Abstract: An image processing method including the steps of: acquiring scene information which is previously tagged on to image data supplied from an image data supply source together with the image data; and setting image processing conditions in accordance with the scene information using the image data, and/or setting an image sequence in a plurality of images to be recorded on an index print in accordance with the scene information; and producing the index print on which the plurality of the images are recorded in accordance with the image sequence. The method provides a digital image processing method that is particularly suitable for use with digital photoprinters and which can process image data under optimal conditions that are adapted to specific scenes in images such as the one recorded on films. As a result, the method can produce high-quality prints that reproduce optimal images for various scenes.

Abstract: Convenience of a digital camera is improved and the performance specialized for each function is also improved. A photography system 1 includes a photography device 10 by which the photographic objects are photographed to acquire the image information, and a portable data processing device 20 which is formed separately from the photography device 10 and stores the image information. The photography device 10 has an image information transmission means 12 that transmits the image information acquired to the data processing device 20 directly.

Abstract: The image print method performs image processing on image data acquired, in accordance with information on the image processing based on a request from a customer, sends the image data subjected to the image processing to a periodic distribution center which distributes a plurality of periodic deliveries via communication circuits together with information on an image destination based on the request from the customer, and outputs on a sheet a print image corresponding to the processed image data sent to the periodic distribution center as part of a periodic delivery destined for a destination conforming to the image destination specified by the information on the image destination based on the request from the customer or as an accompaniment for the periodic delivery.

Abstract: A printer comprises a data reading section, a data communicating section, an operating section, a monochrome printing section, and a color printing section. The data communicating section is connected to an image server placed at aside of an image supplier. A magazine includes a bar code printed on each page thereof. A page to be printed is set on a scanner of the printer. Upon pressing a read key, the data reading section reads the bar-code data. A picture identification number of a picture to be printed is inputted through the operating section. On the basis of inputted order data, the image server is searched to read original detailed image data concerned. The monochrome printing section or the color printing section performs printing on the basis of the read original image data.

Abstract: The images in a plurality of related images are processed such that a specific region of the image in the first frame is designated and a specific image in the specific region is modified while at the same time the information about the image characteristic quantity of the specific region and what was modified about the specific image are both stored and such that in the processing of the images in the second and subsequent frames, a similar region that is similar in the image characteristic quantity to the initial specific image in the specific region of the first frame is extracted and subjected to the same image modification as has been performed on the specific region of said first frame. Therefore, highly amusing images that have been finished to satisfy the customer's request and other needs can be obtained by simple and efficient operations; as a result, prints of high quality that reproduce such images can be produced in high yield.

Abstract: The method for storing an image which obtains pertaining information of an image by using a first database in which a type of an image scene and a sensitivity representation keyword associated therewith are previously stored and stores the image as a registered image together with the pertaining information in a second database, includes extracting a scene in the image and obtaining a type for the image scene when storing the image; deriving the sensitivity representation keyword referring to the first database by using the type obtained; and associating the derived sensitivity representation keyword with the image as the pertaining information thereof and storing the image or its identification information in the second database as the registered image. The method can store an image associated with a sensitivity representation keyword as a registered image, enabling efficient retrieval of the image suitable for a sensitivity representation keyword.

Abstract: In a fine photo mode, a camera photographs a series of frames from the same scene upon one depression of a release button, and records data of correlation between the frames of the same scene in association with the series of frames. When a printer reads the correlation data, the printer composes a high definition image from image data of the series of frames, and make a print of the high definition image. A literal photo mode may be selected for a scene containing a literal image. The camera records data representative of the literal photo mode in association with the frame taken in the literal photo mode, so the printer processes image data to improve sharpness and resolution of the literal image of the frame, and makes a hard copy of the literal image from the processed image data.

Abstract: Each crest-shape distribution region is sectioned in accordance with a value of a color obtained from extracted elements such as hue, saturation and lightness. A characteristic amount at each of a plurality of positions of an image including a designated eye is calculated, on the basis of values of obtained characteristic amounts, an image of a pupil portion is extracted, and red-eye correction processing is carried out.

Abstract: In a fine photo mode, a camera photographs a series of frames from the same scene upon one depression of a release button, and records data of correlation between the frames of the same scene in association with the series of frames. When a printer reads the correlation data, the printer composes a high definition image from image data of the series of frames, and make a print of the high definition image. A literal photo mode may be selected for a scene containing a literal image. The camera records data representative of the literal photo mode in association with the frame taken in the literal photo mode, so the printer processes image data to improve sharpness and resolution of the literal image of the frame, and makes a hard copy of the literal image from the processed image data.

Abstract: In a fine photo mode, a camera photographs a series of frames from the same scene upon one depression of a release button, and records data of correlation between the frames of the same scene in association with the series of frames. When a printer reads the correlation data, the printer composes a high definition image from image data of the series of frames, and make a print of the high definition image. A literal photo mode may be selected for a scene containing a literal image. The camera records data representative of the literal photo mode in association with the frame taken in the literal photo mode, so the printer processes image data to improve sharpness and resolution of the literal image of the frame, and makes a hard copy of the literal image from the processed image data.

