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This is kinda work in progress port of Gcam with hdr+ for arm devices. it's based on google camera version 4.2.035.141213305-arm.
it needs camera api 2 enabled. you can enable it via flashing the zip I've attached or add below line into build.prop.
Code:
persist.camera.HAL3.enabled=1
Stock rom is preferred, but it should work on all roms as long as above requirement is met.
Google camera apk
Please let me know if auto/touch focus works or not. happy testing :good:
Credit : @defcomg
Requires TWRP for flashing zip. or root for manually editing build.prop
So the moto g5s doesn't have the api enabled by default? The file can't be downloaded BTW.
strikie said:
So the moto g5s doesn't have the api enabled by default?
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As it turns out.
Camera stopped working right on start
Nice! Works here.
But, I got some problems at my first test - Google Camera apk from OP link;
- Back camera resolution: in the app, the res are 12.1 (16:9) mpx, in face of the real 16mpx (4:3)
- Slow mode crashes every time
- Panorama seems don't run as well
Anyway, I feel the focus are, now, amazing! I had a Moto G5 - Cedric in the begginin of 2017. Now, I got the Montana, but, always the same problem: Strange focus. In macro, i mean.
motafoca! said:
Nice! Works here.
But, I got some problems at my first test - Google Camera apk from OP link;
- Back camera resolution: in the app, the res are 12.1 (16:9) mpx, in face of the real 16mpx (4:3)
- Slow mode crashes every time
- Panorama seems don't run as well
Anyway, I feel the focus are, now, amazing! I had a Moto G5 - Condor in the begginin of 2017. Now, I got the Montana, but, always the same problem: Strange focus. In macro, i mean.
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Using what ROM?
On mine it just crashes upon start.
atrufinibr said:
Using what ROM?
On mine it just crashes upon start.
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Stock! Lite version
https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g5s/development/rom-stock-montana-moto-g5s-7-1-1-lite-t3725293
motafoca! said:
Stock! Lite version
https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g5s/development/rom-stock-montana-moto-g5s-7-1-1-lite-t3725293
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Installed AOSCP and it is working fine now! Thanks anyway!
kraatus90 said:
This is kinda work in progress port of Gcam with hdr+ for arm devices. it's based on google camera version 4.2.035.141213305-arm.
it needs camera api 2 enabled. you can enable it via flashing the zip I've attached or add below line into build.prop.
Stock rom is preferred, but it should work on all roms as long as above requirement is met.
Google camera apk
Please let me know if auto/touch focus works or not. happy testing :good:
Credit : @defcomg
Requires TWRP for flashing zip. or root for manually editing build.prop
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I have some results for you.
Autofocus works great. Many thanks!
@kalyansundhar
Can you add this to los14.1?
HRD+ works really for the images, but there seems to be a tint when capturing images without HDR
Good thanks, but there's one issue:
as soon as camera api 2 is enabled Whatsapp, OpenCamera, Moto Kamera report "media format is not supported" at recording video, guess there's a codec missing then.
No mather if stock or linageOS.
Only Footej Camera is able to record video. Anyone else?
After enable api cam my device stock camera showing error what I do
meltbanana said:
Good thanks, but there's one issue:
as soon as camera api 2 is enabled Whatsapp, OpenCamera, Moto Kamera report "media format is not supported" at recording video, guess there's a codec missing then.
No mather if stock or linageOS.
Only Footej Camera is able to record video. Anyone else?
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Yea I'm not able to record video on the modded apk too, but I can record it using the stock camera,
what rom are you running ?
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Sad to see it being abandoned
RexRagnarokk said:
Yea I'm not able to record video on the modded apk too, but I can record it using the stock camera,
what rom are you running ?
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Sad to see it being abandoned
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I'm running lineageos, so stock camera doesn't work
meltbanana said:
Good thanks, but there's one issue:
as soon as camera api 2 is enabled Whatsapp, OpenCamera, Moto Kamera report "media format is not supported" at recording video, guess there's a codec missing then.
