JP2004004223A - Photographing device, photograph vending machine, and print media - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a photographing device capable of providing a photograph using a background desired by a user. <P>SOLUTION: To take a photograph using a background desired by a user 9, the photograph vending machine is installed on show-window-style shelves comprising a transparent plate 21 and transparent shelves, and is characterized by providing a background which is the background object 23 to be photographed as the background of an object. Thus, a photograph with the desired background 23 can be taken through the transparent plate. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2004,JPO

Description

[0001]
TECHNICAL FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to a photographing apparatus, a photo vending machine, and a printing medium, and more particularly, to a photographing apparatus, a photo vending machine, and a printing medium that can provide a photograph using a background desired by a user.
[0002]
[Prior art]
A photo vending machine that automatically captures and prints the user's photo by inserting the value of coins, etc., and the user's image that has been captured and the image stored in advance and can be selected from the user Photo vending machines and the like that print a photo combined with a printed image are widely known.
[0003]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
In such a conventional photo vending machine, a plurality of curtains with a printed background can be used as a background for photographing. Further, an illumination device can be provided behind the subject to change the color of the illumination light.
[0004]
Thus, although there is a photo vending machine that provides a user with a highly original background, there is a problem that it is not possible to provide a user with more types of backgrounds.
[0005]
Further, there is a problem that wrinkles and kinks easily occur in the above-described curtain, and a beautiful photograph cannot be provided in some cases with a background using the curtain. In addition, when an image printed on a flat surface is used as a background, there is a problem that there is a case where a three-dimensional effect is not obtained and a satisfactory photograph cannot be provided to a user.
[0006]
In addition, in order to provide more realistic pictures, technologies using chroma key technology, face or human body recognition technology, etc. have been adopted as image synthesis technology. It is impossible to perform a detailed synthesis such as between individual hairs, and there is a problem of lack of reality. In particular, in the case of a user who has a hair style with a lot of hair gaps, such as a sauvage or perm, the background can be seen through a gap between the hairs when actually photographing. Also, the background reflected through transparent clothing has the effect of appearing translucent. Such an effect is very difficult to be realized by the above-described image composition technique, and has a problem that it is difficult to provide a beautiful photograph with true reality.
[0007]
The present invention has been made in view of such a problem, and has an object to provide a photographing apparatus, a vending machine, and a print medium that can provide a beautiful photograph with a high originality. I do.
[0008]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
In order to achieve the above object, according to one aspect of the present invention, a photographing device is a photographing device including a photographing means for photographing a subject and a background, wherein the background includes a transparent plate and a transparent shelf. A background subject arranged in a space, wherein the photographing means photographs the subject and the background subject via the transparent plate.
[0009]
Further, the above-mentioned transparent shelf includes a plurality of transparent shelves, the background subject is a plurality of background subjects arranged on each of the plurality of transparent shelves, and the photographing unit performs the plurality of shooting in response to a user instruction. It is desirable to select one of the background subjects and shoot as the background subject.
[0010]
Further, it is preferable that the photographing device further includes an illuminating unit for illuminating the background subject, and the illuminating unit illuminates the background subject selected in accordance with a user's instruction.
[0011]
Further, it is desirable that the above-mentioned transparent plate has a function of preventing light reflected by the transparent plate from being photographed by the photographing means.
[0012]
Further, the function of preventing the light reflected on the transparent plate from being photographed is desirably a transparent plate shape such that the light reflected on the transparent plate does not reach the photographing means.
[0013]
According to another aspect of the present invention, a photographing device is a photographing device including photographing means for photographing a subject and a background, and the background is a display means.
[0014]
Further, it is desirable that the display means displays an image stored in advance in response to a user's instruction.
[0015]
Further, it is desirable that the display means displays an image using one of a plurality of light emitting elements, a neon lamp, and a video screen.
[0016]
Further, it is preferable that the photographing apparatus further includes a blocking unit that blocks the background so that the background is not photographed by the photographing unit.
