Image processing method and apparatus

摘要

An image processing method and apparatus for encoding and decoding image and sound data in which sound or other data is imprinted into key frame images. In encoding, an image input unit receives a first image and a second image (key frames). A matching processor performs a pixel-by-pixel matching between the images and transmits a corresponding point file to an imprinting unit. Sound data acquired by a sound input unit are also transmitted to the imprinting unit. The corresponding point file and the sound data are imprinted into the first image and an altered first image is generated. In decoding, the corresponding point file and sound data are extracted, the corresponding point file is used to generate intermediate images between the key frames to provide a motion picture, and the sound data is reproduced in synchronization with the motion picture.