No mather if stock or linageOS.
Only Footej Camera is able to record video. Anyone else?
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search in build.prop this line:
HTML:
camera.hal1.packagelist
put the package name of apps that are not working well with camera2api, like this:
HTML:
camera.hal1.packagelist=com.whatsapp,com.instagram.android,com.vsco.cam
the listed apps will use the old api
I can't record video with neither gcamera nor stock camera. I already delete the cache and data, but still doesn't work. What can I do?
PD: I have stock room
( Sorry for my English)
Sorry I don't know enough about that things
I've downloaded the app and installed but he's crashing when starts
I didn't install that file ( enable_hal3.zip) because I don't know what it is and how to install it
Can someone teach me how to do it
(My cellphone isn't rooted)
Thanks for give your important time for moto g5s device
How I can make rollback after zip? The original camera has stopped working, after several shots others cams.
Can we pls have latest versions' port
As Oreo received by the device is 32-bit
[Updated]
New Port Everything working
https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/...Camera_5.1.0.18_R5Plus_v.5.1.12_fix_crash.apk
Use Default Settings and no crash.
Gaurav_Cybg_ said:
Tried this Google camera port On my Redmi Note 5 with MIUI 9.5 India
HERE Is The Download Linkhttps://www.xda-developers.com/google-camera-mod-portrait-mode-lens-blur-4k-video/
Setting:
1. Choose Model Pixel 2 XL (for portrait mode) And All of them(for other features)
2.Enable Portrait mode,HDR+ and ZSL from Advanced Menu
What's Working
HDR+ worked
Slow Motion Working
Portrait Mode working on both front and rear (Very Unstable,Get crashed randomly)
Panaroma
Photo Sphere 360° Photos
Errors
1.Crashing Sometimes
2.Some Features on certain Model (you can try them all from the settings)
3.Video Recording not working at all.
Request To Developers
Can a developer port a stable Pixel 2 camera for This phone?
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Is it need for be enable camera 2 api for using this?
If camera 2 api enabled will the Gcam still have errors?
I am updating its description.Check out in 10 min
DONE
Hey i am using lineageos15.1 in that gcam front portrait not working , so if i switch to miui will my front portrait work ?
biswajit13 said:
Hey i am using lineageos15.1 in that gcam front portrait not working , so if i switch to miui will my front portrait work ?
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No , Portrait mode works only in rear camera.
Gaurav_Cybg_ said:
No , Portrait mode works only in rear camera.
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Ok bro thanx for info ,currently in lineageos also only rear camera works
This one has all of the features working except for front flash, face retouching and motion photo https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/MGCamera_5.1.0.18_R4X_v.5.1.1.apk
biswajit13 said:
Hey i am using lineageos15.1 in that gcam front portrait not working , so if i switch to miui will my front portrait work ?
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Check out New Mode , Almost Everything Working ,?
Stampyron said:
This one has all of the features working except for front flash, face retouching and motion photo https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/MGCamera_5.1.0.18_R4X_v.5.1.1.apk
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Thank You, But how did you find it.?
Gaurav_Cybg_ said:
Thank You, But how did you find it.?
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It's literally shared across so many forums and in telegram
When it is not producing greenish photos, the app is crashing on redmi 5 plus with camera2api enabled on MiUi
sometimes crashes, portrait mode works in front and rear camera EIS working too
i am running stock miui (Stable eu)
All working!! Thanks
dimitrispas22 said:
sometimes crashes, portrait mode works in front and rear camera EIS working too
i am running stock miui (Stable eu)
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How come it is not working for me. I'm in stock rom too is there any workaround to make it work? Confused bro.
akurativinod said:
How come it is not working for me. I'm in stock rom too is there any workaround to make it work? Confused bro.
