Google Câmera HDR+ Review - Mi5s - Xiaomi Mi 5s Guides, News, & Discussion

Hello!
With this post, I intend to post photos from day to day by using the Google camera app, with the feature HDR+.
If someone else posts, to get better from the people have reference, put the OS version and the mode of the camera you used.
OS: Lineage 14.1-20171023-NIGHTLY-capricorn
APP Version: MGC_5.1.014_7.0H_C2API_v.1.2_AllinOne
Câmera Config:
Model: Pixel XL (corr)
Config camera HDR+: PIXEL
HDR+ parameters: Default
Advanced: HDR+ control (option enabled)
Câmera Mode: HDR+ enhanced
Example photos:
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Jet is cooooool!

apk won't install. package conflict. Are you supposed to replace the GoogleCamera in system/app ? Or how you do install this ?

Zerreth said:
apk won't install. package conflict. Are you supposed to replace the GoogleCamera in system/app ? Or how you do install this ?
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Yes.
Lineage OS came with old cyanogen camera, no need to install in system.

hudfer said:
Yes.
Lineage OS came with old cyanogen camera, no need to install in system.
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OS: Lineage 14.1-20171023-NIGHTLY-capricorn + Gapps-Stock 7.1
Removed GoogleCamera from System/Apps. Cleared App Data. Installed APK you linked. Reboot.
Camera just crashes constantly. :S

Zerreth said:
OS: Lineage 14.1-20171023-NIGHTLY-capricorn + Gapps-Stock 7.1
Removed GoogleCamera from System/Apps. Cleared App Data. Installed APK you linked. Reboot.
Camera just crashes constantly. :S
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I'm using google apps with pico package.

what's the difference between hdr+ and hdr+ enhanced?

On older versions, HDR+ On was known as HDR+ Auto while HDR+ Enhanced was known as HDR+ On. Just a simple name change, but confusing to end users.

vihangkale said:
what's the difference between hdr+ and hdr+ enhanced?
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NightRaven49 said:
On older versions, HDR+ On was known as HDR+ Auto while HDR+ Enhanced was known as HDR+ On. Just a simple name change, but confusing to end users.
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There is no gain that justifies using the Enhanced mode. Stay on HDR+, this mode have ZSL (zero shutter lag).

Out the NEW VERSION:
MGC_5.1.014_7.0H_C2API_v.1.3_AllinOne.apk
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=962021903579488245

what setting to choose in google camera hdr+?.Like Hdr+ parameters and model

vihangkale said:
what setting to choose in google camera hdr+?.Like Hdr+ parameters and model
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Model: (Pixel XL (corr))
Config camera HDR+: (PIXEL (VERY HIGH))
HDR+ parameters: Default
After configure, close the application (in recents too) and use.

hudfer said:
Model: (Pixel XL (corr))
Config camera HDR+: (PIXEL (VERY HIGH))
HDR+ parameters: Default
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will it make any diff if a set pixel 2 as model,config as high and hdr+ parameters as very high?

vihangkale said:
will it make any diff if a set pixel 2 as model,config as high and hdr+ parameters as very high?
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In my eyes, no make difference.

Thank you I was looking for a thread like this! I found it weird that other phones models have very active threads dedicated to modded Google Camera and we have virtually nothing, even though Google Camera modding started on the the Mi 5s by developer B-S-G on the 4PDA forum.
Also I was having a bit of hard time to reliably find the latest version to conveniently keep it up-to-date (I was still running one of the early mods from august) but luckily somebody here on XDA has a thread with B-S-G's latest version that seems to be maintained well, so:
If you're looking for the latest version of B-S-G's modded Google Camera check out this thread in the Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 subforum
(and verify if it's really the latest with this message on the 4PDA forum, currently that is V5.1.016_V1.3a)
Proper B-S-G Mod settings for Mi 5s
Anyways, I was looking for the proper settings for the Mi 5s but it seems the settings have been renamed since the OP. I currently have them set to:
Model: Pixel XL (corr)
Config camera HDR+: Pixel 2016 Zsl HDR
HDR+ parameters: Default
Manual fixed black level offset: off
Final jpg quality HDR+: 95% (Default)
Compress RAW(*.DNG): on
Is there anything I could improve in that?
And lastly, I was wondering if it's possible yet to enable motion photo's somehow? And if not is that being worked on? I think I saw it was mentioned by B-S-G on the 4PDA forum somewhere.

