered Questions
How does this method compare to traditional image sharpening techniques?
This article does not provide a direct comparison between this method and traditional image sharpening techniques in terms of effectiveness, efficiency, or image quality enhancement.
What are the limitations of applying this method to different types of optical systems?
The article does not address the potential limitations or challenges of applying this method to a wide range of optical systems with varying characteristics.
Original Abstract Submitted
an image processing method includes acquiring a captured image obtained by image capturing using an optical system, acquiring correction strength for a sharpening process applied to a partial area in the captured image, and applying the sharpening process to the partial area based on a first optical characteristic and the correction strength, wherein the correction strength is acquired based on a second optical characteristic, wherein the first optical characteristic is an optical characteristic of the optical system in a case where the optical system is defocused by a first defocus amount, wherein the second optical characteristic is an optical characteristic of the optical system in a case where the optical system is defocused by a second defocus amount, and wherein the second defocus amount is smaller than the first defocus amount.
