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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7953316 | Photographer's step and guard The invention as presently conceived discloses an apparatus that provides the dual function of protecting the contents of a camera bag as well as providing an elevated platform, specifically for a photographer. The apparatus resembles a conventional step-stool with ... | 05/31/2011 |
| 7680401 | Portable photography studio and method of assembly A portable photography studio includes a carrier for transporting the components of the photography studio. The carrier is made up of a number of panels, several of which are detachable from the other panels. The main components of the photography studio include a p... | 03/16/2010 |
| 7668446 | Automatic photo studio The present invention enables a user to photograph and edit a photograph suiting one's taste slowly and while having fun. The automatic photo studio of this invention has a counter for a person to receive a user, a plurality of satellites having a function of receiv... | 02/23/2010 |
| 7373210 | Effects and recording system An effects and recording system is provided which is capable of recording at least one of a received audio signal and a processed audio signal generated by the application of musical effects to the received audio signal. The audio signal may be captured from any dev... | 05/13/2008 |
| 7230628 | Previewing a framed image print An apparatus and method of generating a visual representation of an image based product. Where the image based product is a picture image, the method produces a framed prototype image showing the picture image framed within a frame. The method includes providing a f... | 06/12/2007 |
| 7216035 | Method and device for displaying navigational information for a vehicle According to the invention, navigational information for a vehicle is displayed intuitively and in an easily comprehensible manner in the form of a virtual pilot vehicle, superimposed on an image of the vehicle environment. The display mode and/or position and/or or... | 05/08/2007 |
| 7190379 | Method for resizing and moving an object on a computer screen A method for defining the size of an object displayed on a computer screen, the computer screen having a matrix of sensor points, said method comprising the steps of displaying an object on a computer screen, defining at least one screen area having a reference poin... | 03/13/2007 |
| 7190370 | Previewing and manipulating a framed image print An apparatus and method of generating a visual representation of an image based product. Where the image based product is a picture image, the method produces a framed prototype image showing the picture image framed within a frame. The method includes providing a f... | 03/13/2007 |
| 7177537 | Automated portrait studio An automated studio and control system for taking photographs is disclosed that alleviates many exposure problems and simplifies variables with which the photographer must deal in order to achieve consistent high quality photographs. The studio includes a multi-ligh... | 02/13/2007 |
| 7161620 | Moving pedestal for a camera including wheels and sensors for detecting a moving amount thereof A method is provided for picking up an image of an object with a camera mounted via a pan head on a moving pedestal. A reference position on a floor surface on which the moving pedestal moves and a reference angle of the moving pedestal are both set. A moving amount... | 01/09/2007 |
| 6980333 | Personalized motion imaging system A personalized motion imaging system, including: a computer; a motion image display device connected to the computer for displaying a motion image sequence to a viewer; a camera connected to the computer for capturing an image of the viewer; and an image processing ... | 12/27/2005 |
| 6965460 | Method and system for scanning an image using a look-down linear array scanner A system and method are disclosed which provide a look-down digital imaging device capable of capturing relatively high resolution digital images (e.g., comparable to traditional flatbed scanners). A preferred embodiment provides a look-down digital imaging device c... | 11/15/2005 |
| 6829432 | Face image photographic apparatus and face image photographic method In this invention, a camera position display portion for displaying the position of a camera at which a to-be-photographed person looks at the time of photographing by the camera, a confirming process display portion for displaying “wait for photographing” to th... | 12/07/2004 |
| RE38621 | OPTICAL DISK HAVING A PARTICULAR FORMAT TO STORE USER-SELECTED DATA, SUCH AS COMPRESSED VIDEO DATA OR COMPUTED FILES, INCLUDING A DEDICATED TOC REGION AND AN APPLICATION TOC TO IDENTIFY THE VIDEO COMPRESSION FORMAT An optical disk having a diameter less than 140 mm and, a thickness of 1.2 mm±0.1 mm, with a plurality of record tracks having data recorded thereon as embossed pits representing information and exhibiting a track pitch in the range between 0.646 μm and 1.05 μm; ... | 10/12/2004 |
| 6775475 | Camera trolley apparatus and methods A camera supporting chassis has attached clamp wheel assemblies. The clamp wheel assemblies secure opposing supports, and a camera is attached to the chassis. The chassis carries a brake capable of securing the chassis in place. The clamp wheel assemblies not only s... | 08/10/2004 |
| 6643455 | Object imaging system An object imaging system, particularly for slaughtered animal carcases or meat pieces, includes an imaging station to which the object (10) is introduced, a camera (20) at the imaging station, and lighting means (30). The imaging station includes a backin... | 11/04/2003 |
| 6636694 | Face image photographing apparatus and face image photographing method In this invention, a camera position display portion for displaying the position of a camera at which a to-be-photographed person looks at the time of photographing by the camera, a confirming process display portion for displaying "wait for photographing... | 10/21/2003 |
| 6633650 | Image processing apparatus The image processing apparatus executes predetermined image processing on image data obtained by photoelectrically reading an image photographed on a photographic film through a photographic lens of a camera, and thus obtains the image data for output. Th... | 10/14/2003 |
| 6606453 | Method for photographing lustrous objects, method for photographing spectacle frames, and method for creating electronic spectacle frame catalogue The present invention provides a method for photographing lustrous objects, including even spectacle frames with highly reflective surfaces such as metal frames, that enables the objects to be photographed more naturally and aesthetically without any refl... | 08/12/2003 |
