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Unlock longer shutter speeds

Hello everyone,
Long story short, just bought nexus 5x, I have developed a few kernels in past for various devices, and I am little bit disappointed with n5x camera.
Phone does make awesome pictures, but it lacks longer shutter speeds, I would like to unlock it. Some people say that it is hardware limited, some that software, so here I am asking you how is it for real, and please, answer with any arguments, proofs, I would like to avoid guessing.
I would like to know if there is any sense in trying to unlock it and digging through source code.
Cheers

I managed to take photos with 1 s shutter speed with L Camera.

przemcio510 said:
I managed to take photos with 1 s shutter speed with L Camera.
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How did you do it? I could only select 1/6s as the slowest shutter speed.

CazeW said:
How did you do it? I could only select 1/6s as the slowest shutter speed.
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Most probably fake Bulb mode, which is as stated by app creator - fake. Just multiple 1/6s pictures stacked up together

CazeW said:
How did you do it? I could only select 1/6s as the slowest shutter speed.
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KOala888 said:
Most probably fake Bulb mode, which is as stated by app creator - fake. Just multiple 1/6s pictures stacked up together
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L Camera. And no, no fake, because I used to edit the DNG file in Photoshop.

przemcio510 said:
L Camera. And no, no fake, because I used to edit the DNG file in Photoshop.
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Please, first read how does the app work and then argue.

KOala888 said:
Please, first read how does the app work and then argue.
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Nexus 5 hardware is capable of capturing photos at 0.86s shutter speed (5x probably too). And this app uses this capability.
1 fps preview confirms this.
(swoją drogą, nigdy nie robiłeś zdjęć w nocy?)

przemcio510 said:
L Camera. And no, no fake, because I used to edit the DNG file in Photoshop.
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przemcio510 said:
Nexus 5 hardware is capable of capturing photos at 0.86s shutter speed (5x probably too). And this app uses this capability.
1 fps preview confirms this.
(swoją drogą, nigdy nie robiłeś zdjęć w nocy?)
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different hardware, how did you take this picture then?

KOala888 said:
different hardware, how did you take this picture then?
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Like this

przemcio510 said:
Like this
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Huh, the older version of L Camera does indeed allow you to select 1/1,2 exposure and in the exif it's shown as 1s.

przemcio510 said:
Like this
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which version is it? Gonna have a closer look at it

KOala888 said:
which version is it? Gonna have a closer look at it
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This one https://github.com/PkmX/lcamera/releases/download/v0.3/lcamera-debug.apk. The newest dev-build only allowed down to 1/6s.

Thank a lot.
Now I hope that will be possible to implement this feaute on other (more advanced) camera apps (fv5,proshot,....)

CazeW said:
This one https://github.com/PkmX/lcamera/releases/download/v0.3/lcamera-debug.apk. The newest dev-build only allowed down to 1/6s.
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It does work, I will have a look at it

I confirm the with L-Camere 0.3 is possible to have a shutter time of 1s (if I select 1/1,2) and the night photos are incredible
I asked to ProShot developer if is possible to implement this feature on his great app. I hope that is possible....

Looks like HTC 10 has same camera sensor and it's camera app allows to use 2s shutter speed, unfortunately, none of htc camera app versions let's me go manual on our nexus.
Also Xiaomi YI 2 action camera has it, and it allows up to 30s while taking pics. So i guess I/we would have to edit camera libs. I also emailed lcamera creator but I don;t think that he will respond.

Looks like HTC 10 has same camera sensor and it's camera app allows to use 2s shutter speed, unfortunately, none of htc camera app versions let's me go manual on our nexus.
Also Xiaomi YI 2 action camera has it, and it allows up to 30s while taking pics. So i guess I/we would have to edit camera libs. I also emailed lcamera creator but I don;t think that he will respond.

Hey guys, I have Nokia 8 (TA 1012) and I don't like the fact that the longest exposure time is 1/2 s. Can you help me override it? To unlock longer exposure time.

Gcam apk (19.2mp)

Found it!
No Hdr+ support and lens blur crashes. The rest seems fine.
Download (androidfilehost)

Doom Slayer said:
Found it!
No Hdr+ support and lens blur crashes. The rest seems fine.
Download (androidfilehost)
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Thx

Thanks for this , working great

No more than any other camera apps after hdr+

Any sample photos?

