JP5415830B2 - Mobile terminal, electronic camera and continuous shooting program - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a mobile terminal, and more particularly to a mobile terminal capable of taking an image, for example.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, for example, a portable terminal capable of taking an image is known, and an example of this type of device is disclosed in Non-Patent Document 1. The camera-equipped mobile phone according to the background art can shoot in the continuous shooting mode, and can continuously take nine or four photographs.

  Patent Document 1 discloses an image / audio recording apparatus. This image / audio recording apparatus is a digital camera or the like having a continuous shooting function, and stores the input audio data in association with still image data taken when audio exceeding a certain level is input. To do.

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JP 2007-235432 A [H04N 5/225, H04N 101/00]

  When shooting using the camera function with a conventional camera-equipped mobile phone, if you take a picture by pressing a hard switch, the mobile phone may be shaken by the operation of the button, and the captured image may be blurred. there were. For this reason, it was difficult to shoot “photos that I could take well” (hereinafter referred to as “best shots”). Therefore, it was considered that the continuous shooting mode disclosed in Non-Patent Document 1 and the continuous shooting function disclosed in Patent Document 1 were used to shoot without pressing the hard switch. When trying to shoot, the following new problems occur.

  For example, in the continuous shooting mode disclosed in Non-Patent Document 1, there is a limit to the number of images to be shot, and continuous shooting cannot be continued until the best shot is shot. Further, with the continuous shooting function disclosed in Patent Document 1, there is no limit to the number of images to be taken, but if continuous shooting is continued until the best shot is taken, a large number of unnecessary photos are taken. For this reason, the photographer takes time and effort to select the best shot from a plurality of photographed photographs, and the usability is deteriorated.

  Therefore, a main object of the present invention is to provide a novel portable terminal, electronic camera, and continuous shooting program.

  Another object of the present invention is to provide a portable terminal, an electronic camera, and a continuous shooting program capable of easily shooting the best shot.

  The present invention employs the following configuration in order to solve the above problems. The reference numerals in parentheses, supplementary explanations, and the like indicate the corresponding relationship with the embodiments described in order to help understanding of the present invention, and do not limit the present invention.

1st invention is a portable terminal which has an audio | voice input means for inputting an audio | voice, Comprising: The imaging | photography means and imaging | photography means which image | photograph an image are controlled so that an image may be continuously image | photographed for every 1 predetermined time. The voice control means for recognizing the voice input to the voice input means , the voice is input at a second predetermined time after being shot by the shooting means in a state where images are continuously shot . A first determining means for determining first identification information indicating the priority order of the images based on the result of the speech recognition, and the determination is made after the images are taken by the photographing means among the continuously taken images. the first identification information that is provided with storage means correlating means associates to the image, and the first identification information to store the images associated with a mobile terminal.

In the first invention, the mobile terminal (10) has voice input means (16a, 16b) such as a microphone (16b). Moreover, the portable terminal 10 includes photographing means (20a, 38a, 38b) including a camera control circuit (38a) and an image sensor (38b), and can photograph an image of the object scene. The imaging control means (20a, S35, S41, S43, S49) controls the imaging means so as to continuously take images every 3 seconds, for example. The portable terminal has a ROM (32) in which a speech dictionary for speech recognition is stored, and the speech recognition means (20a, 20b, 32) recognizes speech input to a microphone, for example. The first determining means (20a, S47) recognizes (converts) the sound when the sound is input at the second predetermined time after being photographed by the photographing means in a state where images are continuously photographed. First identification information indicating the priority order of images is determined from the character string. Correlating means (20a, S57), among the image captured in succession, the first identification information determined after the image has been captured by the imaging means, associated with the image. Then, the image associated with the first identification information is stored in, for example, the flash memory (28) or the memory card (44) by the storage means (20a, S59).

According to the first invention, the user can easily take the best shot by speaking when the photograph is taken well among the continuously photographed photographs. Furthermore, since the first identification information indicating the priority order is associated with the best shot, the user does not have to work to select the best shot from a plurality of photographs.
Also, since the identification information is determined based on the recognized voice, the user can take a picture while easily classifying a plurality of best shots.

The second invention is dependent on the first invention, and further comprises temporary storage means for temporarily storing an image that is not associated with the first identification information among images continuously photographed .

The third invention is dependent on the first invention or the second invention , and is photographed based on the sound input at the third predetermined time before being photographed by the photographing means while continuously photographing. further comprising a second determining means for determining a second identification information indicating a scene, associating means, of the image being taken continuously, decided before and after the time the image was taken by the photographing means It was each of the first identification information and second identification information, associated with the image.

In the third invention , the second determination means (20a, S39) is the second identification information according to the recognition result of the voice input for 2 seconds before the image is captured , for example , in the state where the image is continuously captured. To decide. For example, the second identification information indicates a shooting scene of the shot image. Then, at least one of the first identification information and the second identification information is associated with the image whose sound is recognized at the time of shooting.

  According to the third aspect of the invention, the user can determine two types of identification information based on the shooting time. Therefore, the user can further classify the photographed photos based on criteria other than the best shot.

A fourth invention is dependent on any one of the first to third inventions, and further comprises image display means for displaying an image stored based on the first identification information associated by the association means. .

In the fourth invention, the mobile terminal has, for example, an LCD monitor (26), and the image display means (20a, 26, S75, S79, S83), for example, for each first identification information associated with an image. Display an image.

According to the fourth aspect, since an image is displayed for each first identification information, the user can easily select a plurality of photographs including the best shot.

According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, there is provided an electronic camera having voice input means (16a, 16b) for inputting voice, wherein the photographing means (20a, 38a, 38b) and photographing means for photographing an image are first predetermined. Shooting control means (20a, S35, S41, S43, S49) for controlling to continuously take images every time (3 seconds), and voice recognition means (20a, 20b) for recognizing the voice input to the voice input means. 32) When the sound is input at the second predetermined time after being photographed by the photographing means in the state where the images are continuously photographed , the priority order of the images is determined based on the result of the speech recognition. determining means for determining identification information indicating (20a, S47), among the images that are photographed in succession, the identification information determined after the image has been captured by the imaging means, associating the hand to be associated with the image (20a, S57), and stores the image identification information is associated comprises storage means (20a, S59), an electronic camera.

Also in the fifth invention, the first invention the same way, the user of the photographs are taken continuously, by speech when it is well taken, it is possible to easily shoot the best shot . Furthermore, since the first identification information indicating the priority order is associated with the best shot, the user does not have to work to select the best shot from a plurality of photographs.

