What is it?
Simply put, it makes your pictures better, much better. While there are many other camera apps, none are like Google Camera with HDR+. It not only improves dynamic range but noise and color rendition.
For more information, check out below XDA articles.
Google Camera with HDR+ Ported to Snapdragon 820/821 and 835 Devices
Google Camera HDR+ Port Updated with RAW Support, HDR Customization, and Major Bug Fixes
Where can I get it?
Please note that we get updates frequently and there are also modified version of BSG's ports.
For BSG's ports, @Kisakuku thankfully has been updating new versions on this thread with recommended settings.
For modified versions as well as BSG's ports, you may check @S4turno's own website here
Other resources
You might as well check out OP5 and OP3 thread as those are more active. You will notice their ongoing discussion is about touch focus not working. Lucky, we do not have such problems on LP1.
OP5
OP3
GCam_4.4.012.156195200-41155109_7.0H_CameraAPI2_Min_v2.2.apk
Has been running on my phone for the last 7 days, no issues whatsoever. Video/and slow-mo working. On other versions videos werent saving to the device.
With this camera 4pda.ru user B-S-G did a monstrous adaptation job!
For LOS 14.1 from Team Superluminal I use this version:
GCam_4.4.012.156195200_MI5S_MIUI_Android_7.0_PIXEL_II_XL_v.1.1
Never seen such beautiful and defined photos/videos on the Lex 720! Everything works! It's a pity that there is no manual mode, but to be an automatic camera does a really good job! Cheers!
I test miui version, pixel version, ecc ecc but video and slow motion, after start and stop record, no save file.
I use aicp last version with 3.3 kernel black screen
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I test miui version, pixel version, ecc ecc but video and slow motion, after start and stop record, no save file.
I use aicp last version with 3.3 kernel black screen
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Try the one I mentioned.
I tried all the versions that have been posted. it seems strange that I have this problem. perhaps it is the version of the Roma. photos are perfect and are saved without problem. but the video, once stopped, it seems that saves, but then on the gallery there is nothing. soon will be released a new version of the AICP see if I have this problem.
I have x727 on newest omni weekly:
Mod_GCam_4.4.012_MI5S_7.0H_Cam2API_Final_1.0.apk
works for everything, slow mo, lens blur
Note that different copies are expected to show different image quality, not just whether it works or not. The best way to test it is taking a shot of high DR scene and see noise level differences.
I see B-G-R is still working on fine tuning noise/detail performance. Too bad I cannot download directly from the site as it gives 404 error somehow. I can only hope @snowwolf725 to keep uploading it on AFH until the end.
In all, it is a game changer. The worst thing about LP1 and majority of Chinese phones are their low IQ. Google Camera HDR+ can fix that.
Do any of these have the snapdragon optimizations? I noticed that the paranoid release has the camera with snapdragon optimizations and taking photos is instantaneous.
For the lastest AICP, tried few included that you mentioned, but Slow Motion makes app crappy. What should I do?
I ran a simple test on 5 random different versions. Image quality differences were minimal to the point it may not be easily distinguishable on a phone screen but visible on 32inch 4k monitor.
Noticed differences were...
a. saturation - some were neutral while others were strong.
b. noise - some had stronger noise reduction applied which resulted in blotchy gradation with less detail.
I think there should be DR difference but my test setting was not suitable for that.
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Note that different copies are expected to show different image quality, not just whether it works or not. The best way to test it is taking a shot of high DR scene and see noise level differences.
I see B-G-R is still working on fine tuning noise/detail performance. Too bad I cannot download directly from the site as it gives 404 error somehow. I can only hope @snowwolf725 to keep uploading it on AFH until the end.
In all, it is a game changer. The worst thing about LP1 and majority of Chinese phones are their low IQ. Google Camera HDR+ can fix that.
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4PDA gives you 404 most likely because you are not registered at their forum board. Once you register, you can download directly without any problems.
I change rom from aicp to omni and the camera work good. Now video and slow motion save on sdcard.
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Do any of these work on the stock 21s X727 ?
edit: double post.
Link to new 2.1_AllinOne version:
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=673368273298982291
This is big improvement over previous ones. In settings, you can config camera - N6P, N6, N5X, PixelXL, NexusExp2016, NexusExp2017, ExpPixelXL. Also an option to save DNG files when taking HDR+ images, video stabilization, and many others. But there is a catch: it crashes once you go into the setting. I guess updated versions will hopefully fix this issue.
