Abstract:
An image capturing system and methods of capturing images is provided. The system pairs an image sensor with a lighting element and light control components to improve image quality. The system further pairs one or more image sensor with one or more respective image focusing elements, thereby enabling the system to cover a variety of regions. Certain methods of the present invention include controlling light production and/or otherwise controlling when the sensor is exposed to light, what light the image sensor is exposed to, and which pathway the light must travel. By controlling light, the system and methods of the present invention controls image capture. Information availability is optimized and data processing is minimized by optimizing camera placement. Information reliability is optimized through routine assessment of the system and, when necessary, dynamically calibrating the system.