The sixth invention is a voice input means (16a, 16b) for inputting voice, a photographing means (20a, 38a, 38b) for taking an image, and a voice recognition means for recognizing the voice input to the voice input means ( 20a, 20b, 32) having, a electronic device processor (20a), the imaging means, the first predetermined time (3 seconds) imaging control means for controlling so as to take continuous pictures every (S35, S41, S43, S49), in a state where images are continuously photographed , when voice is input for the second predetermined time after being photographed by the photographing means , the priority order of the images is based on the result of speech recognition. determining means for determining identification information indicating (S47), among the images that are photographed in succession, the identification information determined after the image has been captured by the imaging means, associating the hand to be associated with the image (S57), and identification information to function as a storage means (S59) for storing the images associated with a continuous shooting program.

In the sixth invention as well, as in the first invention, the user can easily take the best shot by speaking when the photograph is taken well among the continuously photographed photographs. Furthermore, since the first identification information indicating the priority order is associated with the best shot, the user does not have to work to select the best shot from a plurality of photographs.
A seventh aspect of the present invention is a continuous shooting method in an electronic device having a voice input unit for inputting voice, a shooting unit for shooting an image, and a voice recognition unit for recognizing a voice input to the voice input unit. A shooting control step in which the processor of the electronic device controls the shooting means to continuously take images every first predetermined time , after the images are taken by the shooting means in a state where the images are continuously shot. when speech is input to a second predetermined time, based on the result of the speech recognition, determining step of determining identification information indicating the priority of the image, among the images being consecutively captured image by capturing means There executes storing step identification information determined after being photographed, for storing the image correspondence step that associates to the image, and the identification information is associated, continuous shooting It is the law.

  According to the present invention, the user can easily shoot and save the best shot by speaking when the photograph is taken well among photographs taken continuously every predetermined time.

  The above object, other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become more apparent from the following detailed description of embodiments with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of a portable terminal according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is an illustrative view showing an example of a plurality of images taken by the portable terminal of the present invention. FIG. 3 is an illustrative view showing one example of a region where a plurality of images shown in FIG. 2 are stored. FIG. 4 is an illustrative view showing identification information associated with an image taken at a certain time. FIG. 5 is an illustrative view showing one example of identification information data stored in the RAM shown in FIG. FIG. 6 is an illustrative view showing one example of image data displayed on the LCD monitor shown in FIG. FIG. 7 is an illustrative view showing another example of image data displayed on the LCD monitor shown in FIG. FIG. 8 is an illustrative view showing another example of image data displayed on the LCD monitor shown in FIG. FIG. 9 is an illustrative view showing still another example of image data displayed on the LCD monitor shown in FIG. FIG. 10 is an illustrative view showing one example of a memory map of the RAM shown in FIG. FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing identification information setting processing of the CPU shown in FIG. FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the best shot photographing process of the CPU shown in FIG. FIG. 13 is another part of the best shot photographing process of the CPU shown in FIG. 1, and is a flowchart subsequent to FIG. FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing image display processing of the CPU shown in FIG.

  Referring to FIG. 1, mobile terminal 10 includes a control unit 20, a key input device 22 that is an input device, and a touch panel 36 a and touch keys 36 b that are controlled by a touch panel control circuit 34. The control unit 20 includes a CPU (also called a processor or a computer) 20a and a DSP (Digital Signal Processor) 20b. The CPU 20a controls the radio communication circuit 14 corresponding to the CDMA system and outputs a call signal. The output call signal is transmitted from the antenna 12 and transmitted to the mobile communication network including the base station. When the other party performs a response operation, a call ready state is established.

  When a call end operation is performed by the key input device 22, the touch panel 36a, and the touch key 36b after the transition to the call enabled state, the CPU 20a controls the wireless communication circuit 14 to transmit a call end signal to the call partner. Then, after transmitting the call end signal, the CPU 20a ends the call process. Also, when the call end signal is received from the call partner first, the CPU 20a ends the call process. Furthermore, the CPU 20a also ends the call process when a call end signal is received from the mobile communication network regardless of the call partner.

  When a call signal from a call partner is captured by the antenna 12 while the mobile terminal 10 is activated, the wireless communication circuit 14 notifies the CPU 20a of an incoming call. Further, the CPU 20a controls the LCD monitor 26 which is a display device by the LCD driver 24, and causes the LCD monitor 26 to display the caller information described in the incoming call notification. Then, the CPU 20a outputs a ring tone from the second speaker 18b. Further, the CPU 20a vibrates the mobile terminal 10 by driving (rotating) the motor 40 that functions as a vibrator, and notifies the user of an incoming call.

  In the call ready state, the following processing is executed. The modulated audio signal (high frequency signal) sent from the other party is received by the antenna 12. The received modulated audio signal is subjected to demodulation processing and decoding processing by the wireless communication circuit 14. The obtained received voice signal is output from the first speaker 18a. On the other hand, the transmitted voice signal captured by the first microphone 16 a is subjected to encoding processing and modulation processing by the wireless communication circuit 14. Then, the generated modulated audio signal is transmitted to the other party using the antenna 12 as described above.

  The touch panel 36a is a pointing device for instructing an arbitrary position on the screen of the LCD monitor 26. When the touch panel 36a is operated by pressing, sliding (striking), or touching the upper surface with a finger, the touch panel 36a detects the operation. When a finger touches the touch panel 36a, the touch panel control circuit 34 specifies the position of the finger and outputs coordinate data of the operated position to the CPU 20a. That is, the user can input an operation direction, a figure, or the like to the mobile terminal 10 by pressing, sliding (rubbing), or touching the upper surface of the touch panel 36a with a finger.

  The touch panel 36a is a method called a capacitance method that detects a change in capacitance between electrodes generated when a finger approaches the surface of the touch panel 36a, and one or more fingers touch the touch panel 36a. Detect that. Specifically, the touch panel 36a employs a projection-type capacitance method that detects a change in capacitance between electrodes that occurs when a finger approaches a transparent film on which an electrode pattern is formed. Yes. As the detection method, a surface type capacitance method may be employed, or a resistance film method, an ultrasonic method, an infrared method, an electromagnetic induction method, or the like may be used.