EDIT: It does not crash once you go into config camera setting and choose a phone model.
Hello
What config choose for Leeco Pro3?
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Hello
What config choose for Leeco Pro3?
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I was using nexus 6p but realized auto flash doesn't work on that profile. It didn't work on pixel XL profile either. I'm using nexus 6 profile now and everything seems to work.
Of note I'm using
MGCB_7.0H_C2API_Min_v.2.1_AllinOne+60fps+BurstOff.apk
Edit. Just updated to 3.0.3 (all in one) and it works on nexus 6p profile with auto flash working and burst mode working as well.
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I was using nexus 6p but realized auto flash doesn't work on that profile. It didn't work on pixel XL profile either. I'm using nexus 6 profile now and everything seems to work.
Of note I'm using
MGCB_7.0H_C2API_Min_v.2.1_AllinOne+60fps+BurstOff.apk
Edit. Just updated to 3.0.3 (all in one) and it works on nexus 6p profile with auto flash working and burst mode working as well.
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I don't see 3.03. where is it?..
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I don't see 3.03. where is it?..
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https://drive.google.com/drive/mobile/folders/0ByQSZtXbeaVpSVpaVnJoMEFibGs
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Hey just want to share this here
https://www.xda-developers.com/google-camera-hdr-ported/
I think this is awesome, bad sadly it wont work on my le pro 3, i guess it also needs some google camera libraries or framework stuff, i dont know im not really a developer. But if someone with knowledge could take a look that would be awesome. I had nexus 6p before pro 3, and i can assure you, hdr+ makes ridiculous difference.
Incogn said:
Hey just want to share this here
https://www.xda-developers.com/google-camera-hdr-ported/
I think this is awesome, bad sadly it wont work on my le pro 3, i guess it also needs some google camera libraries or framework stuff, i dont know im not really a developer. But if someone with knowledge could take a look that would be awesome. I had nexus 6p before pro 3, and i can assure you, hdr+ makes ridiculous difference.
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It needs Android 7.0 minimum.
Won't work on stock, but seems to work on Nougat custom ROMs.
Has anyone gotten this to work on LEX727 with custom rom? I have LineageOS 14.1. It complained that i have a builtin app by the same name and refused to install.
Well. Uninstall the camera app with the same name, or delete it thru twrp recovery . Before, make a backup of the app. Then install the new app. Done!
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Working on Omnirom. No workaround needed.
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Has anyone gotten this to work on LEX727 with custom rom? I have LineageOS 14.1. It complained that i have a builtin app by the same name and refused to install.
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Works fine on LOS 14.1. Had no problem installing with the same name built in camera app present.
Works on AICP though haven't tested it extensively.
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How are pictures captured by HDR+ in comparison with stock camera app?
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I was looking for this. Thanks. Now if they would add 60fos video
120fps slow-mo is working.
Video recording for more than 10 seconds is crashing for me on Omni with black screen kernel.
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Video recording for more than 10 seconds is crashing for me on Omni with black screen kernel.
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No problems with video for me, i have some that are 6 mins long. Paranoid android.
Works perfect with Resurrection remix
On my aicp rom the video start ok but no save file in memory.
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Camera has been honestly one of the weak points of this phone... This app makes all the difference. It went from poor-mediocre to iphone-fabulous.
XDA link only has one copy of the port while there are many other variants that are being updated.
Refer to my thread below for other versions.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/le-pro3/how-to/google-camera-hdr-b-s-g-port-version-t3659879
What version we need for x720?
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How are pictures captured by HDR+ in comparison with stock camera app?
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Although many camera share same sensors, image quality can be drastically different due to each company's processing know-how. Most of Chinese phones are known to have terrible camera for this reason.
Google is on opposite end of spectrum and their HDR+ does wonders especially in low-light or well lit situation. It overcomes not only processing but also sensor limitation by combining multiple shots in most efficient way. You get superior color rendition, low noise, high DR and more detail. There are many other HDR solutions but none like Google's. Though Google made its camera app public, HDR+ functionality was disabled for phones other than Nexus and Pixel series until this port.
