JP4053768B2 - Automatic photography apparatus and method - Google Patents

Description

[0001]
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
  The present invention is a photo vending machine that is installed in a game center or the like, shoots a subject including a user by inserting coins, and sells the photographed image as a photographic print or the like.AutomaticThe present invention relates to a photography apparatus and a method thereof.
[0002]
[Prior art]
In recent years, a large number of photo vending machines that take photographs and make sticker prints have been installed in game centers and the like. As a system configuration adopted in such a photographic vending machine, a system as shown in FIG. 11 is generally used. In this device, a half mirror 53 is provided inside the main body 52 at an angle of approximately 45 °. A camera 55 that captures the user 54 is provided behind the half mirror 53, and a monitor 56 that displays an image captured by the camera 55 is provided below the half mirror 53. In the figure, 51 is a controller, and 57 is a printer for printing a photographic print 58.
[0003]
In the photo vending machine, an image taken by the camera 55 through the half mirror 53 is displayed on the monitor 56, and the image displayed on the monitor 56 is reflected by the half mirror 53 so that it can be confirmed by the user 54. It has become. Then, the user 54 takes a desired pose while confirming his / her appearance on the monitor 56, and operates the controller 51 at a favorite position to take a still image. The still image is combined with an appropriate background color or the like and printed as a photographic print 58.
[0004]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, since the camera 55 is fixedly attached in the above-described system, the camera 54 has a single function of photographing the user 54 from the front, and the printed photo variation is monotonous. At the same time, the relative positional relationship between the user and the background color or the like, which is a pattern or color arranged as the background, is limited to one type, so the tendency to become a monotonous photograph is also increased.
[0005]
  The present invention has been made in view of such circumstances, and provides a richer combination of the subject, the subject, and the background color.AutomaticIt is an object of the present invention to provide a photography apparatus and method.
[0006]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
  In order to achieve the above object, the present invention includes a shooting booth for shooting a subject including a user, and a shooting unit configured to be able to take a shot with a plurality of shooting optical axes in the shooting booth,
  There are screens for different shooting backgrounds on multiple walls in the shooting booth.Multiple locations in the shadow boothscreenThebackgroundageTakeShadows can be madeAutomaticA photography apparatus is a first gist.
[0007]
  On the other hand, in order to achieve the above object, the present invention includes a shooting booth for shooting a subject including a user, and shooting means configured to be able to take a shot with a plurality of shooting optical axes in the shooting booth. Prepare
  There are screens for different shooting backgrounds on multiple walls in the shooting booth.Multiple locations in the shadow boothscreenThebackgroundageTakeAdded shadowAutomaticThe photography method is the second gist.
[0008]
  That is, it is the first gist of the present invention.AutomaticThe photographing apparatus includes photographing means configured to be able to photograph with a plurality of photographing optical axes in the photographing booth, and at the same time, the photographing position of the subject can be photographed at a plurality of places in the photographing booth. It is configured. By adopting a plurality of photographing optical axes in this way, so-called camera angles are diversified, the subject can be photographed from various directions, and the relative positional relationship between the subject and the background color is abundant. Therefore, the printed photo is in an optimal state of harmony between the subject and the background color, and the subject and the shooting optical axis (camera angle) are in a mode that suits the user's preference, satisfying the user. It is possible to provide photographs with higher degrees.
[0009]
  In addition, by setting the floor area and floor shape in the shooting booth so that the subject can move appropriately in the shooting booth, the subject can select his / her shooting position at multiple locations as appropriate, the background color, etc. And the relationship with the screen or the like can be further abundant according to preference, and the above-mentioned satisfaction can be remarkably enhanced. In this way, the ability to have a plurality of shooting positions is very effective in diversifying the combination of the background color and the screen and the screen. In addition, since it is possible to shoot with multiple wall surfaces in the shooting booth as the back, the texture of the booth material that forms the wall surface, the color pattern of the material, etc. It can be used in an optimal state depending on the optical axis and shooting position.In addition, a plurality of screens can be utilized in an optimal state depending on the plurality of photographing optical axes and photographing positions.In this way, the resulting photo has the optimal harmony between the subject and the background color.
[0010]
The effects as described above are a rational combination of the multiple shooting optical axes between the camera and the subject, the shooting positions at the multiple locations of the subject, and the background color. Has become a basic idea.
