Apparatus and method for processing three dimensional image on multi-layer display

An apparatus of processing images for a multi-layer display, comprising:

• wherein said apparatus is configured for receiving an input image;
• wherein said apparatus is configured for calculating original depth information for an object based on the received input image;
• a depth information conversion unit configured for converting said original depth information for said object;
• wherein said apparatus is configured for determining a first range across a plurality of displays layers said object is displayed based on said virtual depth information, wherein said first range is between a first display and a second display layer of a plurality of display layers;
• and
• a color information conversion unit configured for adjusting color information of said object based on said virtual depth information to provide first and second output color information to said first and second display layers.

A method of processing images for a multi-layer display using an image processing apparatus, the method comprising:

• receiving an input image;
• calculating original depth information for an object based on the received input image;
• converting said original depth information into virtual depth information for said object;
• determining a first range across a plurality of displays layers said object is displayed based on said virtual depth information, wherein said first range is between a first display and a second display layer of a plurality of display layers;
• and
• adjusting color information of said object based on said virtual depth information to provide output color information to said first and second display layers.