JP4364172B2 - Image photographing editing apparatus and method - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to an image photographing / editing apparatus of a photo vending machine that is installed in a game center or the like, photographs a user by inserting coins, and prints and sells photographed images.

  Currently, there are a large number of photo vending machines that take pictures and make sticker prints at game centers and the like. As such a photo vending machine, a photo vending machine of the type disclosed in Japanese Utility Model Registration No. 3083255 is known. What is disclosed in the above publication will be described with reference to FIG. 16. In this case, an internal space 3 is formed by a wall material 2 that forms the outline of the photographic vending machine 1, and photography and photography are taken in the internal space 3. A photographing booth 5 and an editing booth 6 are formed by arranging a housing 4 equipped with various devices for image editing and the like. In FIG. 16, illustration of a member that forms the ceiling of the photo vending machine 1 and a member that covers the upper surface of the housing 4 is omitted for easy understanding.

  On the front surface 7A of the housing 4 facing the photographing booth 5 side, a CCD camera 9 is attached at a location facing the subject 8, and a photographed image monitor 10 is disposed in the immediate vicinity thereof. A computer device 11 that receives image data from the CCD camera 9 and displays a subject image on the captured image monitor 10 or performs processing such as image composition is provided in the housing 4. A coin insertion slot 12 is opened on the front surface 7A of the housing 4, and the coin inserted therein is checked for the amount of money in the consideration processing unit 13. If the result of the check is appropriate, the coin from the consideration processing unit 13 is checked. An operation signal is input to the computer device 11 so that the operation of the photo vending machine 1 can be started.

  Reference numeral 14 denotes an illuminating device that illuminates the subject 8 at the time of taking a photograph. The illuminating function is fulfilled by an operation signal from the computer device 11 in synchronization with the shutter operation of the CCD camera 9. Reference numeral 15 denotes a speaker attached to the front surface 7A. The speaker 15 guides the photographing procedure to the subject 8 entering the photographing booth 5 by voice.

  The subject 8 for which photography has been completed at the photography booth 5 moves to the editing booth 6 through the passage 16, where editing work for combining a handwritten image or a figure with the photographed image is performed.

  A rear surface 7B of the housing 4 facing the editing booth 6 is provided with a display 17 that receives an image signal such as a photographed image transmitted from the computer device 11 and displays an image. A touch pen 18 is disposed in the vicinity of the display 17 so that a user (subject 8) can input characters by drawing a character or a figure by bringing the tip of the touch pen 18 into contact with the surface of the display 17. The input image data such as characters and figures, a stamp image, and the like are combined with the photographed image of the subject 8 photographed by the CCD camera 9 and displayed on the display 17.

  Further, a printer 20 that receives the image data transmitted from the computer device 11 and prints the image on the print medium 19 is provided in the housing 4. The image data transmitted from the computer apparatus 11 to the printer 20 is usually image data synthesized by the display 17, and an image based on this image data is printed on the print medium 19 by the printer 20, and is printed in the state of a printed photograph. It is delivered from a delivery port formed on the rear surface 7B of the body 4.

  Reference numeral 21 denotes a speaker attached to the rear surface 7B. The speaker 21 guides the subject 8 who has entered the editing booth 6 by voice. Reference numerals 22, 23, and 24 denote a curtain on the entrance side, a curtain on the exit side, and a curtain for partitioning the passage 16, respectively.

  The subject 8 opens the entrance-side curtain 22 and enters the photographing booth 5 where coins are first inserted into the insertion slot 12 so that the photo vending machine 1 can be used. Then, photography is performed according to voice guidance from the speaker 15, guidance characters displayed on the photographed image monitor 10, and the like.

  When the photography is completed in this way, the subject 8 moves to the editing booth 6 through the passage 16. After this movement, the next subject 8 waiting outside enters the photographing booth 5 and photography is started in the same manner as the above-described procedure. The subject 8 completes the editing operation in accordance with the voice guidance from the speaker 21 and the guidance characters displayed on the display 17 in such a way as to proceed with the next person's photography. After that, the subject 8 prints out a printed photograph based on the edited image data from the printer 20 and opens the curtain 23 on the exit side with the hand, and goes out.

  As described above, when the previous subject 8 leaves the editing booth 6, the later subject 8 moves from the photographing booth 5 to the editing booth 6 to perform editing work. In this way, the subject 8 uses the photo vending machine 1 cyclically.

  When observing a series of flow of photography, editing work, and obtaining print photographs of the photo vending machine 1, the editing work takes the most time. The main reason for this is that the user, who is the subject, thinks about what kind of edited image the user wants to edit, and edits that are as rich as possible. Even if the above-described photo vending machine 1 is installed in consideration of such circumstances, it still takes a long time in the editing work stage, so the user's waiting time becomes long after all, which is frustrating. It is not preferable in terms of customer service because it waits in turn with feelings. At the same time, if the turnover rate of the customer is bad, it will affect the sales improvement by the photo vending machine 1, which is not preferable in the facility where the photo vending machine 1 is installed.

  The present invention has been made in view of such circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide an image photographing / editing apparatus for a photo vending machine that can be used comfortably by a customer as a subject and can improve a customer's turnover rate.