[0011]
  On the other hand, it is the second gist of the present invention.AutomaticThe photography method includes photographing means configured to be able to photograph with a plurality of photographing optical axes in the photographing booth, and in addition, the photographing position of the subject can be photographed at a plurality of locations in the photographing booth. It is configured. In addition, it is possible to perform shooting with a plurality of wall surfaces in the shooting booth as a back.
[0012]
Therefore, a plurality of photographing optical axes and photographing locations similar to those in the first gist are reflected in the photographing method, and the same effects as those in the first gist can be obtained.
[0013]
  Main departureClearlyIn this case, when the photographing unit is configured to be able to photograph with a plurality of photographing optical axes by changing the angle of the photographing optical axis, the subject can be photographed from various angles. The relative position with respect to color etc. can be selected more abundantly, and a photograph with high satisfaction can be provided. Moreover, being able to photograph the subject from various angles makes it possible to take a pose that is good for the subject, and at the same time, a pose that is good for the background color and the like.
[0015]
  In the present invention, when the entrance of the shooting booth is partitioned from the outside by a curtain that can be a back screen, the curtain will have a function as a back screen and a blocking function from the outside. It is effective to make the system multifunctional. That is, the components of the booth that were originally not expected to function as a back screen play the role of a back screen. In addition, by making the color of the curtain inner surface and the color of the material constituting the wall surface the same or similar, the back screen can be formed in a form that substantially does not have a curtain.
[0016]
  In the present invention, when the back screen is a screen for background synthesis, for example, the background color read from the storage means such as the background color after clearly identifying the subject image and the surface state of the back screen. And the like. In particular, under the configuration in which the curtain forms part of the back screen, the function of the original back screen can be fully exhibited without being affected by the presence of the curtain.
[0017]
  In the present invention, a flash illumination device that irradiates a flash toward the inner surface forming the shooting booth, and when configured to shoot a subject by reflected light from the wall surface of the flash illumination device, Since the reflected light is irradiated onto the subject with innumerable directions in the shooting booth, the subject is almost free from shadows resulting in shadows, and a photo full of bright brightness can be obtained. Then, such a photograph is combined with the advantages of a plurality of photographing optical axes and a plurality of photographing locations as described above, thereby completing a photograph with higher freshness.
[0018]
  In the present invention, when the photographing means is provided so as to protrude into the photographing booth, the photographing optical axis can be sufficiently secured because the photographing means protrudes. If the photographing means is disposed behind the transparent glass, the peripheral member of the transparent glass obstructs the photographing optical axis, and the above-described advantages cannot be obtained. In addition, a sufficient mechanical space for ensuring a change in the photographing optical axis is required due to the protrusion.
[0019]
  Main departureClearlyIn this case, when a mirror is provided near the ceiling surface of the shooting booth so that the subject reflected on the mirror can be shot, the reflected image of the subject is recorded on the shooting means via the mirror. Therefore, it is not necessary to arrange the photographing means above the photographing booth, which is effective for simplifying the structure and reducing the cost. In addition, since the subject can take a pose as if looking up at the sky, a wide variety of photographs are available.
[0020]
  Main departureClearlyIf the mirror is a half mirror, the image is taken with the intensity of the reflected light of the subject reduced, so that the resulting subject image has a tone with a suppressed brightness and is unique. The taste can be brought out.
[0021]
  Main departureClearlyWhen the mirror is a curved mirror, the subject is a subject image deformed according to the curved shape and the degree of curvature of the curved mirror, so that a comical photograph can be obtained by taking advantage of the characteristics of the curved mirror. it can.
[0022]
  Main departureClearlyIn the case where the mirror is a convex mirror, a subject image in which a specific portion unique to the convex mirror is enlarged is obtained, so that a photograph in which the individuality of the subject itself is emphasized can be obtained.
[0023]
  In the present invention, when the light amount in the photographing area in the photographing booth is set to be substantially uniform, the light amount of the flash illumination is substantially uniform anywhere in the photographing booth. Therefore, no shadow is formed on the back screen, and it can be successfully combined with other background images, and the above-described good photographs can be obtained. In particular, since the amount of light in the photographing area in the photographing booth is optimized, it is only necessary to control the amount of light at a so-called necessary location.Therefore, the number of flash illumination devices and the intensity of illumination are rationally selected, Effective for simplification and cost reduction.
[0025]
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
Next, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail.