| 6411778 | Portable backlit studio A portable photographic studio that is relatively lightweight, easily assembled and disassembled, easily carried and is easily transported in even a compact automobile is provided by the present invention.... | 06/25/2002 |
| 6300999 | Optical apparatus An optical apparatus is provided with storage means for storing captured images taken beforehand within a range of directional variability of an optical imaging system. The direction of the optical imaging system is detected and an image obtained in the d... | 10/09/2001 |
| 6168325 | Printer In an electronic picture print system that is activated in response to the deposit of money and provides a printing service in accordance with the control of a user, a printer starts feeding paper upon detection of the deposit of money. While the user is ... | 01/02/2001 |
| 6088527 | Apparatus and process for producing an image sequence An apparatus is provided for producing a photographic image sequence showing an apparent movement of a camera in an x-axis direction, with respect to a filmed object, without actual movement of the camera along the x-axis. The apparatus includes (a) a cam... | 07/11/2000 |
| 6047130 | Apparatus and method for portrait photography The present invention is an apparatus and method that includes a photographic camera synchronized to a video camera with a computer and viewing monitors in a unique combination that allows professional photography customers to visually determine the appro... | 04/04/2000 |
| 6044226 | Attention focusing device and method for photography subject A device and method for focusing the attention of subjects of photography is disclosed. A point of interest is reflected by a reflective pane which in turn is reflected by a beam splitter, toward the subject of the photography, into an image area. Photogr... | 03/28/2000 |
| 5915132 | Modular still photography studio A modular still photography studio comprising a plurality of adjacent photography set frames is provided. The studio is an apparatus which provides for converting any space, such as a room into a multiple set photography studio. The photography set frames... | 06/22/1999 |
| 5889550 | Camera tracking system A camera tracking system determines the three dimensional (3D) location and orientation of the film plane of a camera providing live recording of a subject, thereby defining a 3D coordinate system of the live action scene into which animated objects or ch... | 03/30/1999 |
| 5761539 | Centrally located camera intermediate a plurality of photographic environments A coin operated camera is mounted on a pedestal intermediate a plurality of children's rides. The camera may be rotated about a vertical axis to align with any of the rides to allow a photograph to be taken of the ride and any associated persons or appara... | 06/02/1998 |
| 5758196 | Outdoor studio utilizing apparatus for diffusing direct sunlight An outdoor studio for moderating the effects of direct sunlight to be utilized in camera work comprising a screening apparatus, including at least one panel of a scrim material, a self-supporting frame including a plurality of interconnected frame section... | 05/26/1998 |
| 5717958 | Automatic photographic processor apparatus, paper feeder device, outdoor installation booth, and object image capturing mechanism used in the automatic photographic processor apparatus, and indentification photograph strip with cutline markings An automatic photographic processor apparatus automatically produce a set of photographic prints, e.g. identification photos or self-portraits, in a short period of time when a human object or client takes an image of himself or herself.... | 02/10/1998 |
| 5664232 | Mini-studio equipment Mini-studio equipment allows a person who does not have highly developed photography techniques to take pictures of consistent quality in a shortened period of time, and makes it possible to easily move the studio, thereby widening the area of use. The mi... | 09/02/1997 |
| 5589902 | Integrated automatic installation for taking photographs or sequences of photographs A photo installation having an acquisition element intended to receive the optical image of a subject desired to be photographed. The acquisition element is connected to a central processing unit for storing the optical information thus received. The inst... | 12/31/1996 |
| 5534963 | Posing station A posing station for a portrait studio which allows for great flexibility in the taking of subjects' portraits. The posing station can be converted between a seating area with an aisle behind it for group photographs and an expansive surface for baby and ... | 07/09/1996 |
| 5531645 | Amusement ride A coin or token-operated amusement ride comprises a base having a drive unit therein and one or more driven arms extending therefrom and supporting a ride seat which is moved cyclically for a period of ride operation by the drive unit upon actuation by pa... | 07/02/1996 |
| 5512396 | Method of producing photographic prints A methodology for handling photographic film in which a video image of each frame of film is acquired on a diskette as the frames are originally being processed in the photographic laboratory, the diskette is transmitted to the photographer's studio, alon... | 04/30/1996 |
| 5508774 | Automatic image capture station An automatic image capture station employing a pressure sensing pad to provide position signals to a controller for use directing the subject to appropriate position in the field of view of the camera or, alternatively, to control the camera operation to ... | 04/16/1996 |
| 5475460 | Photographic play set having improved lighting A play set for children that allows a child to take correctly framed, focused and illuminated photographs of dolls, action figures or the like, in a life-like play setting. A camera support frame receives a removable, standard camera and aims its lens, th... | 12/12/1995 |
| 5442444 | Apparatus for human topography An apparatus for determining the dimensions of an object such as a person uses a video or diskette or still camera, and includes further two projectors for projecting a horizontal raster line pattern at a 45° angle onto the person, so that projected line... | 08/15/1995 |
| 5389984 | System for recording identical electronic and photographic images Apparatus for recording a video image which is identical to a photograph of a person includes a video camera for making a video image and a photographic camera having an openable shutter for exposing a piece of film for taking a photograph. A computer is ... | 02/14/1995 |
| 5383027 | Portrait printer system with digital image processing editing A portraiture printer system receives portrait film which carries portrait images provided by a portraiture camera. A frame grabber receives portrait images carried on the film and converts them into digitized images. An edit station processes the digitiz... | 01/17/1995 |
