By Our Reporter
Canon Inc. has announced that during
seven matches of Rugby World Cup 2019, to be held from September 20 to November
2, the company will provide highlight footage created by the Free Viewpoint
Video System to the International Games Broadcast Services (IGBS). These video
highlights feature viewpoints and angles not possible with conventional
cameras, effectively conveying the thrill of such sports as rugby and
delivering an experience that feels like being right on the field.
Canon will create Free Viewpoint Video content during all
seven of the tournament matches to be held at the International Stadium
Yokohama. Captured video footage will be curated into highlight reels that
display the excitement and superb skill of each play from the ideal viewpoint
and angle. Generated video will be provided to IGBS, who will then distribute
the content to rights holders for broadcast, streaming, news, sports commentary
programs and other forms of content viewing. In addition, content will be made
available on the Canon homepage approximately 24 hours after the conclusion of
each match.
Canon has continued to refine such aspects of the Free
Viewpoint Video System as camera positioning, method of image capture,
image-processing algorithms and hardware to achieve higher image quality and
faster content generation workflows. The system is now capable of delivering
high-quality, newsworthy content to broadcasters and content distributors. With
the system, Canon is able to generate Free Viewpoint Video content and freely
control its time and positioning. This technological evolution has been
recognized by IGBS, thus laying the foundation for full-scale professional use
by broadcasters.
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