Image pickup apparatus, method, program product, and computer readable medium

Abstract

The present invention addresses the problem of providing an imaging device, a method, a program product, and a computer-readable medium that enable a simulated imaging operation in a state in which a film is pulled out in a film camera to be experienced. The imaging device (10) has a control unit (31) and is capable of executing a film camera mode. A control unit (31) acquires first information relating to insertion and extraction of a memory card (42) that records imaging data of an imaging device (10). The control unit (31) restricts a film camera mode related to the function of the imaging device on the basis of the first information.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to an image pickup apparatus, method, and program. BACKGROUND

[0002] In Patent Literature 1, there is described an aerial photograph mode which stores image data in a buffer memory without recording the image data in a PC card when it is detected that the PC card is not mounted.

[0003] In Patent Literature 2, there is described that when the number of taken pictures reaches a settable number of photographable pictures, photographing cannot be performed even if a shutter release button is pressed.

[0004] In Patent Literature 3, there is described that a write flag is read from a built-in memory, and it is determined from the write flag whether or not a processing image corresponding to a playback object is recorded in the built-in memory.

[0005] Patent Literature 1: Japanese Patent No. 4253086

[0006] Patent Literature 2: Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2003-78806

[0007] Patent Literature 3: Japanese Patent No. 5057135 SUMMARY

[0008] An object of the present application is to provide an image pickup apparatus, method, and program which enable an experience of a simulated photographing operation in a state where a film is pulled out of a film camera.

[0009] The present application provides an image pickup apparatus having a processor which performs the following processing:

[0010] acquires first information related to insertion and removal of a recording medium which records image pickup data of the image pickup apparatus; and

[0011] limits a first photographing mode related to a function of the image pickup apparatus in accordance with the first information.

[0012] It is preferable that, in a case where the first photographing mode is activated, the processor performs either control of execution of the first photographing mode or control of limitation of the first photographing mode, i.e., first control, in accordance with the first information. It is preferable that, in a case where the first photographing mode is executed, the processor outputs error information in accordance with the first information. It is preferable that, after the error information is output, the processor performs either control of continuation of the first photographing mode or control of limitation of the first photographing mode, i.e., second control, in accordance with the first information.

[0013] Preferably, when the power of the image pickup apparatus is turned on again after being turned off, the processor performs either of a continuation of the first photographing mode or a restriction of the first photographing mode, i.e., a third control, based on the first information, in the case where the first photographing mode is being executed.

[0014] Preferably, the processor performs initialization related to the first photographing mode in the case where the first photographing mode is ended. Preferably, the initialization is processing as follows:

[0015] The first setting value set in the first photographing in the first photographing mode is not used for a second setting value set in photographing in a next photographing mode, i.e., a second photographing. Preferably, the processor executes a photographing mode different from the first photographing mode, i.e., a second photographing mode, in the case where the first photographing mode is ended.

[0016] The first photographing mode is preferably a photographing mode in which the number of shots is limited. The first photographing mode is preferably a photographing mode in which the image format is limited. The first photographing mode is preferably a photographing mode in which the processor is restricted from outputting a live view to a monitor section. The first photographing mode is preferably a photographing mode in which a series of image data obtained by photographing in the first photographing mode is saved in a form other than a unit of one. The first information is preferably information including the insertion and removal state of a recording medium.

[0017] Preferably, the processor executes the first photographing mode in the case where the first information is the insertion state of the recording medium, and restricts the first photographing mode in the case where the first information is the removal state of the recording medium. Preferably, the processor determines the presence or absence of a first attribute given to the recording medium by execution of the first photographing mode, and continues the first photographing mode in the case where the first attribute is present, and restricts the first photographing mode in the case where the first attribute is not present.

[0018] Preferably, the processor performs the following processing: determines the presence or absence of a first attribute given to the recording medium by execution of the first photographing mode; continues the first photographing mode in the case where the first attribute is present and a second attribute of data given to the recording medium in association with history recording has not been changed from the outside; and restricts the first photographing mode in the case where the first attribute is present and the second attribute of data given to the recording medium in association with history recording has been changed from the outside.

[0019] Preferably, the processor performs the following processing: in the case where the power of the image pickup apparatus is turned on again after being turned off, determines the presence or absence of a first attribute given to the recording medium by execution of the first photographing mode, and continues the first photographing mode in the case where the first attribute is present, and restricts the first photographing mode in the case where the first attribute is not present.

[0020] The preferred processor performs the following processing: when the power to the camera device is turned on again after being disconnected, it determines whether a first attribute assigned to the recording medium by executing the first photography mode exists; if the first attribute exists and no external change is applied to the second attribute of the data assigned to the recording medium in association with the history record, it continues the first photography mode; and if the first attribute exists and an external change is applied to the second attribute of the data assigned to the recording medium in association with the history record, it restricts the first photography mode.

[0021] The camera device of the present invention has a processor that performs the following processing: when a recording medium is inserted, acquiring second information related to the properties of the recording medium; and limiting a first shooting mode related to the function of the camera device based on the second information.

[0022] The preferred attributes include either a first attribute assigned to the recording medium by executing the first photographic mode or a second attribute assigned to the recording medium in association with the record.

[0023] In the imaging method of the present invention, the processor of the imaging device performs the following processing: acquiring first information related to the insertion and removal of a recording medium that records imaging data of the imaging device; and limiting a first shooting mode related to the function of the imaging device based on the first information.

[0024] The camera program of the present invention is used to cause the processor of the camera device to perform the following processes: acquiring first information related to the insertion and removal of a recording medium that records camera data of the camera device; and limiting a first shooting mode related to the function of the camera device based on the first information.

[0025] Invention Effects

[0026] According to the present invention, it is possible to experience simulated photographic operation in the state of film being pulled out of a film camera. Attached Figure Description

[0027] Figure 1 This is a frontal perspective view of the camera device.

[0028] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional view of the back side of the camera device.

[0029] Figure 3 middle, Figure 3 (A) is an explanatory diagram showing the position of the lever when the power is off. Figure 3 (B) is an explanatory diagram showing the positive position of the lever when the power is on. Figure 3 (C) is an explanatory diagram showing the maximum rotation position of the lever during the upwind operation.

[0030] Figure 4is a block diagram showing a schematic configuration of the imaging device.

[0031] Figure 5 In this case, Figure 5 (A) of FIG. 7 is an image diagram of the display showing a screen in the normal mode, Figure 5 (B) of FIG. 7 is an image diagram of the display showing a screen in the film camera mode.

[0032] Figure 6 is an image diagram of the display showing a detailed screen in the film camera mode.