  Here, an operation in which the user touches the upper surface of the touch panel 36a with a finger is referred to as “touch”. On the other hand, the operation of releasing the finger from the touch panel 36a is referred to as “release”. The operation of rubbing the surface of the touch panel 36a is referred to as “slide”. The coordinates indicated by the touch are referred to as “touch points”, and the coordinates indicated by the release are referred to as “release points”. Further, an operation in which the user touches the upper surface of the touch panel 36a and subsequently releases it is referred to as “touch and release”. An operation performed on the touch panel 36a such as touch, release, slide, and touch and release is generally referred to as “touch operation”.

  The touch point is a barycentric coordinate of the area of the finger touching the touch panel 36a. Further, a dedicated touch pen or the like may be provided to perform a touch operation. Furthermore, the origin of the display coordinates of the LCD monitor 26 and the touch position coordinates of the touch panel 36a is the upper left corner. That is, the abscissa increases as it proceeds from the upper left corner to the upper right corner, and the ordinate increases as it proceeds from the upper left corner to the lower left corner.

  On the other hand, the touch key 36b is also referred to as a touch sensor, and detects a touch operation by a capacitance method similarly to the touch panel 36a. The touch key 36b is controlled by the touch panel control circuit 34 in the same manner as the touch panel 36a. For example, an icon (image) representing a function to be executed is displayed on the touch key 36b. Note that when the display of the icon of the touch key 36b is switched under the control of the CPU 20a, the function to be executed according to the touch operation may be switched.

  The mobile terminal 10 also includes a power supply circuit 46 that supplies power to the entire system based on the voltage of the lithium ion battery 48 that is a secondary battery. When the power supply circuit 46 supplies power based on the voltage of the lithium ion battery 48 to the entire system, it is referred to as a power-on state. Similarly, when the power supply circuit 46 does not supply power based on the voltage of the lithium ion battery 48 to the entire system, it is referred to as a power-off state. The power supply circuit 46 is activated when a power-on operation is performed by the key input device 22 in the power-off state, and is stopped when a power-off operation is performed by the key input device 22 in the power-off state. Further, even in the power-off state, the power supply circuit 46 is activated in response to the charging of the lithium ion battery 48 and stopped in response to the completion of the charging of the lithium ion battery 48. Charging means that the lithium ion battery 48 is connected to an external power supply and receives power supply from the external power supply, whereby the lithium ion battery 48 stores electric energy.

  The portable terminal 10 has a voice recognition function. For example, when a voice uttered by a user is input to the second microphone 16b which is a voice input means, the LCD monitor 26 recognizes (converts) the voice. Displayed text. Specifically, the audio signal captured by the second microphone 16b is converted into audio data by the DPS 20b, and the CPU 20a and the DSP 20b extract a feature pattern (feature amount) from the audio data. Further, the CPU 20a and the DSP 20b read the reference voice data constituting the voice dictionary for voice recognition from the ROM 32. And CPU20a and DSP20b identify the reference audio | voice data which correspond with audio | voice data by collating a feature pattern and each reference pattern by the audio | voice recognition method based on a statistical decision theory. Since this voice dictionary associates reference voice data with a character string represented by the reference voice data, the CPU 20a and the DSP 20b read the character string corresponding to the identified reference voice data, thereby converting the voice data into a character string. Convert to

  In addition, the speech recognition method based on this statistical decision theory uses the HMM (Hidden Markov Model), which is widely used as a speech recognition method, to estimate the likelihood of each reference speech data and feature pattern. Calculate the degree. Then, the CPU 20a and the DSP 20b specify the reference pattern with the highest likelihood.

  The CPU 20a, DSP 20b, and ROM 32 function as voice recognition means. In another embodiment, a speech recognition method based on feature pattern matching may be employed.

  The mobile terminal 10 has a camera function. When an operation for executing the camera function is performed by the key input device 22, the touch panel 36a, and the touch key 36b, the camera control circuit 38a and the image sensor 38b are caused to function as photographing means. Execute the camera function.

  For example, the optical image of the object scene is irradiated to the image sensor 38b, and a light receiving element corresponding to, for example, UXGA (1600 × 1200 pixels) is arranged in the imaging area of the image sensor 38b. In the imaging area, photoelectric conversion is performed. Thus, a charge corresponding to the optical image of the object scene, that is, a UXGA raw image signal is generated.

  When the camera function is executed, the CPU 20a activates an image sensor driver built in the camera control circuit 38a to display a real-time moving image of the subject, that is, a through image, on the LCD monitor 26, which is a display device. The image sensor driver is instructed to perform the charge reading operation corresponding to the operation and the designated readout region.

  The image sensor driver performs exposure of the imaging surface of the image sensor 38b and reading of the charges generated by the exposure. As a result, a raw image signal is output from the image sensor 38b. The raw image signal output from the image sensor 38b is input to the camera control circuit 38a. The camera control circuit 38a performs processes such as color separation, white balance adjustment, and YUV conversion on the input raw image signal to generate image data in the YUV format. Then, YUV format image data is input to the CPU 20a. At this time, the camera control circuit 38a controls the focus lens 38c to focus on the object scene.

  The YUV image data input to the CPU 20a is temporarily stored in the RAM 30 by the CPU 20a. Further, the stored YUV format image data is given from the RAM 30 to the LCD driver 24 via the CPU 20a. At the same time, the CPU 20a issues a thinning readout command to the LCD driver 24. Then, the LCD driver 24 outputs YUV format image data to the LCD monitor 26 at 30 fps in accordance with the thinning readout command issued from the CPU 20a. As a result, a low-resolution (320 × 240 pixel) through image representing the object scene is displayed on the LCD monitor 26.

  In YUV format image data, Y means luminance, U means a color difference obtained by subtracting luminance from blue, and V means a color difference obtained by subtracting luminance from red. That is, the YUV format image data is composed of luminance signal (Y) data, blue color difference signal (U) data, and red color difference signal (V) data.

  Furthermore, when a photographing operation is performed by the key input device 22, the touch panel 36a, and the touch key 36b, the CPU 20a executes a main photographing process. That is, the CPU 20a performs predetermined signal processing on the UXGA raw image signal output from the image sensor 38b, temporarily stores it in the RAM 30, and instructs the I / F 42 to perform recording processing on the memory card 44. The I / F 42 reads out image data from the RAM 30 through the CPU 20a, and records it in the memory card 44 as an image file including the read image data. Further, the CPU 20a causes the second speaker 18b to output a sound notifying that the main photographing process is being executed. The memory card 44 is detachable, and can be accessed by the I / F 42 when it is inserted into a slot (not shown).