jant90 said:
Thank you I was looking for a thread like this! I found it weird that other phones models have very active threads dedicated to modded Google Camera and we have virtually nothing, even though Google Camera modding started on the the Mi 5s by developer B-S-G on the 4PDA forum.
Also I was having a bit of hard time to reliably find the latest version to conveniently keep it up-to-date (I was still running one of the early mods from august) but luckily somebody here on XDA has a thread with B-S-G's latest version that seems to be maintained well, so:
If you're looking for the latest version of B-S-G's modded Google Camera check out this thread in the Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 subforum
(and verify if it's really the latest with this message on the 4PDA forum, currently that is V5.1.016_V1.3a)
Proper B-S-G Mod settings for Mi 5s
Anyways, I was looking for the proper settings for the Mi 5s but it seems the settings have been renamed since the OP. I currently have them set to:
Model: Pixel XL (corr)
Config camera HDR+: Pixel 2016 Zsl HDR
HDR+ parameters: Default
Manual fixed black level offset: off
Final jpg quality HDR+: 95% (Default)
Compress RAW(*.DNG): on
Is there anything I could improve in that?
And lastly, I was wondering if it's possible yet to enable motion photo's somehow? And if not is that being worked on? I think I saw it was mentioned by B-S-G on the 4PDA forum somewhere.
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Lol, there Is an updated thread about that here , on the mi 5s forum.
U shoud search better. :good:
Also this very thread Is much of the same as the camera thread, the hdr+ port thread AND the UP to date flashable hdr+ thread.

Great topic dude. I'm here to ask you about the resolution of the pictures taken by the front camera. Here, in the Google Camera the maximum resolution for a picture in the front camera is 1920x1080p otherwise in the MIUI camera app (ported) I realized that the resolution is 2688x1512 pixels! You know that there's a way to increase the resolution on the Google camera for the front camera? Because the pictures taken by the Google camera are amazing! It's a punch on miui camera!

Here are some more links for the Google camera app. I've personally found the version made specifically for the Mi5s give the best results. Better color and details overall.
https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/
https://forum.xda-developers.com/u11/themes/google-camera-hdr-ported-to-snapdragon-t3655793

No more zsl?

i must be rooted to install it?

