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Method and apparatus for the removal of flash artifacts

  • US 6,859,565 B2
  • Filed: 04/11/2001
  • Issued: 02/22/2005
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/11/2001
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method for removing flash artifacts comprising the steps of:

  • a) capturing a first digital image of a subject;

    b) capturing a second digital image of said subject with the use of a flash;

    c) creating a difference image of said first and second digital images;

    d) applying a threshold to said difference image to create an artifact image; and

    e) subtracting said artifact image from said second digital image, resulting in a final digital image.

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