Image taking device, method for controlling light sources and computer program
US7415202B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 20, 2005 |
| Grant date | Aug 19, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 20, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04N2101/00
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An image taking device with a lighting device includes a light irradiating portion for irradiating light to a subject and a light receiving portion for receiving reflected light from the subject that is irradiated by the light. The light irradiating portion is structured to have a plurality of light sources that are arranged so as to surround the light receiving portion. Each of the light sources is adjusted to emit light of an intensity corresponding to an arrangement position.
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