Input apparatus for image

Abstract

An input apparatus for image according to the present invention can be set to a digital camera in a simplified manner without requiring program transfer, and can simply set operations of various input modes and operation procedures, and further can improve operation property. A format list prepared in an external apparatus is inputted into a main control section (104) through an I/F section (107), and is recorded in a recording section (105). A processing section (131) in the main control section (104) analyzes the format list, and automatically changes to an input mode indicated by a tag for inputting in the order of description to allow a user to input necessary information. An operator ensures an operation for inputting corresponding to each input mode following a request only by performing the operation for inputting for an operation section (106). The format list completed with the operation for inputting can be transmitted to an external apparatus through the I/F section (107). The external apparatus can obtain requiring input data following the format list after the completion thereof.

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