[0026]
FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an embodiment of a photographic apparatus and method according to the present invention, and FIGS. 1 and 2 illustrate a mode in which the photographic apparatus according to the present invention is incorporated in a photographic vending machine.
[0027]
Further, the embodiment described below is a combination of a photography apparatus and method and a flash illumination apparatus necessary for carrying out the photography apparatus and method.
[0028]
As shown in FIG. 1 and FIG. 2, here, a format divided into a shooting booth installed exclusively for shooting and an editing booth for editing the captured image information according to the subject's own preference is illustrated. ing.
[0029]
This photo vending machine includes a housing 1 provided with various devices inside and on the front, and a ceiling portion 3A that protrudes from the top of the housing 1 to the back of the subject 2.
[0030]
Further, a side wall 5A on the back side in FIG. 1 and a side wall 5B (not shown in FIG. 1) disposed on the near side are formed on both sides of the ceiling portion 3A. These side walls 5A and 5B are formed of, for example, a synthetic resin panel or a sheet material stretched without wrinkles. The side walls 5A and 5B are provided with an entrance 4A, and the curtain 4 is suspended there. A back screen 28 is disposed behind the subject 2. The back screen 28 is wound around the operation roller 28E so that a plurality of color back screens can be selected. Here, for example, it is a two-color system of a yellow back screen 28C and a pink back screen 28D.
[0031]
The subject 2 is covered by a space surrounded by the front surface, the ceiling 3A, the curtain 4, the side wall 5A on the back side in FIG. The photographing booth is formed, and the casing 1 constitutes a part of the photographing booth. The photographing booth is formed as a space as described above, and is indicated by reference numeral 9. Normally, doorways and curtains are also arranged on the side of the side wall 5B on the front side.
[0032]
A camera 6A for photographing the subject 2 is provided inside the housing 1, and a transparent plate 7 such as glass is fitted on the surface of the housing 1 on the subject 2 side of the camera 6A. Further, a strobe 8 that illuminates the subject 2 by irradiating a flash from the front is provided at the upper and lower portions of the front surface of the casing 1. Further, another camera 6B is attached to the frame member 10 in a state of protruding into the photographing booth 9.
[0033]
FIG. 3 shows a state where the camera 6B is attached to the frame member 10 as an enlarged front view.
[0034]
Inside the housing 1 is provided a computer device 11 for receiving image data from the cameras 6A and 6B and storing images. Further, on the subject 2 side of the casing 1, a display 12 on which an image of a favorite pose or the like of the subject 2 is displayed. On the display 12, image signals from the cameras 6A and 6B are input to the computer apparatus 11, and the subject 2 operates to read them out. Reference numeral 13 denotes a touch pen that is provided on the display 12 and inputs an operation signal. Such an input of the operation signal is not limited to the touch pen 13 and may be performed instead of the button type or the operation lever type. Reference numeral 16 denotes a speaker attached to the housing 1, which operates in response to a signal from the computer device 11 and guides instructions to the subject 2 by voice.
[0035]
Further, the housing 1 is provided with a coin selector 14 for detecting coins, that is, a means for receiving a value. In addition, a large number of photographs are taken in combination with various poses, background colors, etc. In order to edit the photographs, a large number of photographs are edited from a server 18 described later by another editing computer 19. You need to be able to call it. For this purpose, a card printer 15 from which a recording card can be taken out is provided. The card printer 15 may output a memory sheet on which an image number or the like is printed, or may output it in the form of a magnetic card.
[0036]
Instead of the above-described memory paper or magnetic card, the editing computer device 19 may be used with a password stored in the computer device 11.
[0037]
Editing work is performed in the editing booth using a shooting memory at the shooting booth, for example, a magnetic card as a medium. The editing booth is denoted by reference numeral 17, and an editing computer device 19 is connected to the photographing computer device 11 via a server 18. The editing booth 17 is provided with a magnetic card reader 19A, an editing display 20, its touch pen 21, a printer 22, a cutter 23, and the like. Reference numeral 24 denotes a print medium that comes out of the printer 22. Reference numeral 25 denotes a speaker.
[0038]
Operations in the shooting booth 9 and the editing booth 17 described above will be described.