  The user can select WQVGA (240 × 400 pixels) and VGA (640 × 480 pixels) in addition to UXGA as the size of image data to be captured. If the size of the selected image data is WQVGA, the image data is not stored in the memory card 44 but is recorded in the flash memory 28.

  And the portable terminal 10 is also provided with the best shot imaging | photography function for imaging | photography the best shot by continuous imaging | photography. For example, referring to FIGS. 2A to 2I, nine image data shot by the best shot shooting function are images shot every 3 seconds (first predetermined time) from a certain time. It is data. 2A is an image obtained by photographing the face of the human A at a certain time, and FIG. 2B is an image obtained by photographing the entire image of the human A. 2C is an image obtained by photographing the whole image of the person B, and FIG. 2D is an image obtained when the person A and the person B gather. 2E is an image obtained by photographing the whole image when the person A has a toy, and FIG. 2F is an image obtained when the person A and the person B are playing with the toy. It is. 2G is an image taken when the human A and the human C are moving together, and FIG. 2H is an image when the human A, the human B, and the human C are gathered. It is an image taken in FIG. 2I shows an image of a mountain landscape seen from a place where the user is photographing.

  Here, in this embodiment, when a sound is input while an image is captured by the best shot capturing function, identification information based on the sound is recorded in association with the image data.

  Referring to FIG. 3A, the nine image data in FIGS. 2A to 2I are first temporarily stored in a temporary area of the RAM 30. For example, the image data in FIG. 2A corresponds to “image 001”, the image data in FIG. 2B corresponds to “image 002”, and the image data in FIG. 2C corresponds to “image 003”. 2D corresponds to “image 004”, the image data in FIG. 2E corresponds to “image 005”, and the image data in FIG. 2F corresponds to “image 006”. 2G corresponds to “image 007”, the image data in FIG. 2H corresponds to “image 008”, and the image data in FIG. 2I corresponds to “image 009”. ".

  Also, since “image 001”, “image 002”, “image 003”, “image 004”, “image 006”, “image 008”, and “image 009” are captured, the voice is recognized, so Information is associated. For example, “image 001” is associated with identification information of “personal photograph” that identifies a scene to be photographed (hereinafter sometimes simply referred to as “scene”), and further, the priority (priority) of the best shot. “Excellent” identifying information for identifying (ranking) is also associated. This is because the voice representing the scene identification information and the voice representing the best shot identification information are input to the second microphone 16b in accordance with the shooting of the “image 001”.

  “Image 002” is associated with identification information of “person photograph” identifying a scene, but is not associated with identification information (second identification information) of the best shot. This is because only the sound representing the scene identification information is input in accordance with the shooting of “image 002”. Further, “image 003” is not associated with scene identification information (first identification information), but is associated with “good” identification information indicating the priority of the best shot. This is because only the voice representing the identification information of the best shot is input in accordance with the shooting of “image 003”.

  Further, the “image 004” is associated with identification information of “group photo” for identifying a scene and identification information of “good”. Only “excellent” identification information is associated with “image 006”. “Image 008” is associated with identification information of “group photo”. “Image 009” is associated with identification information of “landscape photograph” for identifying a scene and “select” representing the priority of the best shot.

  Referring to FIG. 3B, the image data associated with the best shot identification information is stored in the best shot storage area of flash memory 28 or memory card 44. That is, “Image 001”, “Image 003”, “Image 004”, “Image 006”, and “Image 009” associated with the identification information of “Excellent”, “Good”, or “Select” are best shot saved. Saved in the area.

  Further, referring to FIG. 3C, image data in which only scene identification information is associated is stored in the scene storage area of flash memory 28 or memory card 44. That is, “image 002” and “image 008” associated with the identification information of “person photograph”, “group photograph”, or “landscape photograph” are stored in the scene storage area.

  3D, the image data not associated with the identification information is temporarily stored in the temporary area of the RAM 30. That is, “image 005” and “image 007” are temporarily stored in the RAM 30.

  In this way, since the identification information is determined based on the recognized voice, the user can classify and photograph the best shot.

  In the temporary, a FIFO (First In First Out) algorithm is applied, in which stored data is read out in order from the oldest data. For example, if “image 009” is stored in order from “image 001” in the temporary area, the image is read from the first stored “image 001”.

  Here, a voice recognition process for associating scene identification information with best shot identification information will be described. Referring to FIG. 4, scene identification information is determined based on sound recognized during time A (second predetermined time) before shooting. For example, if the sound recognized for 2 seconds until time a is “group photo”, “image 004” shot at time a is shot as a group shooting scene.

  Also, the best shot identification information is determined based on the sound recognized at time B (third predetermined time) after the image is taken. For example, if the sound recognized within one second from time a is “good”, “good” identification information is associated with “image 004” taken at time a.

  In this way, based on the shooting time, the user can determine the scene identification information based on the content uttered before shooting, and the best shot based on the content uttered after shooting. Priority can be determined. That is, the user can determine two types of identification information on the basis of the shooting time.

  In another embodiment, the time during which voice recognition is possible may be communicated to the user by light emission by an LED. That is, the portable terminal 10 causes the LED to emit light in a state where the identification information can be determined by voice recognition. Further, the mobile terminal 10 may change the color emitted by the LED between the second predetermined time and the third predetermined time so that the second predetermined time and the third predetermined time can be distinguished.

  FIG. 5A and FIG. 5B are illustrative views showing a table in which initially set identification information is recorded. Referring to FIG. 5A, the scene setting table includes a “scene” column and a column in which “identification information” corresponding to the scene is recorded. For example, in the “scene” column, “personal scenes”, “collective scenes”, “landscape scenes”, and the like are recorded. In the column of “identification information”, “person photograph” is recorded corresponding to “person photographing scene”, “group photograph” is recorded corresponding to “group photographing scene”, and “landscape photography” A “landscape photograph” is recorded corresponding to the “shooting scene”.

  For example, at the initial setting of a scene, if the scene to be set is “portrait shooting scene” and the voice of “portrait photo” is input, the scene setting table will show the scene of “portrait shooting scene” And identification information of “person photograph” are recorded. The name of the scene to be set is determined by a character input key operation on the key input device 22.

  Referring to FIG. 5B, the best shot setting table includes a “priority” column and an “identification information” column corresponding to the priority. For example, in the “priority” column, numbers are recorded in descending order of priority. That is, numbers from 1 to m (m: natural number) are recorded. In the “identification information” column, “Excellent” is recorded corresponding to “1”, “Good” is recorded corresponding to “2”, and “Select” is recorded corresponding to “3”. Is done.