Related

[MOD][ZIP] New Moto X Camera+/Gallery

I seen the old Moto camera posted before but not the new one. This is the stock Motorola Camera+ from the MotoX with Gallery. This is based of 5.X.X so it should work across most lollipop builds. I have tested this on stock and AOSP ROM's.
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If you want the additional options (settings) to work you must change you're build.prop on the line that says "release-keys" to "tests keys". I will upload the build.prop also, I stripped out the OEM specific junk also. The exact line in the build prop to change is :
ro.build.tags=release-keys (original)
to
ro.build.tags=test-keys (changed)
Of course all the same rules apply. Myself or XDA are NOT responsible for the lack of common sense or stupidity, resulting in bootloops or non functional devices.
**The settings I'm referring to is the little (bug) icon when you slide out the settings wheel from the right.**
- Download
- Flash (TWRP Recommended)
- Profit
- Zip Download -
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BzgUrWZ7XZ0rdmxld0RPZkJtNzg/edit?usp=docslist_api
**The build.prop is for the STOCK NEXUS 6 5.1 BUILD ONLY! If you are using a different build other then that adjust the build prop manually.
- Nexus 6 5.1 build.prop Download -
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BzgUrWZ7XZ0raVZzNF8xZE8yeTg/edit?usp=docslist_api
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oh thanks man
but can you tell us what the moto camera app have that make it special
i haven't tried the moto camera before and just wanted to know
thanks again for these work
abogrhen said:
oh thanks man
but can you tell us what the moto camera app have that make it special
i haven't tried the moto camera before and just wanted to know
thanks again for these work
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Personally, I think it takes better quality photos. Especially over the stock Google camera. The video recording is great.
DirtyDroidX said:
Personally, I think it takes better quality photos. Especially over the stock Google camera. The video recording is great.
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Just about anything is better than the Google cam. How do you think this one compares to the m9 cam?
bill3508 said:
Just about anything is better than the Google cam. How do you think this one compares to the m9 cam?
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I actually have the new HTC camera on my N6 right now and I still think this camera gives better images. I went to a instant print machine the other day. I was really impressed of the quality of the pictures when printed.
Both the HTC and the Motorola are missing HDR options. The Motorola Camera has less functionality than the HTC camera, specifically I need to be able to set focus while 4K video recording.
The burst mode is very good on this one. Overall I think ALL camera apps are missing one thing or another, which I think is very frustrating.
LCamera is outdated, has no HDR and latest dev build has issues.
F5-V is slow & buggy atm and I don't like the UI, 4K video is broken, no HDR.
Manual Camera has great UI & Control but no video recording & HDR ?!!!!
Motorola has ****ty UI, but feels polished. Burst mode works great, but no HDR. No focus control while recording video.
HTC Camera has a ****ty UI and no HDR. (But is the best one overall with focus control during 4K Video recording)
Google Camera is a joke but is the only one with working HDR.
Pick your poison.
I would love a fully functioning ColorOS camera port.
Any advice ?
Um, I can look into porting it over. It might just work if you strip the apk out of the ROM.
DirtyDroidX said:
Um, I can look into porting it over. It might just work if you strip the apk out of the ROM.
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That would be great but there already has been a port made for the oneplus one CM12 and Ive tried using that one but it just crashes on opening the app. (running CM12 myself here too)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/themes-apps/port-coloros-camera-cm11s-t3030369
Maybe you can contact the guy/girl behind that port and work something out.
I've gotten to the point where I would pay for a decent camera app for the nexus 6.
I just downloaded it. If I have time I will work on it tonight. If not ,after memorial day I will get it done. I will also put it on my github so others can use it.
Just a quick update for anyone following this thread. I gathered up some source stuff and will be starting to dive into the ColorOS camera port along side a few others.
If you have any other camera that's not functional on the N6 post it in this thread and I will look into it.
I don't think HDR+ is even possible unless your on Google camera. It's closed source
Smallsmx3 said:
I don't think HDR+ is even possible unless your on Google camera. It's closed source
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Mostly closed. HDR+ is not impossible I think it can be done. Just need the right base and proper kernel. That's in future plans of mine.
DirtyDroidX said:
Mostly closed. HDR+ is not impossible I think it can be done. Just need the right base and proper kernel. That's in future plans of mine.
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Can you check into this one I think that this would be the best cam port
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2665714
young0ne said:
Can you check into this one I think that this would be the best cam port
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2665714
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Yep, will see what I can do.
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Yep, will see what I can do.
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thanks
Can you put in the 1st post what Version number is in your zip file? For both the Moto Camera and Moto Gallery?
Does flashing zip replaces stock google camera & Gallery
DirtyDroidX said:
Just a quick update for anyone following this thread. I gathered up some source stuff and will be starting to dive into the ColorOS camera port along side a few others.
If you have any other camera that's not functional on the N6 post it in this thread and I will look into it.
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I think I'd love you forever if this became a reality.
hockeyplayr said:
I think I'd love you forever if this became a reality.
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Lol I got sidetracked with developer preview. However, I do have the ColorOS camera running on the N6, but it won't take a picture when you press the button or force closes. I pinned it down to some kernel tweaks that need to be made. So no ETA's but I'm getting there.
androiduser2011 said:
Does flashing zip replaces stock google camera & Gallery
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No,leaves it all in tact.