Abstract: The shooting equipment communicating system includes portable shooting equipment and mobile communications equipment which are moved together and communicate with each other. The mobile communications equipment includes a database section for storing map data, location information about regions and sites included in a map and region-/site-related information identified by the location information, and a retrieving section for retrieving the relevant region-/site-related information depending on the input location information, and transmits the retrieved region-/site-related information to the portable shooting equipment. The portable shooting equipment includes a shooting section for performing photography shooting of a subject and a storage section for receiving and storing the retrieved region-/site-related information.

Abstract: A digital still camera is provided with a data communication section which transfers image data of a picture frame photographed by the digital still camera to a printing equipment through a radio telephony channel each time the picture frame is photographed. The data communication section sends ID data consisting of a user ID number and a frame ID number and print order data as along with the image data. In the printing equipment, the received image data and ID data is stored as database in a memory. Based on the image data read from the database, a printer makes hard copies in conditions designated by the print order data. The hard copies are delivered to a place appointed by the print order data.

Abstract: In a printing system, a developed photo filmstrip is put in a film scanner to pick up image data from all picture frames photographed on the filmstrip. An index image of the picture frames is displayed based on the image data, so a user selects picture frames to print with reference to the index image while designating a print size to each picture frame. The image data of each designated picture frame is compressed at a rate that is decided according to the print size. The higher compression rate is used for the smaller the print size. The compressed image data and print order data are transferred to a work station of a photofinisher. The photofinisher reproduces the original image data from the compressed image data, and makes prints based on the image data and print order data.

Abstract: In a fine photo mode, a camera photographs a series of frames from the same scene upon one depression of a release button, and records data of correlation between the frames of the same scene in association with the series of frames. When a printer reads the correlation data, the printer composes a high definition image from image data of the series of frames, and make a print of the high definition image. A literal photo mode may be selected for a scene containing a literal image. The camera records data representative of the literal photo mode in association with the frame taken in the literal photo mode, so the printer processes image data to improve sharpness and resolution of the literal image of the frame, and makes a hard copy of the literal image from the processed image data.

Abstract: The registering method and apparatus read out contents associated with a modification pattern modifying a transmission image to be displayed on a second image display unit of a second communication device when a first communication device including a first image display unit of a first person in communication is communicating with the second communication device of a second person in communication through a relay center, copy the modification pattern from the contents, and register the modification pattern in such a manner that the first person in communication or the first communication device is capable of using the modification pattern. The reproducing method and apparatus reproduce the registered modification pattern.

Abstract: In a sightseeing location, theme park or the like, a cameraman takes a picture with any customer as a subject. Photographic image data is stored, together with a photographing date/time and location, to an HDD of an order processing apparatus. A position information service center periodically transmits a position of a cellular phone carried by each customer to the order processing apparatus. The transmitted information, together with a date/time, is stored in the HDD as each customer's movement history. In case an image order is requested by a customer through an order receiving terminal or the like, the order processing apparatus collates a movement history of the corresponding customer with each photographing date/time and location of the photographic image data, and extracts only images having that customer as a subject to be list-displayed on a display.

Abstract: When a cameraman photographs a customer by a DSC, an order sheet in which the identification code of a photographed image is written into an IC chip mounted on a sheet and on which the photographed image is also recorded is produced by the DSC, and it is handed to the customer. In ordering the photographed image, the customer goes to a place where an order receiving terminal is installed, and he/she inserts the sheet into the slit of an order sheet reading unit. Thus, the identification code is read, and the whole surface of the sheet is read by a scanner, whereupon the read results are transmitted to an order processing apparatus. The order processing apparatus extracts corresponding image data from an image DB, with the identification code used as a key, and it performs a process complying with the customer's order.

Abstract: The image display method displays image information to be viewed by a person on display screens of a plurality of display apparatuses, is capable of setting a mode of display as a registrable mode which includes combination of at least two selectable items selected from the group consisting of presence or absence of need for tracking display, presence or absence of need for continued display, presence or absence of need for identification of the person, and setting of a stop condition and controls the display of the image information on the display screens of the plurality of display apparatuses in accordance with the setting of the registrable mode.

Abstract: Each crest-shape distribution region is sectioned in accordance with a value of a color obtained from extracted elements such as hue, saturation and lightness. A characteristic amount at each of a plurality of positions of an image including a designated eye is calculated, on the basis of values of obtained characteristic amounts, an image of a pupil portion is extracted, and red-eye correction processing is carried out.

Abstract: A game device includes a photographing unit, which photographs a user when the user uses a game provided by the game device, and a printer. A commemorative image is generated at a timing (e.g., each time a stage in the game is cleared or when the game is terminated) set on a setting screen, by making a composite of an image representing either user achievements or a game screen with an image of the user photographed by the photographing unit. The commemorative image is then displayed on a LCD of the game device. The commemorative image can be printed by the printer to make a commemorative image card when the user instructs the printer to print.