Hello, lads.
This is my very first post, so go easy on me.
I've bought, yesterday, a Mi A2 Lite and since then I am looking for some stuff to make me feel more comfortable with it. The Stock ROM is beyond acceptable, and having easy root with Magisk is amazing.
But the camera really bothers me, the stock app is boring and lacks features.
So then, I've start my adventure, looking for anything promising, I found a good Google Camera (6.1/5.1) mod, etc, today I found csabiii's thread (https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-a2-lite/themes/mi-a2-camera-magisk-module-32sec-long-t3844208) about the Stock Mi A2 Camera, and its amazing features, such as Group Selfies, Multiple HDR modes, etc., but what caught my attention was the "32s Long Exposure", I tried it but it's outdated (Sep. 2018), probably for the early Oreo build, so I started to look for Pie versions but no luck.
I've seen something on Magisk's Repo that could function (MIUICamera v2 for whyred), but after softbricking my phone with Mi A2 Stock v4.5 module, I've given up.
So I came here, to ask you guys if anyone know about a functioning Mi A2 Stock Camera w/ Long Exposure, or a substitute that might do the job.
TL;DR: Any Mi Stock Camera that could/does work with Pie and has its Long Exposure. If not, could be just a normal Play Store app (paid or free), doesn't even has to be 32s exposure, 15 sec might do it.
Thanks in advance.
PS: Does anyone know if those ZommFix 3.1 zip change anything for Mi A2 Lite?
Enable cam2api and use Open Camera with it, plenty of features and options to configure.
Hakkinan said:
Enable cam2api and use Open Camera with it, plenty of features and options to configure.
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Yea, I was considering it. Is there too much quality difference? From GCam to OpenCam
sxvinifp said:
Yea, I was considering it. Is there too much quality difference? From GCam to OpenCam
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Major difference if you know how to set up everything properly. Open Camera only "lacks" that fake bokeh effect.
Hakkinan said:
Major difference if you know how to set up everything properly. Open Camera only "lacks" that fake bokeh effect.
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I've tested it, many features indeed, I'll try to config it for better results. But I'm still looking for something "better".
About the Long Exposure, I've tried the Camera FV-5, but it kinda looks rubbish. Argh! Frustrating, tbqh.
sxvinifp said:
I've tested it, many features indeed, I'll try to config it for better results. But I'm still looking for something "better".
About the Long Exposure, I've tried the Camera FV-5, but it kinda looks rubbish. Argh! Frustrating, tbqh.
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Open Camera is as good as it can get with this device, it doesn't have great sensors to begin with.
I would suggest trying freedcam(after looking for many hours)
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=troop.com.freedcam
it has a lot of options
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hi everyone who read this.
i have sony xperia l with LOS 14.1 installed. and i want to get the most out of camera app.
need help to find any camera app or mod which could help to fulfill my dream.
a tried some mods but the camera app always crashs after install.
I believe in xda-gurus
bromserge said:
hi everyone who read this.
i have sony xperia l with LOS 14.1 installed. and i want to get the most out of camera app.
need help to find any camera app or mod which could help to fulfill my dream.
a tried some mods but the camera app always crashs after install.
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The LOS camera, i.e. Snapdragon camera, is great, probably better than Sony stock camera.
Alternately, you can try OpenCamera, very good too.
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The LOS camera, i.e. Snapdragon camera, is great, probably better than Sony stock camera.
Alternately, you can try OpenCamera, very good too.
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LOS camera have problems with WB and exposition, Open Camera is better, but the photos was noised.
tried cameramx - much better, but i cant make external-sd saving
bromserge said:
LOS camera have problems with WB and exposition, Open Camera is better, but the photos was noised.
tried cameramx - much better, but i cant make external-sd saving
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I've no such problems with LOS camera on my Z5.
To force external-sd saving, you can use the magisk module Magic Folder Binder
nreuge said:
The LOS camera, i.e. Snapdragon camera, is great, probably better than Sony stock camera.
Alternately, you can try OpenCamera, very good too.
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nreuge said:
I've no such problems with LOS camera on my Z5.
To force external-sd saving, you can use the magisk module Magic Folder Binder
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thanks a lot for your reply!
can LOS14.1 cope with other camera ports? is it worth trying to make camera quality better using port?
you are talking just about camera apps. i'm sorry if something is wrong from me, but i dont know much about it.
and one more sorry for my english..)
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thanks a lot for your reply!
can LOS14.1 cope with other camera ports? is it worth trying to make camera quality better using port?
you are talking just about camera apps. i'm sorry if something is wrong from me, but i dont know much about it.
and one more sorry for my english..)