  For example, in the best shot initial setting, the priority is set in the order of voices input by the user. That is, if the first recognized voice is “Excellent”, “1” having the highest priority is set to “Excellent”, and if the next recognized voice is “Good”, the priority is second. If the high “2” is set to “good” and the third recognized voice is “select”, the third highest priority “3” is set to “select”.

  FIGS. 6A and 6B are illustrative views showing an example of a GUI displayed on the LCD monitor 26 after an operation for ending the best shot photographing function is performed. Referring to FIG. 6A, LCD monitor 26 includes a status display area 50, a function display area 52, and a key display area 54. In the status display area 50, the radio wave reception status by the antenna 12, the remaining battery capacity of the lithium ion battery 48, the current date and time, and the like are displayed. In the function display area 52, an image (photograph) associated with identification information of “excellent” or “good” is displayed. For example, the images shown in FIGS. 2A and 2F are displayed as the images associated with the identification information of “Excellent”. Further, as the image associated with the identification information “good”, the images shown in FIGS. 2C and 2D are displayed.

  The key display area 54 includes a switching key 56 and a mode key 58. The switching key 56 is a key for switching the content displayed in the function display area 52. For example, when the display area of the mode key 56 is touched, the image displayed in the function display area 52 is switched to the state shown in FIG.

  Note that the state display area 50, the function display area 52, the key display area 54, and the switching key 56 shown in FIG. 6A are the same in other drawings, and thus detailed description thereof is omitted in the other drawings. .

  Referring to FIG. 6B, in function display area 52, an image associated with “select” identification information and an “other” image not associated with best shot identification information are displayed. The For example, the image associated with the identification information of “Select” is the image shown in FIG. In addition, as the “others” image, the images shown in FIGS. 2B, 2E, 2G, and 2H are displayed.

  Here, when the mode key 58 is operated in a state where an image is displayed based on the best shot identification information (best shot mode), the image is displayed based on the scene identification information (scene mode). Switch. Referring to FIG. 7A, in function display area 52, an image associated with identification information of “person photograph” or “group photograph” is displayed. For example, the images shown in FIGS. 2A and 2B are displayed as the images associated with the identification information of the person photograph. Further, as the image associated with the identification information of “group photo”, the images shown in FIG. 2D and FIG. 2H are displayed.

  Referring to FIG. 7B, when the switching key 56 is operated, the function display area 52 is associated with the image associated with the identification information of “landscape photograph” and the identification information of the scene. There is no “Other Scene” image displayed. For example, the image associated with the identification information of “landscape photograph” is the image shown in FIG. In addition, as the “other scene” images, the images shown in FIGS. 2C, 2E, 2F, and 2G are displayed.

  When the mode key 58 is operated in the scene mode, the mode is switched to a state (simultaneous mode) in which an image is displayed based on both best shot and scene identification information. Referring to FIG. 8A, in the function display area 52, an image associated with the identification information of “person photograph” is displayed for each identification information of the best shot. For example, the image shown in FIG. 2A is displayed as an image in which the identification information of “person photograph” and “excellent” is associated, and the identification information of “person photograph” is associated with the best shot. The image shown in FIG. 2B is displayed as an image not associated with identification information.

  When there is no corresponding image, a character string indicating that there is no image is displayed. For example, if there is no image associated with identification information of “Good” or “Select” in a person's shooting scene, “no image” is displayed in the area where the images of “Good” and “Select” are displayed. Is displayed.

  When the switching key 56 is operated in a state where an image is displayed based on the identification information of “person photograph”, an image associated with the identification information of “group photo” is best displayed in the function display area 52. Displayed for each shot identification information. For example, referring to FIG. 8B, the image shown in FIG. 2D is displayed as an image in which the identification information of “group photo” and “good” is associated with the identification information of the group photo. The image shown in FIG. 2H is displayed as an image that is attached but not associated with the identification information of the best shot. In FIG. 8B, the character string “no image” is displayed in the area where the images “Excellent” and “Select” are displayed.

  Further, when the switching key 56 is operated in a state where an image is displayed based on the identification information of “group photo”, an image associated with the identification information of “landscape photo” is displayed for each identification information of the best shot. Is displayed. For example, referring to FIG. 9A, the image shown in FIG. 2I is displayed as an image in which “landscape photograph” and “select” are associated with each other. In FIG. 9A, the character string “no image” is displayed in the area where the images “Excellent”, “Good”, and “Other” are displayed.

  Further, when the switching key 56 is operated in a state where an image is displayed based on the identification information of “landscape photograph”, an image not associated with the scene identification information is displayed for each identification information of the best shot. Is done. For example, referring to FIG. 9B, the image shown in FIG. 2F is displayed as an image in which only the “excellent” identification information is associated, and only the “good” identification information is associated. The image shown in FIG. 2C is displayed as an image, and the images shown in FIGS. 2E and 2G are displayed as image data not associated with identification information.

  When the mode key 58 is operated in the simultaneous mode, the mode returns to the best shot mode (see FIGS. 6A and 6B).

  Here, when an arbitrary image is deleted by the user, the image data is deleted from the flash memory 28, the RAM 30 or the memory card 44. For example, when an image is selected (touch operation) by the user, a GUI for confirming whether or not to delete the image is displayed. Further, when deletion is selected, the display of the image is deleted. As described above, in this embodiment, by displaying the image data for each identification information, the user can easily select the image data.

  In addition, the deletion operation is a batch deletion operation for deleting images associated with the same identification information in a batch, or arbitrary image data is selected by touch-and-release or touch-and-slide, and then deleted collectively. Includes selective delete operations. In addition, when many images are captured, if not all images can be displayed in one screen, an image that is not displayed may be displayed in response to an operation of scrolling the screen.

  In addition, the voice input after the mode key 58 is operated may be recognized and the state of the displayed image may be switched. For example, after the mode key 58 is operated, the mobile terminal 10 enters the best shot mode if it recognizes the “best shot” sound, and enters the scene mode if it recognizes the “by scene” sound. If it recognizes the “best shot” voice, it will be in simultaneous mode.

  FIG. 10 is an illustrative view showing a memory map of the RAM 30. Referring to FIG. 10, the memory map of RAM 30 includes a program storage area 302 and a data storage area 304. A part of the program and data is read from the flash memory 28 all at once or partially and sequentially as needed, stored in the RAM 30, and then processed by the CPU 20a or the like.

