Disable Camera Noise and Best Settings? - Motorola Droid and Milestone General

Anyone know how to disable the camera noises? I tried an app called silent snap but it didnt work? Also anyone got some advise on how to get the best out of the camera - settings that get us better images? For a 5mp camera ive been pretty disappointed with the camera results!

As I know, change your volume to silence , there will be no Camera sounds. Try that.

You can delete or rename the file /system/media/audio/ui/camera_click.ogg to get rid of the shutter sound...but you'll still get that beep sound when you focus.
So the best solution is probably to use the silent or vibrate profiles.

To silence the camera (including the focus beep!) I use Sound Manager from the Market. I set System Volume to the lowest. All other phone sounds that I care about work fine under this setting. I set it up to schedule zero system volume at 8AM every day. That way if the setting "falls off", it will fix itself regularly.

I bought camera360 pro..and I am happy with it
Attached the sample.. it captured with lomo cyan effect directly from milestone using camera360pro app
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I think he's not talking about sounds! He means the "noise" of the picture, like the red pixels in night photos....
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I was referring to the camera start and shutter sound. I was also hoping that people might post any settings they use to get the best out of their pictures

cmstlist said:
To silence the camera (including the focus beep!) I use Sound Manager from the Market. I set System Volume to the lowest. All other phone sounds that I care about work fine under this setting. I set it up to schedule zero system volume at 8AM every day. That way if the setting "falls off", it will fix itself regularly.
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Worked for other things on my phone, but didn't not effect the focus beep at all. I have heard it is intentionally built to not be able to be disabled. It's quite loud too. Most be something in the OS or camera operating system that could disable it though.

Androidiani's open recovery has a hack to disable camera shutter sound.
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This!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
leobg said:
Androidiani's open recovery has a hack to disable camera shutter sound.
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Davidozzo87 said:
I think he's not talking about sounds! He means the "noise" of the picture, like the red pixels in night photos....
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Noise from high ISO shots are usually a problem with the sensor. You can use one of the alternative camera apps out there that might use less compression, but in the end noise from dark photos comes from the fact that this is:
a) a tiny sensor
b) a terrible sensor
c) the camera just isn't built for low light shots.
some software out there like Adobe Lightroom or Apple Aperture or even Noise Ninja are excellent at noise reduction. That's pretty much all you can do. As a dSLR shooter, I know I have to push ISOs sometimes and just hope for the best....

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Camera app for N1 with shutter speet setting

Hello,
N1 camera is cool except one thing - it does not allow adjust shutter speed. So especially now in winter in mountains all my photos are very dark which is a pity as otherwise the quality is fairly good.
I was trying to search for any camera app that would allow shutter speed adjustment but did not find any.
Does anyone know about any good app and / or why this setting is not there by default? It cannot be so difficult to implement - every cheap camera has it...
Thank you very much.
is this even possible? If it is I'm sure your Nexus would need to be rooted
I'd take the ability to spot-meter as a substitute. Sometimes I want to expose the foreground and let the sky, or whatever, be overexposed. The camera doesn't seem to do that as it stands.

Camera Settings

So since the update the stock camera (for me at least) has been much better. I used to use Camera Zoom FX but i deleted it and use the stock since it's easier to switch between camcorder/still shots and i can actually mute the shutter sound.
But as I was playing with it I randomly noticed that you have to use 6MP to get a full screen shot, vs. with 8MP it's kind of centered in the screen. I also noticed in another thread someone mentioned using the 'ok' button on the keyboard could help force the camera to focus vs. waiting for its slow zoom in/out routine. This kind of sparked my interest to what settings does everyone use to get the best pics? Do you still use 3rd Party Apps? Any tips/tricks you use? It's my main camera since i don't own a separate digital camera so any input is welcome
....you can zoom in and out with the volume control buttons.
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awesome man thanks i'll try it out

Poor focusing in the dark?