[0017]
Further, it is preferable that the photographing device further includes a second subject between the photographing unit and the background, and the photographing unit photograph the subject, the background, and the second subject.
[0018]
Further, it is desirable that the second subject is a stereoscopic video.
According to still another aspect of the present invention, a photo vending machine includes the above-described photo-taking device, and printing means for printing a photo taken by the photo-taking device.
[0019]
According to still another aspect of the present invention, a print medium is a print medium used in a printing unit of the above-described photo vending machine.
[0020]
BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION
Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. In the following description, the same parts and components are denoted by the same reference numerals. Their names and functions are the same. Therefore, detailed description thereof will not be repeated.
[0021]
[First Embodiment]
First, the photo vending machine according to the first embodiment will be described.
[0022]
FIG. 1 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of the appearance of a photo vending machine according to the present embodiment.
[0023]
Referring to FIG. 1, the photo vending machine according to the present embodiment includes a photographing device 1 inside housing 3 and faces user 9 as subject 90. For convenience of explanation, the side facing the user 9 in the housing 3 is referred to as a front surface. That is, the left side of the housing 3 in FIG. 1 is the front side of the housing 3 and the right side is the rear side of the housing 3. Note that any object can be selected as the subject 90, but in the present embodiment, the user 9 is assumed.
[0024]
Behind the subject 90, a background 2, which is a background at the time of shooting, is provided. The background 2 will be described in detail later with a specific example.
[0025]
The color or pattern of the inner wall at the rear of the housing 3 is not limited as long as the photographing can be performed effectively. Specifically, when chroma key synthesis is performed, blue color is given. In addition, white may be applied to bring out the effect of indirect illumination, or pink, red, yellow, etc. may be applied in consideration of the effect of color (color cast) on the subject 90.
[0026]
FIG. 2 is a diagram showing a specific example of the appearance of the photographing device 1 shown in FIG.
Referring to FIG. 2, an upper camera 10 a and a lower camera 10 b are provided in front of the photographing device 1, and a user 9 inserts a value (coin) into a coin slot 50 so that the subject 90 is turned in front. And shoot from above.
[0027]
A speaker 70 provided in front of the photographing device 1 outputs audio information such as BGM and various instructions.
[0028]
The photographed image of the subject 90 is displayed on the upper display 30a and the lower display 30b. In addition, the user 9 can take a desired pose while watching the captured image displayed on the upper display 30a provided on the front.
[0029]
Further, an operation unit 40 is provided on the front of the photographing device 1 for receiving inputs of various instructions and the like from the user 9. The operation unit 40 includes a lower display 30b and an input device 41. The lower display 30b includes a touch panel type input unit. The user 9 can touch various buttons displayed on the lower display 30b with the pen-shaped input device 41 to input various instructions and determine a print image. Further, it is possible to directly write characters and draw arbitrary figures on the lower display 30b. Further, as shown in FIG. 2, a plurality of pen-shaped input devices 41 may be provided. In this case, the plurality of users 9 can input the above-described instruction, draw a figure, and the like. The input device 41 may be a controller-type input device or another type of input device.
[0030]
According to an instruction from the user 9, the photographed image is printed on a print medium such as a card such as paper or plastic, a metal accessory, or the like, and is provided to the user 9 by being discharged from the outlet 60.
[0031]
Note that the photography device 1 is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and may have other various functions.
[0032]
FIG. 3 is a functional block diagram showing the configuration of the photographing apparatus 1 shown in FIG.
[0033]
Referring to FIG. 3, photographing device 1 includes a control unit 101 that controls the entire photographing device 1. The control unit 101 receives an operation signal from the operation unit 40. Further, a coin detection signal is received from a coin detection unit 51 provided inside the coin insertion slot 50.
[0034]
The storage unit 102 stores a plurality of image data and sound data. The image data stored in the storage unit 102 includes a demonstration image (hereinafter, referred to as a demo image), a plurality of decorative images to be printed on the surface of a print medium, and the like. The storage unit 102 stores a program executed by the control unit 101. Further, the storage unit 102 also serves as a temporary storage area when the control unit 101 executes a program.