Any way to make it save photos to an external SD card?

VBBoston said:
Any way to make it save photos to an external SD card?
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Impossible, unless you re-code the app.
Pixel's dont have a sd card, so there is no provision for it.

Thank you for the explanation

I've installed this on my XZP w/eXistenZ Pie and my XA2 w/LOS 17.1, and I'm not sure what the appeal is. What is this supposed to be better at than the stock Sony camera app, or any other camera app?

Anyone got comparisons? I have stock XZP no unlock, can i install this on mine? Thanks!

I have found that the Gcam Go works well with HDR running on this device.
The version of the Gcam Go with partial working HDR is called:
CameraGoHDR-2.apk

Diego0007 said:
I have found that the Gcam Go works well with HDR running on this device.
The version of the Gcam Go with partial working HDR is called:
CameraGoHDR-2.apk
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Thank you m8

Wow！Work great!

figo_rulz11 said:
Anyone got comparisons? I have stock XZP no unlock, can i install this on mine? Thanks!
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I've installed it on my stock XZP, and it works (besides the issues mentioned in the OP)
Diego0007 said:
I have found that the Gcam Go works well with HDR running on this device.
The version of the Gcam Go with partial working HDR is called:
CameraGoHDR-2.apk
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Thanks. is there a link for this?

Do you have the link to install it Gcam you have?
Have you got a pictures from before and after using Gcam? Would be nice to see comparisons @waqypaqy
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waqypaqy said:
I've installed it on my stock XZP, and it works (besides the issues mentioned in the OP)
Thanks. is there a link for this?
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bobsright said:
I've installed this on my XZP w/eXistenZ Pie and my XA2 w/LOS 17.1, and I'm not sure what the appeal is. What is this supposed to be better at than the stock Sony camera app, or any other camera app?
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Do you have any picture comparisons?

figo_rulz11 said:
Do you have the link to install it Gcam you have?
Have you got a pictures from before and after using Gcam? Would be nice to see comparisons @waqypaqy
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The link for the file is https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=4349826312261689457 as found in the original post
Here is an image comparison. I can't tell the difference myself, but the photosphere feature is what I like to use Gcam for: https://imgur.com/a/G6LBaPG

waqypaqy said:
The link for the file is https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=4349826312261689457 as found in the original post
Here is an image comparison. I can't tell the difference myself, but the photosphere feature is what I like to use Gcam for: https://imgur.com/a/G6LBaPG
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Thank you, hmm yeah i can't tell difference between the two images, look exactly the same to me. What's photosphere?

figo_rulz11 said:
Thank you, hmm yeah i can't tell difference between the two images, look exactly the same to me. What's photosphere?
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Photosphere is a 360 photo. Very cool feature for me.
Give it a try!

Hi, does anyone has a direct link? Androidfilehost page repots "no mirror found" and i can't find it averywhere else.
Thanks

Doom Slayer said:
Found it!
No Hdr+ support and lens blur crashes. The rest seems fine.
Download (androidfilehost)
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Thank you

Themes / Apps / Mods Gcam for OnePlus 9 pro

A working Gcam for our phone, because we deserve it:
BSG GCam APKs - Google Camera Port
Modified Google Camera app by BSG.
www.celsoazevedo.com
(always use this version: org.codeaurora.snapcam)
Compared to the stock camera, the shutter is faster and the colours are somewhat more vibrant. Haven't had a chance to compare night modes yet.
If you have an XML setup to recommend, please do share.

stazz83 said:
A working Gcam for our phone, because we deserve it:
BSG: MGC_8.1.101_A9_PV0h
Download MGC_8.1.101_A9_PV0h by BSG.
www.celsoazevedo.com
(always use this version: org.codeaurora.snapcam)
Compared to the stock camera, the shutter is faster and the colours are somewhat more vibrant. Haven't had a chance to compare night modes yet.
If you have an XML setup to recommend, please do share.
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Nice thanks! Do you know how to set it as the default camera app? I tried disabling the op camera app, but now I cannot open my camera from my lock screen.

jprattnu said:
Nice thanks! Do you know how to set it as the default camera app? I tried disabling the op camera app, but now I cannot open my camera from my lock screen.
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The option should be under app info > advanced settings.

