Camera Mode Switching via Reproduced Image Metadata
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current image capturing apparatuses do not allow for easy reflection of shooting settings from a reproduced image to immediately transition to a shooting mode, making it difficult for users to replicate preferred shooting parameters.
Innovation Solution
An image capturing apparatus with a mode switching unit, display control unit, and control unit that allows users to switch between operation modes, display reproduced images, and set shooting settings based on attribute information to reflect those settings in a live view image, enabling a seamless transition from reproduction mode to shooting mode.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If shooting parameters are set manually to replicate preferred settings, then shooting precision can be improved, but operation complexity increases and time consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the copying principle by automatically copying shooting parameters from a reproduced image to the current shooting mode. When a user selects a reproduced image and activates the automatic parameter setting function, the system extracts shooting parameters (such as aperture, shutter speed, ISO, focal length) from the stored image metadata and automatically applies them to the current shooting configuration, eliminating manual parameter entry while ensuring accuracy.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements preliminary action by pre-storing shooting parameters alongside reproduced images in the image metadata. This allows the parameters to be readily available and automatically applied when needed, rather than requiring users to manually recall or re-enter them. The system prepares the parameter data in advance during image capture and stores it with the image file.
2Measurement precision
If shooting parameters are set manually to replicate preferred settings, then shooting precision can be improved, but time consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system automatically copies shooting parameters from the reproduced image's metadata to the current shooting mode, eliminating the time-consuming manual parameter setting process. This copying operation occurs instantaneously when the user activates the function, preserving parameter accuracy while dramatically reducing the time required.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements self-service by enabling the system to automatically retrieve and apply shooting parameters without requiring user intervention in the parameter setting process. The system autonomously extracts parameters from the reproduced image metadata and configures the current shooting settings, allowing users to focus only on selecting the desired image and activating the function.
3Ease of operation
If automatic parameter setting is implemented, then ease of operation is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The automatic parameter setting function leverages the existing image metadata structure that already contains shooting parameters from the captured image. By copying this pre-stored information to the current shooting mode, the system achieves automatic parameter setting without requiring complex analysis or processing, thus minimizing the increase in device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes the multi-functionality of the image metadata, which serves both as storage for the reproduced image and as a source of shooting parameters. This universal data structure allows the system to perform multiple functions (image display and parameter extraction) using the same data repository, reducing the need for additional specialized components.
4Loss of time
If automatic parameter setting is implemented, then time consumption is reduced, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system achieves rapid parameter setting by directly copying data from the image metadata without requiring complex processing algorithms. This simple copying mechanism reduces parameter setting time to nearly instantaneous while avoiding the need for sophisticated analysis systems, thereby minimizing the increase in device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The automatic parameter setting function operates autonomously by self-retrieving shooting parameters from the reproduced image metadata and automatically configuring the current shooting mode. This self-service capability eliminates the need for user intervention and complex control logic, achieving time reduction with minimal complexity increase.
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AI summary
An image capturing apparatus includes a mode switching unit which, in response to an instruction from a user, switches an operation mode of the apparatus, a display control unit which controls such that a reproduced image is displayed in a reproduction mode, and a control unit controls such that, when a reproduced image is displayed in the reproduction mode, in response to accepting a specific instruction, based on attribute information of the reproduced image being displayed, at least a part of settings from shooting settings for when the reproduced image was shot are set in the apparatus, switching from a reproduction mode to a shooting mode is performed, and a live view image in which the part of settings are reflected is displayed.