  The program storage area 302 stores a program for operating the mobile terminal 10. Programs for operating the mobile terminal 10 include a voice recognition program 310, a photographing program 312, an identification information setting program 314, a best shot photographing program 316, an image display program 318, and the like. The voice recognition program 310 is a program for recognizing the voice input to the second microphone 16b. The shooting program 312 is a program for shooting an image of the scene using the camera control circuit 38a, the image sensor 38b, and the focus lens 38c.

  The identification information setting program 314 is a program for initial setting of scene identification information and best shot identification information. When this program is executed, the scene setting table and the best shot setting table are updated. The best shot shooting program 316 is a program for continuously shooting images every first predetermined time, and stores scene identification information and best shot identification information in association with the shot images. The image display program 318 is a program for displaying a photographed image on the LCD monitor 26, and displays an image as shown in FIG.

  In addition, although illustration is abbreviate | omitted, the program for operating the portable terminal 10 contains the program for performing a telephone call, the program for displaying the present time, etc.

  In the data storage area 304, a touch buffer 330, a through image buffer 332, a temporary buffer 334, a display image buffer 336, and a temporary buffer 338 are provided. In the data storage area 304, touch coordinate map data 340 and identification information data 342 are stored, and a touch flag 344, a voice recognition flag 346, a first counter 348, and a second counter 350 are provided.

  The touch buffer 330 is a buffer for temporarily storing an input result such as a touch detected by the touch panel 36a, and temporarily stores coordinate data of a touch point and a release point, for example. The through image buffer 332 is a buffer in which YUV format image data read from the camera control circuit 38a is temporarily saved (stored once).

  The temporary buffer 334 is a buffer for temporarily storing captured images, and includes, for example, a temporary area shown in FIG. The display image buffer 336 is a buffer that temporarily stores an image displayed on the LCD monitor 26. The temporary buffer 338 is a buffer in which an image that is not associated with identification information is temporarily stored, and includes a temporary area shown in FIG. 3D, for example.

  The touch coordinate map data 340 is data for associating coordinates such as a touch point specified by the touch panel control circuit 34 with display coordinates of the LCD monitor 26. That is, based on the touch coordinate map data 328, the CPU 20a can associate the result of the touch operation performed on the touch panel 36a with the display on the LCD monitor 26. The identification information data 342 is data composed of a scene setting table shown in FIG. 5A and a best shot setting table shown in FIG.

  The touch flag 344 is a flag for determining whether or not the touch panel 36a is touched (touched). For example, the touch flag 344 is composed of a 1-bit register. When the touch flag 344 is turned on (established), a data value “1” is set in the register. On the other hand, when the touch flag 344 is turned off (not established), a data value “0” is set in the register.

  The voice recognition flag 346 is a flag for determining whether or not voice is recognized, and is turned on when voice is recognized by the processing by the voice recognition program 310. Note that the configuration of the voice recognition flag 346 is the same as that of the touch flag 344, and thus detailed description thereof is omitted.

  The first counter 348 is a counter for counting a second predetermined time (2 seconds) until an image is shot in the continuous shooting process. The second counter 350 is a counter for counting a third predetermined time (1 second) after the image is captured in the continuous photographing process.

  Although illustration is omitted, the data storage area 304 stores image data for displaying the GUI, and also includes a counter and a flag necessary for the operation of the mobile terminal 10.

  The CPU 20a, under the control of RTOS (Real-time Operating System) such as “Linux (registered trademark)” and “REX”, performs the identification information setting process shown in FIG. 11, and the best shot photographing process shown in FIGS. A plurality of tasks including the image display process shown in FIG. 14 and the like are executed in parallel.

  FIG. 11 is a flowchart of the identification information setting process. For example, when the user performs an operation for setting identification information, the CPU 20a determines the identification information to be set in step S1. For example, according to the operation performed by the user, it is determined whether it is the scene identification information or the best shot identification information. Subsequently, in step S3, voice recognition processing is executed. That is, the voice recognition process is executed to capture the voice corresponding to the set identification information. The identification information setting process and the voice recognition process are executed in parallel.

  Subsequently, in step S5, it is determined whether or not a voice is input. That is, it is determined whether or not sound is input to the second microphone 16b. If “NO” in the step S5, that is, if no voice is inputted, the process of the step S5 is repeatedly executed. On the other hand, if “YES” in the step S5, that is, if a voice is inputted, the inputted voice is recognized in a step S7. For example, if the voice input to the second microphone 16b is “person picture”, the character string data of “person picture” is read from the ROM 32 by voice recognition processing.

  Subsequently, in step S9, it is determined whether or not the scene is set. That is, it is determined whether or not an operation for setting scene identification information has been performed in step S1. If “YES” in the step S9, that is, if an operation for setting the scene identification information is performed, the recognition result is recorded in the scene setting table in a step S11, and the process proceeds to the step S15. For example, if the identification information is set for “person's shooting scene” and the voice recognition result is “person's photograph”, the scene setting table will display “person photograph” corresponding to “person's shooting scene”. The identification information is recorded.

  On the other hand, if “NO” in the step S9, that is, if an operation for setting the identification information of the best shot is performed, the recognition result is recorded in the best shot setting table in a step S13. For example, if the setting of the identification information with the highest priority of the best shot is set and the voice recognition result is “Excellent”, the setting table of the best shot corresponds to “1” indicating the highest priority. Thus, “Excellent” identification information is recorded.

  In step S15, it is determined whether or not it is an end operation. That is, it is determined whether or not an operation for ending the identification information setting process has been performed. If “NO” in the step S15, that is, if it is not an end operation, the process returns to the step S1. On the other hand, if “YES” in the step S15, that is, if an end operation is performed, the identification information setting process is ended.

  FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the best shot shooting process. In step S31, the CPU 20a determines whether or not it is a shooting start operation. For example, it is determined whether or not a shutter key included in the key input device 22 has been pressed. If “NO” in the step S31, that is, if the photographing start operation is not performed, the process of the step S31 is repeatedly executed. On the other hand, if “YES” in the step S31, that is, if a photographing start operation is performed, a voice recognition process is executed in a step S33. That is, voice recognition processing is executed to determine identification information associated with the captured image data. The best shot shooting process and the voice recognition process are executed in parallel.