In order to achieve the above object, an image photographing / editing apparatus according to the present invention comprises photographing means for photographing a subject and first display means for displaying a photographed image photographed by the photographing means, and a plurality of photographing by the photographing means. A shooting unit for acquiring images;
A second display means is provided at a location different from the photographing unit, and displays an editing screen for performing an editing input accompanied by an input of an image to be combined with the photographed image, and each of the plurality of photographed images is edited. An editorial department that accepts input;
A print setting unit provided in a place different from the photographing unit and the editing unit ,
The print setting unit is provided with a third display means for displaying a knitting screen for knitting a print layout for printing a plurality of images edited by the editing unit on photo prints with different sizes . Is the gist.
In order to achieve the above object, an image capturing / editing method of the present invention includes an image capturing unit including an image capturing unit and a first display unit, and a second display unit provided at a location different from the image capturing unit. an editing unit, an imaging editing method according to apparatus and a print setting unit which we provided in a different location than the aforementioned imaging unit and editing unit,
The print setting unit is provided with third display means,
An editing screen for displaying an image photographed by the photographing means on the first display means and performing a photographing process for obtaining a plurality of photographed images, and an editing screen for combining the photographed images with the second display means For performing an editing process for receiving edit inputs for the plurality of photographed images and printing the plurality of images edited in the editing unit on the third display unit in different sizes on a photographic print. The gist of the present invention is to display a knitting screen for knitting a print layout and execute a print layout knitting process.

  That is, the image photographing / editing apparatus of the present invention is configured to perform a print play that operates the printing means of the edited image after the edit play, and the place for performing the edit play and the place for performing the print play are separately provided. Because it is provided, a print play is attached to the edit play, but the edit play and the print play are clearly separated, and the edit play and the print play exist in an independent form. The editing play time can be reduced by the editing play that does not include the print play. This makes it possible for different users to be involved in the above four types of play at the same time, realizing the so-called “quadruple customer service method”, smoothing the flow of users without interruption, and reducing user waiting time. And the elimination of the irritating feeling of waiting for a turn is promoted, and improvement of customer service, improvement of sales accompanying improvement of customer turnover, etc. are realized. Also, since the user himself / herself organizes the layout of the print photo, it often takes a long time to organize such a layout itself, so the location for editing play and the location for printing play are clearly separated. By doing so, the time required for the edit play and the print play can be leveled.

The image photographing / editing apparatus of the present invention can also be configured to perform a pre-editing play that is a preparation for an editing play before the editing play.
Therefore, the pre-edit play step can be newly entered, and a preliminary work to be performed prior to the edit play can be completed in advance in the pre-edit play. Examples of such pre-editing play include items corresponding to the preparation stage of editing play such as selection of a photo to be edited, adjustment of the brightness of the photo, adjustment of the rotation angle of the photo, cropping of the photo, and the like.

  In this way, preparatory pre-editing play is completed in a mode of play different from editing play, so that in editing play, the user is concentrated on creative editing work with various ingenuity. Can be accomplished. As a result, the content of the edit play itself becomes the original editing work, and the required time is shortened. As a whole, the time required for each play such as shooting play, pre-edit play, and edit play is leveled. This makes it possible for different users to be involved in the above three types of play at the same time, realizing the so-called “triple customer service method”, smoothing the user flow without interruption, and reducing the waiting time of the user. And the elimination of the irritating feeling of waiting for a turn is promoted, and improvement of customer service, improvement of sales accompanying improvement of customer turnover, etc. are realized. In addition, when an edit play is performed immediately after a shooting play as in the past, the editing concept and composition must be considered while editing, but the edit play is performed by intervening the time zone of the pre-edit play. By the time, it is possible to provide time to think about the editing concept and composition in advance, so it is possible to provide a spacious play.

  In the image shooting / editing apparatus of the present invention, after the editing play, the image playing / editing apparatus is configured to perform a print play for operating the printing unit of the edited image, and a place for performing the edit play and a place for performing the print play are provided separately. In such a case, a print play is attached to the edit play. However, the edit play and the print play are clearly separated, and the edit play and the print play exist independently. The editing play time can be reduced by the editing play that does not include the print play. This makes it possible for different users to be involved in the above four types of play at the same time, realizing the so-called “quadruple customer service method”, smoothing the flow of users without interruption, and reducing user waiting time. And the elimination of the irritating feeling of waiting for a turn is promoted, and improvement of customer service, improvement of sales accompanying improvement of customer turnover, etc. are realized.

  As for the specific required time, for example, when the longest play time of shooting play, pre-edit play, edit play, and print play is 3 minutes, one set of users can play a total of 12 minutes. Moreover, since four sets of users can be used at the same time, 20 sets of users can be used per hour. When all the conventional plays are not provided separately, even if 10 minutes of play time is provided to one user, only 6 sets can be used, and the effect is enormous. Further, since sufficient play time can be provided to the user, a more satisfying game can be provided.

  In addition, when the user himself / herself has newly organized the layout of a print photo, it often takes a long time to organize such a layout itself, so a place for editing play and a place for printing play By clearly classifying the items, it is possible to level the time required for the edit play and the print play.

  In the image photographing / editing apparatus of the present invention, when the above-described photographing play, pre-editing play, editing play, print play, and the like are performed in one photo vending machine, each play is integrated into one photo vending machine. Therefore, the distance traveled by the user is also shortened. Furthermore, since the control devices for operating each play can be concentrated in one place in the photographic vending machine, the devices can be shared, and the group as the image photographing / editing apparatus can be made compact and the manufacturing cost can be reduced.

  In the image photographing / editing apparatus of the present invention, when the photographing play is performed in a photographing booth in the photo vending machine, and the pre-editing play, the editing play, the print play, etc. are performed from outside the photo vending machine, The space for shooting play and the space for pre-editing play, editing play, print play, etc. are separated, so the space for shooting booths may be hindered by space for other play. In addition, the shooting booth space can be set large. Further, since the play other than the shooting play is performed from the outside of the photo vending machine, a space required for each play can be sufficiently secured, and a plurality of users can gather and enjoy each play.