Now, we not only got the working version of the port, the developer is aggressively fine tuning it further and further. There are dozens of copies already and once we find the one that works best for LP1, it will be a night and day difference.
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Check my thread linked above.
Hello. Can anyone upload samples with gcam hdr+ vs auto of another camera app?
there is some version to work well with 20s or 26s with enabled api2 ?
Hi,
Just got my G7 One and the only disappointment was the camera. It is horrible out of the box. Horrible after updates.
So I found a Gcam port that works on my phone.
The difference in quality, performance and function is insanely better.
I tried a few APK's. This one runs beautifully, without any force closes or errors with my use so far.
Found it in another xda forum for the g7 thinq
https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g7-thinq/themes/app-google-camera-gcam-lg-g7-thinq-t3855081
It's the first one listed.
That's great news. I just bought this phone from Koodo, waiting for it to arrive. What's the camera launch speed like? What about focus speed?
They both launch incredibly quickly. However, the Gcam, to me, seems to focus and react faster in every situation.
The stock cam gimmick AI cam can't tell something is not a hotdog.
The flags and settings in Gcam are a bit intimidating. You can do a lot of customization and tweaking.
Gcam is overall more intuitive, flexible, and capable.
Oh, and you can disable the shutter sound in Gcam. Not possible on the stock app.
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They both launch incredibly quickly. However, the Gcam, to me, seems to focus and react faster in every situation.
The stock cam gimmick AI cam can't tell something is not a hotdog.
The flags and settings in Gcam are a bit intimidating. You can do a lot of customization and tweaking.
Gcam is overall more intuitive, flexible, and capable.
Oh, and you can disable the shutter sound in Gcam. Not possible on the stock app.
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The low light pics are good for me with the stock cam app
I'm glad you have had a positive experience.
I did not have that experience.
The first pics I took were low light and they looked like a 90s webcam was used... I'm only slightly exaggerating. That's what set me on the search for a different app.
Daytime pics seem ok. And the stock app does have some potential if they can get the AI cam to work.
But, this is my subjective opinion and experience.
Open camera is pretty cool too.
Hey Professorbondo, you mention its the first one at that link, but I'm assuming the first one has changed now (its a v6.1 apk). Do you recall the file name for it? Is it still working well for you? thanks in advance!
I installed the latest one for normal camera (rather than the one with normal/wide angle):
LGN1_MGC_6.1.021_MI8_V1d.apk (cstark27, 2018-12-15, Normal angle only)
Definitely better than the stock one from LG. <But I am keeping the LG one around ... It is good for quick snapshots.>
However, there is no option to save the photos to SD card on this GCam, which may be problematic with our 32G internal storage. (I guess that is because the Pixels don't have SD card?)
EDIT: One flaw found - when Camera is invoked from Google Hangouts, it will not take pictures. (Pressing either on-screen button or vol button did nothing.)
Also noted occasional slow shutter response when used as standalone app, and it takes longer to be ready after a shot is taken. (This last is know issue with the Pixel's Cam ... guess it takes time to do post-processing.)
thanks for the heads up!
i chose the normal lens one as suggested in the previous post and have been quite impressed with the camera thus far. it feels a touch laggy at times but i don't take many pictures so it's not a huge deal and may just be perceptual on my end. low light performance is pretty impressive and the gcam app definitely feels like a big improvement on the stock camera app. cheers!
For anyone that comes across this thread, a well working gcam port for LG G7 ONE is linked here https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=79719119&postcount=326
Head's up!
All BSG Builds for Mi 9 SE are 100% compatible with our LG G7 One (LM-Q910UM) device!
For now, this is the latest APK Build:
https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/cfiles/gcm1/MGC_6.2.030_MI9SE_V4_plus2.apk
BSG Builds:
https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/dev-bsg/
No need for configuration file (XML).
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Can someone please help share the stock camera APK?
This is not the right place to ask for that, I think, but I would be happy to share the LG G7 One stock camera APK.
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Can someone please help share the stock camera APK?
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Hey @harysviewty,
I don't remember my old account and made this new one but I am having trouble sharing with you the download link.
Check out GoFile.io and add this after /?c=RfaVww
Who use Gcam on Android 10? Which version fit to G7 One?
Gcam_6.1.021_Advanced_V1.6-Fu24_5Lens-02c2-A10.apk
story1991 said:
Who use Gcam on Android 10? Which version fit to G7 One?