(Guide and share) Google camera mod setting

Hi I start this thread to share Google camera mod setting for all user
before sharing your settings
Plz mention the following
ROM name with Build date
The kernel which you are using with version number
Android Version
Screenshot of camera setting
And the name of the camera and version number of it don't use words like "latest version"
Link for camera mod Google camera mod
Link for enable Camera2 API Link
or Magisk version of Camera2 ApiLink
My setting for NEW!ARNOVA`S V5.1.018_V1.6 FINAL Official
config camera HDR+ = Nexus 6 auto
Model = Pixel 2
HDR+ parameters = High
Advance
HDR+ front cam = on
Portrait mode = on
Force stop camera after apply these setting and open camera again
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4. If anybody has a problem with this thread plz don't pm except developer of camera mod
Notice
By doing this I am not responsible for anything happen with your mobile hardware as well as software, or with you or any other, yourself is responsible for any liability occurs
we can find more Google Camera App at here.
U can increase quality of hdr+ quality of jpeg to 100%
can i use this on droidN rom?
wakaranay said:
can i use this on droidN rom?
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Try your self i also tried this cam in Cirtus caf android 7.1
pritamdutt said:
U can increase quality of hdr+ quality of jpeg to 100%
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I can but i don't want
android_smater said:
I can but i don't want
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Ok
For 8.5.7 stable?
Enviado desde mi Redmi Note 3 mediante Tapatalk
I am using Redmi Note 4 Qualcomm (global). Is it possible to get Google camera without rooted mobile ?
Without camera2 api ot possible need root for that android version 7 and up
android_smater said:
I can but i don't want
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will take a lot of space.
For high and default quality there is not much difference
risaumia said:
will take a lot of space.
For high and default quality there is not much difference
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Yap it take more sapce and the higher the quality then it take time to pic and process the pic
here my best and stable setting
NITROGEN OS
Stock Kernel
Android O
using Arnova's 5.1.018_v1.6
Model : Pixel 2 XL
HDR+ : Nexus 6 Auto
Parameter : Medium
other setting in my screenshot
Is there a working mod with PORTRAIT & stable RAW?
I'm currently using 5.1.018 BSG CAM
As I know nexus 6/6p is the best config
The other one I'm using is NO CONFIG for fast shots
johnsci911 said:
Is there a working mod with PORTRAIT & stable RAW?
I'm currently using 5.1.018 BSG CAM
As I know nexus 6/6p is the best config
The other one I'm using is NO CONFIG for fast shots
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Use ARnova cam mod 1.6
Wich are the best settings for land with Viper Os 7.1 version
Which version supports eis
The one I have installed doesn't have eis but I have enabled it in build.prop.
I'm using 1.7, how to disable the two focus sliders on the screen
risaumia said:
here my best and stable setting
NITROGEN OS
Stock Kernel
Android O
using Arnova's 5.1.018_v1.6
Model : Pixel 2 XL
HDR+ : Nexus 6 Auto
Parameter : Medium
other setting in my screenshot
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How to disable the manual focus sliders on version 1.7

