Partial RAW Data Transmission for Faster Image Development Feedback
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing image capture apparatuses face delays in confirming the development result of RAW data due to network transmission times and processing times in external servers, degrading usability.
Innovation Solution
An image processing apparatus and method that transmits partial RAW data to an external apparatus for initial processing, allowing for the display of partial development results before completing processing on the entire image, with indicators showing the processing status, enabling faster confirmation of development results.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If the entire image data is transmitted to the external apparatus for developing processing, then the processing quality is improved, but the time required to confirm the development result increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the entire image data into multiple pieces (first image data and second image data). The external apparatus processes the first piece and returns it quickly, allowing the user to confirm part of the development result sooner. The remaining pieces are processed subsequently, balancing processing quality with time efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent performs preliminary transmission and processing of only the necessary first image data to the external apparatus before the user needs to confirm the development result. This preliminary action reduces the initial processing time while maintaining the option to process the entire image later if needed.
2Loss of time
If only partial image data is transmitted to the external apparatus, then the time to confirm development result is reduced, but the completeness of processing is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the image data transmission into multiple stages: first transmitting a necessary portion for immediate processing and confirmation, then transmitting the remaining pieces subsequently. This segmentation allows the system to balance quick confirmation with complete processing.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent maintains continuous processing by transmitting the second image data to the external apparatus after receiving the first development result. This continuous action ensures that while the user can confirm results progressively, the complete processing is eventually finished without interruption.
3Speed
If the image capture apparatus performs all developing processing itself, then the processing speed is improved, but the adaptability to new processing techniques is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an external apparatus as an intermediary for developing processing. This external apparatus can be updated with new processing techniques independently of the image capture apparatus, providing adaptability while the capture apparatus maintains its fast data transmission and reception capabilities.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent separates the image capture function from the developing processing function. The capture apparatus focuses on fast data transmission, while the external apparatus handles the adaptable processing, allowing each component to optimize its specific function without compromising the other.
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AI summary
An image processing apparatus obtains image data and transmits the image data to an external apparatus. The image processing apparatus applies first image processing to the image data and receives a result of second image processing applied in the external apparatus to a part of the image data corresponding to a partial area of an entire image represented by the image data, prior to receiving a result of the second image processing applied in the external apparatus to the entirety of the image data corresponding to the entire image. The image processing apparatus, when causing a display apparatus to display the image data that has been transmitted to the external apparatus, causes the display apparatus to display the image data along with an indicator indicating a status of the second image processing being applied to the image data in the external apparatus.