[0035]
The graphic I / F (interface) circuit 103 reads the image data stored from the storage unit 102, converts the read image data into a predetermined stored image signal, and transmits the signal to the image synthesis unit 106 and the display selection circuit 107.
[0036]
The sound I / F circuit 104 reads the stored sound data from the storage unit 102, converts the read sound data into a predetermined sound signal, and transmits the signal to the speaker 70.
[0037]
The image signal of the subject 90 sent from the camera 10 including the upper camera 10a and the lower camera 10b is received by the image correction unit 105, and the image correction unit 105 corrects the image of the subject 90. The image correction unit 105 performs necessary processing such as image distortion correction, color tone correction, image deformation, rotation, and inversion. The image signal of the subject 90 corrected by the image correction unit 105 is transmitted to the image synthesis unit 106.
[0038]
The image synthesis unit 106 receives an image signal of the subject 90 as a first image signal, and receives an image signal of a stored image transmitted from the graphic I / F circuit 103 as a second image signal. Then, the first image and the second image are combined. The method of synthesizing images in the image synthesizing unit 106 is described in detail in Utility Model Registration No. 3043855 and Utility Model Registration No. 3051776, and the detailed description is omitted here. Note that it is desirable that the image synthesizing unit 106 includes a plurality of synthesizing methods, and selects an optimum synthesizing method based on a control signal from the control unit 101. The synthesized image is transmitted to the display selection circuit 107 and the printer 61.
[0039]
The display selection circuit 107 receives the synthesized image signal from the image synthesis unit 106 and the stored image signal from the graphic I / F circuit 103, and selects one of the image signals based on the control signal from the control unit 101. Then, the data is transmitted to the display 30 including the upper display 30a and the lower display 30b. The display 30 receives an image signal from the display selection circuit 107 and displays an image.
[0040]
The printer controller 109 controls the printer 61 based on a control signal from the control unit 101. The printer 61 receives the combined image signal from the image combining unit 106 under the control of the printer controller 109, generates print image data based on the combined image data, and prints the print image on a predetermined print medium. Note that the printer 61 may not be included in the photographing apparatus 1 body. In this case, the printer controller 109 controls the remote printer 61 by performing communication using a LAN (Local Area Network), a dedicated line, or the like, or performing wireless communication, and prints the print image. Can be printed on media.
[0041]
The illumination control unit 108 performs synchronization control of the illumination 20 so that the illumination 20 including the upper illumination 20a and the lower illumination 20b is illuminated in synchronization with a photographing unit of the camera 10.
[0042]
The counter 110 counts and displays the number of coins inserted.
In a general photo vending machine equipped with such a photographing device 1, the following operation is usually performed. That is, until the user 9 inserts a coin, the display selection circuit 107 selects the graphic I / F circuit 103 based on the control signal from the control unit 101. For this reason, the demo image data stored in the storage unit 102 in advance is transferred to the graphic I / F circuit 103, and the demo image is displayed on the display 30. In addition, BGM sound data stored in the storage unit 102 in advance is transferred to the sound I / F circuit 104, and BGM is played from the speaker 70.
[0043]
When the user 9 inserts a coin and a detection signal is transmitted from the coin detection unit 51 to the control unit 101, predetermined image data and sound data stored in the storage unit 102 are transmitted by the control signal from the control unit 101. The data is read out and transmitted to the graphic I / F circuit 103 and the sound I / F circuit 104. Then, the display 30 and the speaker 70 give an appropriate instruction to the user 9 by display and voice, and the following operation is performed.
[0044]
FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing a process executed in the photo vending machine of the present embodiment provided with the photographing device 1. 4 is realized by the control unit 101 of the photographing apparatus 1 executing a program stored in the storage unit 102.