[G4][Oreo] Google Camera port discussion, settings, apks

Will write some proper OP later this week
Sent from my LG-H815 using Tapatalk
Reserved#1
Best camera apk(tested by me, everything seems to be working)
https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/bsg_test4.apk
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Best settings(especially turn on minimal HDR+ smoothing!)
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this one is also quite good:
https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/GCam5.1.018-Arnova8G2-V1.7.apk
settings:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=74417844&postcount=1215
model for camera hdr+, i think is better with pixelxl or pixel2xl
but it takes really long to take 1 picture, only tested in really low light conditions with flashlight on.
now tested in daylight, there is isnt real difference in speed to take picture.
by my opinion bsg doesnt have so vivid colours as arnova. some difference in details for some pictures in favour to arnova in some to bsg
faster in low light conditions in general with bsg, better colours with arnova.
to my opinion.
daylight
INDOOR:
Arnova:
BSG:
OUTDOOR:
Arnova:
BSG:
And please no funny jokes about AlfaRomeo in snow.
bedencic said:
this one is also quite good:
https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/GCam5.1.018-Arnova8G2-V1.7.apk
settings:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=74417844&postcount=1215
model for camera hdr+, i think is better with pixelxl or pixel2xl
but it takes really long to take 1 picture, only tested in really low light conditions with flashlight on
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If you turn minimal HDR smoothing, then taking picture takes significantly faster, try that option does arnova have stabilization in video? (1080p30)
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Minto107 said:
If you turn minimal HDR smoothing, then taking picture takes significantly faster, try that option does arnova have stabilization in video? (1080p30)
Sent from my LG-H815 using Tapatalk
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yes, there is is that option (video stabilization) , but i dont see any significant difference with or without that option turned on.
arnova doesnt have minimal HDR smoothing.
Minto107 said:
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Best settings(especially turn on minimal HDR+ smoothing!)
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Thank you man!
What have you set in "model" amd "config camera hdr"?
I got it to work only with "nexus 6" and "nexus 6 hdr+ auto".
Lurensu said:
Thank you man!
What have you set in "model" amd "config camera hdr"?
I got it to work only with "nexus 6" and "nexus 6 hdr+ auto".
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Nexus 6 with hdr auto, other ones work funky for me
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Minto107 said:
Nexus 6 with hdr auto, other ones work funky for me
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Thanks.
Uh, one more thing: does portait mode work for you?
I think OP should be specific about what ROM used for the testing. Does not work on stock N tho.
There is already a Google camera port discussion thread.
Please search before posting.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/themes-apps/google-camera-hdr-t3681549/page9
vinevinz said:
I think OP should be specific about what ROM used for the testing. Does not work on stock N tho.
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Man the title says OREO..
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tulen_kobi said:
There is already a Google camera port discussion thread.
Please search before posting.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/themes-apps/google-camera-hdr-t3681549/page9
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Yes, but the other thread is general and there are people asking with lollipop, marshmallow, nougat and with both LG and AOSP ROMs so it's pretty confusing.
This is specific for Oreo (AOSCP ROM by kessaras) so we can find the best gcam app for it
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tulen_kobi said:
There is already a Google camera port discussion thread.
Please search before posting.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/themes-apps/google-camera-hdr-t3681549/page9
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Lurensu said:
Man the title says OREO..
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Yes, but the other thread is general and there are people asking with lollipop, marshmallow, nougat and with both LG and AOSP ROMs so it's pretty confusing.
This is specific for Oreo (AOSCP ROM by kessaras) so we can find the best gcam app for it
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Thanks @Lurensu for explanation keep that thread for Nougat only. Oreo is different story and it uses different settings. Plus the thread is dead already. About portrait, I wasn't able to get it to work with app I posted but it's possible as I once got it to work 100% we just need to find good apk and settings
Sent from Galaxy Tab A10 with 7300 battery ))
Minto107 said:
Thanks @Lurensu for explanation keep that thread for Nougat only. Oreo is different story and it uses different settings. Plus the thread is dead already. About portrait, I wasn't able to get it to work with app I posted but it's possible as I once got it to work 100% we just need to find good apk and settings
Sent from Galaxy Tab A10 with 7300 battery ))
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Portrait is working fine on 1.6. The same settings as for Nougat.
Any new feedback on what's the best version of the GCam for our devices?
tntnt said:
Any new feedback on what's the best version of the GCam for our devices?
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I'm still using arnova's app (1.6) since I couldn't get portarit on BSG to work.
Furthermore to me the arnova apk takes better pictures, way less noisy
I'm back on stock now so I haven't tested anything beside test4, I'll be back on Oreo next weekend and I'll write OP
Sent from Galaxy Tab A10 with 7300 battery ))
For stock rom, i use bsg final 2.4b
Model 5 and exphdr+ working well
U also use model 6 and 6 with hdr+ auto or exphdr+. Problem with this setting is when u open picture it appear some color dots on it. But open with snapseed it's ok. Working well
kim12355 said:
For stock rom, i use bsg final 2.4b
Model 5 and exphdr+ working well
U also use model 6 and 6 with hdr+ auto or exphdr+. Problem with this setting is when u open picture it appear some color dots on it. But open with snapseed it's ok. Working well
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Can you give us a link for the version that works for you? I can't find it and i would really like hdr+ on the stock rom. Thx

Camera2 API support?

