Depth-of-field indicator for a camera

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1999-03-05

2000-06-27

Perkey, W. B.

Photography

Having variable focal length of camera objective

Having indicator

396147, 396290, 396292, 396283, G03B 1330

Patent

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060816708

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for controlling a camera to achieve sharp, clear pictures includes a sensor for determining the distance of the camera from a subject and a controller for calculating the camera's depth-of-field, determining whether the subject is within the depth-of-field, and generating various signals which are provided to control operation of the camera or convey pertinent information to the photographer.

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