[0039]
The subject 2 as the person to be photographed enters the photographing booth 9, and first, a predetermined amount of coins is put into the coin selector 14, where the coins are checked to determine whether the amount of money is normal. As a result, an operation procedure is displayed on the display 12 in response to a signal from the computer device 11 that can be used, and the subject 2 taps (tap) the surface of the display 12 with the touch pen 13 according to this procedure. Various operation signals are sent to the computer apparatus 11. In the course of this operation, the subject 2 performs a shutter operation at a timing when the subject 2 becomes a favorite image while confirming his / her own image on the display 12.
[0040]
Image data captured by the shutter operation is stored in the server 18 via the computer device 11. At this time, a captured image number or the like is assigned to the image data of each captured image, and each image data is stored in the server 18 in a form associated with the captured image number or the like. When the number of photographed images reaches a predetermined quantity, a signal such as a photographed image number is sent from the computer device 11 to the card printer 15, and the subject 2 has a memory paper or the like on which the photographed image number is recorded by printing or the like. A magnetic card or the like is received from the card printer 15.
[0041]
Next, the subject 2 enters the editing booth 17, and sets the above magnetic card in the reading device 19A or inputs a photographed image number or the like on the editing display 20 using the touch pen 21 while looking at the memory paper. The image data stored in the server 18 is read out to the computer device 19 and displayed on the display 20. The subject 2 examines the captured image displayed on the display 20, selects a favorite captured image, and performs an editing operation.
[0042]
This editing work is performed using, for example, the touch pen 21, and the tip of the touch pen 21 is brought into contact with the surface of the display 20 so that characters and figures can be drawn and input. The image data such as graphics, the stamp image, and the like are combined with the photographed image by the computer device 19. The synthesized image is displayed on the display 20 and finally confirmed, and then the synthesized image is printed by the printer 22 to complete the work in the editing booth 17.
[0043]
FIGS. 1 and 2 show a configuration in which the shooting booth 9 and the editing booth 17 are separated. However, in order to implement the present invention and enjoy the advantages thereof, the booths 9 and 17 are integrated into the shooting, editing and editing. Even if printing is performed in the same housing, there is no change.
[0044]
Next, a plurality of photographing optical axes and a plurality of photographing positions forming the gist of the present invention will be described.
[0045]
The cameras 6A and 6B, which are the photographing means shown in FIG. 1, are configured so that the position and orientation can be freely changed according to the instruction of the subject. The camera 6A is slidably attached to a straight rail 26 fixed in the vertical direction. The camera 6B protruding into the photographing booth 9 is attached in a state where it can be rotated in all directions such as up and down, left and right, and diagonally. The movable mounting structure of these two cameras can be easily implemented by adopting a general rail guide mechanism, a universal swing mechanism or the like.
[0046]
Such a moving direction and range of the camera are shown in various forms in FIG. (A) is the figure which looked at the camera 6A of FIG. 1 from the front, and the frame line 27 of a two-dot chain line illustration has shown the frame member of the transparent plate 7. FIG. When (B) moves to the left and right, (C) is a so-called + -type rail 26 on the top, bottom, left and right. (D) is a case where the structure shown in (A) is made into a double type. Further, (E) is a view seen from the side, in which the vertical rail 26 has an arc shape, and the angle of the photographing optical axis is changed in accordance with the arc movement of the photographing optical axis.
[0047]
The above explanation is mainly a technique for realizing a plurality of photographing optical axes, but FIG. 5 shows a combination of both the selection of a plurality of photographing optical axes and a plurality of photographing positions of the subject. .
[0048]
5A is supported so that the camera 6A can move left and right, and the subject 2 stands at a position shown by a solid line or a position shown by a two-dot chain line. Thus, in order to be able to select various shooting positions, the floor area and floor shape of the shooting booth 9 are selected. For example, in (A), the size of the floor surface 3B that can correspond to at least the moving range of the camera 6A is set. Then, by moving the subject 2 and moving the camera 6A, various relative positional relationships between the camera 6A and the subject 2 can be selected, and the camera 6A and the side wall 5C or the side wall 5A on the curtain 4 side can be selected. The relative positional relationship can be selected in a variety of ways, resulting in a richer variety of photos.
[0049]
FIG. 6B shows a camera 6A slidably mounted on an arc-shaped rail 26, and diversified photographed images can be obtained as in FIG. Furthermore, here, a plurality of back screens 28A and 28B are arranged along the side walls 5A and 5B, and the position of the camera 6A is the case of either the subject 2 shown by a solid line or the subject 2 shown by a two-dot chain line. By changing, both the back screens 28A and 28B can be arbitrarily selected. Therefore, it is possible to select a background color or image according to the preference of the subject 2.