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There are several HTC camera ports available on XDA, you can try them (anyway always backup first...)
Do note I have an Xperia Z5 so results may vary for you, but I've found best results using the ProShot app, it's worked amazingly on several different phones I've tested so I'd imagine it would work well on a Z1 as well. Definitely worth looking into.
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Do note I have an Xperia Z5 so results may vary for you, but I've found best results using the ProShot app, it's worked amazingly on several different phones I've tested so I'd imagine it would work well on a Z1 as well. Definitely worth looking into.
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Ou.. i will try it now!
I installed proshot. Its very good! Thanks for your reply!
Camera FV-5 all the way
Aphex33 said:
Camera FV-5 all the way
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I have already tried it on my c2105. ProShot is much better for now
Hi everyone,
So I'm thinking about switching from MIUI to a custom ROM, and I was wondering if it is possible to use the second camera with custom ROMs like Lineage or RR (or whatever ROM out there). I don't know much about camera protocols and as far as I know there is no standard one for dual cameras, so I don't know if just installing Xiaomi's camera on a custom ROM will take use of the second camera. (I don't even know if this precise camera app is installable from anything else than MIUI). Also, I've myself not encountered any camera app out there that can take advantage of the whyred dual camera.
Of course I can rely with some AI cameras for lens blur and portrait mode, but I don't know, I just don't like the concept of losing the utility of an hardware piece just because the software can't "afford" it.
Thank you for reading, guys.
Interesting question! And even more important, how is the quality compared to miui?
Have you tested it with open camera??
On your own risk, Flash this zip with magisk:
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=746010030569969448
Mi A1 forum: https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-a1/themes/oreo-mia1-stock-rom-camera-app-custom-t3758543
It's reported working fine, except HDR. The feature is turned off by default, but don't take a photo with it being on or app will crash until you restart your device
PS. Please dive through the forums for answers, before opening a post.
Edit: can you guarantee, that your stock camera ain't just for show? I mean did you open it up and stick a multimeter to check?
Edit_2: pls don't try...dual camera are actually working, you'll notice a difference once you compare a stock MI camera app with GCam
And don't try sticking up a multimeter up your Mobile
You're Joking Right..
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On your own
can you guarantee, that your stock camera ain't just for show? I mean did you open it up and stick a multimeter to check?
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A Multimeter....
Just For Show...
You MUST be joking.
This Ain't The Doogee Mix Section.. :angel:
RaiderWill said:
A Multimeter....
Just For Show...
You MUST be joking.
This Ain't The Doogee Mix Section.. :angel:
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Hehe, of course I'm Joking...:silly:
BTW, I think I'll need to give an edit to my post...
V.Mr.Gamer said:
On your own risk, Flash this zip with magisk:
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=746010030569969448
Mi A1 forum: https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-a1/themes/oreo-mia1-stock-rom-camera-app-custom-t3758543
It's reported working fine, except HDR. The feature is turned off by default, but don't take a photo with it being on or app will crash until you restart your device
PS. Please dive through the forums for answers, before opening a post.
Edit: can you guarantee, that your stock camera ain't just for show? I mean did you open it up and stick a multimeter to check?
Edit_2: pls don't try...dual camera are actually working, you'll notice a difference once you compare a stock MI camera app with GCam
And don't try sticking up a multimeter up your Mobile
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The phone in question is RN5 AI Dual camera, NOT Mi A1! Totally different phones. The AI comes with SD636 chipset, the Mi A1 with SD625 chipset. The ROMs are not compatible at all.
taco9 said:
The phone in question is RN5 AI Dual camera, NOT Mi A1! Totally different phones. The AI comes with SD636 chipset, the Mi A1 with SD625 chipset. The ROMs are not compatible at all.
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It is not a rom, he is telling you to flash.
But a Ported Mi A1 Camera app, that works across custom roms.
It will actually allow use of the Redmi Note 5 [WHYRED] dual cameras in manual mode of the app.
Also the AI in the device name, is used incorrectly by some sites. Not the official name or appendage for the device.
Edit: - Last time i checked, no one has ported the MIUI camera from RN5 yet.
Hello! I'm thinking about getting a new phone and i'm on the fence about getting a used pixel or a new Mi A2 lite. I was wondering if the Mi A2 lite has manual mode and if I can modify shutter speed and so. I googled about it and some web pages say that it does and some other say it doesn't. Can anyone confirm this?