Does this phone have it?
If yes, is the support enabled by default? Or do we need to root and enable it later by editing the build.prop?
Can someone with this phone post a screenshot of this app? https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.weis.camera2probe
Hi awaaas,
Looking for this phone too? I have created the lounge at kaskus, you might want to check it out. Reminds me of old days.
Unfortunately, no C2A support yet, at least not in the demo unit.
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Desmanto said:
Hi awaaas,
Looking for this phone too? I have created the lounge at kaskus, you might want to check it out. Reminds me of old days.
Unfortunately, no C2A support yet, at least not in the demo unit.
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Long time no see, bud... :highfive:
One of my relatives wants this phone, just want to make sure some of the phone's capabilities that reviewers often left out. For comparison, Redmi Note 5 Pro, the one that compared to this phone a lot, has Camera2 API support, but only if you edit the build.prop first (according to my friend that have it, I don't actually have that phone).
For me myself, I might will be still using my Mi 5s for foreseable future...
awaaas said:
Long time no see, bud... :highfive:
One of my relatives wants this phone, just want to make sure some of the phone's capabilities that reviewers often left out. For comparison, Redmi Note 5 Pro, the one that compared to this phone a lot, has Camera2 API support, but only if you edit the build.prop first (according to my friend that have it, I don't actually have that phone).
For me myself, I might will be still using my Mi 5s for foreseable future...
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:highfive: Yeah, probably several years.
If me, it is me myself who are looking for this phone. RN5P still disabled the C2A, need (temporary) root to enable it. Same with this phone, if no C2A support out of box, at least we can enable it using the same method. But there is a rumour about major OTA update at 30 April. We expect to see a lot of improvement compared to the somewhat "beta" ROM from the media review unit. Let's hope to see the C2A has been enabled in this major update.
Desmanto said:
Hi awaaas,
Looking for this phone too? I have created the lounge at kaskus, you might want to check it out. Reminds me of old days.
Unfortunately, no C2A support yet, at least not in the demo unit.
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what about slowmotion and 1080p 60fps ?
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what about slowmotion and 1080p 60fps ?
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Haven't seen it anywhere yet. Only the 4K DCI/UHD and the 1080p has EIS already in the retail unit. The camera app seems will be updated tomorrow to support it. Hopefully, we can see the C2A support too in the next update.
Gcam will not work without camera api2 ! Let's wait and see...
Hope they will update to add support soon. Don't let the stock camera app be the limiting factor of image quality!
I hope someone comes with a GCam port for this phone. As far as what I tested, the phone's rear cam is quite good (except for very low light scenarios).
Also, the front cam desperately needs better balance in colors, dynamic range. Currently, selfie quality is quite decent, the colors are not accurate/natural even under good light (skin has a red tinge). And overall, brightness, noise level etc., could be tweaked a bit too.
Any suggestions for a different app that can bring out better photos out of the front cam??
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I hope someone comes with a GCam port for this phone. As far as what I tested, the phone's rear cam is quite good (except for very low light scenarios).
Also, the front cam desperately needs better balance in colors, dynamic range. Currently, selfie quality is quite decent, the colors are not accurate/natural even under good light (skin has a red tinge). And overall, brightness, noise level etc., could be tweaked a bit too.
Any suggestions for a different app that can bring out better photos out of the front cam??
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Oneplus or MiUi camera
can anybody install thishttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.weis.camera2probe app into their ASUS Zanfone Max pro m1 & post the result here to show whether the camera h/w has the support for the Camera2Api
Here -
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Here -
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Thanks!
Is this the default settings? or do you need to edit the build.prop?
awaaas said:
Thanks!
Is this the default settings? or do you need to edit the build.prop?
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You need to edit the build.prop.
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Hey Aniket, thanks for the SS, can you install this Camera2 API Probe https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.airbeat.device.inspector app, actually, in this app its gives the individual camera parameters for both front & back camera & earlier the app link that I gave, that shows the overall result so basically it was my bad so I'm requesting you to install this app instead now this time & ost the SS once again as I want to know all the parameters for both of the cam of this hone individually.
& is it possible to install Gcam in this hone without rooting or is there any tools available like this MI A1's AIO Toolhttps://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-a1/how-to/tool-xiaomi-mi-a1-tool-drivers-unlock-t3742857 so that it can be rooted & unlocked automatically & that can be used by all the novice users, & whether all future OTA updates will be available if bootloader is unlocked & rooted & warranty will be voided or not

