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System and method for redeye strobe mode control

  • US 20040150743A1
  • Filed: 01/31/2003
  • Published: 08/05/2004
  • Est. Priority Date: 01/31/2003
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A digital imaging device comprising:

  • a photo-sensor configured to capture images of a scene;

    a processor configured to measure the brightness of the scene using the captured images;

    a flash, the flash being used in at least two modes;

    the first flash mode configured to reduce redeye artifacts, the second flash mode configured to flash normally;

    the processor configured to automatically use the first flash modes when the brightness of the scene falls below a predetermined threshold and to use the second flash mode when the brightness of the scene is equal to or above the predetermined threshold.

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