  In the image photographing / editing apparatus of the present invention, the photographing play is performed on one side of a casing constituting the photo vending machine, and the pre-editing play, editing play, printing play, and the like are performed on the other side of the casing. In such a configuration, since the casing is utilized in a core manner, it is possible to eliminate the photographing booth and contribute to cost reduction and space reduction. At the same time, since various devices necessary for the above four play are collected in the casing, the devices can be shared, and the unit as the image photographing / editing apparatus can be made compact and the manufacturing cost can be reduced.

  In the image photographing / editing apparatus of the present invention, when various devices used for the pre-edit play, edit play, print play, etc. are not arranged on one lateral side of the photo vending machine, the one lateral side A vending machine can be installed along the wall in the store, and the positional relationship with other in-store facilities can be optimized to realize an effective use of space and a store form that is easy for customers to move.

  In the image photographing / editing apparatus of the present invention, when the above-mentioned photographing play, pre-editing play, editing play, print play, etc. are performed by different apparatuses, the apparatuses for performing each play are distributed at appropriate intervals. Therefore, it is possible to secure a space where a plurality of customers such as friend groups can gather and enjoy in one play. Furthermore, it is advantageous in that the privacy of the customer is protected by arranging each device appropriately apart. Even in a narrow store, by arranging the devices for each play in a distributed manner, it is possible to improve the unity of the store as a whole, such as making a unique arrangement for each store.

  In the image shooting and editing apparatus of the present invention, in the above edit play, when configured to be able to change the content of the pre-edit set in the pre-edit play, when the user's feelings change during the edit play, The contents created in the pre-editing play can be changed, and the changed pre-editing contents can be reflected again in the editing play, and the user can finally obtain the most favorite print photograph.

  In the image photographing / editing apparatus of the present invention, when any one of the photographing play, the pre-editing play, the edit play, and the print play is performed at a plurality of places, There are more places to play that take longer to complete than other places to play, so you can avoid situations such as waiting for play, and you can play for a long time that is satisfactory for users without reducing customer turnover Can be provided. Furthermore, the play contents of the plurality of play places can be diversified by installing different software.

  For example, two types of A and B are prepared for shooting play, C type is prepared for pre-editing play, two types of D and E are prepared for editing play, and F type is used for printing play. When prepared, four types of combinations of play, that is, combinations of ACDF, ACEF, BCDF, and BCEF can be provided, so that a wider variety of plays can be realized and the reuse rate can be increased. In the case of the above example, six different sets of users can be used at the same time, so that the so-called “quadruple service method” becomes a form of “six customer service method”, and the customer service capability can be remarkably enhanced. In addition, since the combination of the above four plays can be configured flexibly, there is an effect that the store manager can introduce a flexible apparatus in accordance with circumstances such as store space and budget. Further, for example, when one of a plurality of devices for printing play breaks down for some reason or lacks consumables such as printing media, the printing play is performed with another device that is operating normally. It is possible to repair malfunctions and arrange consumables.

  In the image photographing / editing apparatus of the present invention, when a plurality of places for performing edit play are provided, even if a pre-edit play that is a preparatory stage is provided, some users have a particularly long time for edit play. Since there are people who make calls, the situation of “waiting for edit play” can be avoided by editing play in a plurality of places in preparation for such a case.

  In the image shooting / editing apparatus of the present invention, when a plurality of sets including the shooting play, the pre-editing play, the edit play, the print play, and the like are provided, a large number of customers can be accepted as the number of sets increases. Become. Therefore, the so-called “four-person service method” described above becomes a form of “eight-person customer service method” and “12-person customer service method”, and the customer service capability can be remarkably enhanced. Furthermore, for example, when one of a plurality of devices for pre-editing play fails for some reason, the pre-editing play can be performed with a device that does not fail, and the failure can be repaired during that time, The worst situation where the entire photo vending machine becomes unusable can be avoided.

  In the image photographing / editing apparatus of the present invention, when a computer device necessary for performing the photographing play, pre-editing play, editing play, print play, etc. is connected to an external network through a server, the contents of each play Can be transmitted to a friend or the like via the communication Internet or the like, and each play can be enjoyed via the communication Internet or the like. Alternatively, it is also very effective when the finally completed image data is transmitted to parents or acquaintances to inform them of how they are doing well. In addition, when image data obtained as a result of play is stored in an external server via an external network, the image data can be browsed or reused from another computer terminal or the like. . Furthermore, the operating status of each play device can be grasped from the outside, and maintenance and maintenance (so-called remote maintenance) can also be performed.

  In the image photographing / editing device of the present invention, when the layout of the printed photograph output from the printing means in the printing play includes at least one of a layout that the user organizes and a standard layout that has already been prepared, The user can freely select both the layouts and obtain a printed photograph. In particular, in the layout that the user organizes himself, the user can freely lay out, so that his / her favorite image can be printed large, or the same image can be laid out as many as desired by the number of users in one set. Therefore, it is possible to respond to each individual's wishes and to perform printing that effectively uses the limited space of the print medium without waste. Thus, a flexible printed photograph can be provided.

  In the image photographing / editing device according to the present invention, when the play can be performed on the condition that the identification information is input by the user in at least one of the photographing play, the pre-editing play, the editing play, and the print play. For example, a user can carry ID data such as a magnetic card and enjoy it from any play. Also, if the user does not have time and wants to continue playing the next day, or if the play waiting time for some reason is long, the time is spent elsewhere and then played again. Can return to.

  In the image photographing / editing device of the present invention, the pre-editing play includes selection of a photographed image by the photographing play, reversal of the photographed image in the up / down / left / right direction, adjustment of the degree of inclination, rotation, inversion of front and back, trimming, selection of color tone, Changes, trimming, synthesis, etc. are performed, and pre-processing corresponding to the preparation stage of the edit play as described above is performed. In this way, various pre-edits can be performed on the photographed image, so that it can be edited as desired. In addition, it is possible to prepare an image that is easier to play in the edit play.