[0033] Figure 7 In this case, Figure 7 (A) of FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram showing a screen at the time of starting the film camera mode, Figure 7 (B) of FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram showing a screen at the time of performing the scroll operation, Figure 7 (C) of FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram showing a screen in a region where the operation cannot be touched after the photographing operation is ended.

[0034] Figure 8 is a back view of the imaging device at the time of performing the photographing operation during the photographing operation lock.

[0035] Figure 9 is an image diagram of the display at the time of performing the photographing operation during the photographing operation lock.

[0036] Figure 10 In this case, Figure 10 (A) of FIG. 9 is an image diagram of the display showing a screen during the film camera mode, Figure 10 (B) of FIG. 9 is an image diagram of the display showing a screen of the film camera mode end selection, Figure 10 (C) of FIG. 9 is an image diagram of the display showing a normal screen.

[0037] Figure 11 In this case, Figure 11 (A) of FIG. 10 is an image diagram of the display showing a screen during the film camera mode, Figure 11 (B) of FIG. 10 is an image diagram of the display showing a screen of the film camera mode end, Figure 11 (C) of FIG. 10 is an image diagram of the display showing a normal screen.

[0038] Figure 12 is an explanatory diagram showing a thumbnail image diagram.

[0039] Figure 13 is a table showing modes 1 to 10 of the film camera mode.

[0040] Figure 14 In this case, Figure 14 (A) of FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a case where the film camera mode is executed, Figure 14(A) is a explanatory view showing the case where the film camera mode is continued after the error information is outputted.

[0041] Figure 15 is a table showing the case where the film camera mode is executed and the case where the film camera mode is ended according to the 1st information.

[0042] Figure 16 In the case where the film camera mode is continued after the error information is outputted, Figure 16 (A) is a explanatory view showing the case where the film camera mode is continued after the error information is outputted, Figure 16 (B) of FIG. 8, Figure 16 (C) is a explanatory view showing the case where the film camera mode is ended after the error information is outputted.

[0043] Figure 17 is a table showing the case where the film camera mode is continued and the case where the film camera mode is ended according to the 1st, 2nd attributes.

[0044] Figure 18 is a explanatory view showing the case where the film camera mode is ended by inserting another memory card.

[0045] Figure 19 is a explanatory view showing the case where the film camera mode is ended by copying or the like of a file or the like in the memory card.

[0046] Figure 20 In the case where the film camera mode is continued after the error information is outputted, Figure 20 (A) of FIG. 8, Figure 20 (B) of FIG. 8 is a explanatory view showing the case where the film camera mode is continued when the power is turned on again, Figure 20 (C) of FIG. 8 is a explanatory view showing the case where the film camera mode is ended when the power is turned on again.

[0047] Figure 21 is a explanatory view showing the initialization method.

[0048] Figure 22 is a table showing the case where the film camera mode is executed and the case where the film camera mode is ended according to the 1st, 2nd attributes.

[0049] Figure 23 is a flowchart showing a series of flows of the film camera mode.

[0050] Symbol explanation

[0051] 10-Camera unit, 11-Camera body, 11A-Handle, 12-Lens barrel, 13-Camera optical system, 14-Mode dial, 15-Release switch, 16-Power switch, 17-Lever, 18-Flash unit, 19-Illumination unit, 21-Imaging element, 22-Display, 23-Electronic viewfinder, 24-Sub-display, 31-Control unit, 32-Shutter unit, 33-Shutter motor, 34-Motor driver, 35-Image memory, 36-Bus, 37-Image data processing unit, 38-Display driver, 41-Card I / F (Interface), 42-Memory card, 50-Non-touchable area, 51-Touchable area The operating areas are as follows: 53 - Battery level display, 54 - Aperture value display, 55 - Number of shots display, 56 - Number of shots available display, 57 - Dial status display, 58 - Flash on / off display, 59 - Date display, 60 - AF / MF switch, 60a - Circular button, 61 - Date ON / OFF switch, 61a - Circular button, 62 - MF focus operation, 62a - Slider, 65 - Warning LED, 66 - Film camera mode end selection screen, 67 - Film image, 68 - End selection button, 70 - Film camera mode end screen, 71 - Message, 73 - Thumbnail image group, CL - Center axis, OA - Optical axis. Detailed Implementation

[0052] like Figure 1 As shown, the imaging device 10 includes a camera body 11 and a lens barrel 12. The camera body 11 is a box shape with a horizontal dimension longer than its vertical dimension when viewed from the front. Furthermore, the imaging device 10 is preferably a digital camera or the like.

[0053] When viewed from the front, the camera body 11 has a handle 11A at its left end. The handle 11A is a semi-cylindrical shape that connects to the front and back surfaces of the camera body 11, and is designed for easy gripping by the user. The lens barrel 12 is disposed on the front surface of the camera body 11 and is equipped with an imaging optical system 13. The imaging optical system 13 causes the subject to be imaged onto the imaging element 21 disposed on the optical axis OA.

[0054] The upper surface of the camera body 11 is provided with a mode dial 14, a release switch 15, a power switch 16, and a lever 17. The mode dial 14 is used to switch the exposure level in stages. On the front surface of the camera body 11, in addition to the lens barrel 12, a flash device 18 and an illumination device 19 are also provided. When the imaging device 10 is in still image photography mode and the exposure value of the subject is less than a constant value, or under forced conditions, the flash device 18 illuminates the subject in conjunction with the shutter release. On the other hand, when the imaging device 10 is in video image photography mode, the illumination device 19 always illuminates the subject.

[0055] As shown in FIG. 1, a dial lever 17 is provided above the grip 11A. The dial lever 17 is provided in layers with the mode dial 14 and the release switch 15. The dial lever 17 is installed so as to be rotatable around the center axis CL of the mode dial 14. The dial lever 17 is capable of a rotation operation based on a user, and details of the rotation operation will be described later. Figure 2

[0056] The power switch 16 is a push switch, and is disposed in the vicinity of the mode dial 14 and the dial lever 17. The power on / off state of the camera 10 is alternately switched according to the pressing of the power switch 16.

[0057] An imaging element 21 (refer to FIG. 2) is built in the camera body 11. The imaging element 21 is held by a not-shown cradle, and is fixed to the image plane side of the lens barrel 12. The imaging element 21 has a still image and a moving image imaging function, and is, for example, a CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) image sensor, a CCD (Charge Coupled Device) image sensor, or an organic thin film imaging element. The imaging element 21 is a landscape imaging element, that is, the length in the vertical direction is shorter than the length in the horizontal direction when the upper surface of the camera body 11 is oriented upward in the vertical direction. Note that the imaging element 21 is not limited to this, and can be a portrait imaging element, that is, the length in the vertical direction is longer than the length in the horizontal direction when the upper surface of the camera body 11 is oriented upward in the vertical direction. Figure 3

[0058] A display 22 (monitor), an electronic viewfinder 23, and a sub-display 24 are provided on the back surface of the camera body 11. The display 22 is an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) or an OELD (Organic Electroluminescent Display), and is configured by a touch screen capable of a touch operation based on a user. The display 22 is used for live view display, recorded image display, and setting menu display, and the like. In the live view display, a recorded image obtained by imaging a subject by the imaging element 21 is displayed on the display 22 in real time.