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I'm using this version with config:
APK file: Gcam 6.1 https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/changelog1277/
Configs file of G7 Thinq: https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/configs-fu24-01/
MIUI10 Camera Port for Custom Pie ROMs (AOSP/LOS) for Xiaomi devices.
This thread specifically designed for Polaris, therefore bug reports, comments and questions must only refer to this device.
Original thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/poco-f1/themes/port-t3879357
Instructions for Use:
Download according to your preferences (builds from AEonAX or Luffitys) from https://camera.aeonax.com/#predownloads only if they are tagged as "Device: All Devices".
Install the Unity Zip via Magisk if you have it, Install via TWRP only if you don't have Magisk
Keep a note of the release you will be using, for issue discussion etc.
Enjoy
IMPORTANT NOTE
There are currently two DEVs making builds: @AEonAX and Luffitys.
AEonAX - Owns a POCO, Makes builds with Lots of features and Bugs
Luffitys - Owns a MI8, Makes Debloated Version, with Lots of features removed and Less bugs due to feature removal. He is not on XDA
Choose a version as per your liking, try both.
Featureset:
960fps Works
240fps Works. You might need to use GPhotos to visualize, depending on your Gallery app
Photo Works
Square Works
Panorama Works
Manual Mode Works
Portrait Mode
Night Mode
4K EIS
Dynamics Shots
Studio Lighting
MiMoji Mode
AntiFeatureset:
Portrait Mode (works for some)
120fps
AI Mode (works for me/Depending on the scene)
960FPS doesn't record in left Landscape, try right landscape
PE CAF buggy, therefore not supported, Don't contact ROM Dev, Don't contact me too
Donation link to the original developer: https://www.paypal.me/XEonAX
Special Thanks to @CodeElixir for his work with lib modding and fixes shutter button bug
LogCat are required to help, Solutions will also be very much appreciated.
Make sure to join the Telegram Group Chat for this Project for updates and issue resolution. Updates on XDA maybe delayed.
People asking about EIS:
It is only available at 30fps, please don't ask about 1k60fps or 4k60fps, currently it won't be possible.
Regarding bug fixes:
Below you can find bug reports regarding all supported devices, besides our device (polaris):
https://github.com/XEonAX/ANXCamera10/issues
Please do check there before reporting any possible duplicated bug.
Bug resolutions are also very welcomed.
There is an abandoned alpha release for Oreo at https://github.com/XEonAX/ANXMiuiCamera9/tree/master/out
If anyone interested to bring it to working condition please contact @AEonAX
Some extra useful information by AEonAX:
To Learn How to Port MiuiCamera join this https://t.me/ANXCameraLivePort
and watch this porting videos recorded livestream at https://mega.nz/#F!sGx0US5B!hXy30KunCOjmVmZ7kUMW3g
or https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKwynvsh3Ed3zMZHwJCiaP8n-gHzhXUCA
My involvement was an initial stages of the project to bring the compatibility to Polaris device, but credits go to AEonAX, Luffitys and all involved collaborators that supported this project to evolve and keep updated constantly
XDA:DevDB Information
ANXCamera - Mimojis [12th July 2019], Device Specific App for the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S
Contributors
mustang_ssc, AEonAX, pi4a7a, Luffitys, abhishek987, amog787, psygarden
Source Code: https://github.com/XEonAX/ANXCamera/tree/cepheus9.6.27
Version Information
Status: Beta
Beta Release Date: 2019-01-25
Created 2019-01-18
Last Updated 2019-08-20
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Do you have any sample photos?
In theory, this let us use aosp roms but still enjoy xiaomi images processing ie same quality photos as stock?
Thkans a lot! I've flashed it on Pixel Experience rom and everything went fine. Appart from a few freezes in portrait mode, I had no bugs so far. :good:
Works perfect on lineage-16.0-20190109 with MiPa Kernel [19.01.19] - no freezes here
DessertDevice said:
Do you have any sample photos?
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A bit late bit here it is (attached)
Shot with night mode.
SWEUP said:
In theory, this let us use aosp roms but still enjoy xiaomi images processing ie same quality photos as stock?
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Not as easy unfortunately. The camera HAL, which in stock ROMs use to be always better, normally decreases quality on photos for custom ROMs not based on stock.