  The image shooting / editing method according to the present invention includes an image shooting / editing device that allows a user to shoot a subject using a shooting means and a user to edit an image shot by the shooting means. Is an image shooting / editing method in which an edited play is performed and a photographed image etc. after editing is printed out. Before the editing play, the user is allowed to perform a pre-editing play as a preparation for the edit play. This is the gist.

  That is, prior to the edit play, the user is allowed to perform a pre-edit play that is a preparation for the edit play.

  The effects obtained by this image capturing / editing method are the same as those of the above-described image capturing / editing apparatus.

  Further, a print medium used for the above-described image photographing / editing apparatus or method is prepared, and an image obtained by playing with a short time and a high rotation rate as described above is printed on the print medium.

  Next, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail.

  1 to 6 are diagrams showing an embodiment of an image photographing / editing apparatus according to the present invention.

  The image photographing / editing apparatus according to the present invention is provided in a photo vending machine 25, and an internal space 27 is formed by a wall material 26 that forms an outer shell of the photo vending machine 25. On one side of the internal space 27, a casing 28 equipped with various devices for taking pictures, editing captured images, and the like is disposed, and the internal space 27 other than the casing 28 is a space for the shooting booth 29. It is said that. In FIG. 1, for easy understanding, illustration of a member that forms the ceiling of the photographic vending machine 25 and a member that covers the upper surface of the housing 28 is omitted.

  On the front face 30A of the housing 28 facing the photographing booth 29 side, a camera 32 as photographing means is attached at a location facing the subject 31, and a photographed image monitor 33 is disposed in the immediate vicinity thereof. Computer units 34A and 34B that receive image data from the camera 32 and display an image of the subject 31 on the captured image monitor 33, or perform processing such as image composition, are provided in the housing 28. A coin insertion slot 35 is opened in the front surface 30A of the housing 28, and the coin inserted therein is checked for the amount in the consideration processing unit 36. The operation signal is input to the computer device 34A, and the operation of the photo vending machine 25 can be started.

  Image data of the subject 31 is transmitted from the camera 32 to the computer device 34 A, and this image data is transmitted from the computer device 34 A to the captured image monitor 33 so that the image of the subject 31 is displayed on the monitor 33. Further, an image may be directly transmitted from the camera 32 to the monitor 33 and displayed. A speaker 37 is provided to guide the progress of the shooting play in the shooting booth 29 by voice, and is fixed to the front surface 30A of the housing 28, and performs an output operation in response to an instruction from the computer device 34A. .

  The subject 31 is sequentially photographed by the camera 32 until the prescribed number of photographed images is reached by operating a shutter or other operation unit 38 attached to the inner surface of the photographing booth 29. Alternatively, the photographing may be automatically performed sequentially at regular time intervals by a voice instruction or the like. Image data obtained by this shooting is stored in the computer device 34A. Reference numeral 39 denotes an illuminating device that illuminates the subject 31 during photography. FIG. 2 is a left and right side view showing the outer shape of the photo vending machine 25 and a rear view.

  Editing work to synthesize handwritten images, stamp figures, etc. with the above-mentioned photographed image, that is, edit play is performed, but if the details of the progress steps of this edit play are observed in detail, preparation work for edit play and creativity Can be roughly divided into the original editing work using. Based on such observation results, a pre-edit play that is a pre-edit work is performed before the edit play.

  In order to perform the pre-editing play, a pre-editing display 40 is attached to the right side surface of the housing 28 (the side surface of the right side of the object 31 shown in the figure) 30B, and the pre-editing object stored in the computer device 34A Is displayed on the pre-edit display 40. The subject 31 is used to select an image to be used for editing or print play from among a plurality of photographed images obtained by photographing play using the touch pen 41 provided therein, up / down / left / right inversion of the photographed image, adjustment of the inclination degree, Perform pre-editing play prior to editing play such as rotation, reverse of front and back, trimming, selection / change of color tone, trimming, and composition.

  FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an example of the screen of the pre-editing display 40. The image display unit 42 displays a captured image to be pre-edited, and the pre-edited item display on which pre-edited items are displayed. The adjustment display part 44 corresponding to each item of the part 43 and the display part 43 is provided. The image display unit 42, the pre-edit item display unit 43, and the adjustment display unit 44 are configured such that when the touch pen 41 is brought into contact with a corresponding location, a photographed image, pre-edit item, adjustment degree, and the like at that location are designated. Yes. Each time such a designation is made, a process according to the designated content is performed on the captured image and stored in the computer device 34A.

  In FIG. 3, among the eight captured images displayed on the image display unit 42, the one with the reference numeral 42 </ b> A is selected by the touch pen 41, and “brightness” is selected from the pre-edited item display unit 43 by the touch pen 41. The state selected by is shown. When the brightness of the selected photographed image 42 </ b> A is set to the brightest state, when “super bright” in the adjustment display unit 44 is selected with the touch pen 41, the brightest image is obtained.

  Alternatively, when the background of the photographed image is cut out and an image such as a character or a figure is written and input by the edit play in the cut portion, the background of the selected photographed image 42B is filled with the touch pen 41 and pre-edited. When “Cut out” in the item display section 43 is selected with the touch pen 41, the background of the photographed image 42B is erased. When “return to one” shown in FIG. 3 is touched with the touch pen 41, the previous pre-editing operation content is canceled. Further, when “from the beginning” is touched with the touch pen 41, the selected image can be returned to a state in which it has not been pre-edited. Further, the adjustment display unit 44 is a button selection type in FIG. 3, but may be a mode in which switching to an analog changeable slide bar, monochrome image, and sepia image is performed on and off. .

