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Modded Google Cam on Mix 2

Created this thread to share working settings for our Mix 2 + IMX 386 on the latest Modded Google Cam. Feel free to share your working setups for Google Cam
Version Google Cam V4.0
ROM: Xiaomi.eu 9.22
Settings: See picture attachments below
What doesnt work:
HDR+ with Flash On
Autofocus
Tap to focus
Manual Focus Fix:
Swipe left to go into video mode and tap to focus before going back into picture mode

It have the same main camera sensor as Mi 6 which also do not have autofocus and touch to focus to work.

It's quite annoying when it doesn't have HDR+ and autofocus together, hope it can be fixed in future version
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jaco168 said:
It's quite annoying when it doesn't have HDR+ and autofocus together, hope it can be fixed in future version
Sent from my MIX 2 using Tapatalk
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You can manual focus using this workaround: Swipe left to go into video mode and tap to focus before going back into picture mode

Does the new version of Google GCam mod support Autofocus yet?

Has anyone tried the Google Camera v5.1 yet?
Link: https://www.androidcentral.com/pixe...motion-photos-and-other-features-working-some

I tried to install google camera,installed successfully,but stop working. keep give me error. so I can not run it.

If you want to test the latest versions for Modded Google Cam, check the MIi6 thread related to this, there are regular updates as soon as they are released by the original modders:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-6/themes/google-camera-hdr-t3655762

What I found out: The Oneplus Camera also works on Mi Mix 2.
Also I think this is the original thread for the modded Google Camera: https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-3/how-to/modded-google-camera-hdr-60fps-video-t3658552/ and it works for the Mi Mix 2 too.

kurtextrem said:
What I found out: The Oneplus Camera also works on Mi Mix 2.
Also I think this is the original thread for the modded Google Camera: https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-3/how-to/modded-google-camera-hdr-60fps-video-t3658552/ and it works for the Mi Mix 2 too.
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Does not work for me. Are you on miui or custom rom? Which version of gcam worked for you?

MIUI EU ROM and Magisk + Camera2 API Enabler Magisk Module

how is the mix2 with this, any samples? im considering this because ive had enough of the s8 and want pure android with the performance to boot, where as the s8 just doesn't cut it but the camera is amazing

Autofocus doesnt work with HDR/HDR+ enabled. The camera works fine with auto focus without HDR features. I HDR+ is the reason why you want this mod then we are out of luck, its no better than the default MIUI cam.. may be a tad better NR processing on low light images.

subashchandran said:
Autofocus doesnt work with HDR/HDR+ enabled. The camera works fine with auto focus without HDR features. I HDR+ is the reason why you want this mod then we are out of luck, its no better than the default MIUI cam.. may be a tad better NR processing on low light images.
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Try this:
loooller said:
You can manual focus using this workaround: Swipe left to go into video mode and tap to focus before going back into picture mode
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Are you sure auto focus works for the default cam app when having HDR enabled? It doesn't at least for me. Thus I see no difference between GCam mod, Oneplus camera and default camera. Also, manually focusing seems to work without the left swipe.

kurtextrem said:
Are you sure auto focus works for the default cam app when having HDR enabled? It doesn't at least for me. Thus I see no difference between GCam mod, Oneplus camera and default camera. Also, manually focusing seems to work without the left swipe.
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So, I am writing this based on my experience on my Mi6 (Mi Mix 2 still has a locked bootloader for now), when you activate the HDR+ the autofocus will die, at that point you focus in Video mode, go back to Photo and take the picture.
In that way the HDR+ is working properly and as expected. You just need to keep your hands steady.
Also, on Mi6 has been reported that the Autofocus is working now with the latest version (with some bugs and messing around with the OmniVision module):
Kisakuku said:
B-S-G's Modded Google Camera 5.1.016 with HDR+ for Android 7.0 / ARM64 v1.1 All-in-One Full Manual
Download
Changelog:
Added more camera configs
Fixed circular auto-focus indicator
Fixed auto-focus debug info display
Turn on camera.af.debug.show in developer settings
New settings take effect after application is restarted
Must clear data / cache after installation and if the app force closes
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Lexmazter said:
So, I am writing this based on my experience on my Mi6 (Mi Mix 2 still has a locked bootloader for now), when you activate the HDR+ the autofocus will die, at that point you focus in Video mode, go back to Photo and take the picture.
In that way the HDR+ is working properly and as expected. You just need to keep your hands steady.
Also, on Mi6 has been reported that the Autofocus is working now with the latest version (with some bugs and messing around with the OmniVision module):
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My Autofocus works with HDR+ on, I got the APK from the mi 6 thread (b-s-g camera).
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=74513338&postcount=184