[0059] The sub-display 24 displays information on the quality of an image such as color, and is configured by a touch screen capable of a touch operation based on a user, like the display 22. Note that the display 22 corresponds to the monitor of the technical solution, but the monitor can include the electronic viewfinder 23 or the sub-display 24.

[0060] ​​An electronic viewfinder 23 is located on the upper part of the camera body 11. The live view is displayed in the electronic viewfinder 23, showing the recorded image of the subject captured by the imaging element 21 in real time. The electronic viewfinder 23 can be turned on, off, and switched to the display on the monitor 22 as needed.

[0061] The rotation operation of lever 17 is explained below. Figure 3 As shown in (A), when the power switch 16 is off, the rotation of the lever 17 is restricted by a locking mechanism (not shown) and locked in a position along the back of the camera body 11. The position along the back of the camera body 11 means that, when viewed from above the camera body 11, the lever 17 is in a position where it does not protrude from the back of the camera body 11.

[0062] like Figure 3 As shown in (B), when the power switch 16 is switched from off to on, the rotation restriction on the lever 17 is released, and the lever 17 is set to the positive position, slightly counterclockwise from the back of the camera body 11. The lever 17 is set to the positive position as long as the user does not operate it. Furthermore, as... Figure 3 As shown in (C), the lever 17 can be rotated from the positive position to a counterclockwise direction for an up-winding operation. This rotation is used to unlock the photographic operation in film camera mode (the unlocking of the photographic operation will be described later).

[0063] Specifically, regarding the winding operation of lever 17, the user hooks their finger onto lever 17 and moves it counterclockwise, thus rotating lever 17. Then, after lever 17 has rotated a constant angle, if the finger applied to lever 17 is released, lever 17, under the force of a spring, automatically rotates clockwise back to the correct position. This ends the winding operation.

[0064] The electrical configuration of the camera device 10 will be explained below. Figure 4 As shown, the control unit 31 is composed of a microcomputer having a CPU, a ROM (Read Only Memory) storing programs or parameters used in the CPU, and a RAM (Random Access Memory) used as the working memory of the CPU (all not shown), and functions as a processor to control each part of the camera device 10.

[0065] When the lever 17 is rotated, a signal detecting the amount of rotation is sent to the control unit 31. Furthermore, the control unit 31 receives a mode switching signal from the mode dial 14, a release signal from the release switch 15, and a power on / off signal from the power switch 16.

[0066] The shutter unit 32 is, for example, a focal plane shutter, and is disposed between the imaging optical system 13 and the imaging element 21. The shutter unit 32 is configured to be able to block the light path between the imaging optical system 13 and the imaging element 21, and to change between an open state and a closed state. The shutter unit 32 is driven by a shutter motor 33. A motor driver 34 controls the driving of the shutter motor 33.

[0067] The shutter unit 32 is set to the open state when shooting a live view image and a moving image. The shutter unit 32 is changed from the open state to the closed state in the case where the release switch 15 is not operated when shooting a still image, and is changed from the closed state to the open state in the case where the release switch 15 is operated. In addition, the shutter unit 32 acts in the same manner as when shooting a moving image when shooting a preview image in the moving image shooting mode, and acts in the same manner as when shooting a still image when shooting a preview image in the still image shooting mode.

[0068] The imaging element 21 is driven and controlled by the control section 31. The imaging element 21 has a light-receiving surface composed of a plurality of pixels (not shown) arranged in a two-dimensional matrix. Each pixel includes a photoelectric conversion element, and generates an imaging signal by photoelectrically converting a subject image imaged on the light-receiving surface by the imaging optical system 13.

[0069] In addition, the imaging element 21 is provided with a noise removal circuit, an automatic gain controller, an A / D conversion circuit, and the like (all not shown). The noise removal circuit performs a noise removal process on the imaging signal. The automatic gain controller amplifies the level of the imaging signal to an optimum value. The A / D conversion circuit converts the imaging signal into a digital signal and outputs it from the imaging element 21 to the bus 36. The output signal of the imaging element 21 is image data (so-called RAW data) in which each pixel has one color signal.

[0070] The image memory 35 stores one frame amount of image data output to the bus 36. The image data processing section 37 reads one frame amount of image data from the image memory 35, and performs a matrix operation, a demosaicing process, a γ correction, a luminance / color difference conversion, a resizing process, and the like, which are well known.

[0071] The display driver 38 sequentially inputs one frame amount of image data, which has been subjected to image processing by the image data processing section 37, to the display 22 or the electronic viewfinder 23. The display 22, for example, sequentially displays a live view image at a constant period. The display 22 is capable of touch operation, and performs an operation and selection corresponding to an operation icon (not shown) or the like displayed on the display 22 by performing touch operation on the operation icon.

[0072] The card I / F (Interface) 41 is assembled in a card slot (not shown) provided in the camera body 11 and is electrically connected to a memory card 42 inserted into the card slot. The user can insert and remove the memory card 42 from the card slot. Specifically, the card I / F 41 stores image data processed by the image data processing unit 37 into the memory card 42. Furthermore, when playing back the image data stored in the memory card 42, the card I / F 41 reads the image data from the memory card 42. Additionally, the image recording unit is not limited to a structure that records on a recording medium such as a memory card; it can also be a recording device such as an SSD (Solid State Drive).

[0073] The camera device 10 has multiple shooting modes, including a normal mode (second shooting mode) and a film camera mode (first shooting mode). The normal mode includes still image shooting mode and moving image shooting mode. The film camera mode is a mode with restricted image formats, designed to experience and reproduce the simulated feel of a film camera. Regarding switching from normal mode to film camera mode, as follows... Figure 5 As shown, by touching the sub-display 24, the display 22 switches from the normal mode screen shown in (A) to the film camera mode screen shown in (B). Furthermore, regarding the switch from film camera mode to normal mode, the switch occurs when the film camera mode selection ends or when the number of shots taken in film camera mode reaches a predetermined number.

[0074] When film camera mode is selected, the control unit 31 outputs user interface information related to photography to the display 22, and restricts live view output to the display 22. Specifically, as follows: Figure 6 As shown, in the display area of ​​the monitor 22, there is a non-touchable area 50 displaying user interface information related to photography, such as the number of shots taken, and a touchable area 51 displaying user-touchable information, such as manual focus. Furthermore, output limitations on the live view monitor 22 include not displaying the live view image on the monitor 22 during film camera mode, as in normal mode. Also, in film camera mode, it is preferable to restrict moving images in the image format from being displayed on the monitor 22.

