Imaging recource: Canon wants to patent a movable sensor assembly that promises better movie AF

    We've mentioned Japanese tech blog Egami more than a few times over the years on our news page, and today we note that they've uncovered yet another interesting Canon patent application. This time, it's continuous autofocus using contrast detection which the company seeks to improve with an interesting sensor shift-based solution. Specifically, the application suggests that the patent, if granted, would be used to bolster movie autofocus. According to Egami, Canon's patent application 2016-20982 isn't the first to suggest moving...
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