We all know how rubbish the photos captured with the HTC One in the dark are (in terms of focusing)- the photos appear fuzzy and blurry. This is because, unlike other phones, for some odd reason, there is no "light-assisted" focus.
Does anyone know of a way to modify the camera app or any other way to force light assisted focus when taking photos in the dark?
arsi123 said:
We all know how rubbish the photos captured with the HTC One in the dark are (in terms of focusing)- the photos appear fuzzy and blurry. This is because, unlike other phones, for some odd reason, there is no "light-assisted" focus.
Does anyone know of a way to modify the camera app or any other way to force light assisted focus when taking photos in the dark?
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if you install Venom rom you can turn on the flashlight from the dropdown and then go to camera and take a picture, works for me...let me know if it works for you.
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if you install Venom rom you can turn on the flashlight from the dropdown and then go to camera and take a picture, works for me...let me know if it works for you.
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I'd much rather prefer to stick with my current ROM (RGUI) to be honest. Isn't there any other way?
Thanks for your response though.
Is there not an option in RGUI to put a flashlight toggle in the EQS? That would have the same effect.
postfatal said:
Is there not an option in RGUI to put a flashlight toggle in the EQS? That would have the same effect.
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I can't seem to find such an option?
EDIT: Camera doesn't open with the flashlight turned on.
I'm confused as to how the camera is poor at focusing on the dark when the sensor inherently picks up more light? When I was doing some tests for another thread on low light issues I was always able to focus quite easily in the middle of the night because the sensor let's you see a lot of features in the frame to focus on (more than other camera phones I've used at least). I know that you're not the only one bringing up this matter but I'm genuinely confused about how this is an issue for people. Have you changed camera settings or are you using a different ROM?
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[Q] Best manual mode settings for everyday shots?

HI, guys. I have a new Z1 on the way. I have read and seen comparisons that claim that the auto modes introduce a lot of noise and that, while the camera is capable of great shots, the software often lets it down.
I'm wondering if anyone can tell me what the best manual settings are to use. I know they will be different for each setting (dark settings, etc.), but is there a go-to group of manual settings that you use most of the time rather than superior auto?
Thanks!
greyhulk said:
HI, guys. I have a new Z1 on the way. I have read and seen comparisons that claim that the auto modes introduce a lot of noise and that, while the camera is capable of great shots, the software often lets it down.
I'm wondering if anyone can tell me what the best manual settings are to use. I know they will be different for each setting (dark settings, etc.), but is there a go-to group of manual settings that you use most of the time rather than superior auto?
Thanks!
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In manual mode you must stop breathing to not shake the device and capture best detailed photo with less or no noise.
You can also disable flash and use exposure to capture bright photos without flashlight.
You can select manual ISO, which is for light sensitivity. Or....
The ISO number is how sensitive to light the camera
is. It's descended from film cameras, then it would be
how sensitive the chemicals were. The higher the ISO
setting the more light your camera picks up, useful
for low light conditions. However, as the ISOs get
higher so does the amount of 'noise' (visible pixels
that aren't supposed to be there) on your photos. It's
up to you to decide what's a suitable level of noise
and how sensitive you need your camera for each
particular photo.
in other terms
The ISO function sets the light sensitivity of the
camera's image sensor (this is similar to the speed
rating of film. The higher the ISO, the more sensitive
the image sensor and therefore the possibility to take
pictures in low-light situations.
If you find the camera is using a shutter speed that is
too slow (1/60 sec. and slower) to handhold the
camera steady and shake-free then you might select
the next higher ISO which will then allow you to
select a faster shutter speed.
F-stop is the measure of the aperture setting on a
lens. The greater the number, the less light it allows
in, which means the aperture gets smaller, making the
depth-of-field more extensive.
f_u_006 said:
In manual mode you must stop breathing to not shake the device and capture best detailed photo with less or no noise.
You can also disable flash and use exposure to capture bright photos without flashlight.
You can select manual ISO, which is for light sensitivity. Or....
....
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We can edit the aperture? HOW??
aooga said:
We can edit the aperture? HOW??
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LOL, we can't edit aperture and this guide was not only for Xperia Z1 's manual mode but every camera is.
f_u_006 said:
LOL, we can't edit aperture and this guide was not only for Xperia Z1 's manual mode but every camera is.
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Thought so. I was excited for a minute.
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Thought so. I was excited for a minute.
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Hope you didn't had a heartattack!

