Camera Mode Switching via Linked Shooting Modes
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional image capturing apparatuses face challenges in efficiently switching between shooting modes, particularly when the user needs to switch between modes like underwater and beach modes, especially when the device is in a waterproof case, leading to increased processing load and suboptimal results due to automatic mode selection limitations and cumbersome operation requirements.
Innovation Solution
An image capturing apparatus with a mode changing unit that allows simple switching between pre-determined related shooting modes, such as underwater and beach modes, using a combination of operation inputs like the shutter switch and power switch, and a control method that prioritizes displaying these modes at the top of the menu for easy selection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Extent of automation
If automatic mode selection is implemented based on shooting environment analysis, then mode selection is automated, but processing load increases and desired modes may not be included in selection options
Solution Approach 1:
The patent pre-establishes a predetermined relationship between shooting modes (e.g., underwater mode and beach mode are linked as related modes). When a user selects one mode, the system automatically presents related modes as selection options without requiring real-time environmental analysis. This preliminary organization of mode relationships reduces processing load while maintaining automation benefits.
2Extent of automation
If shooting mode is automatically switched when installed in waterproof case, then underwater shooting is enabled, but user cannot easily switch modes when needed (e.g., for beach shooting)
Solution Approach 1:
The patent makes the mode selection system dynamic by allowing users to switch between related modes (underwater and beach) based on actual shooting needs. The system maintains automatic mode selection for underwater shooting when installed in a waterproof case, but enables flexible manual switching to related modes when needed, combining automation with user control.
3Manufacturing precision
If multiple shooting modes are provided with detailed settings, then shooting quality is improved, but ease of operation decreases due to complex settings
Solution Approach 1:
The patent pre-configures optimal settings for each shooting mode (e.g., aperture, shutter speed, white balance) before the user needs to use them. When a user selects a mode like underwater or beach, the corresponding pre-set parameters are automatically applied, eliminating the need for users to manually adjust complex settings while maintaining high shooting quality.
4Device complexity
If shooting modes are listed in fixed order in menu, then menu structure is simple, but user cannot easily access related modes (e.g., underwater and beach modes)
Solution Approach 1:
The patent dynamically reorders the menu list based on the currently selected mode. When a user selects underwater mode, related modes (beach mode) are automatically positioned at the top of the menu list, making them easily accessible. This dynamic reordering maintains simple menu structure while significantly improving mode accessibility and usability.
Data Source
AI summary
In an image capturing apparatus having a plurality of shooting modes, the shooting mode can be switched to a shooting mode sharing a pre-determined relationship, with a simple operation. Specifically, whether the currently set shooting mode has been associated with other shooting modes is determined when a pre-determined operation input is detected. If the currently set shooting mode is associated with other shooting modes, the shooting mode is switched to one of the other shooting modes sharing the pre-determined relationship with the current shooting mode.