Any improvement in low light? What about portrait mode with the mix2? Is it working?

any sample images?

gb155 said:
any sample images?
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Check the samples from Mi 6 thread below:
tupacsoul said:
Ok, I've been testing the kenzo build, but same error, autofocus stop working with HDR+ on.
By the way, I think anyone must work on this for our device... the differences betweet photos taken with MIUI camera and Google Camera are very big...
This is with Google Camera on HDR+
This is with MIUI Camera on HDR
This is with Google Camera on HDR+
This is with MIUI Camera on HDR
(Click on the image to see bigger the detail)
As can be seen, the HDR+ post processing is very much better than MIUI original.
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[CAMERA MOD] MIUI Camera with added features

Features:
HDR
Fully Working Manual Mode (Exposure Time, Focus, White Balance, ISO) without losing the Scene mode
Square Mode (Only works on some ROMs)
Full Size Panorama
Slow Motion Video Recording (Set video quality to SD or HD & need good light conditions).
Audio Focus Mode in Video Recording
Camera Torch capture
Quick Snap Mode
Age Stamp in Photo (Front Camera)
Mirror Front Camera
Burst Shoot Count One Time = 100
LED Color Notification
Flash the attached zip through TWRP.

Work on AEX?

no button to change to front camera ?

Alfian Firmansyah said:
Work on AEX?
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Yes

I have it in the bottom right. Try force stopping the app and deleting data. If that doesn't help try reflashing. Mod should work on all roms.

pavaosk said:
I have it in the bottom right. Try force stopping the app and deleting data. If that doesn't help try reflashing. Mod should work on all roms.
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Is there any comparison with Google camera? What about your experience?

edall said:
Is there any comparison with Google camera? What about your experience?
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There's nothing like Google Camera for REDMI 4x

edall said:
Is there any comparison with Google camera? What about your experience?
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MIUI Camera has a lot more features but Google Camera gives better photo results when properly configured, however Google Camera needs more time to take the photo (assuming you're using HDR+).

Alfian Firmansyah said:
Work on AEX?
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Works on all roms.

Is there any posibility to get exposure time more than 1/2sec? 6-32sec probably good

pavaosk said:
MIUI Camera has a lot more features but Google Camera gives better photo results when properly configured, however Google Camera needs more time to take the photo (assuming you're using HDR+).
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The time has greatly reduced in the latest version

tnx bro
i tested this camera on pixel rom v4 and it worked
Please add a fingerprint shutter in the new update like miui rom

Faldi

Thx OP!!! This is the cam app i need! Work well on latest RR ROM!

Suggestions
If can setup pictures saved in SD card Will be perfect.

Using latest RR Remix, installed the app amd it works, however in selfie mode it doesn't show my age?

does it support 720 p slowmo

Hey Guys, i just flashed this mod and it doesn't work
I'm on the newest MIUI GLobal 9.1.1.0 Stable
I'm using Redmi 4x 4/64 if it's matter
I've tried twice still not working
any clues ?

mojikey said:
tnx bro
i tested this camera on pixel rom v4 and it worked
Please add a fingerprint shutter in the new update like miui rom
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Can You Please Send Me The Link Of Pixel V04 Rom

Not working :/
I'm using LineageOS 14.1-20180110-UNOFFICIAL-santoni and it crashes when I try to take a panoramic photo and can't enable HDR.