[0045]
Referring to FIG. 4, first, when the required number of coins is received from user 9 while the demonstration screen is displayed, coin detection unit 51 detects insertion of coins (S101). The control unit 101 receives the detection signal from the coin detection unit 51 and reads out predetermined image data and sound data stored in the storage unit 102. The read image data and sound data are transmitted to the graphic I / F circuit 103 and the sound I / F circuit 104. Then, an instruction is appropriately output to the user 9 by the display from the display 30 and the sound from the speaker 70.
[0046]
Subsequently, selection of a desired photographing method from the user 9 is received (S103). In the photographing apparatus 1, photographing can be performed a plurality of times in one process. For example, a face-up image can be taken using the upper camera 10a, and a whole body image can be taken using the lower camera 10b. A plurality of photographing methods in consideration of such variations can be set in advance, and the user 9 is made to select by displaying the photographing methods on the display 30. The user 9 can input a desired photographing method by making a selection using the input device 41 such as a touch pen. The selection of the imaging method to be accepted in step S103 may be made by appropriately combining the above-described selection of the imaging method with the camera 10 and the method of lighting.
[0047]
Subsequently, selection of a desired background 2 from the user 9 is received (S104). In step S104, when the background 2 desired by the user 9 is selected, control is performed so that the background 2 is photographed. The method of controlling the desired background 2 will be specifically described later.
[0048]
When the photographing method and the background 2 selected in step S103 are determined, the subject 90 is photographed by the camera 10 (S105). The photographing process in step S105 may be performed a plurality of predetermined times. Further, it may be performed a plurality of times repeatedly within the time limit. At this time, an instruction to move the camera 10 can be received from the input device 41.
[0049]
When the photographing in step S105 is completed, the photographed image is displayed on the display 30. Then, the input of the second image on the screen is received from the user 9 (S107). Acceptance of the input of the second image in step S107 can be performed until a predetermined time limit is reached. A pen, a stamp, a background, a color, a line type, a pattern, and the like are displayed on the display 30 as tools used for inputting the second image. First, selection of a tool from the user 9 is received. Then, an input of a second image such as an arbitrary image or text using the selected tool is received.
[0050]
When the input of the second image is completed in step S107, an image obtained by combining the image captured in step S105 and the above-described second image is displayed on the display 30. Both the captured image and the second image include a plurality of images, and the display 30 displays a plurality of combined images. Then, a selection of an image to be printed is received from the user 9 (S109).
[0051]
Further, the image to be printed selected in step S109 is displayed on the display 30 in association with the plurality of layouts stored in the storage unit 102. Examples of the layout include a layout in which the size of a predetermined print medium is divided into 8, 16, 24, and 32 divisions. Then, the user 9 receives a selection of a desired layout from the plurality of layouts displayed on the display 30 (S111).
[0052]
When the layout selection is received in step S111, the received layout and the image data of the image to be printed received in step S109 are transmitted to the printer controller 109 as an instruction signal. Then, printing is performed on the surface of a predetermined print medium by the printer 61 (S113), and the printed print medium is discharged from the exit 60 and provided to the user 9.
[0053]
Thus, the processing in the photographing apparatus 1 is completed, and in the photo vending machine, the BGM is played and a demonstration image is displayed until the next coin is inserted, in the same manner as before the coin insertion.
[0054]
The above is the description of the photo vending machine including the photo shooting device 1 of the present embodiment.