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wait a minute to add the link to the older version because the new link(apk) doesn't work (force closing)
or just find this MGCamera_5.1.0.18_R4X_v.5.1.1.apk
i am uploading it right now but it gonna take 6 min(Aprox)
and remember to change the settings to your device if i cannot even open the app clear the cache and data
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1DLTz9-ns77I7hd_o5q-yyj1CbBTy8nGW
is it normal for the stock application to remain installed even with cam2api activation?
MC MC said:
is it normal for the stock application to remain installed even with cam2api activation?
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yes
need camera a2pi?
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working to my aosp extended rom even i dont have cam2api. thanks for this.
As i noticed the best apk of gcam it's Arthur gcam, but fortunately the last 2 updates was buggy more than the previous. So hope someone contact to dev so he support our r5+. Thanks
Sent from my Redmi 5 Plus using Tapatalk
Thanks to the Snapdragon 636 soc and Being stock android
Google camera works on our device without root!!
Now we can use the Pixel 3 /Xl camera on our device without root and yes with AR Emojis too!!
Installation:-
Install all the apps from the link given below↓
Grant all permission to all
Set video quality to 4k in settings
And enable hdr+ enhanced but don't use is
Just use hrd + option otherwise it will force to close
Done!
Rest features you can explore...
Download the Camera app
Download the Camera app with Night Sight
Download AR Core app
Download AR Stickers app
Credits:-
@Arnova8G2 @Tolyan009
I installed all three apps and enabled all permissions.. but the ar sticker mode always shows 'searching for surface' .. anybody else facing this issue?
Chinnu1103 said:
I installed all three apps and enabled all permissions.. but the ar sticker mode always shows 'searching for surface' .. anybody else facing this issue?
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its not a issue you need a plain background to work
rushiranpise said:
its not a issue you need a plain background to work
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I tried it on all surfaces.. indoors, outdoors..still no luck
rushiranpise said:
its not a issue you need a plain background to work
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Same here
Installed all three apps but in AR it is showing "Still searching for the floor"
And also the phone starts heating very much after 5 min of use
Added Night Sight enabled gcam ,
Bugs:
Viewfinder if black for night Sight, though it can capture photo
Credit : @Tolyan009
When night mode is on.. Can't see the object on phone screen ...Any advise ?
It's working quite well. But in night mode, I cannot see anything on the screen. It becomes black.
no slow mo
i'm unable to find slow mo mode in video
nitish2706 said:
It's working quite well. But in night mode, I cannot see anything on the screen. It becomes black.
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it's still a bug, viewfinder is black
venki badboy said:
i'm unable to find slow mo mode in video
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It doesn't have a slow mo.
But it's still very good. Best campera app any phone can have. Trust me.
Kudos to the developer
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Bristow Xavier said:
it's still a bug, viewfinder is black
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okay I guess. Not that I need a night mode. Happy with the features I got in this app.
Unable to Record
I am unable to record even after enabling Hdr+ enhanced mode. It is showing Recording option but Not saving in memory any solution??
nitish2706 said:
It's working quite well. But in night mode, I cannot see anything on the screen. It becomes black.
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Works on pie without any issues
Can someone post sample images?
Anyone found Slow Motion compatible app?
Installed night sight enabled gcam.but as soon as the picture taken is selected for preview ,it goes to Google photos where it can be only viewed after finishing backup .Any else faced a similar issue ?
Skadoosh365 said:
Installed night sight enabled gcam.but as soon as the picture taken is selected for preview ,it goes to Google photos where it can be only viewed after finishing backup .Any else faced a similar issue ?
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Yup. It's very annoying
Any new updates on this application?!
How to install
There are four apks given in the link....should i install all of them...cz some of u are installing only 3.... Just want to confirm
aditya.bodas007 said:
Anyone found Slow Motion compatible app?
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Yes use one plus 5 camera
hi, sorry for my stupid question.
i just want to know, can i install gcam mod on realme 3?
thank for the answer
I've heard that this version from Arnova8G2 works:
- MGC_6.1.021_BSG_Arnova-based_v.1.3d_TlnNeun_2.apk
You need to load this config: Realme_3_Config.xml (guide: how to load config files).