[APP][PORT][Repost] Google Camera port for LG G5 Normal & Wide Angle (by cstark27)

[APP][PORT][Repost] Google Camera port for LG G5 Normal & Wide Angle (by cstark27)
cstark27 said:
NOTE: I am not a developer but I have tried my best to create a port that has most of the basics working on my LG V30. I cannot promise I can fix any bugs for other devices but if I have time, I can try to look into some. This version is based off Scrubber's [4PDA] and uses information I've learned from using and looking at Arnova8G2's, BSG's and others versions. All their work is much appreciated and is the only thing that makes this possible.
NOTE: This is how the V30's Camera ID's are laid out. My normal lens app uses ID 0 and 1. My wide lens app uses ID 1 and 2.
Camera 0 "LENS_FACING_BACK"
Camera 1 "LENS_FACING_FRONT"
Camera 2 "LENS_FACING_BACK" (wide angle)
I cannot guarantee success on other devices, especially if the phone does not even report all cameras through the Camera2 API (use Camera2Test app to verify your device info). If you are on LineageOS, please consult your dev to see if they can alter the camera ID's to properly match LG stock roms, if my version does not work.
Working on my V30: Optical Image Stabilization; Front/Rear/Wide HDR+ ZSL & Enhanced; Front/Rear/Wide Portrait Mode; Front/Rear/Wide 1080p 30fps video; will test other functions later but the menus work
My normal version should work fine on devices that have a decent Camera2 API support. Snapdragon Galaxy S8, Note 8, Nokia 6, Nokia 8, Essential PH-1, HTC U11, etc.
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cstark27 v3.6
If you have issues, Clearing App Data is recommended. Open "Camera"> Settings>About>View App Settings Page>Storage>Clear Data
LG G6 Lineage users can use the toggle in the wide angle APK to fix their camera ID issue. You must force close the app.
-Added 5 Exposure Time settings for Adaptive Shutter Speed. "Super Slow" is the same as V3.5. "Very Slow" is about 2x faster and so on and so forth. On my phone "Slow" is not actually Slow and matches normal HDR+ Enhanced speed. But it may change depending on device so I left it.
-Normal APK: Save HDR+ choice after going into Settings (credit Miniuser123)
-Organized Settings>Advanced by grouping all HDR+ Enhanced stuff into a section. Changed a couple strings so they'd be translated to other languages.
-Skip Color Fix if Adaptive Shutter is enabled
-Removed Slow Motion menu item unless you have a LG G5, G6, V20, or V30. BUT, you can enable it in Settings>Experimental.
-Wide APK: Change HDR+ Config to Taimen so ZSL (Zero Shutter Lag) is back, but I've defaulted HDR+ to Enhanced. This won't change until you clear app data or go into settings though.
-Wide APK: Remove Slow Motion menu item
2 Separate APK's (download both, they do not require each other though so you can use a different normal lens version if you want):
Download standard rear + front cam: cstark27_GCam_5.1.018_24_v3.6
Download wide rear + front cam: cstark27_GCam_5.1.018_24_wide_v3.6
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There is no model or config to set, you should be good to go after installing. But here is the setup:
-Normal Lens APK Config:
--LG G6
---Rear Model: Nexus 6 (shamu), Front Model: Huawei Nexus 6P (angler)
--All other devices
---Rear Model: Pixel 2 XL (taimen), Front Model: Huawei Nexus 6P (angler)
-Wide Lens APK Config:
--LG G6
---Rear Model: Nexus 6P (angler), Front Model: Huawei Nexus 6P (angler)
--LG G5, V20, V30
---Rear Model: Pixel 2 XL (taimen), Front Model: Huawei Nexus 6P (angler)
Previous Versions:
cstark27 v3.5
-Clearing App Data is recommended. Open "Camera"> Settings>About>View App Settings Page>Storage>Clear Data