Also the custom camera blobs used on custom ROMs use to have less quality.
In any case not sure how much this facts still apply since Treble integration.
To summary: i didn't do a comparison between stock and custom ROMs using miuicam but i did with both using gcam, same conditions and parameters, results were the same/very similar.
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A bit late bit here it is (attached)
Shot with night mode.
Not as easy unfortunately. The camera HAL, which in stock ROMs use to be always better, normally decreases quality on photos for custom ROMs not based on stock.
Also the custom camera blobs used on custom ROMs use to have less quality.
In any case not sure how much this facts still apply since Treble integration.
To summary: i didn't do a comparison between stock and custom ROMs using miuicam but i did with both using gcam, same conditions and parameters, results were the same/very similar.
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Thanks, do you experience that cameras are "snappy"? Are they crashing under some circumstances or are there lots of features that doesn't work?
Crashes when I try to take a picture or video on Pixel Experience GSI Rom.
Does it benefit from using dual camera? Is there 2x optical zoom option using second camera?
Everything work perfect in Pixel Experience. Bye gcam
I used it with LineageOS. It worked fine, but my QR scanner doesn't find the camera as it tries to open the original Snap camera app, which isn't able to connect to the camera anymore.
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Does it benefit from using dual camera? Is there 2x optical zoom option using second camera?
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Yes. It utilizes both camera's. 2x optical zoom works. And portrait mode also works.
I did have a bit of a bug with the second camera freezing, causing the app to crash when 2x optical or portrait was selected. But that was fixed after a reboot of my phone.
I am running Pixel Experience.
M1chiel said:
I used it with LineageOS. It worked fine, but my QR scanner doesn't find the camera as it tries to open the original Snap camera app, which isn't able to connect to the camera anymore.
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I got this solved with the help of the developer in the Telegram group. This is how: I opened the file ANXCameraMagisk_5.OldShamefulAnt.zip and deleted the lib folder in /system in the zip on my PC (it didn't work on my phone), reflashed it in Magisk and now the stock camera works again and so does the external QR code reader. Also the Miui Camera kept working after a short glitch when I tried the first time.
M1chiel said:
I got this solved with the help of the developer in the Telegram group. This is how: I opened the file ANXCameraMagisk_5.OldShamefulAnt.zip and deleted the lib folder in /system in the zip on my PC (it didn't work on my phone), reflashed it in Magisk and now the stock camera works again and so does the external QR code reader. Also the Miui Camera kept working after a short glitch when I tried the first time.
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I found that portrait mode doesn't work anymore after that mod. Did you try that as well?
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I found that portrait mode doesn't work anymore after that mod. Did you try that as well?
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Same here. So I use Gcam for pics and the miui ported cam for video.
Anyone got it working on a GSI rom?
I can make short videos. And change all settings. But as soon as I try to take a picture, the app crashes to homescreen.
Adding a logcat: Logcat of error on Pixel Experience GSI
Rom in question
Do continuous shootings work? One thing wich is holding me back from switching to AOSP Roms. Every Mod i tried so far can just make a picture for each press of the button but not shoot until i release the button
EnormoDerClown said:
Do continuous shootings work? One thing wich is holding me back from switching to AOSP Roms. Every Mod i tried so far can just make a picture for each press of the button but not shoot until i release the button
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I just tried and can confirm burst shoot works.
Thanks!
Just switched to AOSP. Anyone else having problems taking photos within WhatsApp? Just took one and WhatsApp is really laggy after that
Is there any way to have an apk of the miui cam to install it on a custom rom?
TheBolshe said:
Is there any way to have an apk of the miui cam to install it on a custom rom?
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You can use ANX Camera.
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TheBolshe said:
Is there any way to have an apk of the miui cam to install it on a custom rom?
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MIUI Cam is trash! Get a Google Cam (Wyroczen's 7.3v2)
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th1nd said:
MIUI Cam is trash! Get a Google Cam (Wyroczen's 7.3v2)
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Yea Well right now it doesn't seem to be very functional for photos
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Yea Well right now it doesn't seem to be very functional for photos
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You have to find the right config file, makes the difference between 12meg pics and 3meg. I went through 10 different camera apks and 30 different config files till I found one that has working EIS.
wang1chung said:
You have to find the right config file, makes the difference between 12meg pics and 3meg. I went through 10 different camera apks and 30 different config files till I found one that has working EIS.