I don't have this phone, so I don't know if it comes with the camera2 api enabled. If it's disabled, you have to enable it first. I'm sure you can find a guide by searching online.
You can also find more apks from Arnova8G2 on this page and follow his thread here on XDA.
Wanyi said:
hi, sorry for my stupid question.
i just want to know, can i install gcam mod on realme 3?
thank for the answer
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camera to API is enabled in Realme 3, so yes u can install gcam mod on realm 3.
S4turno said:
I've heard that this version from Arnova8G2 works:
- MGC_6.1.021_BSG_Arnova-based_v.1.3d_TlnNeun_2.apk
You need to load this config: Realme_3_Config.xml (guide: how to load config files).
I don't have this phone, so I don't know if it comes with the camera2 api enabled. If it's disabled, you have to enable it first. I'm sure you can find a guide by searching online.
You can also find more apks from Arnova8G2 on this page and follow his thread here on XDA.
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Warm thanks for your post!
I was testing 1.3c version on my new phone, but it was fail taking photo.
Only panorama and video were operating.
But, today I installed the configs file and now camera is fully operating.
After first HDR tests and quick analysis stock camera render better (Chroma boost disabled, not needed!).
(I use a standardized position from my seat to a sunny open door in the middle of the room. )
I already tested panorama in outside situation and it is GREAT, much better than stock.
Not tested night and video.
Overall comment: This phone is a top gun. No need to spend million.
Just waiting for usable root.
but whenever i click on the video button it closes the app
vneetwagh said:
but whenever i click on the video button it closes the app
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From installed application and Gcam configs given at @S4turno post everything working perfect on (RMX1821).
TESTED:
Photo/video/panorama( outstanding)/night sight also.
Thanks to him again.
About gcam in real me 3
lolo9393 said:
From installed application and Gcam configs given at @S4turno post everything working perfect on (RMX1821).
TESTED:
Photo/video/panorama( outstanding)/night sight also.
Thanks to him again.
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NO bro video is not working in both the cameras I don't know why even though i installed the configs but its not working if yours are working can you send the video sample and settings for that.
shashanksasi said:
NO bro video is not working in both the cameras I don't know why even though i installed the configs but its not working if yours are working can you send the video sample and settings for that.
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You do believe me. I just use the provided configs file as it is.
May be something related to the phone model. Mine is RMX 1821 (global Helio P60 version sold out of INDIA)
Hey guys thanks for the configs and apk! But after updating my os to colouros 6 rmx1821 ex 11a.14 the video mode no longer works portrait mode also gives a black image if there is more than one person in the picture. Does anyone have a modified config for this update?
Need help about crashing video mode on realme 3
I need ur help guys. I have installed gcam version MGC_6.1.021_BSG_Arnova-based_v.1.3d_TlnNeun_2.apk.
In my realme 3. I have also installed realme 3 config.xml configuration file in gcam. After that the gcam is working full fine with all the functions. But after the latest update of March 2019 Android security patch and fix of some minor issues. The video mode of google camera is not working. When I open the video tab. Gcam automatically closes. When I do repeat. It also do the same every time.
I've also tried to install various apks of gcam version 6 but all those are show the exact same problem when open the video mode. Please anyone suggest me the fix of this issue ???. I will be very thankful to u guys.
Regards.
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lolo9393 said:
Warm thanks for your post!
I was testing 1.3c version on my new phone, but it was fail taking photo.
Only panorama and video were operating.
But, today I installed the configs file and now camera is fully operating.
After first HDR tests and quick analysis stock camera render better (Chroma boost disabled, not needed!).
(I use a standardized position from my seat to a sunny open door in the middle of the room. )
I already tested panorama in outside situation and it is GREAT, much better than stock.
Not tested night and video.
Overall comment: This phone is a top gun. No need to spend million.
Just waiting for usable root.