-Added Advanced>HDR+ Enhanced Portrait Mode : This forces Portrait Mode to use HDR+ Enhanced which will offer better dynamic range but you lose Zero Shutter Lag (Thanks Arnova8G2 for this cool trick)
-Added Advanced>HDR+ Enhanced Adaptive Shutter Speed : This is the Slow Shutter mod from miniuser123. I would say this is "beta" for LG devices. I know on my V30 some tuning is needed to the parameters but I want your guys feedback first. It only affects HDR+ Enhanced. The shutter speed will slow down the darker your scene is. You probably want a tripod or something to prop your phone against, for best sharpness. In normal lighting the shutter speed seems to be the same as before so I don't think it would be a negative to leave this on - but it's your choice and needs testing.
-Added LG G6 Lineage Camera ID Fix toggle to Wide Angle APK so there shouldn't need to be separate Lineage builds for G6 anymore
-Optimizations courtesy of Arnova8G2
cstark27 v3.4
-Added Lens Blur Mode on side menu
-Added Advanced>LG G6 Color Fix from cstark27 v3
-Removed Zero Shutter Lag option from Wide Angle due to issue with very over-exposed highlights. Will be brought back when this issue is fixed.
-Removed Disable ZSL toggle as it did not fix anything and caused more problems
cstark27 v3.1 standard and v3.2 wide
-JPEG quality increased to 98% by default
-Removed LG G6 Color Fix option hoping the model change fixes their color issues (you may Delete Data of the app)
-HDR+ Parameters moved to Advanced menu
cstark27 v3 wide angle beta 1 (with LG G6 LineageOS patch)
-Separate APK based off cstark27 v3
-Fix front camera crash
-Change "config" to Nexus 6P (ZSL on the wide angle does not process HDR+ currently, so this ensures the user always gets HDR+ processing)
cstark27 v3 wide angle alpha
-Separate APK based off cstark27 v3
-ALPHA version of wide angle support
cstark27 v3
-fix G6 video (and probably other Android 7.0 devices) thanks to Arnova8G2
-add LG G6 Color Fix option under advanced thanks to Arnova8G2
cstark27 v2.1
-EXIF fix, thanks Arnova8G2
-Enable HDR+ toggle by default
-Uncheck camera:use_photos by default to increase stability (turn back on and test if you want. Enabling this makes it use Google Photos.)
-Uncheck camera:enable_micro by default to increase stability (turn back on and test if you want. Enabling this enables Motion Photos for Oreo only(?)
cstark27 v2
-fixed video on Pixel configs for LG V30
cstark27 v1
-based off Scrubber's APK
-forced model of front camera to Nexus 6P for proper HDR+ Processing and color (thanks BSG)
-rear model is set to Taimen
As always, thanks to Scrubber (whose APK I started with), Arnova8G2, BSG.
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Here a Google Camera Port & Mod by cstark27
See the link below for the original post and faster updates (I'll update this post when I can)
Original Post : https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-v30/themes/cstark27-google-camera-mod-wide-angle-t3747263
2 Separate APK's (download both, they do not require each other though so you can use a different normal lens version if you want):
Download standard rear + front cam: cstark27_GCam_5.1.018_24_v3.6
Download wide rear + front cam: cstark27_GCam_5.1.018_24_wide_v3.6
Install the two apps the have the full experience
- Tested on LG G5
- Tested on Android 7.0 Nougat
- Standard rear + front cam
- Wide rear + front cam
- Useless Google Cameras options removed which is great
All credits to cstark27
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I'm on a G5, and my camera crashes when playing with lens blur on the back lens. Any ideas on how to fix it? I did clear the data as you suggested.