  As a matter of course, a plurality of pre-processing such as brightness adjustment and background cutting can be performed on one captured image.

  At the time when the pre-edit play for each photographed image as described above is completed, the image data already obtained by the pre-edit is stored in the computer device 34A, and finally, “to the drawing screen, which designates the shift to the edit play” ”With the touch pen 41, the subject 31 can move to the place where the edit play is performed. Note that a speaker 45 is provided to guide the progress of the pre-editing play by voice, and is fixed to the right side surface 30B of the housing 28, and performs an output operation in response to an instruction from the computer device 34A.

  The edit play performed after the pre-edit play is performed at the location on the rear surface 30C of the housing 28. The image data obtained by the pre-editing play is transmitted from the computer device 34A to the computer device 34B. In order to perform an edit play, an edit display 46 is attached to the rear surface 30C, and an edit image stored in the computer device 34B is displayed on the display 46.

  In the edit play, a pre-edited image serving as a base image of the edit play is read from the computer device 34B, and a handwritten image, a stamp image, or the like is input using the touch pen 47 paired with the display 46, and the pre-edited image is input. The image data and the image data input by handwriting are synthesized by the computer device 34B.

  FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an example of the screen of the display 46 for edit play. This is a format in which touch pens 47 are prepared on the left and right and the same edit play can be performed on the left and right. Therefore, only the right side will be described here. When the downward arrow of the “Kiri-kae” display unit 48 is touched with the touch pen 47, the pre-edited images selected in the pre-edit play are read from the computer device 34B and sequentially displayed on the display unit 48. Then, when a horizontal arrow is touched with the touch pen 47 at the place of the favorite image, the favorite image is displayed on the editing screen portion 49 which is a large screen. Alternatively, a list of pre-edited images may be displayed as a small thumbnail image and selected.

  Write and input characters and figures using the touch pen 47 to the image displayed on the editing screen section 49, select a stamp figure with the touch pen 47, and input various figures and trimmings, or An edit play is performed by activating the Kakegomu function to erase the written image and writing it again. In such an edit play, since various pre-edits such as brightness adjustment and background clipping have been completed by the pre-edit play, the subject 31 can concentrate on work that makes use of creativity, and feels good. A high-quality editing play is performed quickly. In addition, a speaker 50 is provided to guide the progress of the edit play by voice, and is fixed to the rear surface 30C of the housing 28, and operates by the output of the computer device 34B. Then, the edited image data of the final image is stored in the computer device 34B to prepare for the next print play, and the subject 31 moves toward the left side 30D of the housing 28.

  In the above edit play, when the user's feelings change during the edit play and you want to change the edit contents already drawn, change the contents created in the pre-edit play and change this The contents of the pre-editing can be reflected in the edit play again. For this purpose, an image showing the contents of the pre-editing can be read from the computer device 34B, and the pre-editing can be corrected before proceeding to edit play. Therefore, the user can finally obtain the most favorite print photograph. For example, the color tone of the photographed image can be changed again when the colors of the pen, characters, and stamp input in the edit play do not match or cannot be captured.

  A print play performed after the editing play is performed at a location on the left side surface 30D of the housing 28. The printer 51, which is a printing means in the print play, is attached to the inside of the left side surface 30D of the housing 28, and the use of the photo vending machine 25 is finished with the printed photo printed on the print medium 52 in hand.

  The layout of the print photograph is performed using a layout display 53 attached to the left side surface 30D of the housing 28 and a touch pen 54 paired therewith. There are two methods for setting the layout: a method in which the user 31 organizes himself / herself according to his / her own preference, and a method in which an existing standard layout is used.

  FIG. 5 is a diagram of an image on the display 53 showing what the former user 31 organizes. The image data obtained in the edit play is transmitted from the computer device 34B to the display 53, and is displayed on the example display section 55 of the display 53 as an image in portrait orientation, landscape orientation, or various sizes. By shifting the image of the example display section 55 to the adjacent layout setting section 56 by, for example, drag and drop and arranging it in a desired arrangement, a layout rich in change and taste is completed.

  The image data of the completed layout is stored in the computer device 34B, and the printer 51 receives the image data from the computer device 34B and outputs a printed photograph of the layout organized by itself. When such a layout organization is performed by the user 31, the layout organization may take a long time. Therefore, it is desirable that the print play location is arranged separately from the edit play location.

  FIG. 6 is an image of the display 53 showing the latter standard layout. The image data obtained in the edit play is transmitted from the computer device 34B to the display 53, and six types of standard divided screens 57 on the display 53 are displayed in the illustrated case. The user 31 selects a favorite standard divided screen 57 with the touch pen 54 and outputs a print photograph of the selected layout. In addition, a speaker 58 is provided to guide the progress of the print play by voice, and is fixed to the left side surface 30D of the housing 28, so that an output operation is performed according to an instruction from the computer device 34B.

  Since the play is digested sequentially in the order of each play as described above, immediately after the shooting play is finished, the next user 31 enters the shooting booth 29, and all the play points such as the third person and the fourth person are all in order. The photograph vending machine 25 having a good customer turnover rate is operated in the use state.

  In the above-described embodiment, two computer devices 34A and 34B are used, and the pre-editing play and the editing play, which have a relatively high processing load, are processed by separate computer devices to prevent a reduction in processing speed. is doing. Of course, if the computer device has a high processing capability, the image photographing / editing device can be operated by a single device.

  Also, a print play can be performed at the same place as the above edit play. In this case, it is desirable that the layout of the print photograph output from the printing means is an established standard layout and the time required for the print play is shortened.