[0075] Additionally, the "PROVIA" displayed on the sub-display 24 is a film simulation function that allows the color rendering or contrast to be changed according to photographic intent, much like changing film in a camera. By touching the sub-display 24, it is also possible to switch to film simulations other than "PROVIA" (e.g., "VELVIA").

[0076] The battery remaining amount display section 53, the aperture value display section 54, the photographing number display section 55, the photographable number display section 56, the dial lever state display section 57, the flash display section 58, and the date display section 59 are displayed in the area 50 where touch operation is not possible. The battery remaining amount display section 53 indicates the battery remaining amount by vertical lines in the shape of a battery. The more vertical lines, the more the battery remaining amount. The aperture value display section 54 displays the aperture value as a numerical value. The photographing number display section 55 displays the current photographing number. The photographable number display section 56 indicates the photographing number that is predetermined at the start of the film camera mode. As the photographable number, for example, 72, 36, or 24 is set in correspondence with the photographable number of the camera film.

[0077] The dial lever state display section 57 displays whether the winding operation of the dial lever 17 is performed in the film camera mode. The details of the dial lever state display section 57 will be described later. The flash display section 58 displays ON (on) when the flash device 18 is turned on and OFF (off) when the flash device 18 is turned off. The date display section 59 displays the current date, and in the film camera mode, the date in display is superimposed on the image.

[0078] The AF / MF switch section 60, the date ON / OFF switch section 61, and the MF focus operation section 62 are displayed in the area 51 where touch operation is possible. In the AF / MF switch section 60, the circular button section 60a is slidable to the left and right directions, and if the circular button section 60a is slid to the left, the AF (Auto Focus) is switched, and if the circular button section 60a is slid to the right, the MF (Manual Focus) is switched. By switching to the MF, the operation of the MF focus operation section 62 is possible.

[0079] In the date ON / OFF switch section 61, the press operation of the circular button section 61a is possible, and the switch between the date ON and the date OFF is possible by the press operation of the circular button section 61a. In the case of the date ON, the center portion of the circular button section 61a is lit, and every time the photographing is performed, the date in display is superimposed on the date display section 59. On the other hand, in the case of the date OFF, the center portion of the circular button section 61a is extinguished. In this case, even if the photographing is performed, the date is not superimposed.

[0080] The MF focus operation unit 62 has a slider 62a, and the focus is set by sliding the slider 62a left and right. The MF focus operation unit 62 can set the focus to "0.3m", "1m", "3m", and "5m". At "0.3m", an example of focusing on the face of one person is displayed; at "1m", an example of focusing on the upper body of one person is displayed; at "3m", an example of focusing on the upper bodies of two people is displayed; and at "5m", an example of focusing on a landscape painting is displayed. By setting the slider 62a at each of the "0.3m", "1m", "3m", and "5m" positions, the corresponding focus can be set.

[0081] In film camera mode, control unit 31 locks the photographic operation based on release switch 15 (first component) and unlocks it by operating lever 17 (second component). On the other hand, when the lock is released, control unit 31 outputs information indicating that the photographic operation based on release switch 15 is valid as user interface information. Furthermore, when a photographic operation based on release switch 15 is performed, control unit 31 outputs information related to the number of shots as user interface information. Additionally, control unit 31 restricts the output of photographed image data to display 22.

[0082] Specifically, such as Figure 7 As shown in (A), when switching from normal mode to film camera mode, the lever status display 57 displays "--" indicating that the up-wind operation of lever 17 has not been performed. Furthermore, the shot count display 55 displays the current shot count as "0". In this state, the photography operation based on release switch 15 is locked; even if release switch 15 is operated, still image acquisition and memory card 42 saving will not occur.

[0083] Then, as Figure 7 As shown in (B), by performing the up-roll operation of the lever 17, the lever status display unit 57 displays "OK" indicating that the up-roll operation of the lever 17 has been performed. The "OK" display on the lever status display unit 57 indicates that the photographic operation based on the release switch 15 is valid. In this state, the lock of the photographic operation based on the release switch 15 is released, and the release switch 15 is operated to acquire still images and save them to the memory card 42. Then, if the photographic operation is completed, then... Figure 7As illustrated in (C) of FIG. 6, the number of shots display part 55 changes the display of the current number of shots from "0" to "1", and the dial lever state display part 57 returns to the display of "-" again because the dial lever state display part 57 is reset by the winding operation. In addition, at the end of the photographing operation, the display of the user interface information (the area where the touch operation is not available and the area where the touch operation is available) of the film camera mode is maintained in the display 22 without displaying the image data after the photographing.

[0084] In addition, the control part 31 preferably outputs information that the photographing operation is not available in a case where the photographing operation is performed during the lock of the photographing operation. Specifically, as illustrated in Figure 8 the control part 31 preferably makes the warning LED 65 (Light Emitting Diode) provided on the left side of the electronic viewfinder 23 blink as the information that the photographing operation is not available. In addition, as illustrated in Figure 9 the control part 31 preferably makes the "-" of the dial lever state display part 57 blink as the information that the photographing operation is not available.

[0085] The control part 31 preferably saves the series of image data obtained by the photographing in the storage card 42 (recording medium) in units of 1 in a case where the end of the film camera mode is selected. In addition, in a case where the film camera mode ends, the control part 31 shifts to the normal mode in which the output restriction to the display 22 is released.

[0086] Specifically, as illustrated in (A) of FIG. 7, in a case where the film camera mode is ended in the middle, a prescribed touch operation for switching the film camera mode to an end screen is performed on the sub display 24. Thereby, as illustrated in (B) of FIG. 7, the film camera mode end selection screen 66 is displayed on the display 22. The film image 67 indicating that the series of image data obtained by the photographing is saved in units of 1 and the end selection button 68 are displayed on the film camera mode end selection screen 66. By touching the end selection button 68, the film camera mode ends and the series of image data obtained by the photographing is saved in the storage card 42 in units of 1. Thereby, as illustrated in (C) of FIG. 7, the normal mode is shifted and the non-display of the live view on the display 22 is released, so that the live view is displayed on the display 22. Figure 10 Figure 10 Figure 10

[0087] ​​​The control section 31 preferably makes the lock release of the photographing operation based on the release switch 15 and the photographing operation based on the dial lever 17 ineffective in the case where the number of shots reaches the number of shots prescribed in advance in the film camera mode. Also, the control section 31 preferably saves the series of image data obtained by photographing in the form of one unit in the memory card 42 in the case where the number of shots reaches the number of shots prescribed in advance in the film camera mode. Also, in the case where the film camera mode ends, the control section 31 shifts to the normal mode in which the output restriction to the display 22 is released.