Sonic Offline said:
I'm on a G5, and my camera crashes when playing with lens blur on the back lens. Any ideas on how to fix it? I did clear the data as you suggested.
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I have no problem with mine with the normal and wide lens apps. Try un-installing both apps and do a clean up of the phone with a phone cleaner, then re-install both apps.

Aragami84 said:
I have no problem with mine with the normal and wide lens apps. Try un-installing both apps and do a clean up of the phone with a phone cleaner, then re-install both apps.
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I don't know what you mean by a "clean up" app but after running Power Clean or whatever it's called my camera still crashes.

Sonic Offline said:
I don't know what you mean by a "clean up" but after running Power Clean or whatever it's called my camera still crashes.
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That's what I meant, then I have no idea what's causing this.
The last solution might be to reset your phone to factory.
Go check on the original topic if anyone as the same issue.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-v30/themes/cstark27-google-camera-mod-wide-angle-t3747263

Same problem as above...lens blur pics are just blank and app crashes when i try see pic taken from gcam app. Also each captured image is making another folder

My normal one is really lag. I have tried to clear data. It works normal. I don't know why?

I so much love the potrait effect

Dont work the wide camera on RS988 with Resurrection Remix 6.0.0 ?

Not working on my LG H850
:crying:
Tried the Apps yesterday but without success. Focus Mode always crashed in both Applications.
Version 3.8 (newest)
Sadfully no Google Cam for my H850

akki7636 said:
Same problem as above...lens blur pics are just blank and app crashes when i try see pic taken from gcam app. Also each captured image is making another folder
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Same problem
Any ideas?

for me the Gcam HDR picture gives the best results
3 images to compare..stock LG with hdr on..gcam with hdr and gcam with hdr enhanced(to dark in my opinion)
didnt do that great, sorry
using latest release on h850

Pardon me.maybe i didnt not look from thread if there is or not.just wanna ask if there is already availble ar sticker ar core for my beloved lg g5.tried and tested .tnx in advance
Sent from my LG-F700L using Tapatalk

nm

with those apps, is it possible to store the pictures and videos on the sd by default?
thanks

peppinousuraio said:
with those apps, is it possible to store the pictures and videos on the sd by default?
thanks
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no because google's phones doesn't have sd card so google have only the option to store it in internal storage.
I don't know if a developer can change this from within the code without creating bugs and crashes

Has anybody successfully installed and used AR stickers on the G5? tried many times with multiple apks but so far no success

Sadly doenst work on G5 SE (looks like there's no Gcam that works with it), but works really great on mine Zenfone 3!!! Thanks very much!!! I didnt like the photo preview from portrait pictures compared to Arnova, but now I have HDR+ working which is awesome!!!

Hi. I am using this apk of cstark WITHOUT ROOT and the photos look amazing. The only problem I have is that I can not record at 1080p 60fps even if I select that quality. will it be because I have to activate the camera 2 api?

Although it says that it's been tested on an LG G5, when attempting to install onto my LG G5 SE it says that it's incompatible.
(Downloaded only the standard APK due to network connectivity issues)

[APP] Latest Bug free Working Gcam Ver 6.1 from Arnova8G2 for 6gb users

New Google cam version 6.1 from Arnova8G2 without any bugs
Tested in ZENUI semi GSI
Stock version 338 ie latest update oreo unrooted device
Install it as a clean version ,
Do not open slowmotion disable it from settings
open camera settings and disable slowmotion at first
from the settings
slowmotion cause crash due to that some features might crash and stuck so disable slow motion at first from the settings menu ,
If you found any features not working or crashing remove gcam apps in the same version and install this as clean version
for portrait enable it from settings default is lens blur
whats working in 6gb model ,
Everything ,except slowmotion which our device lack driver level implementation
If you found green tint in front cam remove app and reinstall or try to fix with the settings
https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/gcamera/MGC_6.1.021_BSG_Arnova-based_v.1.3d_TlnNeun_2.apk

Not working
Its not bug free at all. the camera shutter button grey's out every time after clicking 2 or more photos.
and when i start recording any video and again move to the photo mode the camera wont click any pictures.
there isnt any background process.
tested in my Max pro M1 6gb ( Camera2Api Enabled).
i have to everytime clear the data and then restart the phone just to click 2 more pictures.
Let me know on what setting have you kept the camera mod on?

SunilM01025 said:
Its not bug free at all. the camera shutter button grey's out every time after clicking 2 or more photos.
and when i start recording any video and again move to the photo mode the camera wont click any pictures.
Same problem for me
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I have enabled Camera2api
But still many gcam mods like arnova's ,csstarks etc crashes..
It says close app..
I have checked manual camera compatibility app..it shows all green ticks..
So if anyone know..
Pls help

Camera shutter button not working in potrait mode... Hdr+ enhanced mode not working .... This is the major issues

Same for me...no HDR+ enhance mode working and portrait mode also not working only on 6gb why???

Orion Kliter said:
I have enabled Camera2api
But still many gcam mods like arnova's ,csstarks etc crashes..
It says close app..
I have checked manual camera compatibility app..it shows all green ticks..
So if anyone know..
Pls help
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Use footej camera or the default snapdragon camera because gcam is not yet ported sucessfully

arvs47 said:
New Google cam version 6.1 from Arnova8G2 without any bugs
Tested in ZENUI semi GSI
Stock version 338 ie latest update oreo unrooted device
Install it as a clean version ,
Do not open slowmotion disable it from settings
open camera settings and disable slowmotion at first
from the settings
slowmotion cause crash due to that some features might crash and stuck so disable slow motion at first from the settings menu ,
If you found any features not working or crashing remove gcam apps in the same version and install this as clean version
for portrait enable it from settings default is lens blur
whats working in 6gb model ,
Everything ,except slowmotion which our device lack driver level implementation
If you found green tint in front cam remove app and reinstall or try to fix with the settings
https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/gcamera/MGC_6.1.021_BSG_Arnova-based_v.1.3d_TlnNeun_2.apk
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No issues, everything working perfectly for now