  Note that a curtain 60 is disposed on a support member 59 fixed to the upper portion of the housing 28 at a place where each play other than the shooting play is performed to protect privacy. Reference numeral 61 denotes an entrance / exit curtain provided in the wall material 26. In the above example, the operation is performed with the touch pen. However, the operation may be performed by touching the display with a finger instead of the touch pen.

  FIG. 7 shows an image capturing / editing apparatus according to the second embodiment of the present invention. Since this image shooting / editing apparatus takes a long time for editing play among shooting play, pre-editing play, editing play, and print play, there are more places to perform editing play than places to perform other plays. In the illustrated example, two sets of an edit play display 46 and a touch pen 47 arranged on the rear surface 30C of the housing 28 are provided. The time limit for editing play is set to a multiple of the time limit for other play (in this example, twice). 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.

  Therefore, in this case, a situation such as “waiting for edit play” can be avoided, and a more satisfying long-time play can be provided to the user without lowering the customer turnover rate. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to the said embodiment.

  FIG. 8 shows an image capturing / editing apparatus according to the third embodiment of the present invention. This image capturing / editing apparatus is provided with a large number of places for performing edit play. In the illustrated apparatus, a total of four sets of edit play displays 46 and touch pens 47 arranged on the rear surface 30C of the housing 28 are provided. Is provided. Other than that, it is the same as that of each said embodiment, and attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part.

  Therefore, even when a large number of customers are engaged in editing play at a time, the apparatus is often used by a large number of people, so that it is possible to provide a fair and satisfying play for each individual at the same price. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to said each embodiment.

  FIG. 9 shows an image capturing / editing apparatus according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention. In this image photographing / editing apparatus, on one lateral side surface 62 of the photo vending machine 25 including the casing 28, various devices used for the pre-edit play, edit play, print play and the like, that is, the pre-edit display 40 and the touch pen 41 are provided. , The speaker 45, the display 46 for editing play, the touch pen 47, the speaker 50, the display 53 for setting the layout of the printed photograph, the touch pen 54, the speaker 58, the support member 59, the curtain 60, and the like. Other than that, it is the same as that of each said embodiment, and attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part.

  The vending machine can be installed with the one side surface 62 aligned with the wall surface 63 in the store, and the positional relationship with other in-store facilities is optimized so that the space can be used effectively and the store can be easily moved for customers. Is realized. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to said each embodiment.

  FIG. 10 shows an image capturing / editing apparatus according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention. In the above-described embodiment, the housing 28 is equipped with various devices necessary for each play. This image capturing / editing apparatus is provided in advance on the outer surface of the wall member 26 that forms the outline of the photo vending machine 25. This is a case where various devices for editing play, editing play, and print play are installed. The devices provided on the outer surface of the wall material 26 are connected to the computer devices 34A and 34B by connection cables (not shown). Other than that, it is the same as that of each said embodiment, and attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part.

  Therefore, the space provided for the photography vending machine 25 is arranged in the photo vending machine 25, and the space provided for other pre-editing play, editing play, print play, etc. is arranged outside the photo vending machine 25. Therefore, the space for the shooting booth is not hindered by space for other play, and the space for the shooting booth can be set large. Further, since the play other than the shooting play is performed from the outside of the photo vending machine, a space required for each play can be sufficiently secured, and a plurality of users can gather and enjoy each play. In addition, since no equipment is provided on the outer surface 62A of the housing 28, the positional relationship with other facilities can be optimized when the photo vending machine 25 is installed. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to said each embodiment.

  11 and 12 show an image photographing / editing apparatus according to a sixth embodiment of the present invention. This image photographing / editing apparatus is a case where the photographing play, the pre-editing play, the editing play, the print play, etc. are performed by different apparatuses. Each play includes a camera 32, a lighting device 39, a photographed image monitor 33, a photographing play device 64 including a shutter operation unit 38, a pre-edit display 40, a pre-edit play device 65 including a touch pen 41, a speaker 45, and the like. Image shooting in the form of an edit play device 66 having a display 46 for play, a touch pen 47, a speaker 50, and the like, a display 53 for setting a layout of a printed photograph, a print play device 67 having a touch pen 54, a speaker 58, etc. The editing device is organized.

  FIG. 12 is a perspective view showing a specific shape of the pre-editing play device 65. The pre-editing display 40, the touch pen 41, etc. are arranged, and a curtain 60 is also provided. The other play devices 66 and 67 have the same shape. Moreover, the imaging | photography play apparatus 64 can also be only a housing | casing.

  Furthermore, the edit play device 66 shown by the two-dot chain line in FIG. 11 is a case where a plurality of places where edit play is performed. Moreover, the computer apparatus which operates each play may be connected to each play apparatus from one place like the above-mentioned code | symbol 34A, 34B, or may be arrange | positioned for every play apparatus.

  Furthermore, any one of the shooting play, the pre-editing play, the editing play, and the print play may be performed at a plurality of places. Although not shown in the drawing, the above-mentioned types can be combined by arranging two types of shooting play devices 64, one type of pre-edit play device 65, two types of edit play device 66, and one type of print play device 67. Therefore, you can enjoy various combinations of shooting and editing. Other than that, it is the same as that of each said embodiment, and attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part.

  As described above, since the devices 64, 65, 66, and 67 for performing each play can be distributed at appropriate intervals, a plurality of customers such as a group of friends gather in one play. Space to enjoy can be secured. Furthermore, it is advantageous in that the privacy of the customer is protected by arranging each device appropriately apart. Moreover, even if it is a narrow store, the unit of the whole store can be made favorable by disposing the devices of each play in a distributed manner. And, it is possible to enjoy shooting and editing in various combinations as described above. As long as each device can transmit and receive electrical signals, connection methods such as wired and wireless are not limited. In particular, it is preferable to connect by any of wired LAN, wireless LAN, Bluetooth, IEEE 1394 and the like. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to said each embodiment.