Thank you
augusto1024 said:
Hello! I'm thinking about getting a new phone and i'm on the fence about getting a used pixel or a new Mi A2 lite. I was wondering if the Mi A2 lite has manual mode and if I can modify shutter speed and so. I googled about it and some web pages say that it does and some other say it doesn't. Can anyone confirm this?
Thank you
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To unleash camera capability you must first root and follow a few steps. Camera on mi 2nd lite is ok and is great for sub $200 phone, but I think the pixel probably has the better camera quality if that's your reason.
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That said I really like my xiaomi and am very satisfied with what I spent.
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To unleash camera capability you must first root and follow a few steps. Camera on mi 2nd lite is ok and is great for sub $200 phone, but I think the pixel probably has the better camera quality if that's your reason.
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Rooting won't mess up OTA updates? I mean, the camera is important to me, but if rooting will enable manual mode and camera2 api, then I guess I don't mind if the Pixel has a little bit better camera
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Rooting won't mess up OTA updates? I mean, the camera is important to me, but if rooting will enable manual mode and camera2 api, then I guess I don't mind if the Pixel has a little bit better camera
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Yes and no. It can mess ota, but there are guides here that show how to update easily. Personally can't vouch for updating with root, I tinker too much in the system to allow it... but I have restored the phone with miflash and stock img several times and updated to current and root again.
The only downside right now for me is the lack of backup and restore in available twrp
This thread is aimed to be as simple as possible.
I found 2 apks that worked for me. I created this thread because I'm sick of scrolling through the comments on which one works, and which one doesn't. So, here it is.
*NOTES* All Pixel Gcam mods will have autofocus issues. These don't have any quality degradation from my testings.
1. @fu24 Pixel 2 Gcam v.5.2.025-Final - Everything works. But I recommend to use this only for the front camera.
https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/gcamera/GoogleCamera_5.2.025-Final_fu24-17f.apk
2. @cstark27 Pixel 3 Gcam P3v10.1 - This is the best in terms of focus hunting, when taking pics, don't tap to focus. Let the app hunt for focus until it's clear. If it won't focus on the object, just switch between portrait and normal mode. Sometimes the pic comes out a bit soft. I'd recommend you to take multiple pics and select the clearest one. Thanks to @Sonudbm for mentioning this apk. The front camera still doesn't work.
https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/gcamera/P3v10.1_GoogleCamera_6.1.021.apk
I will update this thread whenever there's a better version(s).
Feel free to leave any comments.
Want tele lens on custom rom? Go to this thread! :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-a1/themes/gcam-telephoto-lens-t3903465
Created : 09/01/2019
Last Updated : 19/03/2019
WhatzIt2Ya said:
I found 2 apks that worked for me. I created this thread because I'm sick of scrolling through the comments on which one works, and which one doesn't. So, here it is.
*NOTES* These apks don't have any autofocus issues, or quality degradation from my testings.
1. @fu24 Pixel 2 Gcam v.5.2.025-Final (Everything works, though I didn't test telephoto lens. Keep in mind this apk doesn't support raw capture.)
https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/gcamera/GoogleCamera_5.2.025-Final_fu24-17f.apk
2. @bulkin043 Pixel 3 Gcam v.6.1.021_2 (everything works, except green hue on front camera. This apk supports raw capture.)
https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/gcamera/bulkin043_GoogleCamera6.1.021_2.apk
Feel free to leave any comments.
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what is raw capture?? is it useful?? which of the 2 apks is better?
I still have autofocus issue on both apps.
Enviat des del meu Mi A1 usant Tapatalk
Xinxeta said:
I still have autofocus issue on both apps.
Enviat des del meu Mi A1 usant Tapatalk
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Maybe this autofocus issue is device dependent. :/
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what is raw capture?? is it useful?? which of the 2 apks is better?
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Raw capture gives you vastly more detail than jpeg (or JPG), but with the cost of lower picture quality, it can be fixed by editing the photos. I'd recommend the 1st one, if you don't want all the flashy features. If you night sight mode as well, install the 2nd one along side.
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I still have autofocus issue on both apps.
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Same here :/
Neither of these updates fix the focus issue with it endlessly refocussing. Does anyone know what the actual issue is with the Mi A1 and Pie? Is a Dev looking into this specifically. This is the only way it'll get fixed. Seems like no one knows it's an issue?
Sorry to say this, but both cameras have focus issues..
Does any one know Whether there is a 9.0 pie custom rom where no focus issue on GCam.
(i won't bother about green tint issue though)
I am still on 8.1 until we get something that works perfectly, do I need to unlock my bootloader and install the Camera 2 API again or that is not necessary?