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What APK und confog file did you end up with?
AlPai said:
What APK und confog file did you end up with?
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TrCamera v7 with Deneb XML
wang1chung said:
You have to find the right config file, makes the difference between 12meg pics and 3meg. I went through 10 different camera apks and 30 different config files till I found one that has working EIS.
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I may disagree with you, slightly. While MIUI camera isn't really great, it isn't trash.
I've also gone through quite a few gcams and configs. It's a hassle for the average user. Not all sensors work great on all configs. Also, sometimes not all modes work good. HDR+ enhanced may improve details (especially for macro and ultrawide), but it takes longer time and introduces some artifacts in some instances.
On the other end, MIUI camera takes instantaneous shots that look good on most occasions.
If you ask me, the average experience is the same in both cameras, one compensates for the other's shortcomings.
For anyone interested, wyroczen's 6.1 reborn has bufferfix even for non-rooted devices. And builds based on gcam 7.3 are mostly stable and capable of utilizing all sensors. Configs differ in number of stacked photos, color reproduction and detail/noise processing, and it's mostly a matter of taste, you can even make your own.
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I may disagree with you, slightly. While MIUI camera isn't really great, it isn't trash.
I've also gone through quite a few gcams and configs. It's a hassle for the average user. Not all sensors work great on all configs. Also, sometimes not all modes work good. HDR+ enhanced may improve details (especially for macro and ultrawide), but it takes longer time and introduces some artifacts in some instances.
On the other end, MIUI camera takes instantaneous shots that look good on most occasions.
If you ask me, the average experience is the same in both cameras, one compensates for the other's shortcomings.
For anyone interested, wyroczen's 6.1 reborn has bufferfix even for non-rooted devices. And builds based on gcam 7.3 are mostly stable and capable of utilizing all sensors. Configs differ in number of stacked photos, color reproduction and detail/noise processing, and it's mostly a matter of taste, you can even make your own.
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Don't get me wrong, the stock MIUI camera is ideal in terms of functionality, ease of use and quality, but if you're not running the stock ROM, the alternatives are decent. I have one app for video with EIS, one for night time shots and one for pics. Slightly inconvenient to switch around, but it's a small price to pay to run an unmolested AOSP A10 GSI ROM.
wang1chung said:
Don't get me wrong, the stock MIUI camera is ideal in terms of functionality, ease of use and quality, but if you're not running the stock ROM, the alternatives are decent. I have one app for video with EIS, one for night time shots and one for pics. Slightly inconvenient to switch around, but it's a small price to pay to run an unmolested AOSP A10 GSI ROM.
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That's exactly my point, glad we're on the same page
In order to compensate for stock camera performance, you'll go through a lot of trouble, which is why a good stock camera port should also be an option.
As for me, when i used AOSP, I'd add a lot of mods through xposed and magisk. MIUI already has them so I guess this time I will pass.
As a number of people have commented here-- be aware that the MIUI 12 stock cam produces DRAMATICALLY better photos that MIUI 11 did, particularly in indoor/low light situations. The results rival Gcam, without the fuss. And MIUI 12 itself is very good.
UPDATE 2022.02.26_GCam 8.1
This 8.1 version of Gcam works very well out of the box (aux cameras, video. Night mode etc etc)
Arnova8G2: Gcam-8.1.101.build-V6.2.211013
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The app crashes only in video rallenty mode.
I changed the 7.4 version below with 8.1 above.
Hi guys, I tried a lot of gcams, finally I found one that works well with 99% of features.
https://1-dontsharethislink.celsoazevedo.com/file/filesc/NGCam_7.4.104-v2.0_eng.apk
I attach the config file by myself.
Only bug is video recording with aux cameras.
If someone found a better setting or a better combo (gcam+setting), please reply to this post
Does it make the camera better?
yes, really better. With the HDR+ Auto (non advanced), shots are also more quick than stock (that is really slow to be honest). The overall quality is very better, and night mode, potrait mode, astrography etc etc are a considerable plus. This are two shots made during this reply. IMG file is the Gcam, DCIM is Sony (1x cam, no adjustment, all auto).
the right one is with Gcam?
HIXPERIA said:
the right one is with Gcam?