Update: I have tested the latest BSG's version of 8 April and it works as well.
Just make sure you download the org.codeaurora.snapcam version from this page:
BSG: MGC_8.1.101_A9_GV1zfix
Download MGC_8.1.101_A9_GV1zfix by BSG.
www.celsoazevedo.com

Weird how 4K 60fps only works on the ultrawide camera and not the main camera.

Is there any gcam mod that allows to record 8k and 4k/120fps? BTW I tried many mods and I did not find any with all functionalities available: all cameras, motion photos, night sight etc. If motion photos available, only single camera can be used, etc.
I also don't understand why they decided to remove all languages other than English from all mods. Original Gcam supports many languages.

giaur said:
Is there any gcam mod that allows to record 8k and 4k/120fps? BTW I tried many mods and I did not find any with all functionalities available: all cameras, motion photos, night sight etc. If motion photos available, only single camera can be used, etc.
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Not at the moment, as far as I know but our device's release happend less than a month ago so the development is still in early stages. BSG is quite fast at updates so hopefully it'll eventually happen.
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I also don't understand why they decided to remove all languages other than English from all mods. Original Gcam supports many languages.
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I guess that way is much more simple and if that's the trade-off for faster updates than I'm very happy with it.

stazz83 said:
I guess that way is much more simple
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What is much more simple? Additional languages strings are original from Google, no need to touch them. Of course, additional custom settings will appear in English only, because they won't be translated.
Additional effort required to remove all translations. So it's opposite to what you are saying

What's the difference between the org.codeaurora.snapcam and the com.google.android.GoogleCameraEng apks?

Was wondering the same... Thank you.
JCDentonMale said:
What's the difference between the org.codeaurora.snapcam and the com.google.android.GoogleCameraEng apks?
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JCDentonMale said:
What's the difference between the org.codeaurora.snapcam and the com.google.android.GoogleCameraEng apks?
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That's the package signature. On some phones, using the Snapcam one allows access to the auxiliary cameras (ultrawide, telephoto).

jericho246 said:
That's the package signature. On some phones, using the Snapcam one allows access to the auxiliary cameras (ultrawide, telephoto).
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So IOTW, the snapcam is preferred for the 9 Pro then? Also, can anybody find a way to track that specific release somehow incase it updates? Thank you!
Edit - what is an XML setup btw?

jprattnu said:
So IOTW, the snapcam is preferred for the 9 Pro then?
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I think so, yes. I read Snapcam is recommended for phones from BBK-owned smartphone brands. However keep in mind a brand could "block" the access to auxiliary cameras at any moment. For example Samsung blocked access to the selfie camera, so in GCam ports, the selfie camera just does not work on Samsungs... Not sure if they have fixed it, but I know it's been a problem for Samsung users.
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Also, can anybody find a way to track that specific release somehow incase it updates? Thank you!
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I don't think there's a way to track it, just gotta visit the celsoazevedo page from time to time. Although most updates are minor, so don't worry about that.
jprattnu said:
Edit - what is an XML setup btw?
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You can download a XML file, and import it to the GCam app. It will import settings from the file, so if you find a XML file for the 9 Pro BSG Gcam port, just download it and import it via the app. Also you can create XML files yourself, and share them if you want as well.

jericho246 said:
I think so, yes. I read Snapcam is recommended for phones from BBK-owned smartphone brands. However keep in mind a brand could "block" the access to auxiliary cameras at any moment. For example Samsung blocked access to the selfie camera, so in GCam ports, the selfie camera just does not work on Samsungs... Not sure if they have fixed it, but I know it's been a problem for Samsung users.
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Some manufacturers have even coded things to prevent third-party cameras from using the phone's full camera resolution capabilities. On OnePlus devices they could be locked to 12 MP, even the main camera.

jprattnu said:
So IOTW, the snapcam is preferred for the 9 Pro then? Also, can anybody find a way to track that specific release somehow incase it updates? Thank you!
Edit - what is an XML setup btw?
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Here is the updated files from the site that does all the gcam mods https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/dev-bsg/
There is no configs anyone has done yet here is my saved one with my settings if you wish to try it, only changed lens device settings and interface settings, nothing modified for actual photo adjustments.
To apply go into setting and look for load xml then pick it from the file picker