I'm using V8.3 build 5.1.018.177624777 without problems. Should I remove that and then install it? Also what changes are present between the version I'm using and this? The existing version is working great, and the reviews for this current build have been mixed based on the comments here. Please guide.

Baconoid said:
I'm using V8.3 build 5.1.018.177624777 without problems. Should I remove that and then install it? Also what changes are present between the version I'm using and this? The existing version is working great, and the reviews for this current build have been mixed based on the comments here. Please guide.
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v 8.3.b1 is the most stable till now, albeit without night sight.

I think 4k video recording has EIS support in the app. As the video is getting cropped in when video stabilization is enabled. Can anyone verify it

OVB Prime said:
I think 4k video recording has EIS support in the app. As the video is getting cropped in when video stabilization is enabled. Can anyone verify it
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Only the Viewfinder is stabilized and not the actual video. The video recording which is saved is without EIS. as our hardware doesn't support 4K video stabilization.

Pixel 4 camera app leak

https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/camera/camera-7-0-009-259843690-release/
Enjoy the new camera app.

I could install the app with luckypatcher. New iu feels fresh and nice. But it looks like a portrait mode on a frontal camera doesn't work properly, it blurs everything.
UPD: the portrait mode works, it needs Ratio 4:3 to be set.

Selfies with portrait mode on front camera are blury...i reverted back to 6.3

n1kolaa said:
Selfies with portrait mode on front camera are blury...i reverted back to 6.3
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Like mentioned above, you have to set the ratio for the front camera to 4:3 then the portrait selfies will work as they should At least it does for me.

Interesting...Interesting...
bejunk said:
Like mentioned above, you have to set the ratio for the front camera to 4:3 then the portrait selfies will work as they should At least it does for me.
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It's a straight upgrade/update on my 3a (though it does warn that it's a "dogfood" AKA pre-beta APK). That means that- so far - there is no reason it can't install on any Pixel.

PGHammer said:
It's a straight upgrade/update on my 3a (though it does warn that it's a "dogfood" AKA pre-beta APK). That means that- so far - there is no reason it can't install on any Pixel.
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Yeah right. I don't know why above user needed lucky patcher for this. But ok.

One Possibility
bejunk said:
Yeah right. I don't know why above user needed lucky patcher for this. But ok.
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Maybe he's running either Pie or a Pie-based AOSP ROM? (Despite 10/Q being available, some folks have refused to move.)
(Yes; 10 is available to every Pixel phone; not merely some of them - however, there are still holdouts.)

bejunk said:
Like mentioned above, you have to set the ratio for the front camera to 4:3 then the portrait selfies will work as they should At least it does for me.
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for me didnt worked sow your post

It is now on the PlayStore - as Camera 7.2. If you have an earlier version installed (unmodded, of course), update. For me (Pixel 3a), the biggest gain is still NightSight; if I needed the AstroPhotography mode, the same improvements that show up in NightSight would be useful there, too. My biggest quibble is the same one that was present with the previous Camera app; motion is on by default.. (Where I'm curious is WHY it's on by default - the default with other OEM/ODM camera apps is to shoot stills.) Because of the NightSight improvements, it's a worthwhile update for the Pixel 3a and earlier - especially if you take low-light shots - and given the time of year, you likely will.

So, anybody using Cstark's PXv4.x camera mod on the Pixel 3a? Are there major improvements?
Does this install alone or does it replace stock cam?