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Thanks man
harischeong said:
Hey guys thanks for the configs and apk! But after updating my os to colouros 6 rmx1821 ex 11a.14 the video mode no longer works portrait mode also gives a black image if there is more than one person in the picture. Does anyone have a modified config for this update?
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Bro i also have the same problem with my realme 3. After the update, the video mode on gcam doesn't working. If u got the solution. Also help me.
Good news, I have found a working config for the latest update. You first have to download the apk from
https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/dev-fu24/#apk873
This is the apk called "fu24: MGC_6.1.021_BSG_Arnova_TlnNeun_4lens_V1.3.030119.0645-02j.apk". Then use these configs I attached.
Night mode, portrait mode, video , slowmo are working.
harischeong said:
Good news, I have found a working config for the latest update. You first have to download the apk from
https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/dev-fu24/#apk873
This is the apk called "fu24: MGC_6.1.021_BSG_Arnova_TlnNeun_4lens_V1.3.030119.0645-02j.apk". Then use these configs I attached.
Night mode, portrait mode, video , slowmo are working.
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Bro Thanks for the post. But the problem still doesn't solve. Every thing is working fine but the video is in 720p. But if we switch into 1080p, the gcam stops and automatically closes like the previous one. If u have this problem, plz anybody fine the solution or any modified config.xml file for this problem.??
Thanks.
Does our phone supports video recording with 60fps? If yes what app?
yametekudasai said:
Does our phone supports video recording with 60fps? If yes what app?
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Yes 60 fps is recording in this config. I don't judge the result.
harischeong said:
Good news, I have found a working config for the latest update. You first have to download the apk from
https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/dev-fu24/#apk873
This is the apk called "fu24: MGC_6.1.021_BSG_Arnova_TlnNeun_4lens_V1.3.030119.0645-02j.apk". Then use these configs I attached.
Night mode, portrait mode, video , slowmo are working.
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Thanks for this configuration !
Everything is working in good day lights
But, both back and front camera's performance is very poor( like a 2mp camera) in LOW Lights and ARTIFICIAL Lights.
Kindly fix this issue !
Try this apk
lolo9393 said:
Warm thanks for your post!
I was testing 1.3c version on my new phone, but it was fail taking photo.
Only panorama and video were operating.
But, today I installed the configs file and now camera is fully operating.
After first HDR tests and quick analysis stock camera render better (Chroma boost disabled, not needed!).
(I use a standardized position from my seat to a sunny open door in the middle of the room. )
I already tested panorama in outside situation and it is GREAT, much better than stock.
Not tested night and video.
Overall comment: This phone is a top gun. No need to spend million.
File name
MCG_6.1.021_F1_V1.7.apk
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Is anybody listening to this thread...kindly solve my previous issue of not working Google camera
working version 6 gcam for realme 3
Sachin Juni said:
Is anybody listening to this thread...kindly solve my previous issue of not working Google camera
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Sachin Juni this post has the correct version. working for me. video, portrait, night mode etc are working
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=79737387&postcount=4
harischeong said:
Sachin Juni this post has the correct version. working for me. video, portrait, night mode etc are working
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=79737387&postcount=4
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Thanks harischeong! Your Google camera is working good in daylight but it takes pictures only in 8mp.
I have already found the best one which clicks pictures with full 13 mp on both front and back camera. (Use Nexus 6p on both cameras for better photos and You can change some settings as per your understanding)
Here we go : https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/cfiles/gcm1/Gcam_6.1.021_Advanced_V1.6.190614.0200.apk
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harischeong said:
Sachin Juni this post has the correct version. working for me. video, portrait, night mode etc are working
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=79737387&postcount=4
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Thanks harischeong for the link. That google camera takes only 8 mp pictures.
I already have the best which clicks with full 13 mp on both back and front cameras. ( Change settings as per your understanding or leave it).
Here we go :
https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/cfiles/gcm1/Gcam_6.1.021_Advanced_V1.6.190614.0200.apk
Is there any working GCam mod available for the MI 9 SE?