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yes, but this is only an example. In outdoor or dark conditions there is a lot of difference.
alonzimanuel said:
Hi guys, I tried a lot of gcams, finally I found one that works well with 99% of features.
https://1-dontsharethislink.celsoazevedo.com/file/filesc/NGCam_7.4.104-v2.0_eng.apk
I attach the config file by myself.
Only bug is video recording with aux cameras.
If someone found a better setting or a better combo (gcam+setting), please reply to this post
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Video works for me for all 3 cameras. I didn't install the config though, just went to settings -> Advanced -> Auxiliary cameras -> added 3 cameras and assigned appropriate samsung tree icons . After initial crash, it's working fine
bimjunk said:
Video works for me for all 3 cameras. I didn't install the config though, just went to settings -> Advanced -> Auxiliary cameras -> added 3 cameras and assigned appropriate samsung tree icons . After initial crash, it's working fine
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Well! The aux not working in video in original post was because I had the video stabilization on. Talking about photos, have you seen any colour balance difference between the cameras?
alonzimanuel said:
Well! The aux not working in video in original post was because I had the video stabilization on. Talking about photos, have you seen any colour balance difference between the cameras?
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Yes, and focus goes in and out...stock camera focussing is spot on, for now, using the stock
The focus is good for me, better than stock, expecially in LL condition. Try my config disabling video stab.
I'm seriously considering getting this phone. Can anybody post more samples from GCam?
alonzimanuel said:
Hi guys, I tried a lot of gcams, finally I found one that works well with 99% of features.
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Hello, are you able to shot in RAW mode? That is Raw+Jpg?
thanks!
Yes, you can shot in raw+jpeg
I upload the last config file:
-the video stab. Is disabled because video capture with aux freeze the app.
-every gcam 7 feature is working well
-colors are quite different switching cameras, I suppose there's a little settings to do well. But this difference is already present in the stock camera app.
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Yes, you can shot in raw+jpeg
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You are right, it just saves the RAW files in a different folder (Picture\RAW), that's why I wasn't able to see them!
Do you know if it's possible to save them in the same folder of the JPGs?
No I don't know, I just haven't this kind of need yet.
A little bit offtopic because I did not try GCam yet, but my 10iii arrived yesterday and the pictures (same objects, auto-mode, sony app & opencamera) are im comparison to my 4 year old XZ1c smaller in resolution and size (1,4mb vs 5,8mb) and quality almost as bad as the xz1c. Highest resolution I can set is 12MP in the settings. Are there any settings I have overseen? Or do I have to send it back and buy the Zenfone 8 although I loved Xperia phones since years?
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A little bit offtopic because I did not try GCam yet, but my 10iii arrived yesterday and the pictures (same objects, auto-mode, sony app & opencamera) are im comparison to my 4 year old XZ1c smaller in resolution and size (1,4mb vs 5,8mb) and quality almost as bad as the xz1c. Highest resolution I can set is 12MP in the settings. Are there any settings I have overseen? Or do I have to send it back and buy the Zenfone 8 although I loved Xperia phones since years?
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I bought this phone at launch. And I will never change with a zenphone 8. I'm very happy with this phone and every update Sony made has solved a problem. I love it. So to come back on topic try the gcam in this post with the last setting.
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I bought this phone at launch. And I will never change with a zenphone 8. I'm very happy with this phone and every update Sony made has solved a problem. I love it. So to come back on topic try the gcam in this post with the last setting.
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Thanks, I just tried your GCam with the latest xml. Might be the best app for 10iii, shutter is quicker than stock, white balance and colors as well, but still the results are awful for a phone from 2021 if you compare it to the xz1c-pictures attached. I don't get it why Sony builts really good cameras (I'm on Canon, but anyway..) and the ones in their phones are bad. After 11 years Xperia-phones I'll go for the Zenfone now
alonzimanuel said:
I upload the last config file:
-the video stab. Is disabled because video capture with aux freeze the app.
-every gcam 7 feature is working well
-colors are quite different switching cameras, I suppose there's a little settings to do well. But this difference is already present in the stock camera app.
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Thanks a bunch for the all done config, but it was not obvious how to import it.
See https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/settings09/ and follow instructions for GCam 7.x
HI! can I post here the pictures I made with the factory camera, is that all right?