  Subsequently, in step S35, timer processing is executed. For example, in the timer process, the second predetermined time before the image is captured by the first counter 348 is measured, and the third predetermined time after the image is captured by the second counter 350 is measured. The second predetermined time starts counting when the process of step S35 is executed, and the third predetermined time starts counting when an image is taken.

  In step S37, it is determined whether or not a sound for determining a scene has been input. That is, it is determined whether or not the voice of “person photo”, “group photo” or “landscape photo” has been input and the voice has been recognized. If “NO” in the step S37, that is, if a sound for determining a scene is not input, the process proceeds to a step S41. On the other hand, if “YES” in the step S37, that is, if a sound for determining a scene is input, identification information of the scene is determined in a step S39. For example, if the voice of “person photograph” is recognized, the identification information associated with the next photographed image is “person photograph”.

  Subsequently, in step S41, it is determined whether or not the timer has expired. That is, in step S41, it is determined whether or not the second predetermined time has elapsed since the timer process was executed. If “NO” in the step S41, that is, if the second predetermined time has not elapsed, the process returns to the step S37. On the other hand, if “YES” in the step S41, that is, if the second predetermined time has elapsed, the photographing process is executed in a step S43. That is, an image of the scene is taken.

  Subsequently, in step S45, it is determined whether or not a sound for determining the best shot has been input. That is, it is determined whether or not “Excellent”, “Good” and “Select” voices are input and the voices are recognized. If “NO” in the step S45, that is, if the sound for determining the best shot is not input, the process proceeds to the step S49. On the other hand, if “YES” in the step S45, that is, if the sound for determining the best shot is input, the identification information of the best shot is determined in a step S47. For example, if the “good” voice is recognized, the identification information associated with the image taken in step S43 is “good”.

  Subsequently, in step S49, it is determined whether or not the timer has expired. That is, in step S49, unlike the processing in step S41, it is determined whether or not a third predetermined time has elapsed since the image was taken. If “NO” in the step S49, that is, if the third predetermined time has not elapsed, the process returns to the step S45. On the other hand, if “YES” in the step S49, that is, if the third predetermined time has elapsed, the image is temporarily stored in the buffer in a step S51 shown in FIG. That is, the image captured in step S43 is temporarily stored in the temporary area (temporary buffer 334).

  Subsequently, in step S53, it is determined whether or not a voice is recognized. That is, it is determined whether or not the voice recognition flag 346 is on. If “NO” in the step S53, that is, if the voice recognition flag 346 is turned off, the image is temporarily stored in the temporary area (temporary buffer 338) in a step S55, and the process proceeds to a step S63. That is, since the voice is not recognized and the identification information is not determined, the captured image is temporarily stored in the provisional area in step S55.

  On the other hand, if “YES” in the step S53, that is, if the voice recognition flag 346 is turned on, the identification information is associated with the image in a step S57. For example, if the scene identification information is determined to be “portrait photograph” and the best shot identification information is determined to be “good”, the captured image stored in the temporary area includes “portrait photograph” and “Good” identification information is associated. If only the scene identification information is determined, only the scene identification information is associated. If only the best shot identification information is determined, only the best shot identification information is associated.

  In step S59, the image is stored in a storage area. That is, the image data associated with the identification information is stored in the best shot storage area or the scene storage area. The CPU 20a that executes the process of step S59 functions as a storage unit. Subsequently, in step S61, it is determined whether or not the free space is sufficient. That is, it is determined whether or not further image data can be stored in the flash memory 28 or the memory card 44. If “NO” in the step S61, that is, if it is impossible to further store image data in the flash memory 28 or the memory card 44, the best shot photographing process is ended.

  On the other hand, if “YES” in the step S61, that is, if the image data can be further stored in the flash memory 28 or the memory card 44, it is determined whether or not the end operation is performed in a step S63. For example, it is determined whether or not the shutter key included in the key input device 22 has been operated again. If “NO” in the step S63, that is, if the ending operation is not performed, the process returns to the step S35 shown in FIG. On the other hand, if “YES” in the step S63, that is, if an end operation is performed, the best shot photographing process is ended.

  In the best shot shooting process, the CPU 20a that executes the processes of steps S35, S41, S43, and S49 functions as a shooting control unit. Further, the CPU 20a that executes the processing of step S39 and step S47 functions as a determination unit, the CPU 20a that executes the processing of step S39 functions as a first determination unit, and the CPU 20a that executes the processing of step S47 functions as a second determination unit. To do. Further, the CPU 20a that executes the process of step S57 functions as an association unit.

  FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing image display processing. When the best shot photographing process is completed, the CPU 20a executes an image display process, and reads image data in step S71. That is, the image data is read from the best shot storage area and the scene storage area, and the temporary storage area (provisional buffer 338) of the RAM 30, and stored in the display image buffer 336. Subsequently, in step S73, it is determined whether or not the best shot mode is set. That is, it is determined whether or not the image display mode is based on the best shot identification information. If “YES” in the step S73, that is, if the best shot mode is set, an image is displayed based on the identification information of the best shot in a step S75, and the process proceeds to the step S85. For example, in step S75, as shown in FIGS. 6A and 6B, each of the image data stored in the display image buffer 336 is “Excellent”, “Good”, “Select”, and “Others”. Are displayed on the LCD monitor 26.

  Note that when the mobile terminal 10 is in a factory-shipped state, it is set to display an image in the best shot mode, and therefore, “YES” in step S73 in the first loop (steps S73 to S83). Is determined, and the process of step S75 is executed. The user may be able to arbitrarily set a mode in which an image is displayed after the best shot shooting function.

  On the other hand, if “NO” in the step S73, that is, if the best shot mode is not set, it is determined whether or not the scene mode is set in a step S77. If “YES” in the step S77, that is, if it is the scene mode, an image is displayed based on the scene identification information in a step S79, and the process proceeds to a step S85. For example, in step S79, as shown in FIGS. 7A and 7B, each of the image data stored in the display image buffer 336 includes “person's shooting scene”, “collection shooting scene”, It is divided into “landscape scenes” and “other scenes” and displayed on the LCD monitor 26.

  On the other hand, if “NO” in the step S77, that is, if it is not the best shot scene, it is determined whether or not the simultaneous mode is set in a step S81. If “NO” in the step S81, the process proceeds to a step S85, and if “YES”, an image is displayed on the basis of the best shot and scene identification information in a step S83. For example, in step S83, as shown in FIGS. 8A, 8B, 9A, and 9B, each of the image data stored in the display image buffer 336 is captured. Displayed for each best shot in the selected scene.