JCDentonMale said:
What's the difference between the org.codeaurora.snapcam and the com.google.android.GoogleCameraEng apks?
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me too ...

jeudecon said:
me too ...
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JCDentonMale said:
What's the difference between the org.codeaurora.snapcam and the com.google.android.GoogleCameraEng apks?
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Was wondering the same... Thank you.
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Nothing, really. They just have different signatures. If you find that certain additional modules (Magisk flashables that add or enhance a device's camera functions) don't work, try the other. Some devices have a camera version signed specifically for them (ie, Samsung phones) because of this. It just happens that the snapcam signature seems to work best on our device.

I'm having some nasty issues with a strong lilac purple pink RAW files from Gcam recently. It makes it unusable. It worked fine before but suddenly this problem started happening, perhaps it came after a system update. :/
/ Magnus

stazz83 said:
A working Gcam for our phone, because we deserve it:
BSG: MGC_8.1.101_A9_PV0h
Download MGC_8.1.101_A9_PV0h by BSG.
www.celsoazevedo.com
(always use this version: org.codeaurora.snapcam)
Compared to the stock camera, the shutter is faster and the colours are somewhat more vibrant. Haven't had a chance to compare night modes yet.
If you have an XML setup to recommend, please do share.
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I tried this and the colors were way to bright and inaccurate

Rebelwolf4622 said:
I tried this and the colors were way to bright and inaccurate
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We'll, it's not a secret that Google's image processing slightly saturates the colours and beautifies photos. Not a bad thing imho.
Anyhow, BSG keeps releasing new builds, the latest one dated today:
BSG: MGC_8.1.101_A9_GV1zfix
Download MGC_8.1.101_A9_GV1zfix by BSG.
www.celsoazevedo.com

General default camera so much better then Gcam my review

ok let me start custom roms blow stock out of the water but the only thing that made me go back to stock was the camera app , in my opinion gcam struggles to focus I do consider myself a a photography pro , that being said , i love the performance of the customs roms overstock , hands down, but the default camera is the deal breaker in my opinion, g-cam struggles to focus , especially in macro mode , I do hope some one port the ANX camera to a custom rom ... just my 2 cents and I tried them all Gcam / configs so save your breath...

I agree, the stock cam is just better, more convenient and faster imo. Luckily for me I dont care much about photos.

Sorry I got that wrong.

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ok let me start custom roms blow stock out of the water but the only thing that made me go back to stock was the camera app , in my opinion gcam struggles to focus I do consider myself a a photography pro , that being said , i love the performance of the customs roms overstock , hands down, but the default camera is the deal breaker in my opinion, g-cam struggles to focus , especially in macro mode , I do hope some one port the ANX camera to a custom rom ... just my 2 cents and I tried them all Gcam / configs so save your breath...
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It's true, thanks to a user of this forum that I don't remember the name I was able to use the Gcam for normal and night photos but the macros are still a problem.
Another thing that is making me think about going back to Stock ROM is that there is no support and continuity of updates.

I really love the stock camera too. But for Macros or really close photos it can't focus could you give me a tip, to improve it.

Does any custom rom support the stock camera app?

ANX camera version 202 support our phone with Android 11

AndroZeek said:
ANX camera version 202 support our phone with Android 11
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Link please

jefffrom said:
Link please
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204 version is working ok.
ANXCamera - pling.com
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ptr21 said:
204 version is working ok.
ANXCamera - pling.com
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Even the macro?
I looked at the link but don't understand how to install.

pegasoc said:
Even the macro?
I looked at the link but don't understand how to install.
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Yes

pegasoc said:
Even the macro?
I looked at the link but don't understand how to install.
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Find files sections "Files(32)"
Download the last, 204 version
Install with magisk
First couple of times opening camera gives error, but not to worry, try again.

ptr21 said:
204 version is working ok.
ANXCamera - pling.com
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Does taking videos work for you? I can only take pics.

ptr21 said:
Find files sections "Files(32)"
Download the last, 204 version
Install with magisk
First couple of times opening camera gives error, but not to worry, try again.
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Hi,
right after taking the picture the app closes, the picture is saved but every time I have to reopen the app. If I take a photo in night mode the app closes and the photo is not saved.
I also have Gcam installed can there be a conflict?