[0050]
The effect by the above-mentioned embodiment is demonstrated.
[0051]
That is, by adopting a plurality of photographing optical axes, so-called camera angles are diversified, the subject 2 can be photographed from various directions, and the relative positional relationship between the subject 2 and the background color and the like becomes rich. Therefore, the printed photograph is in a state where the harmony between the subject 2 and the background color is optimal, and the subject 2 and the photographing optical axis (camera angle) are in a mode suitable for the person's preference. Can provide photos with higher satisfaction.
[0052]
Further, by setting the floor size and floor shape in the shooting booth 9 so that the subject 2 can move appropriately in the shooting booth 9, the subject 2 selects his / her shooting positions appropriately at a plurality of locations. In addition, the relationship with the background color or the screen or the like can be further enriched according to the preference, and the above-described satisfaction can be remarkably enhanced. In this way, the ability to have a plurality of shooting positions is very effective in diversifying the combination of the background color and the screen and the screen.
[0053]
The embodiments shown in FIGS. 4E, 5B, 5C, 6A, 6B, etc. are cases where the angle of the photographic optical axis is changed. Other than that, it is the same as that of the said embodiment, and the same code | symbol is attached | subjected to the same part.
[0054]
The change of the angle of the photographing optical axis is easily realized by swinging the camera 6B universally or by moving it along the arc-shaped rail 26. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to the said embodiment.
[0055]
The embodiment shown in FIGS. 1, 5B, 6C, 6 and the like is a case where the cameras 6A and 6B are provided so as to protrude into the photographing booth 9. Other than that, it is the same as that of each said embodiment, and attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part.
[0056]
By projecting the camera 6A, the direction of the photographing optical axis can be sufficiently secured. If the camera is disposed behind the transparent glass, the peripheral member of the transparent glass obstructs the photographing optical axis, and the above-described advantages cannot be obtained. In addition, a sufficient mechanical space for ensuring a change in the photographing optical axis is required due to the protrusion. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to said each embodiment.
[0057]
The embodiment shown in FIGS. 1, 5, and 6 is a case where photographing can be performed with a plurality of wall surfaces 5 </ b> A, 5 </ b> B, and 5 </ b> C in the photographing booth 9 as a back. Other than that, it is the same as that of each said embodiment, and attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part.
[0058]
The texture of the booth material forming the wall surfaces 5A, 5B, and 5C, the color pattern of the material, and the like can be utilized in an optimal state depending on the plurality of photographing optical axes and photographing positions. In this way, the completed photo has the optimal harmony between the subject 2 and the background color. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to said each embodiment.
[0059]
The embodiment shown in FIG. 5B is a case where a plurality of back screens 28 </ b> A and 28 </ b> B are present in the photographing booth 9. Here, two back screens 28A and 28B are provided along the side walls 5A and 5B. Other than that, it is the same as that of each said embodiment, and attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part.
[0060]
The plurality of back screens 28A and 28B can be utilized in an optimum state depending on a plurality of photographing optical axes and photographing positions. In particular, since there are a plurality of back screens, the colors of the screen can be diversified. In this way, the resulting photo has the optimal harmony between the subject and the background color. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to said each embodiment.
[0061]
The embodiment shown in FIGS. 5A and 5B is a case where the entrance / exit of the photographing booth 9 is partitioned from the outside by a curtain 4 that can be a back screen. That is, the inner surface of the curtain 4 constituting the doorway has a screen color that fulfills the function of the back screen. Other than that, it is the same as that of each said embodiment, and attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part.
[0062]
The booth components that were not originally expected to function as a back screen play the role of a back screen. In addition, the back screen is formed in such a manner that the curtain does not substantially exist by making the color of the inner surface of the curtain 4 and the color of the material constituting the side wall 5C the same or similar. Even if a plurality of subjects 2 enter the photographing booth 9, a sufficiently large back screen can be used. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to said each embodiment.
[0063]
In the embodiment shown in FIGS. 5A and 5B, the back screens 28A and 28B or the surface of the harmonized color tone of the curtain 4 and the side wall 5C is used as a screen for background synthesis. This is the case. In the background composition, the display 20 is operated to select a background color or the like to replace the color of the back screen and the like, and the computer device 19 performs composition with the background color and the like. For example, it is combined with the background color read from the storage means such as the background color.