  FIG. 13 shows an image capturing / editing apparatus according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention. In this image photographing / editing apparatus, computer apparatuses arranged in apparatuses 64, 65, 66, and 67 for performing each play are connected to a server 68, and further connected to an external network through a router 69. Other than that, it is the same as that of each said embodiment, and attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part.

  In this way, image data or the like representing the state of each play is transmitted to a person in another location through the external network, or a message or the like is transmitted from the person who received it to the user of the photo vending machine 25. Can do. Therefore, the content of each play can be transmitted / received to / from a friend or the like via the communication Internet or the like, or each play can be enjoyed via the communication Internet or the like. Alternatively, it is also very effective when the finally completed image data is transmitted to parents or acquaintances to inform them of how they are doing well. In addition, when image data obtained as a result of play is stored in an external server via an external network, the image data can be browsed or reused from another computer terminal or the like. . Furthermore, the operating status of each play device can be grasped from the outside, and maintenance and maintenance (so-called remote maintenance) can also be performed. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to said each embodiment.

FIG. 14 shows an image capturing / editing apparatus according to an eighth embodiment of the present invention. This image photographing / editing apparatus is a case where a plurality of sets including the photographing play, the pre-editing play, the editing play, the print play and the like are provided. Here, the devices 64, 65, 66, and 67 that perform each play form one set, and two sets of these sets are arranged. Similarly to the embodiment shown in FIG. 13, it is connected to an external network via a server 68 and a router 69. Other than that, it is the same as that of each said embodiment, and attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part.

  By making the number of sets as described above, a large number of customers can be accepted, and the customer service capability can be remarkably enhanced. Furthermore, for example, when one of a plurality of devices for pre-editing play fails for some reason, the pre-editing play can be performed with a device that does not fail, and the failure can be repaired during that time, The worst situation where the entire photo vending machine becomes unusable can be avoided. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to said each embodiment.

  FIG. 15 shows an image capturing / editing apparatus according to the ninth embodiment of the present invention. This image photographing / editing apparatus is configured so that play can be performed on condition that the user inputs identification information in at least one of the photographing play, the pre-editing play, the editing play, and the print play. When the user 31 first performs a shooting play, when the identification information of the user 31 is input to the shooting play device 64, for example, the identification information is recorded on the magnetic card 70 and transmitted from the shooting play device 64. Is done. As this identification information, a password or an ID number is usually used. The image data of the user 31 is transmitted to the computer device 34A in a state in which the identification information is associated with the image data, and stored in the storage unit.

  Next, when the user 31 sets the magnetic card 70 in the reception unit of the pre-editing play device 65, the identification information of the magnetic card 70 and the identification information attached to each image data are collated, and the user 31's The image is ready to be read out on the display 40 for pre-edit play. The user 31 reads out his own image and performs pre-editing work. The image data of the user 31 for which the pre-editing has been completed is stored again in the computer device 34A with the identification information attached, and is prepared for the next editing play.

  When the pre-edit play is completed as described above and the user 31 sets the magnetic card 70 in the reception unit of the edit play device 66, the identification information of the magnetic card 70 and each pre-edited image data are attached. The identification information is collated, and the image of the user 31 can be read out on the display 46 for editing play. The user 31 performs editing work while reading out his own image and inputting a handwritten image or the like. The image data of the user 31 for which such editing has been completed is stored again in the computer device 34B with the identification information attached, and is prepared for the next print play.

  Thus, when the edit play is completed and the user 31 sets the magnetic card 70 in the reception unit of the print play device 67, the identification information of the magnetic card 70 and the identification information attached to each edited image data And the image of the user 31 can be read out on the display 53 for setting the layout of the printed photograph. The user 31 reads out his own image and performs the layout setting operation. Thereafter, a print photograph printed on the print medium 52 is output from the printer 51.

  The above-described configuration and operation have been described on the premise of connection connections centered on the computer devices 34A and 34B shown in FIG. 1, but this is applied to each of the play devices 64, 65, 66, and 67. A computer device may be provided, and these computer devices may be connected by the server 68. Further, the identification information in the shooting play stage may be issued from any of the server 68, the computer device 34A, the computer device of the shooting play device 64, and the like.

  Furthermore, collation of the identification information of the magnetic card 70 at each stage of the pre-edit play device 65, the edit play device 66, and the print play device 67 with the identification information already stored in the server 68, the computer devices 34A, 34B, etc. The server 68, the computer devices 34A and 34B, and the computer devices of the play devices 65, 66, and 67 may be used. Moreover, it may replace with the magnetic card | curd 70 and the printing paper on which the password and ID number were printed may be sufficient. Other than that, it is the same as that of each said embodiment, and attaches | subjects the same code | symbol to the same part.

  Therefore, the user 31 can carry ID data such as the magnetic card 70 and enjoy any play. Also, if the user does not have time and wants to continue playing the next day, or if the play waiting time for some reason is long, the time is spent elsewhere and then played again. Can return to. Other than that, there exists an effect similar to said each embodiment.

  As described above, according to the image photographing / editing apparatus of the present invention, the pre-edit play step is newly intervened, and the preliminary work to be performed prior to the edit play is completed in advance in the pre-edit play. I can keep it. Examples of such pre-editing play include items corresponding to the preparation stage of editing play such as selection of a photo to be edited, adjustment of the brightness of the photo, adjustment of the rotation angle of the photo, cropping of the photo, and the like.