Tomar777 said:
So, anybody using Cstark's PXv4.x camera mod on the Pixel 3a? Are there major improvements?
Does this install alone or does it replace stock cam?
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I use it, works great, no issues found, but i did not made many pictures..
It installs as a new package, so you can use booth (or deactivate Google Camera wo you'll only have one in your app drawer)
PRO:
- set portrait zoom to 1.5 instead of 3.0
- Astrography mode switch
- many more settings to try out
CONS:
- Selecting Google Lens does not work, but you can use it easily from the app in the Playstore.
Just install it and try it for yourself, if you don't like it, you can uninstall it in a breeze.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/google-camera-mods/gcam-google-pixel-1-2-3-t3875663?&ampcf=1

Tomar777 said:
So, anybody using Cstark's PXv4.x camera mod on the Pixel 3a? Are there major improvements?
Does this install alone or does it replace stock cam?
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These camera apps will install as a second camera. They do not replace the stock camera app and they can both be installed at the same time (just like any other 3rd party camera app). You can select the PX Camera to act as the default camera, but the OEM camera is available in the apps draw.
I'm running Camera PX 4.1 (version 7.2.014) right now. It adds a bunch of extra settings that are definitely helpful. One of the best features is bringing back Smart Burst mode (where the camera takes a series of high quality images while you hold the shutter button down). This was taken away by Google when they introduced the dumb video feature which only provides one high quality image and the rest are really low quality.
It probably won't make a noticeable difference in picture quality for normal pictures, but might in night or astro mode.
The only "downside" or feature not working in PX 4.1 is the "Google Lens" function. Selecting that mode doesn't actually do anything. I have to use the OEM camera right now if I want to use Google Lens. Hopefully that bug is fixed in the next version. Everything else works as expected.

Wow...
Gcam apk for my Pixel device???
*Do we need to root to use this?
Thanks

Hi guys.
Pixel 3a with December 2019 updated on Android 10.
No Rooting done.
I also have a MiA3 with gcam apk installed.
The selfie on MiA3 with gcam come off better than on my P 3A.
Why is that? They have better dynamic range and details as well(on zooming).

Xebeck said:
Hi guys.
Pixel 3a with December 2019 updated on Android 10.
No Rooting done.
I also have a MiA3 with gcam apk installed.
The selfie on MiA3 with gcam come off better than on my P 3A.
Why is that? They have better dynamic range and details as well(on zooming).
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Little off topic, but i thought the same about my nokia 7 plus with GCam.
Thing is the fixed focus on the pixel front cam. You need to hold the phone more far away to get nice selfies.
Try the modded version mentioned in this topic. i think Cstark made improvements to the front cam too

Tomar777 said:
Little off topic, but i thought the same about my nokia 7 plus with GCam.
Thing is the fixed focus on the pixel front cam. You need to hold the phone more far away to get nice selfies.
Try the modded version mentioned in this topic. i think Cstark made improvements to the front cam too
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Thanks for replying.
But I had Pixel 3 before 3A(switched due to atrocious battery life), and even in that I felt that the selfie camera was ok.
The situation with my 3a is similar to my friends iPhone 11, great back camera but ok front one.
Oh well....
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sic0048 said:
These camera apps will install as a second camera. They do not replace the stock camera app and they can both be installed at the same time (just like any other 3rd party camera app). You can select the PX Camera to act as the default camera, but the OEM camera is available in the apps draw.
I'm running Camera PX 4.1 (version 7.2.014) right now. It adds a bunch of extra settings that are definitely helpful. One of the best features is bringing back Smart Burst mode (where the camera takes a series of high quality images while you hold the shutter button down). This was taken away by Google when they introduced the dumb video feature which only provides one high quality image and the rest are really low quality.
It probably won't make a noticeable difference in picture quality for normal pictures, but might in night or astro mode.
The only "downside" or feature not working in PX 4.1 is the "Google Lens" function. Selecting that mode doesn't actually do anything. I have to use the OEM camera right now if I want to use Google Lens. Hopefully that bug is fixed in the next version. Everything else works as expected.
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Can you please share all the settings for the one by cstark?

Xebeck said:
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Can you please share all the settings for the one by cstark?
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Nothing special really......
I have "4k Smart Burst", "Restore Smart Burst" turned on and "Super Res Xoom Always On". Portrait Zoom set to 1.5x. "AI AWB for HDR+ Enhanced" turned On and "AI AWB for Night Sight" turned on.
I don't do anything with Lib patcher. I figure the stock settings are about as good as they are going to get.