Unlocked Note 9 Camera Shutter Sound Off

For those of us with the unlocked Note 9, and have noticed that there is no option to turn off camera shutter sound, there is an easy way. Using Good Lock 2018 with the Routines plugin you can set the camera app to launch with system sound at 0. That super loud clack sound had to go. I believe you can also use the Sound Assistant to set individual app sound levels which would permanently set camera to system sound 0 also. Just an FYI.
shag_on_e said:
For those of us with the unlocked Note 9, and have noticed that there is no option to turn off camera shutter sound, there is an easy way. Using Good Lock 2018 with the Routines plugin you can set the camera app to launch with system sound at 0. That super loud clack sound had to go. I believe you can also use the Sound Assistant to set individual app sound levels which would permanently set camera to system sound 0 also. Just an FYI.
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This is a great idea! How do you automatically change the volume setting back to how it was or on once done with the camera app?
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If you use the Routines plugin in Good Lock 2018 it will switch to no system volume then immediately back. It's critical that you use either Routines or some other automated system because the alarm won't sound. In Routines click the +, name your routine, click add condition, choose Launch an Application, then click the underline, choose Camera, then click Add Action, choose Sound Mode, then click the underline, then you can choose volume levels for all sound types(Media, Notification, System, and Ringtone. System is the one you set to 0. Then save and it will switch to 0 then back every time you use the camera.
shag_on_e said:
For those of us with the unlocked Note 9, and have noticed that there is no option to turn off camera shutter sound, there is an easy way. Using Good Lock 2018 with the Routines plugin you can set the camera app to launch with system sound at 0. That super loud clack sound had to go. I believe you can also use the Sound Assistant to set individual app sound levels which would permanently set camera to system sound 0 also. Just an FYI.
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And why would you want to do this: making a picture without the "clicking"-sound?
Upskirt and stalker pictures with ninja stealth. Joking aside, it is annoying. It is like skeuomorphistic design but with sound. I can understand the legality I some countries but at least let us change the sound.
You can simply change your volume settings to mute or vibrate, that disables the camera sound temporarily if needed. Just use your volume rocker or select mute/vibrate in your quick toggles.
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If you use the Routines plugin in Good Lock 2018 it will switch to no system volume then immediately back. It's critical that you use either Routines or some other automated system because the alarm won't sound. In Routines click the +, name your routine, click add condition, choose Launch an Application, then click the underline, choose Camera, then click Add Action, choose Sound Mode, then click the underline, then you can choose volume levels for all sound types(Media, Notification, System, and Ringtone. System is the one you set to 0. Then save and it will switch to 0 then back every time you use the camera.
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I did this and my issue is once you exit the app, the Ringtone volume does not revert to previous setting (full volume).
I put together a little app that mutes the camera sounds for my own use if you want to give it a try? Basically, all it does is, when you launch the camera the system sound drops to 0, then when you exit the camera it goes back up to what it was originally set to, much the same as previously mentioned.
Download, install, go to your app drawer and look for Camera muted, click on it once (nothing will launch), this will set your system volume to 0, reset your system volume to what you want. From now on everytime you launch the camera it should automatically do what I mentioned at the beginning.
https://to.padlad.com/cammute
On a side note, if you want the camera sounds back, just uninstall the app.
padlad, I've tried to check your app, but it doesn't start at all. Also I get no error messages whatsoever. Are you still working on the app? The phone is from a local carrier.
Edit: Also on the "Why in the 1st place? - As a long term DSLR user, this sound is just offensive to the community. They should've thought/asked better prior mimicking it this way.
blankcat said:
padlad, I've tried to check your app, but it doesn't start at all. Also I get no error messages whatsoever. Are you still working on the app? The phone is from a local carrier.
Edit: Also on the "Why in the 1st place? - As a long term DSLR user, this sound is just offensive to the community. They should've thought/asked better prior mimicking it this way.
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Try this one, same as above but when you 'click' the app a flash message will pop up. No need to reset your system volume manually. Install, 'click' or 'open' camera mute (you should only need to do it once), then open the stock camera and it should be silent when you use it, If shutter sounds are still present, close the camera app and reopen it, the shutter sounds should now be silent. Good luck :good:
https://to.padlad.com/cammute2
The latest update has a switch for shutter sound in the camera settings
stealthl said:
The latest update has a switch for shutter sound in the camera settings
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Depends on your location and local laws
in UK you can't disable sound via settings
stealthl said:
The latest update has a switch for shutter sound in the camera settings
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Are you in the US ? Specifically would be for the the T-Mobile
naruto.ninjakid said:
Are you in the US ? Specifically would be for the the T-Mobile
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Yes, unlocked on Sprint
Thank you but.... the pop-up says says sounds should be disabled, yet the camera app works and sounds as before. Should I reboot after the install?
And I haven't had updates in around a week, but I doubt it that they will remove the sounds from Samsung for the EU. It's about laws, not user preference.
Is your app SoC related? Because mine runs the Exynos.
For now the only good option is to lover or mute the System sounds from the settings menu.
blankcat said:
Thank you but.... the pop-up says says sounds should be disabled, yet the camera app works and sounds as before. Should I reboot after the install?
And I haven't had updates in around a week, but I doubt it that they will remove the sounds from Samsung for the EU. It's about laws, not user preference.
Is your app SoC related? Because mine runs the Exynos.
For now the only good option is to lover or mute the System sounds from the settings menu.
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Try opening the camera app again and trying. I've noticed when first installed, and enabled, the camera app still makes the shutter sounds, but when you exit the camera app and then launch it again the shutter sounds are silent (that's for the updated app I posted) .
Yep, still not working. Not after restarting, not after closing and opening app.
If you use Automagic, then this flow seems to work:
https://automagic4android.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=1915&p=6260
If you turn System Volume down, it also disables the shutter sound, and it doesn't effect alarms or ringtones.

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