[0088] Specifically, as shown in (A) of FIG. 7, in the case where the number of shots reaches "72" which is the number of shots that can be shot, the dial lever state display section 57 displays "OFF" indicating that the photographing operation based on the dial lever 17 is ineffective. In correspondence therewith, the photographing operation based on the release switch 15 is also invalidated. Then, after a certain time, as shown in (B) of FIG. 7, the film camera mode end screen 70 is displayed on the display 22. The film camera mode end screen 70 displays the film image 67 indicating that the series of image data obtained by photographing is saved in the form of one unit and the message 71 indicating that the film camera mode ends. Thereby, the film camera mode ends and the series of image data obtained by photographing is saved in the form of one unit in the memory card 42. Then, by a click operation or the like, as shown in (C) of FIG. 7, the display 22 shifts to the normal mode and the non-display of the live view on the display 22 is released, so that the live view is displayed on the display 22. Figure 11 Figure 11 Figure 11

[0089] Also, in the film camera mode, the series of image data obtained by photographing is preferably saved in the form of one unit to which the display on the display 22 is restricted in the memory card 42. For example, as shown in FIG. 8, as the series of image data, a thumbnail image group 73 in which each of the image data of the number of shots shot so far is represented in a thumbnail is saved in the memory card 42. During the film camera mode, the display restriction on the display 22 is imposed on the thumbnail image group 73, so that even if the replay button (not shown) is operated, it is not displayed on the display 22. On the other hand, if the film camera mode ends, the display restriction on the thumbnail image group 73 is released, so that the thumbnail image group 73 can be displayed on the display 22. Figure 12

[0090] ​​​​In addition, the film camera mode is preferably a mode in which restrictions are imposed on the digital functions of the image pickup device 10. The control section 31 preferably imposes at least two of the following restrictions as restrictions on the digital functions: a restriction on the image format, a restriction on output of live view on the display 22, a restriction on saving of a series of image data obtained by photography in the film camera mode in a form other than a form of one unit, a restriction on the number of shots, and a restriction on a second photography operation immediately after a first photography operation.

[0091] Specifically, the restriction on the image format preferably permits still images and restricts moving images. The restriction on output of live view on the display 22 preferably does not display live view on the display 22. The restriction on saving of a series of image data obtained by photography in the film camera mode in a form other than a form of one unit preferably prohibits saving in a form other than the thumbnail image group 73. The restriction on the number of shots preferably prohibits shooting of a number of shots that exceeds the number of shots settable at the start of the film camera mode. The restriction on a second photography operation immediately after a first photography operation preferably prohibits a continuous photography operation of the release switch 15 for a photography operation based on the release switch 15, and after the first photography operation, allows the second photography operation after the lock of the photography operation is released by the rewind operation based on the lever 17.

[0092] With regard to the film camera mode, as shown in Figure 13 ten types. The mode 1 of the film camera mode performs two of the restriction on the image format (image format restriction) and the restriction on output of live view on the display 22 (monitor output restriction). The mode 2 of the film camera mode performs two of the restriction on the image format and the restriction on saving of a series of image data obtained by photography in the film camera mode in a form other than a form of one unit (saving restriction). The mode 3 of the film camera mode preferably performs two of the restriction on the image format and the restriction on a second photography operation immediately after a first photography operation (photography operation restriction).

[0093] The mode 4 of the film camera mode preferably performs two of the monitor output restriction and the saving restriction. The mode 5 of the film camera mode preferably performs two of the monitor output restriction and the photography operation restriction. The mode 6 of the film camera mode preferably performs two of the saving restriction and the photography operation restriction. The mode 7 of the film camera mode preferably performs three of the restriction on the image format, the monitor output restriction, and the saving restriction. The mode 8 of the film camera mode preferably performs three of the restriction on the image format, the monitor output restriction, and the photography operation restriction. The mode 9 of the film camera mode preferably performs three of the monitor output restriction, the saving restriction, and the photography operation restriction. The mode 10 of the film camera mode preferably performs four of the restriction on the image format, the monitor output restriction, the saving restriction, and the photography operation restriction.

[0094] Regarding the film camera mode (first photography mode), the control unit 31 controls its execution, continuation, and termination. The control unit 31 acquires first information related to the insertion or removal of the memory card 42 (recording medium) that records the video data of the imaging device 10, and restricts the film camera mode related to the function of the imaging device 10 based on the first information. Preferably, the first information includes information on the insertion or removal status of the memory card 42. In addition, in this embodiment, the restriction of the film camera mode is set to the termination of the film camera mode, but the restriction of the film camera mode also includes the case where only a part of the functions of the film camera mode are suspended and other functions are executed.

[0095] Specifically, when activating the film camera mode, the control unit 31 preferably performs either the execution of the film camera mode or the restriction of the film camera mode based on the first information, i.e., the first control. As described above, the film camera mode is activated by touching the sub-display 24. Figure 14 In, such as Figure 14 As shown in (A), when the first information is that the memory card 42 is inserted (see reference...), the control unit 31... Figure 15 ), execute film camera mode. On the other hand, in Figure 14 In, such as Figure 14 As shown in (B), when the first information is that the memory card 42 is removed (refer to...) Figure 15 ( ), thus ending the film camera mode. In addition, activating the film camera mode includes not only selecting the film camera mode when the camera device 10 is already activated, but also setting the film camera mode when the camera device 10 is activated.

[0096] Here, in Figure 14 In the figures, a rectangular solid-line frame containing "SD card" indicates the memory card 42 is inserted, and a rectangular solid-line frame containing "-" indicates the memory card 42 is removed. The camera graphic represents the imaging device 10. These insertion / removal states and camera markings are the same in other figures. Furthermore, while an SD card is used as the memory card 42 in this embodiment, other recording media (such as USB memory) may also be used.

[0097] Next, when the film camera mode is executed, the control unit 31 preferably outputs an error message based on the first information. The error message can be displayed on the display 22 or delivered via voice, for example. After outputting the error message, the control unit 31 preferably performs either the continuation of the film camera mode or the restriction of the film camera mode, i.e., the second control, based on the first information.