[0055]
Next, the background 2 in the first embodiment will be described. FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of the background 2 according to the first embodiment. Referring to FIG. 5, the photo vending machine according to the present embodiment is characterized in that background 2 is provided using a show window type shelf. Specifically, the background 2 in the present embodiment is a background subject 23 that is photographed as a background of the subject 90 and is provided on a show window-type shelf including a transparent plate 21 and a transparent shelf 22. And
[0056]
The background subject 23 as the background 2 corresponds to a stuffed animal, a balloon, a plant, or the like. The background subjects 23 are placed on the shelf 22 and are projected onto the background of the subject 90 via the transparent plate 21 to become the background. As described above, since the background subject 23 such as a stuffed animal is put in the show window, the subject 90 does not interfere with the subject 90 during shooting, is broken, is stolen, or becomes dirty. . In addition, since a photograph can be taken with a three-dimensional object as a background, a detailed natural background combined photograph can be provided without the need for image combining. Therefore, it is possible to obtain a natural synthesized image that cannot be obtained by the image synthesis technology, and it is possible to provide a realistic photograph. Further, since the shelf 22 is transparent, a natural photograph in which the shelf 22 is not projected can be obtained. In addition, the present invention is not limited to a stationary object such as a stuffed animal, and a variety of photographs can be obtained by using an object such as a stuffed animal whose shape changes automatically or according to an instruction from the user 9 as the background subject 23.
[0057]
As shown in FIG. 5, the shelves 22 are provided in a plurality of stages, and a lighting 24 is provided above each of the shelves to illuminate a background subject 23 placed on each of the shelves 22. The user 9 can input an instruction from the input device 41 of the photographing device 1 or the like to turn on the illumination 24 only at the stage where the background subject 23 used as the background is placed. Then, it is possible to take a picture with the desired background subject 23 as a background via the transparent plate 21.
[0058]
In addition, an attendant or the like can open the rear door 26 and arbitrarily remove the shelf 22. Therefore, it is desirable that the door 26 be locked so that the user 9 and the like do not open and close without permission. By arbitrarily removing the shelf 22, various background subjects 23 can be provided to the user 9 without being limited by the size. For example, by placing a subject 90 and a background subject such as a life-size doll or a plant, it is possible to obtain a photograph as if the subject 90 were lined up.
[0059]
The inside of the door 26 can be further used as a background of the background subject 23. Therefore, the door 26 may be provided with a color, a pattern, or the like that matches the image of the background subject 23, or may be provided with a color, or the like, for image processing performed by the photographing apparatus 1. . For example, by arranging a poster or the like representing a seaside scene inside the door 26 and arranging a surfing board as the background subject 23, it is possible to obtain a realistic photograph as if shot at the seaside. Further, when the input device 41 or the like receives an instruction from the user 9, the color, pattern, or the like inside the door 26 may arbitrarily change.
[0060]
In addition, in order to meet the needs of the user 9 who wants to obtain a photograph not having the background 2 as the background, a non-transparent curtain 25 for blocking the background 2 is further provided in front of the transparent plate 21. Therefore, such a user 9 can take a photograph as usual by lowering the curtain 25 as shown in FIG. 5 and preventing (blocking) the background subject 23 from appearing.
[0061]
The transparent plate 21 is desirably a transparent plate made of tempered glass, acrylic, polycarbonate, or the like so that the transparent plate 21 is safe even when hit by the user 9. Further, a configuration is provided in which the illumination 20 at the time of photographing is not reflected. Specifically, the transparent plate 21 using a material whose reflectance is greatly reduced by performing special surface processing can be used. Further, the shape of the transparent plate 21 may be the shape shown in FIGS. FIG. 6 is a top view of the background 2 and FIG. 7 is a side view. As shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, since the transparent plate 21 has a curved surface, the reflected light can be prevented from reaching the camera 10, and a beautiful photograph without reflected light can be obtained. . The direction of the curved surface may be a curved surface viewed from above as shown in FIG. 6 or a curved surface viewed from the side as shown in FIG. Further, both shapes may be provided.
[0062]
Further, the transparent plate 21 may have the shape shown in FIG. That is, the divided transparent plate 21 may have a shape in which the transparent plate 21 faces downward (or upward) at an angle. By doing so, a beautiful photograph without reflected light can be obtained.
