Abstract: Devices and methods are disclosed for phase detection autofocus. In one aspect, an image capture device includes an image sensor, diodes, filter array, single-diode microlenses, multi-pixel-microlens, and an image signal processor. Each filter of the array positioned within proximity of one of the diodes and configured to pass light to the diode. Each single-diode microlens positioned within proximity of one of the filters. Each multi-pixel-microlens positioned within proximity of three adjacent filters. Two of the three filters may be configured to pass the same wavelengths of light to first and second diodes. One of the three filters may be disposed between the two filters and configured to pass different wavelengths of light to a third diode. The first and second diodes collect light incident in a first and second direction, respectively. The image signal processor performs phase detection autofocus based on values received from the first and second diodes.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and systems of adapting an optical image stabilizer (OIS) for a camera, the methods comprising acquiring an image of the scene; obtaining image context associated with the image of the scene; selecting a mode of operating the OIS based on the obtained image context; and, applying the OIS using the selected mode of operation.

Abstract: A device with virtual plenoptic camera functionality is provided. The device comprises: a processor, a memory, an input device, and a camera device configured to capture at least one electronic image, wherein a focal plane of the camera device is adjustable; the processor configured to: control the camera device to capture a plurality of electronic images at a plurality of focal planes; receive, via the input device, input indicating a selection of one or more of the plurality of focal planes; and, store an output electronic image at the memory, the output electronic image comprising one or more of the plurality of electronic images corresponding to one or more selected focal planes.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and systems of adapting an optical image stabilizer (OIS) for a camera, the methods comprising acquiring an image of the scene; obtaining image context associated with the image of the scene; selecting a mode of operating the OIS based on the obtained image context; and, applying the OIS using the selected mode of operation.