Sorry to break it to all of you, but I really personally think that this autofocus issue is device dependent. I would recommend you to try random Gcam apks from that site (that's what I did). I think every device would have different apks that works for them.
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Raw capture gives you vastly more detail than jpeg (or JPG), but with the cost of lower picture quality, it can be fixed by editing the photos. I'd recommend the 1st one, if you don't want all the flashy features. If you night sight mode as well, install the 2nd one along side.
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nopes, that's not what RAW is: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raw_image_format
XJeFX said:
nopes, that's not what RAW is: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raw_image_format
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Haters will say it's wrong!
Hello people!!
There is no GCAM Port of pixel 3 (the one with night mode) that fully works on PIE on MI A1. I have tested every recent version of every developer on the page of Celso Azevedo. In almost every version, all things work, except for portrait mode with front camera (green tint present when HDR enable) This is not what we want, because there is a huge difference between portrait with or without HDR.
The only one version that I find that it is working on portrait with HDR is one for pixel 2 (it hasn´t got night mode) from ARNOVA. The version is: gcam-5.1.018-Pixel2Mod-Arnova8G2-v8.3b1.apk. This is my actual camera now.
I hope some developer could accomplish the same but with pixel 3 gcam mod.
Greetings !!!!
V2b_plus3
Gcam works great in the new update
oviseven666 said:
Gcam works great in the new update
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Can you screenshot your settings?
santr33 said:
Can you screenshot your settings?
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Off Course
oviseven666 said:
Off Course
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Thanks, you forgot to scrrenshot bsg settings.
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Thanks, you forgot to scrrenshot bsg settings.
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I do not configure that part, since the last time I did it caused errors
oviseven666 said:
I do not configure that part, since the last time I did it caused errors
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Oh, okay.
Sadly, I still have autofocus issues..
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Wait, you are on latest Pie?
Was trying out different Gcam versions and stumbled across this one, which seems to work perfectly on my A2 Lite with the January security patch!
https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/gcamera/GCam_6.1.021_N7P_test2.1_defaultjpg.apk
Motion Photos, Night Sight, Hdr+, everything seems to work, but your mileage may vary!
Update- Front camera Night Sight doesn't seem to take a photo, but also doesn't crash the app
Update- This version of Gcam won't save photos taken with HDR+ enabled. They process forever. Makes this GCam version not very useful, but it's the best one for the A2 Lite I've been able to find.
https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/gcamera/GCam_v.5.1.0.18_mod_v.3.4.17.apk
This is 5.1.0.18 everything is working also hdr+ front camera(and portrait)is working
Kineceleran said:
https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/gcamera/GCam_v.5.1.0.18_mod_v.3.4.17.apk
This is 5.1.0.18 everything is working also hdr+ front camera(and portrait)is working
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Thank you! This is great! I just wish it had night sight too, but it looks like there aren't any fully functional Gcam 6.x ports yet
What's the point of opening a new thread for this? You mentioned that it doesn't work in your edits. Why would you share it here before even testing the app?
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What's the point of opening a new thread for this? You mentioned that it doesn't work in your edits. Why would you share it here before even testing the app?
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Hi! I'm sorry for making a post in a weird or wrong way, I'm new to XDA and was unsure of where/how else to post it.
It does mostly work. Hdr works well on rear camera, but not front camera. Night Sight works but can randomly be iffy. Blur and other modes work. It's very possible that just changing some of the settings may iron out some of the bugs, I'll keep experimenting with it.
It's also not that I didn't test it, there were just certain settings and combinations of features I didn't try. I made a post because it was working relatively well and I got excited to share it with other people who may benefit from it. I'm not going to test every feature or settings combination, but other people should know about it so they can try it, at least! I just updated my post with the bugs/broken features I found!
With that said, if you think this is something that shouldn't be here, and should be deleted, a comment on a different thread, etc, how can I delete/move it?
Thank you and I'm sorry for the inconvenience!
Try this
https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/changelog434/
Everything seems to work except hdr on front camera
Tung2002 said:
Try this
https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/changelog434/
Everything seems to work except hdr on front camera
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I am having an issue with this one when installing this, it's giving me an error: "There was a problem parsing the package." How did you manage to installi it? I'm running stock Oreo. Thanks.
alesu69 said:
I am having an issue with this one when installing this, it's giving me an error: "There was a problem parsing the package." How did you manage to installi it? I'm running stock Oreo. Thanks.
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Oreo max Gcam ver. 6.1....
6.2...... is for Pie