[0098] Specifically, in Figure 16 In, such asFigure 16 (A), (B), (C) shown in FIG. 27, in the case where the 1st information is changed from the inserted state to the pulled-out state during the film camera mode, error information is output in the image pickup device 10. After the error information is output, either of the continuation of the film camera mode or the end of the film camera mode is performed, as shown in (A) and (B) of FIG. 27. On the other hand, in the case where the 1st information is maintained in the pulled-out state after a certain time elapses without the storage card 42 being inserted, the control to end the film camera mode is performed, as shown in (C) of FIG. 27. Figure 16 (A) and (B) shown in FIG. 27, in the case where the 1st information is changed from the inserted state to the pulled-out state during the film camera mode, error information is output in the image pickup device 10. After the error information is output, either of the continuation of the film camera mode or the end of the film camera mode is performed, as shown in (A) and (B) of FIG. 27. On the other hand, in the case where the 1st information is maintained in the pulled-out state after a certain time elapses without the storage card 42 being inserted, the control to end the film camera mode is performed, as shown in (C) of FIG. 27. Figure 16 (A) and (B) shown in FIG. 27, in the case where the 1st information is changed from the inserted state to the pulled-out state during the film camera mode, error information is output in the image pickup device 10. After the error information is output, either of the continuation of the film camera mode or the end of the film camera mode is performed, as shown in (A) and (B) of FIG. 27. On the other hand, in the case where the 1st information is maintained in the pulled-out state after a certain time elapses without the storage card 42 being inserted, the control to end the film camera mode is performed, as shown in (C) of FIG. 27.

[0099] As the control performed after the error information is output, it is preferable that, in the case where the 1st information is in the inserted state, the control section 31 discriminates the presence or absence of the 1st attribute given to the storage card 42 by the execution of the film camera mode. As shown in (A) of FIG. 28, in the case where the 1st attribute is present, the film camera mode is continued (see (A) of FIG. 27). In the case where the 1st attribute is not present, the film camera mode is ended (see (B) of FIG. 27), as shown in (B) of FIG. 28. Figure 17 Figure 16 Figure 16 Figure 18

[0100] As the 1st attribute, a management file is created in the storage card 42 at the time of the initial start of the film camera mode. In the management file, the 2nd attribute described later is included in addition to the 1st attribute. It is preferable that the management file includes the start date and time of the film camera mode, the end date and time, the number of photographable sheets at the start of the film camera mode, the storage card capacity at the start of the film camera mode, the setting of the film simulation / filter at the time of the film camera mode, and the like.

[0101] As the control performed after the error information is output, it is preferable that, in the case where the 1st information is in the inserted state, the control section 31 discriminates the presence or absence of the 1st attribute given to the storage card 42 by the execution of the film camera mode. As shown in (A) of FIG. 28, in the case where the 1st attribute is present, the film camera mode is continued (see (A) of FIG. 27). In the case where the 1st attribute is not present, the film camera mode is ended (see (B) of FIG. 27), as shown in (B) of FIG. 28. Figure 17 Figure 16 Figure 16 Figure 19 As the 1st attribute, a management file is created in the storage card 42 at the time of the initial start of the film camera mode. In the management file, the 2nd attribute described later is included in addition to the 1st attribute. It is preferable that the management file includes the start date and time of the film camera mode, the end date and time, the number of photographable sheets at the start of the film camera mode, the storage card capacity at the start of the film camera mode, the setting of the film simulation / filter at the time of the film camera mode, and the like.​​​​​​​

[0102] In addition, as a method of determining whether or not a change has been externally applied, for example, in the case where the capacity of the memory card 42 after reinsertion falls within a prescribed range when the capacity of the memory card at the start of the film camera mode, which is one of the second attributes, is subtracted by the capacity of the image data in the number of shots so far, it is determined that there is no change, and in the case where it does not fall within the prescribed range, it is determined that there is a change.

[0103] In addition, as an example in which the film camera mode is continued after the error information is output, there are the following cases:

[0104] • The memory card 42 that was removed is directly inserted without operating the data or the like

[0105] • A part of the image files other than those in the current film camera mode are deleted and the memory card 42 is inserted

[0106] On the other hand, as an example in which the film camera mode is ended after the error information is output, there are the following cases:

[0107] • A part of the image files being shot in the current film camera mode are deleted and the memory card 42 is inserted

[0108] • Another memory card 42 is inserted that has the same folder structure as the entire memory card 42

[0109] • A memory card 42 is inserted that has some files written to it

[0110] • The management file is deleted and the memory card 42 is inserted

[0111] • All of the image files are deleted and the memory card 42 is inserted

[0112] • Another memory card 42 is inserted

[0113] • A cloned memory card 42 is inserted

[0114] • Copy protection is applied and the same memory card 42 is inserted

[0115] • A memory card 42 used in another image capturing apparatus (smaller than the memory card capacity at the time of shooting) is inserted

[0116] • A memory card 42 used during the film camera mode in another image capturing apparatus is replaced

[0117] Further, it is preferable to perform the following: when the power of the image pickup apparatus 10 is turned on again after being turned off, the control section 31 performs either of the continuation of the film camera mode or the restriction of the film camera mode, i.e., the third control, based on the first information, in a case where the film camera mode is executed. Note that, regarding the turning on and off of the power of the image pickup apparatus 10, in addition to a case where the turning on and off of the power is performed by operating the power button of the image pickup apparatus 10, a case where the turning on and off of the power is performed by plugging and unplugging a battery inserted in the image pickup apparatus 10 is also included.

[0118] Specifically, in the case of (A) of FIG. 10, in a case where the power is turned off during the film camera mode, the continuation of the film camera mode is performed in a state where the same memory card 42 is inserted until the power is turned on again, as shown in (A) of FIG. 10. Further, in a case where the memory card 42 is unplugged after the power is turned off and the memory card 42 is inserted again when the power is turned on, the first information is changed from the inserted state to the unplugged state, as shown in (B) and (C) of FIG. 10. In this case, the control section 31 performs either of the continuation of the film camera mode or the restriction of the film camera mode. Figure 20 Figure 20 Specifically, in the case of (A) of FIG. 10, in a case where the power is turned off during the film camera mode, the continuation of the film camera mode is performed in a state where the same memory card 42 is inserted until the power is turned on again, as shown in (A) of FIG. 10. Further, in a case where the memory card 42 is unplugged after the power is turned off and the memory card 42 is inserted again when the power is turned on, the first information is changed from the inserted state to the unplugged state, as shown in (B) and (C) of FIG. 10. In this case, the control section 31 performs either of the continuation of the film camera mode or the restriction of the film camera mode. Figure 20 Figure 20 As the control when the power is turned on again, in a case where the power of the image pickup apparatus 10 is turned on again after being turned off, it is preferable that the control section 31 discriminates the presence or absence of the first attribute. As shown in (A) of FIG. 11, in a case where the first attribute is present, the continuation of the film camera mode is performed (refer to (B) of FIG. 11). On the other hand, as shown in (B) and (C) of FIG. 11, in a case where the first attribute is not present, the film camera mode is ended (refer to (C) of FIG. 11).