I tried several versions, only some of them work partially - night mode is lacking as hell.
Reminds me of the MI8 before they implemented fixes for it in the official ROM.
Did some1 have any more luck with a working version?
Camera2API is enabled and fully supported says Camera2API Probe app..
Found one on 4pda.ru
https://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?s=&showtopic=942501&view=findpost&p=84000078
But did not try it so far
nevusZ said:
Found one on 4pda.ru
https://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?s=&showtopic=942501&view=findpost&p=84000078
But did not try it so far
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tried it just now, sadly the camera doesn't even launch (Chinese rom)
this is the only one that works,You have to adjust some settings.
MGC_6.1.021_MI8_V2e.apk
krca5 said:
this is the only one that works,You have to adjust some settings.
MGC_6.1.021_MI8_V2e.apk
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Could you expand on what settings need to be adjusted?
krca5 said:
this is the only one that works,You have to adjust some settings.
MGC_6.1.021_MI8_V2e.apk
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Do you know what those settings would be?
Go to BSG mod settings-->Fix
Sett buffer fix to On
Image format JPEG (Need mi8)
Add aux to camera switch On
This is what I set
thanks, it works with such settings. I tried a night mode photo and the quality is improved a lot respect to miui camera
krca5 said:
Go to BSG mod settings-->Fix
Sett buffer fix to On
Image format JPEG (Need mi8)
Add aux to camera switch On
This is what I set
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Thank you it works. Any ideas how to switch to the wide angle or telephoto lens?
Yeah, a wide lense support of the gcam as seen on the MI 9 and the LG Series would be really helpfull!
any news on this topic ?
try this, works for me
https://pan.baidu.com/s/1gDWU6OSkvlpQsV0NzrG--g
thx will try it.
a general question: how do we ensure that there is no nasty trojan or spyware in those apks ?
is there a way to sandbox those apps ?
krca5 said:
this is the only one that works,You have to adjust some settings.
MGC_6.1.021_MI8_V2e.apk
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Thanks for it but tbh Im not sure if is it better than the stock one.
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I would like to post some pics but somehow I cant
so... no progress here, right.
i tested tons and several of modded gcam.. with none of them night mode is working properly. it just struggles around after 2sec and is not usable.
strange the the normal mi 9 has a working version.
is there something missing in case of firmware xiaomi has to patch to make it work? just asking because this was the case on mi8 and mix2s.. after a patch from xiaomi gcams were surprisingly working..
fattymcdirty said:
so... no progress here, right.
i tested tons and several of modded gcam.. with none of them night mode is working properly. it just struggles around after 2sec and is not usable.
strange the the normal mi 9 has a working version.
is there something missing in case of firmware xiaomi has to patch to make it work? just asking because this was the case on mi8 and mix2s.. after a patch from xiaomi gcams were surprisingly working..
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cmiiw, mi 9 se required gcam that has 'Frame Buffer' fix on it. Maybe that was firmware problem or maybe something else... ??*
uhmm no. not correct. buffer fix works indeed for normal gcam usage.. ut the buffer fix doesn't apply to night mode.
Can someone do a little comparison between stock camera and GCam? With some sample. This could be awesome.
Leyous said:
Can someone do a little comparison between stock camera and GCam? With some sample. This could be awesome.
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I'd also appreciate this. From what I gather too, the gcam works fine in all functions other than night mode?
A quick comparison from my sofa.... both shots attempted to hold same position, with the focus on the nearest point of the lip of the cup.
Xiaomi.eu 9.5.9 shot on 48M camera mode - link
MGC_6.1.021_MI8_V2e.apk shot on 48M HDR+ camera mode - link
The default settings with Xiaomi camera produced 6000x8000 13.5MB JPEG, on gcam 3000x4000 2.0MB.
Colour reproduction, contrast and detail is so much better with HDR+ processing using gcam camera. This is typical of what I find when comparing gcam to xiaomi camera app.