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Utsunomiya, Japan

Shingo Isobe

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents and 4 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Image Processing Technology. Top assignee: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2012-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Shingo Isobe. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/shingo-isobe

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 17 

% Patents Active = 41.2

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.2

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 27(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Utsunomiya, JP (2012 - 2017)
  • Saitama, JP (2014 - 2018)
  • Yokohama, JP (2017 - 2020)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal17 out of 93,136 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 2012-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Image Processing
Image Capturing
Automatic Focusing
Imaging Control
Lens System
Focus Detection
Image Pickup
Storage Medium
Control Method
Three-Dimensional Imaging
Ranging Function
Photographing Apparatus
17 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12762667 - Image processing apparatus, image processing method, and non-transitory computer-readable storage medium (2026-10-13),
2. 12501154 - Image processing apparatus, image capturing apparatus, information processing method, and storage medium (2025-12-16),
3. 10841522 - Image capturing apparatus, control method therefor, and recording medium (2020-11-17),
4. 10645278 - Imaging control apparatus and control method therefor (2020-05-05),
5. 9912885 - Image pickup apparatus having partial readout function or skip readout function and photographing apparatus including the same (2018-03-06),
6. 9900520 - Image pickup apparatus having a clip limiting feature to avoid image smear (2018-02-20),
7. 9826175 - Image pickup apparatus and photographing apparatus including the same (2017-11-21),
8. 9787920 - Image pickup apparatus and image pickup system (2017-10-10),
9. 9568709 - Automatic focusing apparatus as well as lens apparatus and image pickup system including the automatic focusing apparatus (2017-02-14),
10. 9560340 - Three-dimensional image pickup lens system and image pickup system including the same (2017-01-31),
11. 9529245 - Image pickup apparatus including focus operating apparatus and focus control method (2016-12-27),
12. 9411128 - Automatic focusing apparatus with cyclic pattern determination (2016-08-09),
13. 8861948 - Image pickup apparatus (2014-10-14),
14. 8860872 - Automatic focusing apparatus with cyclic pattern determination (2014-10-14),
15. 8698942 - Focus detection apparatus (2014-04-15),

Title: Shingo Isobe: Innovator in Image Processing Technology

Introduction

Shingo Isobe is a prominent inventor based in Utsunomiya, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of image processing, holding a total of 17 patents. His work focuses on enhancing image quality and processing efficiency through innovative technologies.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents are an image processing apparatus and an image capturing apparatus. The image processing apparatus features a first generating unit that creates an attention map indicating regions with specific spatial frequencies from captured images. An outputting unit then utilizes this attention map to produce a second image, effectively reducing noise by employing a trained machine learning model. Additionally, the image capturing apparatus is designed to read signals from an image sensor in a specified region, allowing for controlled accumulation and readout processing based on user-defined settings. This apparatus also emphasizes contrast in the region of interest, enhancing the overall image quality.

Career Highlights

Shingo Isobe is currently employed at Canon Inc., a leading company in imaging and optical products. His role involves developing advanced technologies that push the boundaries of image processing and capturing techniques. His innovative approach has led to numerous advancements in the field, making him a key figure in the industry.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Shingo has collaborated with talented individuals such as Takayuki Kikuchi and Keisuke Hirai. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that has resulted in groundbreaking inventions and patents.

Conclusion

Shingo Isobe's contributions to image processing technology have established him as a notable inventor in his field. His innovative patents and work at Canon Inc. continue to influence advancements in imaging technology.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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