  The CPU 20a that executes the process of step S75, step S79, or step S83 functions as an image display unit.

  In step S85, it is determined whether or not it is a mode switching operation. For example, it is determined whether or not the mode key 58 has been operated. If “YES” in the step S85, for example, if the mode key 58 is operated, the process returns to the step S73. On the other hand, if “NO” in the step S85, that is, if the mode key 58 is not operated, it is determined whether or not the end operation is performed in a step S87. For example, it is determined whether or not an end key included in the key input device 22 has been operated. If “NO” in the step S87, that is, if the end operation is not performed, the process returns to the step S85. On the other hand, if “YES” in the step S87, that is, if an end operation is performed, the image display process is ended.

  If “YES” in the step S87, processing for determining whether or not to save the image data stored in the temporary buffer 338 in the flash memory 28 or the memory card 44 may be executed. If no saving operation is performed, the image data stored in the temporary buffer 338 is deleted.

  In this embodiment, the first predetermined time (3 seconds) is set by combining 2 seconds (second predetermined time) before shooting and 1 second (third predetermined time) after shooting. Although the process is being performed, the user may arbitrarily change only the first predetermined time without changing the second predetermined time and the third predetermined time. Further, the user may arbitrarily change the second predetermined time and the third predetermined time as long as there is no contradiction with the first predetermined time.

  As can be seen from the above description, the mobile terminal 10 includes the second microphone 16b for recognizing the sound, the camera control circuit 38a for controlling the image sensor 38b, and the focus lens 38c. Further, the mobile terminal 10 controls the camera control circuit 38a to execute the camera function and take an image of the object scene. In addition, the mobile terminal 10 can execute a best shot shooting function for shooting an image every 3 seconds. Then, when the best shot shooting function is executed and an image is shot, when the voice is input, the mobile terminal 10 associates the identification information with the image and stores it in the flash memory 28 or the memory card 44. .

  Accordingly, the user can easily take the best shot by speaking when the photograph is taken well among the continuously photographed photographs. Furthermore, since the best shot is stored with identification information associated therewith, the user does not have to work to select the best shot from a plurality of photographs.

  In the present embodiment, the size of image data to be captured is not limited to UXGA, WQVGA, and VGA, and other sizes may be used as appropriate. Furthermore, the camera function may be able to capture not only still images but also moving images. Further, a CMOS image sensor or a CCD image sensor is adopted as the image sensor 38b.

  Further, the communication method of the mobile terminal 10 is not limited to the CDMA method, but may be a W-CDMA method, a TDMA method, a PHS method, a GSM method, or the like. Not only the portable terminal 10 but also a portable information terminal such as a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) having a camera function may be used. Furthermore, the present embodiment may be implemented by attaching a web camera, a mobile camera, or the like to the mobile terminal 10 that does not have a camera function and installing software (program) for the best shot shooting function. The first microphone 16a may be used for the voice recognition process.

  In addition, since the word “best shot” in this specification is Japanese-made English, it should not be interpreted as “best shot: all you can do to do your best” in the English grammar. In addition, the term “best shot” is understood to include not only “good photos”, but also “photos you want to keep” and “favorite photos”. I want.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10 ... Portable terminal 16a ... 1st microphone 16b ... 2nd microphone 20a ... CPU
20b DSP
22 ... Key input device 26 ... LCD monitor 28 ... Flash memory 30 ... RAM
32 ... ROM
38a ... Camera control circuit 38b ... Image sensor 38c ... Focus lens 44 ... Memory card

Claims (7)

A portable terminal having voice input means for inputting voice,
Photographing means for photographing images,
A photographing control means for controlling the photographing means to continuously photograph images every first predetermined time;
Voice recognition means for recognizing the voice input to the voice input means;
When a sound is input at a second predetermined time after being photographed by the photographing means in a state where images are continuously photographed, the first priority indicating the priority order of the images is based on the result of speech recognition. First determining means for determining identification information;
Among the images continuously has been taken, the first identification information determined after the image has been captured by the imaging means, associating means for associating with the image, and the first identification information is associated image A portable terminal provided with a storage means for storing. The portable terminal according to claim 1, further comprising a temporary storage unit that temporarily stores an image that is not associated with the first identification information among images that are continuously captured . A second determining unit that determines second identification information indicating a shooting scene based on a voice input at a third predetermined time before being shot by the shooting unit while being continuously shot ;
Before SL correlating means, among the image captured in succession, each of the first identification information and second identification information determined for the previous and after the time the image was taken by said photographing means The mobile terminal according to claim 1, wherein the mobile terminal is associated with the image.   The portable terminal according to any one of claims 1 to 3, further comprising image display means for displaying an image stored based on the first identification information associated by the association means. An electronic camera having voice input means for inputting voice,
Photographing means for photographing images,
A photographing control means for controlling the photographing means to continuously photograph images every first predetermined time;
Voice recognition means for recognizing the voice input to the voice input means;
Identification information indicating the priority order of images based on the result of speech recognition when speech is input at a second predetermined time after being photographed by the photographing means in a state where images are continuously photographed. Determining means to determine,
Among the images continuously being captured, the identification information determined after the image has been captured by the imaging means, stores associating unit for associating with the image, and an image in which the identification information is associated with stored An electronic camera comprising means. A processor of an electronic device having voice input means for inputting voice, photographing means for taking an image, and voice recognition means for recognizing voice input to the voice input means,
A photographing control means for controlling the photographing means to continuously photograph images every first predetermined time;
Identification information indicating the priority order of images based on the result of speech recognition when speech is input at a second predetermined time after being photographed by the photographing means in a state where images are continuously photographed. Determining means to determine,
Among the images continuously being captured, the identification information determined after the image has been captured by the imaging means, stores associating unit for associating with the image, and an image in which the identification information is associated with stored A continuous shooting program that functions as a means. Voice input means for inputting a voice, an image having a speech recognition means for recognizing a voice input to the imaging means and the voice input means to shoot, a continuous shooting method in an electronic device, the electronic device processor But,
A photographing control step for controlling the photographing means to continuously photograph images every first predetermined time ;
Identification information indicating the priority order of images based on the result of speech recognition when speech is input at a second predetermined time after being photographed by the photographing means in a state where images are continuously photographed. Determine the decision step ,
Saving among the images continuously being captured, the identification information determined after the image has been captured by the imaging means, associating step that associates with the image, and an image in which the identification information is associated A continuous shooting method that executes a storage step .

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