[0119] As the control when the power is turned on again, in a case where the power of the image pickup apparatus 10 is turned on again after being turned off, it is preferable that the control section 31 discriminates the presence or absence of the first attribute. As shown in (A) of FIG. 11, in a case where the first attribute is present, the continuation of the film camera mode is performed (refer to (B) of FIG. 11). On the other hand, as shown in (B) and (C) of FIG. 11, in a case where the first attribute is not present, the film camera mode is ended (refer to (C) of FIG. 11). Figure 17 Figure 20 As the control when the power is turned on again, in a case where the power of the image pickup apparatus 10 is turned on again after being turned off, it is preferable that the control section 31 discriminates the presence or absence of the first attribute. As shown in (A) of FIG. 11, in a case where the first attribute is present, the continuation of the film camera mode is performed (refer to (B) of FIG. 11). On the other hand, as shown in (B) and (C) of FIG. 11, in a case where the first attribute is not present, the film camera mode is ended (refer to (C) of FIG. 11). Figure 20

[0120] As the control when the power is turned on again, in a case where the power of the image pickup apparatus 10 is turned on again after being turned off, it is preferable that the control section 31 discriminates the presence or absence of the first attribute. As shown in (A) of FIG. 11, in a case where the first attribute is present, the continuation of the film camera mode is performed (refer to (B) of FIG. 11). On the other hand, as shown in (B) and (C) of FIG. 11, in a case where the first attribute is not present, the film camera mode is ended (refer to (C) of FIG. 11). Figure 17 Figure 20 Figure 20

[0121] Further, as an example of the continuation of the film camera mode in a case where the power is turned off during the film camera mode, there are the following cases:

[0122] ​​​​​​​• After the memory card 42 is pulled out, the same memory card 42 is inserted and the power is set to ON

[0123] • After the memory card 42 is pulled out, a memory card 42 from which a part of the image files other than the current film camera mode has been deleted is inserted, and the power is set to ON

[0124] On the other hand, as an example of the end of the film camera mode in the case where the power is turned OFF during the film camera mode and the memory card 42 is pulled out, there are the following cases:

[0125] • A memory card 42 from which a part of the image files being captured in the current film camera mode has been deleted is inserted, and the power is set to ON

[0126] • Another memory card 42 is inserted which has the same folder structure as the memory card 42 as a whole, and the power is set to ON

[0127] • A memory card 42 to which some files have been written is inserted, and the power is set to ON

[0128] • A memory card 42 from which the management file has been deleted is inserted and the power is set to ON

[0129] • A memory card 42 from which all the image files have been deleted is inserted, and the power is set to ON

[0130] • Another memory card 42 is inserted and the power is set to ON

[0131] • A cloned memory card 42 is inserted and the power is set to ON

[0132] • The same memory card 42 that has been copy-protected is inserted, and the power is set to ON

[0133] • No memory card 42 is inserted and the power is set to ON

[0134] • The same memory card 42 is inserted after the power is set to ON

[0135] • A memory card 42 used in another image capturing apparatus is inserted and the power is set to ON (less than the memory card capacity at the time of capturing)

[0136] • A memory card 42 used during the film camera mode in another image capturing apparatus is replaced, and the power is set to ON

[0137] Further, it is preferable that the film camera mode be ended even in the case where the power is turned OFF and the battery is pulled out during the film camera mode.

[0138] Next, in the case where the film camera mode is ended, the control section 31 preferably performs initialization related to the film camera mode. For example, Figure 21As shown, the initialization is preferably processing in which a first setting value set in the first photographing in the film camera mode is not used for a second setting value set in the second photographing in the next film camera mode. By the initialization, the setting value used in the previous film camera mode is not used (is reset) in the next film camera mode. Here, the first setting value or the second setting value is, for example, the number of photographable sheets, the type of film simulation, the exposure amount set by the mode dial 14, the aperture value, or the like. In addition, in the case where the film camera mode is ended, the normal mode is automatically executed (refer to Figure 10 , Figure 11 ). Therefore, in order to start the next film camera mode, a new start operation is required.

[0139] In addition, with respect to the execution and the end of the film camera mode, control can be made in accordance with information different from the first information. The control section 31, in the case where the memory card 42 is inserted, can acquire second information related to the attribute of the memory card 42, and restrict the film camera mode in accordance with the second information. Specifically, the attribute preferably includes any one of a first attribute given to the memory card 42 by the execution of the film camera mode or a second attribute of data given to the memory card 42 in association with the history record. With respect to the first attribute and the second attribute, the same as described above applies.

[0140] As shown in Figure 22 , in the case where the first attribute exists with respect to the second information, or in the case where the first attribute exists with respect to the second information and the second attribute is not changed, the film camera mode is executed when the memory card 42 is inserted. On the other hand, in the case where the first attribute does not exist with respect to the second information, or in the case where the first attribute exists with respect to the second information and the second attribute is changed, the film camera mode is ended.

[0141] Next, the imaging method of the present application is described with reference to the flowchart of Figure 23 . The film camera mode is started by the user's touch operation on the sub display 24. The film camera mode is a photographing mode in which the image format is restricted. The control section 31 acquires first information related to the insertion and extraction of the memory card 42 that records the imaging data of the imaging device 10, and performs a step of restricting the film camera mode in accordance with the first information. In the film camera mode restriction step, when the first information is the insertion state of the memory card 42, the control section 31 executes the film camera mode. On the other hand, in the case where the first information is the extraction state of the memory card 42, the control section 31 ends the film camera mode.

[0142] In a case where the film camera mode is executed (selected), user interface information related to photography is output to the display 22, and output of live view to the display 22 is restricted. During the film camera mode, display of the user interface information and restriction of output of the live view are continued. Then, in a case where the film camera mode is ended, the film camera mode is switched to the normal mode. By switching to the normal mode, the live view is displayed on the display 22.

[0143] In addition, the imaging program of the present application is for causing the control section 31 to execute a process of acquiring first information related to insertion and removal of the memory card 42 that records imaging data of the imaging device 10, and a process of restricting the film camera mode based on the first information. The imaging program of the present application is preferably installed in the imaging device 10 via a network or the like after the imaging device 10 is shipped, in addition to being installed in the imaging device 10 at the time of manufacturing the imaging device 10 or the like.

[0144] In the present embodiment, each process is executed by an arbitrary computer. Also, the arbitrary computer can execute these processes by a processor, a program, or a combination thereof. The arbitrary computer can be a general-purpose computer, a special-purpose computer, a workstation, or other hardware elements capable of executing a program.