[0063]
Although not shown in FIG. 5, background object 23 may be arranged in front of transparent plate 21 as background 2 in the present embodiment. In this case, as described above, there is a risk of contact with the subject 90 or theft, and therefore it is desirable that the arrangement should be such that such a situation does not occur. Specifically, a background subject 23 such as a balloon made of glass adhered to the transparent plate 21 or a stereoscopic holography projected by a projection device (not shown) or the like can be arranged. By arranging the above-described three-dimensional holography as the background subject 23, it can be displayed at an arbitrary place, and the background subject 23 can be arranged at an arbitrary position. Further, it is also possible to dispose it on the subject 90 in an overlapping manner. Therefore, a more realistic photograph can be obtained. Further, by arranging such a background subject 23 between the camera 10 and the subject 90, it is possible to obtain a realistic photograph as if the subject 90 was holding a balloon or the like, which is the background subject 23. .
[0064]
[Second embodiment]
Next, a photo vending machine according to a second embodiment will be described. The external appearance of the photo vending machine and the configuration of the photographing device 1 according to the second embodiment are the same as those in the first embodiment, and thus description thereof will not be repeated.
[0065]
Next, FIG. 9 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of the background 2 in the second embodiment. Referring to FIG. 9, the photo vending machine according to the present embodiment includes a background display 27 and a control device 28 behind subject 90 as background 2. The control device 28 may be a device independent of the photographing device 1 as shown in FIG. 9 or may be a device included in the photographing device 1. In the latter case, there is no need to provide an installation space for the control device 28 behind the background display 27, and the housing 3 can be designed to be more compact.
[0066]
FIG. 10 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the background display 27 and the control device 28. Referring to FIG. 10, background display 27 includes a plurality of light-emitting elements, neon lamps, video screens, and the like, and is controlled by control device 28 to display various videos.
[0067]
The control device 28 includes a CPU (Central Processing Unit) and the like, and controls the control device 28 and the background display 27, an input unit 204 that receives an input of an instruction from the user 9, a communication unit 203. And a storage unit 202 for storing information to be displayed.
[0068]
In the present embodiment, the user 9 can display a desired image from among the images stored in the storage unit 202 of the control device 28 in advance on the background display 27 to be used as the background of the photograph. Such an image to be displayed on the background display 27 may be instructed by directly inputting it to the input unit 204 of the control device 28. Further, by inputting with the input device 41 of the photographing device 1, an instruction input from the photographing device 1 to the input unit 204 of the control device 82 may be passed. When the control device 28 includes a communication unit 203 that communicates via the Internet, a communication line, a LAN (Local Area Network), or the like, desired image data is stored in a storage device such as another server via the communication unit 203. It may be obtained and displayed on the background display 27. Further, an image of a product or the like provided by a sightseeing company or a company that provides a game may be displayed via the communication unit 203 on the background display 27.
[0069]
As described above, by displaying the image stored in the storage unit 202 in advance or the image data obtained via the communication unit 203 as the background image on the background display 27, the user 9 can be provided with an infinite number of types of background images. It is possible to provide the user 9 with a highly original photograph.
[0070]
As described above, when the control device 28 is included in the photographing device 1, the control unit 201 of the control device 28 controls the control unit 201 by performing the control means performed by the control unit 201 of the control device 28. It can be included in the unit 101. Similarly, the storage unit 202 can be included in the storage unit 102. Further, the input unit 204 can be included in the operation unit 40, and the user 9 can operate the display of the background display 27 by operating the operation unit 40. Further, the communication unit 203 can be provided in the photographing device 1. Then, the image capturing apparatus 1 and the background display 27 communicate with each other to transmit and receive image data to each other, so that the background display 27 can display an image. Note that the communication here may be communication via a communication line using a LAN, other interfaces, or the like, or may be wireless communication. Further, the background display 27 can obtain power from a power supply unit (not shown) in the photographing device 1. By doing so, the manufacturing cost of the device can be significantly reduced.
[0071]
In this embodiment, similarly to the photo vending machine in the first embodiment, by providing a curtain (not shown) in front of the background display 27, an image displayed on the background display 27 can be displayed on the background. It is also possible to meet the needs of the user 9 who wants to obtain an unreliable photograph. Further, similarly to the photo vending machine according to the first embodiment, a background subject 23 such as stereoscopic holography can be arranged in front of the background 2. As a result, a more realistic photograph can be obtained.
