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System and method for redeye strobe mode control

US7180545B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 31, 2003
Grant dateFeb 20, 2007
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Expiry dateJan 31, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04N23/74
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method and apparatus for controlling a flash that automatically selects between normal flash mode and redeye reduction flash mode is disclosed. The apparatus measures the light in the scene, and based on this measurement, chooses between the redeye reduction flash mode and the normal flash mode. The apparatus may also measure the distance to the object and use this information to help chooses which flash mode to use.

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