[0145] The processor can be constituted by one or a plurality of hardware, and the kind of the hardware is not limited. For example, the processor can be constituted by a CPU (Central Processing Unit), an MPU (Micro Processing Unit), a programmable logic device such as an FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array), an ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit) for executing a specific process, a GPU (Graphic Processing Unit), or an NPU (Neural Processing Unit). Also, the processor has each unit or each means that executes various processes in the present embodiment. Also, the kind of the hardware can be a kind constituted by combining different kinds of hardware. In a case where a plurality of hardware constitutes one or a plurality of processes of a certain processor, the plurality of hardware can exist in physically separate devices, or can exist in the same device. Also, in any of the embodiments, the order of each process based on the processor is not limited to the above order, and can be appropriately changed. In addition, the hardware is constituted by a circuitry constituted by combining circuit elements such as semiconductor elements, or the like.

[0146] Moreover, the present embodiment can be realized by hardware, software, firmware, microcode, or a combination thereof. The software, firmware, and microcode are constituted by programs. Also, the programs can be, for example, a program module group, each function of which can be realized by a processor configured to execute the respective functions. The programs can be program codes or code segments saved in one or a plurality of non-transitory computer-readable media (for example, storage media or other storage devices, and the like). The programs can be divided and saved in a plurality of non-transitory computer-readable media present in physically separate apparatuses. The program codes or code segments can represent any combination of sequences, functions, subroutines, routines, subroutines, modules, software packages, classes, or commands, data structures, or program statements. The program codes or code segments can be connected with other code segments or hardware circuits by transceiving information, data, arguments, parameters, or contents of memories.

[0147] In each of the above-described embodiments, a digital camera in which the imaging optical system 13 is fixed with respect to the camera body 11 is exemplified, but the present application is not limited thereto, and can also be applied to a lens exchange type digital camera in which the imaging optical system is exchangeable with respect to the camera body. Also, in each of the above-described embodiments, a lens barrel 12 not having a zoom lens is exemplified, but the present application is not limited thereto, and can also be configured to include a zoom lens in the imaging optical system 13. Also, the present application can be applied to a camera such as a smartphone or a video camera in addition to the above-described digital camera.

Claims

1. A camera device having a processor, wherein the camera device, The processor performs the following processing: Acquire first information related to the insertion and removal of the recording medium that records the video data of the camera device; and The first photography mode, which is related to the function of the camera device, is limited based on the first information.

2. The camera device according to claim 1, wherein, When the first photography mode is activated, The processor performs either the execution of the first photography mode or the restriction of the first photography mode based on the first information, i.e., the first control.

3. The camera device according to claim 1, wherein, When the first photography mode is executed, The processor outputs error information based on the first piece of information.

4. The camera device according to claim 3, wherein, After outputting the error message The processor performs either the continuation of the first photography mode or the restriction of the first photography mode based on the first information, i.e., the second control.

5. The camera device according to claim 1, wherein, When the first photography mode is executed, if the power supply to the camera device is disconnected and then reconnected, The processor performs either the continuation of the first photography mode or the restriction of the first photography mode based on the first information, i.e., the third control.

6. The camera device according to claim 1, wherein, When the first photography mode is terminated... The processor performs initialization related to the first photography mode.

7. The camera device according to claim 6, wherein, The initialization process is as follows: The first setting value set in the first photography mode will not be used in the second photography mode, i.e., the second setting value set in the second photography mode.

8. The camera device according to claim 1, wherein, When the first photography mode is terminated... The processor executes a second photography mode, which is different from the first photography mode.

9. The camera device according to claim 1, wherein, The first photography mode is a photography mode with a limited number of shots.

10. The camera device according to claim 1, wherein, The first photography mode is a photography mode with restricted image format.

11. The camera device according to claim 1, wherein, The first photography mode is a photography mode that restricts the processor from outputting real-time views to the monitoring unit.

12. The camera device according to claim 1, wherein, The first photography mode is a photography mode that limits the storage of a series of image data obtained by photography in the first photography mode to a form other than a single unit.

13. The camera device according to claim 1, wherein, The first piece of information includes information about the insertion / removal status of the recording medium.

14. The camera device according to claim 1, wherein, The processor performs the following processing: If the first information indicates that the recording medium is in an inserted state, the first photographic mode is executed; and When the first information indicates that the recording medium is unplugged, the first photography mode is restricted.

15. The camera device according to claim 1, wherein, The processor performs the following processing: Determine whether a first attribute is assigned to the recording medium by executing the first photographic mode; and If the first attribute exists, the first photography mode continues; if the first attribute does not exist, the first photography mode is restricted.

16. The camera device according to claim 1, wherein, The processor performs the following processing: Determine whether a first attribute is assigned to the recording medium by executing the first photographic mode; If the first attribute exists and no external change is applied to the second attribute of the data assigned to the recording medium in association with the resume record, the first photography mode continues; and The first photographic mode is restricted if the first attribute exists and an external change is imposed on the second attribute of the data assigned to the recording medium in association with the resume record.

17. The camera device according to claim 1, wherein, The processor performs the following processing: When the power supply to the camera device is turned off and then turned back on, determine whether the first attribute assigned to the recording medium by the execution of the first photography mode exists; and If the first attribute exists, the first photography mode continues; if the first attribute does not exist, the first photography mode is restricted.

18. The camera device according to claim 1, wherein, The processor performs the following processing: When the power supply to the camera device is turned off and then turned back on, determine whether the first attribute assigned to the recording medium by the execution of the first photography mode exists; If the first attribute exists and no external change is applied to the second attribute of the data assigned to the recording medium in association with the resume record, the first photography mode continues; and The first photographic mode is restricted if the first attribute exists and an external change is imposed on the second attribute of the data assigned to the recording medium in association with the resume record.

19. A camera device having a processor, wherein, The processor performs the following processing: When a recording medium is inserted, second information related to the properties of the recording medium is obtained; and Based on the second information, the first photography mode related to the function of the camera device is restricted.

20. The camera device according to claim 19, wherein, The attribute includes either a first attribute assigned to the recording medium by executing the first photographic mode or a second attribute assigned to the recording medium in association with the resume record.

21. A camera recording method, wherein, The processor of the camera device performs the following processing: Acquire first information related to the insertion and removal of the recording medium that records the video data of the camera device; and The first photography mode, which is related to the function of the camera device, is limited based on the first information.

22. A program product comprising a camera program that causes a processor of a camera device to perform the following processing: Acquire first information related to the insertion and removal of the recording medium that records the video data of the camera device; and The first photography mode, which is related to the function of the camera device, is limited based on the first information.

23. A non-transitory, computer-readable medium storing a camera program that causes a processor of a camera device to perform the following processing: Acquire first information related to the insertion and removal of the recording medium that records the video data of the camera device; and The first photography mode, which is related to the function of the camera device, is limited based on the first information.

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