sn00x said:
Does taking videos work for you? I can only take pics.
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Apparently it looks like the video is being made but I don't understand where it is being saved.

sn00x said:
Does taking videos work for you? I can only take pics.
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Video is working only in 1080p 60fps mode.

pegasoc said:
Hi,
right after taking the picture the app closes, the picture is saved but every time I have to reopen the app. If I take a photo in night mode the app closes and the photo is not saved.
I also have Gcam installed can there be a conflict?
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Can't tell.
Maybe it depends also on custom rom, what is installed.
I'm on Syberia OS. Night mode is working ok.

ptr21 said:
Can't tell.
Maybe it depends also on custom rom, what is installed.
I'm on Syberia OS. Night mode is working ok.
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I too use Syberia v. 4.8 September 22, 2021

ptr21 said:
Video is working only in 1080p 60fps mode.
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Thank you. After switching from 30fps to 60fps the video was indeed stored correctly!

Question Modded GCam?

I want the ability to increase exposure times in astro mode, also want manual controls for shutter time etc in other spots.
I've looked and haven't found one that works perfectly with the Pixel 6 Pro. Has anyone found a good modded GCam yet??

I am using MWP gcam 8.3.253: it works rather well on the P6 pro (all lenses) and offers some manual tweaking (including for astro). It is still a beta version.

I'm not sure how this works, but will it be possible to have a mod that retains the precise version of GCam that's on the Pixel 6 Pro, but simply adds functionality? Eg. the ability to alter sharpness and noise settings? Or is it necessary that the mod replace the entire thing with a new version?
Oh, and would this require rooting the phone?

OL92 said:
I am using MWP gcam 8.3.253: it works rather well on the P6 pro (all lenses) and offers some manual tweaking (including for astro). It is still a beta version.
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Thank you, this is exactly what I needed!!!!!!

OL92 said:
I am using MWP gcam 8.3.253: it works rather well on the P6 pro (all lenses) and offers some manual tweaking (including for astro). It is still a beta version.
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Also thank you for this pointer!
Are there any necessary configs to with best with a P6P, or can you share your config file?

Where am I able to get that Gcam beta from? Thx

Blubber120 said:
Where am I able to get that Gcam beta from? Thx
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Probably the first link at this search. I see a file or files with the same or similar version number mentioned there.

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OL92 said:
I am using MWP gcam 8.3.253: it works rather well on the P6 pro (all lenses) and offers some manual tweaking (including for astro). It is still a beta version.
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Got some astro samples?

This is without the modded apk... Pretty excited to have the modded version!!!!!

With the first link I am just able to set the timer to 59 seconds. Thought it is 4:59 minutes in the original Gcam that came with our phone

Blubber120 said:
With the first link I am just able to set the timer to 59 seconds. Thought it is 4:59 minutes in the original Gcam that came with our phone
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That's per image, it stacks multiple images for astrophotography

Voyager2008 said:
This is without the modded apk... Pretty excited to have the modded version!!!!!
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Thats awesome, thanks for sharing

roirraW edor ehT said:
Probably the first link at this search. I see a file or files with the same or similar version number mentioned there.
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I only find here the 8.3.252 Version, not .353. Please share a link. Would be nice

Sorry: this is in fact : Gcam_8.3.252_V1b_MWP.apk (MWP, 2021-10-02, pixel)
(not 253: my mistake)

Thank you.
Working on my P6 Pro.
I just can't find a setting for 100% jpeg Quality.

This version brings back the AE/AF lock function (padlock icon) !!!
I use it a lot to keep the exposure consistent between frame to make large panoramas in Photoshop.

selfie cam not working properly in the modded one, and if you take 20x zoom is a lot worse with more noise than the stock 8.4.
i feel DR is worse too in the modded one

Voyager2008 said:
This is without the modded apk... Pretty excited to have the modded version!!!!!
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I swear I don't know where these stars come from lol but here in Ireland when I look to the sky I can see max about 10 stars other countries have everything even stars! Lol

kevinireland11 said:
I swear I don't know where these stars come from lol but here in Ireland when I look to the sky I can see max about 10 stars other countries have everything even stars! Lol
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Northern Ireland same
The clouds don't help either