[0064]
For example, the object image and the surface state of the back screen are clearly identified and then combined with, for example, the background color read from the storage unit such as the background color. In particular, under the configuration in which the curtain 4 forms part of the back screen, the original function of the back screen can be fully exhibited without being affected by the presence of the curtain 4.
[0065]
In the embodiment shown in FIG. 5C, a mirror 29 is attached in the vicinity of the ceiling surface of the photographing booth 9 to photograph a subject reflected by the mirror 29. Other than that, it is the same as that of each said embodiment, and attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part.
[0066]
Since the reflected image of the subject 2 is captured by the camera 6B through the mirror 29, the camera 6A does not need to be disposed above the imaging booth 9, which is effective for simplification of the structure and cost reduction. In addition, since the subject 2 can take a pose as if looking up at the sky, there are a wide variety of photographs. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to said each embodiment.
[0067]
In the next embodiment, the mirror 29 is a half mirror. Other than that, it is the same as that of each said embodiment, and attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part.
[0068]
Since the image is taken with the intensity of the reflected light of the subject 2 reduced, the resulting subject image has a tone with a suppressed brightness, and a unique taste can be produced. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to said each embodiment.
[0069]
Further, the next embodiment is a case where the mirror 29 is a curved mirror. Other than that, it is the same as that of each said embodiment, and attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part.
[0070]
Since the subject 2 becomes a subject image deformed according to the curved shape and the degree of curvature of the curved mirror, a comical photograph can be obtained by taking advantage of the characteristics of the curved mirror. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to said each embodiment.
[0071]
Furthermore, the next embodiment is a case where the mirror 29 is a convex mirror. Other than that, it is the same as that of each said embodiment, and attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part.
[0072]
Since the subject image is obtained by enlarging a specific portion unique to the convex mirror, a photograph in which the individuality of the subject itself is emphasized can be obtained. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to said each embodiment.
[0073]
In implementing the above photography apparatus and method, a combination with an excellent flash illumination device is important.
[0074]
The flash illumination device shown in FIGS. 6 to 9 will be described. The entire flash illumination device is denoted by reference numeral 30 and is composed of an illumination box 31 as shown in FIG. 8 and a strobe 32 disposed therein. The illumination box 31 includes a flat and opaque opaque cover plate 33, a translucent plate 34 coupled to the periphery thereof, a strobe 32 fixed to the inner surface of the cover plate 33, and the like. The translucent plate 34 is coupled to four sides or necessary sides of the cover plate 33, and is arranged in an inclined state so that the flash from the strobe 32 can be easily irradiated toward the inner surface forming the photographing booth 9. ing. Therefore, when the translucent plate 34 is coupled to the four sides of the cover plate 33, it has a pyramid shape. The translucent plate 34 is made of, for example, a transparent or translucent synthetic resin plate.
[0075]
The illumination box 31 and the strobe 32 are fixed to the other side wall 5D side orthogonal to the side wall 5A, here, the inner surface of the cover plate 33, and the irradiation direction of the strobe 32 is directed to the side wall 5A. The side walls 5A, 5B, 5C, 5D, the cover plate 33, the inner surface of the ceiling portion 3A, the floor surface 3B, and the like have a bright surface color such as white or ivory white that easily reflects flashlight. Since the structure that irradiates flash light on the adjacent orthogonal wall surfaces is arranged at a plurality of locations in the photographing booth 9 as described above, a lot of reflected light as shown in FIG. There is no flashing or flashing lighting that will not bother you if there is a shadow.
[0076]
The camera 6B as the photographing means shown in FIG. 6 is arranged in a state of projecting in the photographing booth 9, and this camera itself uses the above-mentioned universal mechanism in order to follow the movement of the photographing position of the subject 2. It is supported. Although not shown here, the lighting box 31 may be attached to the ceiling, or the strobe 32 may be embedded in the floor surface 3B.
[0077]
FIG. 9 shows a case where the strobe 32 is disposed in an exposed state. Such a configuration is advantageous in that the reflection effect of the cover plate 33 cannot be obtained, but the structure is simplified and the depreciation is reduced.