  In this way, preparatory pre-editing play is completed in a mode of play different from editing play, so that in editing play, the user is concentrated on creative editing work with various ingenuity. Can be accomplished. As a result, the content of the edit play itself becomes the original editing work and the required time is shortened. As a whole, the time required for each play such as shooting play, pre-edit play, edit play, and print play is leveled. . This makes it possible for different users to be involved in the above four types of play at the same time, realizing the so-called “quadruple customer service method”, smoothing the flow of users without interruption, and reducing user waiting time. And the elimination of the irritating feeling of waiting for a turn is promoted, and improvement of customer service, improvement of sales accompanying improvement of customer turnover, etc. are realized. In addition, when an edit play is performed immediately after a shooting play as in the past, the editing concept and composition must be considered while editing, but the edit play is performed by intervening the time zone of the pre-edit play. By the time, it is possible to provide time to think about the editing concept and composition in advance, so it is possible to provide a spacious play.

  Further, in the image photographing / editing method of the present invention, the same effects as those of the above-described image photographing / editing apparatus can be obtained.

1 is a plan view showing an embodiment of an image photographing / editing apparatus of the present invention. 2A and 2B are external views of the image capturing / editing apparatus. FIG. 1A is a left side view, FIG. 1B is a rear view, and FIG. It is a front view of the display for pre-edit play. It is a front view of the display for edit play. It is a front view of the display for layout setting of a printed photograph. It is a front view of the display for layout setting of a printed photograph. It is a partial top view which shows 2nd Embodiment of the said image | photographing / editing apparatus. It is a partial top view which shows 3rd Embodiment of the said image photographing editing apparatus. It is a top view which shows 4th Embodiment of the said image photographing editing apparatus. It is a top view which shows 5th Embodiment of the said image photographing editing apparatus. It is a perspective view which shows 6th Embodiment of the said image photographing editing apparatus. It is a perspective view which shows the shape of a pre-edit play apparatus. It is a perspective view which shows 7th Embodiment of the said image photographing editing apparatus. It is a perspective view which shows 8th Embodiment of the said image photographing editing apparatus. It is a block diagram which shows 9th Embodiment of the said image | photographing / editing apparatus. It is a top view which shows the prior art.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Photo vending machine 2 Wall material 3 Internal space 4 Case 5 Shooting booth 6 Editing booth 7A Front surface 7B Rear surface 8 Subject 9 CCD camera 10 Photographed image monitor 11 Computer device 12 Input port 13 Consideration processing unit 14 Illumination device 15 Speaker 16 Passage 17 Display 18 Touch Pen 19 Print Media 20 Printer 21 Speaker 22 Curtain 23 Curtain 24 Curtain 25 Photo Vending Machine 26 Wall Material 27 Internal Space 28 Housing 29 Shooting Booth 30A Front 30B Right Side 30C Rear Side 30D Left Side 31 Subject 32 Camera 33 Captured Image Monitor 34A Computer Device 34B Computer device 35 Input port 36 Consideration processing unit 37 Speaker 38 Shutter operation unit 39 Illumination device 40 Pre-edit display 41 Touch pen 42 Image display unit 42A Captured image 42B Captured image 43 Preliminary Item display unit 44 Adjustment display unit 45 Speaker 46 Display 47 Touch pen 48 “Kiri-kae” display unit 49 Editing screen unit 50 Speaker 51 Printer 52 Print medium 53 Display 54 Touch pen 55 Example display unit 56 Layout setting unit 57 Standard split screen 58 Speaker 59 Support member 60 Curtain 61 Curtain 62 One side surface 62A Outer side surface 63 Wall surface 64 Shooting play device 65 Pre-edit play device 66 Edit play device 67 Print play device 68 Server 69 Router 70 Magnetic card

Claims (6)

A photographing unit for photographing a subject; a first display unit for displaying a photographed image photographed by the photographing unit; and a photographing unit for acquiring a plurality of photographed images by the photographing unit;
A second display means is provided at a location different from the photographing unit, and displays an editing screen for performing an editing input accompanied by an input of an image to be combined with the photographed image, and each of the plurality of photographed images is edited. An editorial department that accepts input;
A print setting unit provided in a place different from the photographing unit and the editing unit ,
The print setting unit is provided with a third display means for displaying a knitting screen for knitting a print layout for printing a plurality of images edited by the editing unit on photo prints with different sizes . An image photographing and editing apparatus characterized by the above. The image photographing editing apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the third display unit displays a screen for selecting a layout to be printed from a plurality of types of existing layouts as the composition screen. The third display means is an example display for displaying, as the composition screen, a layout setting unit for setting a print layout and an image illustrating the orientation and size of a plurality of images edited by the editing unit. The image photographing / editing apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising: a display unit configured to display a screen on which the images displayed on the example display unit are arranged in the layout setting unit. An imaging unit having an imaging means and first display means, and editing unit having a second display means provided in a different location than the above imaging unit, Re et provided at different locations with the imaging unit and Editorial An image shooting and editing method using an apparatus having a print setting unit,
The print setting unit is provided with third display means,
An editing screen for displaying an image photographed by the photographing means on the first display means and performing a photographing process for obtaining a plurality of photographed images, and an editing screen for combining the photographed images with the second display means For performing an editing process for receiving edit inputs for the plurality of photographed images and printing the plurality of images edited in the editing unit on the third display unit in different sizes on a photographic print. And a step of performing a print layout organization process by displaying a composition screen for organizing the print layout. 5. The image capturing / editing method according to claim 4 , wherein the third display means displays a screen for selecting a layout to be printed from a plurality of types of existing layouts as the composition screen. The third display means is an example display for displaying, as the composition screen, a layout setting unit for setting a print layout and an image illustrating the orientation and size of a plurality of images edited by the editing unit. 5. The image photographing / editing method according to claim 4, further comprising: displaying a screen for arranging the images displayed on the example display unit on the layout setting unit.

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