Method and system for improving image quality of portrait images using a focus zone shift

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PATENT NO 7106376
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09177251

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A method for capturing an image using an image capture device is disclosed. The image is capable of including a plurality of objects. Each of the plurality of objects is a corresponding distance from the imaging device. The image is associated with a focus zone. The method and system include determining if the image matches at least one criterion and determining whether at least one of the plurality of objects is out of focus if the image matches the at least one criterion. The method and system further include shifting the focus zone so that the at least one object is out of focus if at least one of the plurality of subjects is not out of focus.

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FLASHPOINT TECHNOLOGY INC20 DEPOT STREET SUITE 2-A PETERBOROUGH NH 03458

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Anderson, Eric C San Jose, CA 184 11135

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