[0072]
The embodiments disclosed this time are to be considered in all respects as illustrative and not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is defined by the terms of the claims, rather than the description above, and is intended to include any modifications within the scope and meaning equivalent to the terms of the claims.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is a diagram showing a specific example of the appearance of a photo vending machine according to an embodiment.
FIG. 2 is a diagram showing a specific example of the appearance of the photographing device 1 shown in FIG.
FIG. 3 is a functional block diagram showing a configuration of the photographing device 1 shown in FIG.
FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing a process executed in the photo vending machine of the present embodiment provided with the photo shooting device 1;
FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of a background 2 in the first embodiment.
FIG. 6 is a view showing a specific example of the shape of a transparent plate 21;
FIG. 7 is a view showing a specific example of the shape of a transparent plate 21;
FIG. 8 is a diagram showing a specific example of the shape of a transparent plate 21;
FIG. 9 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of a background 2 according to the second embodiment.
FIG. 10 is a block diagram showing a configuration of a background display 27 and a control device 28.
[Explanation of symbols]
1 photography apparatus, 2 backgrounds, 3 housings, 9 users, 10 cameras, 10a upper camera, 10b lower camera, 20 lighting, 20a upper lighting, 20b lower lighting, 21 transparent plate, 22 shelves, 23 background subject, 24 lighting , 25 curtain, 26 door, 27 background display, 28 control device, 30 display, 30a upper display, 30b lower display, 40 operation unit, 41 input device, 50 coin insertion slot, 51 coin detection unit, 60 outlet, 61 printer , 70 speakers, 101 control unit of the photographing device, 102 storage unit of the photographing device, 103 graphic I / F circuit, 104 sound I / F circuit, 105 image correction unit, 106 image synthesis unit, 107 display selection circuit, 108 Lighting control unit, 109 printer controller, 110 counter, 201 system The control unit of the device, the storage unit 202 control unit, 203 communication unit, 204 input unit.

Claims (13)

A photographing apparatus including photographing means for photographing a subject and a background, wherein the background is a background subject arranged in a space formed of a transparent plate and a transparent shelf, and wherein the photographing means includes the transparent plate. A photographing device for photographing the subject and the background subject via a camera. The transparent shelf is composed of a plurality of transparent shelves, and the background subject is a plurality of background subjects arranged on each of the plurality of transparent shelves, and the photographing unit is configured to execute the plurality of transparent shelves in response to a user instruction. The photographing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the photographing device selects one of the background subjects and photographs as the background subject. The photographing apparatus according to claim 2, further comprising an illumination unit configured to illuminate the background subject, wherein the illumination unit illuminates the background subject selected according to an instruction of the user. The photographing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the transparent plate has a function of preventing light reflected on the transparent plate from being photographed by photographing means. The photographing apparatus according to claim 4, wherein the function of preventing the light reflected by the transparent plate from being photographed is a shape of the transparent plate such that the light reflected by the transparent plate does not reach the photographing unit. What is claimed is: 1. A photographing apparatus comprising photographing means for photographing a subject and a background, wherein the background is a display means. The photographing device according to claim 6, wherein the display unit displays an image stored in advance in response to a user instruction. The photographing apparatus according to claim 6, wherein the display unit displays an image using any one of a plurality of light emitting elements, a neon lamp, and a video screen. The photographing apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising a blocking unit configured to block the background such that the background is not captured by the capturing unit. The photographing apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising a second subject between the photographing unit and the background, wherein the photographing unit photographs the subject, the background, and the second subject. The photographing device according to claim 10, wherein the second subject is a stereoscopic image. A photographing device according to any one of claims 1 to 11,
A printing means for printing a photograph taken by the photographing device. A printing medium used in a printing means in the photo vending machine according to claim 12.

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