[0078]
The embodiment shown in FIGS. 6 to 9 includes a flash illumination device 30 that irradiates a flash toward the inner surface forming the photographing booth 9, and the subject 2 is reflected by reflected light from the wall surface of the flash illumination device 30. Is configured to illuminate and shoot. Other than that, it is the same as that of each said embodiment, and attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part.
[0079]
Since the reflected light is irradiated onto the subject 2 with innumerable directions in the photographing booth 9, the subject 2 has almost no shadow due to the shadow, and a photograph full of bright brightness can be obtained. Then, such a photograph is combined with the advantages of a plurality of photographing optical axes and a plurality of photographing locations as described above, thereby completing a photograph with higher freshness. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to said each embodiment.
[0080]
Further, the embodiment shown in FIGS. 6 to 9 is a case where the light quantity in the photographing area in the photographing booth 9 is set to be substantially uniform. Such adjustment of the amount of light is performed by appropriately selecting the flash intensity and size of the flash illumination device 30 or the arrangement position. Other than that, it is the same as that of each said embodiment, and attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part.
[0081]
In the photographing booth 9, since the light intensity of the flash illumination is substantially uniform wherever the photographing is performed, the above-described good photograph can be obtained. In particular, since the amount of light in the photographing area in the photographing booth 9 is optimized, it is only necessary to control the amount of light at a so-called necessary location. Therefore, the number of the flash illumination devices 30 and the illumination intensity are rationally selected, It is effective for simplification of means and cost reduction. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to said each embodiment.
[0082]
FIG. 10 shows another embodiment, in which both the booths 9 and 17 are integrated and photographing, editing, and printing are performed in the same housing. That is, the printer 22 and the cutter 23 are arranged in the housing 1 shown in FIG. 1, while the card printer 15 is removed.
[0083]
As can be understood from FIG. 10, the photography apparatus and method of the present invention can be further improved in commercial value as a photographic vending machine by being combined with various functional means in the photographic vending machine.
[0084]
In other words, this is a case where the above-described photography apparatus and method have a “means for displaying a photographed image” corresponding to the display 20 of FIG. The various functions and effects obtained by the above-described photography apparatus and method are combined with the above-mentioned “means for displaying a photographed image” to realize an excellent product function photograph vending machine.
[0085]
Furthermore, although not shown in the drawing, a button switch for operating the shutter of the camera, a touch pen type operating means, or an “input means for operating the photographing apparatus” corresponding to a zoom adjusting means, etc. is provided in the above-described photography apparatus and method This is the case. The various functions and effects obtained by the above-described photography apparatus and method are combined with the above-mentioned “input means for operating the photography apparatus” to realize an excellent product function photography vending machine.
[0086]
Furthermore, this is a case where the above-described photography apparatus and method include “sound output means” corresponding to the speakers 16 and 25 of FIG. The various functions and effects obtained by the above-described photography apparatus and method are combined with the above-mentioned “means for outputting sound” to realize an excellent product function photo vending machine.
[0087]
Furthermore, this is a case where the above-described photography apparatus and method includes a “means for receiving consideration” corresponding to the coin selector 14 of FIG. The various functions and effects obtained by the above-described photography apparatus and method are combined with the above “means for receiving the price” to realize a photograph vending machine with excellent product functions.
[0088]
Furthermore, this is a case where the above-described photography apparatus and method includes a “means for printing out a photographed image” corresponding to the printer 22 of FIG. The various functions and effects obtained by the above-described photography apparatus and method are combined with the above-mentioned “means for printing out a photographed image” to realize a photographic vending machine with excellent product functions.
[0089]
Furthermore, this is a case where the above-described photography apparatus and method have “means for editing a photographed image” corresponding to the display 20 and the touch pen 21 of FIG. The various functions and effects obtained by the above-described photography apparatus and method are combined with the above-mentioned “means for editing a photographed image” to realize an excellent product function photography vending machine.
[0090]
Furthermore, this is a case where the above-described photography apparatus and method include “a means for inputting and receiving a second image” corresponding to the display 20 and the touch pen 21 of FIG. This includes means for synthesizing the photographed image and the second image, and the various effects obtained by the above-described photography apparatus and method are the above-mentioned “means for inputting and accepting the second image”. ”Will realize a photo vending machine with excellent product functions.
[0091]
Naturally, the various “means” listed above are organically linked to the computer apparatuses 11 and 19 of FIG.
[0092]
【The invention's effect】
As described above, according to the photographic apparatus of the present invention, the photographic means is configured to be able to shoot with a plurality of photographic optical axes in the photographic booth, and the photographic position of the subject is combined in the photographic booth It is comprised so that imaging | photography can be performed in several places. By adopting a plurality of photographing optical axes in this way, so-called camera angles are diversified, the subject can be photographed from various directions, and the relative positional relationship between the subject and the background color is abundant. Therefore, the printed photo is in an optimal state of harmony between the subject and the background color, and the subject and the shooting optical axis (camera angle) are in a mode that suits the user's preference, satisfying the user. It is possible to provide photographs with higher degrees.
[0093]
  In addition, by setting the floor area and floor shape in the shooting booth so that the subject can move appropriately in the shooting booth, the subject can select his / her shooting position at multiple locations as appropriate, the background color, etc. And the relationship with the screen or the like can be further abundant according to preference, and the above-mentioned satisfaction can be remarkably enhanced. In this way, the ability to have a plurality of shooting positions is very effective in diversifying the combination of the background color and the screen and the screen.In addition, since it is possible to shoot with multiple wall surfaces in the shooting booth as the back, the texture of the booth material that forms the wall surface, the color pattern of the material, etc. It can be used in an optimal state depending on the optical axis and shooting position. In this way, the resulting photo has the optimal harmony between the subject and the background color.
[0094]
In addition, the same effect as in the case of the above apparatus can be obtained as a photography method.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is a side view showing a photography apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a block diagram of the photography apparatus.
3 is a partial front view showing a mounting state of the camera in FIG. 1. FIG.
FIG. 4 is a front view showing various modes of rails that slide-support a camera.
FIGS. 5A and 5B are a plan view and a perspective view showing the photographing booth as a whole. FIGS.
FIG. 6 is a plan view of the entire photographing booth where the flash illumination device is arranged.
FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional plan view showing an enlarged mounting state of the flash illumination device.
FIG. 8 is a perspective view of an illumination box.
FIG. 9 is a cross-sectional plan view showing an enlarged mounting state of another flash illumination device.
FIG. 10 is a side view showing another embodiment.
FIG. 11 is a side view showing a conventional photography apparatus.
[Explanation of symbols]
1 housing
2 Subject, subject
3A Ceiling
3B floor
4 Curtain
4A doorway
5A, 5B, 5C, 5D sidewall
6A, 6B camera
7 Transparent plate
8 Strobe
9 Shooting booth
10 Frame material
11 Computer equipment
12 display
13 Touch pen
14 Coin selector
15 Card printer
16 Speaker
17 Editing booth
18 servers
19 Computer equipment
19A Reader
20 display
21 Touch pen
22 Printer
23 cutters
24 print media
25 Speaker
26 rails
27 Border
28A, 28B, 28C, 28D Back screen
28E Operation roller
29 Mirror
30 Flash lighting device
31 Lighting box
32 Strobe
33 Cover plate
34 Translucent plate
51 controller
52 body
53 Half Mirror
54 users
55 Camera
56 monitors
57 Printer
58 Photographic Print

Claims (6)

A shooting booth for shooting a subject including a user, and a shooting unit configured to be able to take a shot with a plurality of shooting optical axes in the shooting booth,
Automatic, characterized in that is adapted to be subjected to shooting against the backdrop screen at a plurality of positions in the presence of a screen to be a different photographic background wall of a plurality of locations, Taking the shadow booth within the photographing booth Photography device. The automatic photographing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the photographing means is configured to be able to photograph with a plurality of photographing optical axes by changing an angle of the photographing optical axis. The automatic photography apparatus according to claim 1 or 2 , wherein the entrance / exit of the photography booth is partitioned from the outside by a curtain that can be a photography background . The automatic photography device according to any one of claims 1 to 3 in which said screen used as a background for photography contains a screen for background composition. The photographing booth against the inner surface which forms a comprises a flash lighting device for irradiating a flash light, any one of the claims are configured 1-4 to photograph a subject by the light reflected at the wall surface of the flash illumination device The automatic photography apparatus described in the item. A shooting booth for shooting a subject including a user, and a shooting unit configured to be able to take a shot with a plurality of shooting optical axes in the shooting booth,
The presence of a screen to be a different photographic background wall of a plurality of locations within the photographing booth, Ta automatic photography method characterized in that the screen at a plurality of locations to perform shooting against the backdrop of the shadow booth .

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