Gcam w/ dual lens for depth

Is there a version of Gcam that uses the dual lens for calculating the depth and then using Gcam's hdr+ enhanced. Google Pixel 2 uses split pixels for approx. the depth. Can the dual cam of Mi A1 or any other phone that has dual lens be used for calculating the depth?
The 2nd camera of the MiA1 is used for 2x zoom pics. Its not used to calculate depth of the subject in portrait mode.
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The 2nd camera of the MiA1 is used for 2x zoom pics. Its not used to calculate depth of the subject in portrait mode.
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This is wrong... stock Xiaomi's camera does use both cameras to create fake "depth" effect.
Google Camera does this through software only and does not require 2nd camera, I've never seen any hack of GCam using 2 cameras.
May be After Android Pie update.-
BtB said:
This is wrong... stock Xiaomi's camera does use both cameras to create fake "depth" effect.
Google Camera does this through software only and does not require 2nd camera, I've never seen any hack of GCam using 2 cameras.
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Android 9 was supposed to have support for dual camera. As of now there is no support for dual camera in pixel devices and since google camera is ported from pixel or nexus device so there is no port that use both camera for bokeh. there is magisk module where it use tele lens. But both camera being used simultaneously is not happening any sooner may be in future.
BtB said:
This is wrong... stock Xiaomi's camera does use both cameras to create fake "depth" effect.
Google Camera does this through software only and does not require 2nd camera, I've never seen any hack of GCam using 2 cameras.
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No, you are confused. The Mi A1 (and other Xiaomi phones like the Mi Mix 2s) uses software to create the depth of field effect. The 2nd rear camera module on the Mi A1 is used for 2x zoom only.
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No, you are confused. The Mi A1 (and other Xiaomi phones like the Mi Mix 2s) uses software to create the depth of field effect. The 2nd rear camera module on the Mi A1 is used for 2x zoom only.
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Then check 2 attached pictures taken with "portrait mode".
First one, just take the pic:
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Second one I hid 2nd objective with my finger...
Oh... No depth effect...
Software is of course used, but to combine pictures from both cameras.
barrack1 said:
The 2nd camera of the MiA1 is used for 2x zoom pics. Its not used to calculate depth of the subject in portrait mode.
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barrack1 said:
No, you are confused. The Mi A1 (and other Xiaomi phones like the Mi Mix 2s) uses software to create the depth of field effect. The 2nd rear camera module on the Mi A1 is used for 2x zoom only.
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Plus as well from http://in.c.mi.com/in/thread-843074-1-0.html :
The 50 mm telephoto lens captures the main object and 26 mm wide angle lens assists depth of field measurement. The stereoscopic imaging and deep learning algorithm then processes the individual images and produces a bokeh effect that is DSLR like in nature.
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Then check 2 attached pictures taken with "portrait mode".
First one, just take the pic:
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Second one I hid 2nd objective with my finger...
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Oh... No depth effect...
Software is of course used, but to combine pictures from both cameras.
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You're right, my mistake. I read somewhere that the MiA1 primarily uses software for the bokeh effect which was wrong.
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You're right, my mistake. I read somewhere that the MiA1 primarily uses software for the bokeh effect which was wrong.
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Actually, what you read might still be true.
Since it says that it uses "primarily" software, it could mean that 90% of the bokeh effect comes from software and it only uses 10% of the data from the 2nd camera, I have no idea how much is software and how much is hardware, but clearly it won't work with just one camera, while Google's algorithm is 100% software for sure (Pixels have single cameras).
And to get back to OP's question, from what I read, Google's algorithm is pretty damn good, so not sure there would be a benefit of using the dual lens... I've not installed the "hacks" to get Camera2 API and EIS, so I'm not using Google Camera, but if you have, I suggest you could make a test and compare both, and see which one is better.
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Actually, what you read might still be true.
Since it says that it uses "primarily" software, it could mean that 90% of the bokeh effect comes from software and it only uses 10% of the data from the 2nd camera, I have no idea how much is software and how much is hardware, but clearly it won't work with just one camera, while Google's algorithm is 100% software for sure (Pixels have single cameras).
And to get back to OP's question, from what I read, Google's algorithm is pretty damn good, so not sure there would be a benefit of using the dual lens... I've not installed the "hacks" to get Camera2 API and EIS, so I'm not using Google Camera, but if you have, I suggest you could make a test and compare both, and see which one is better.
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It was a while ago, and thinking at length about it, I could be wrong on remembering that it was primarily software as well. Not where I read it from but more info about portrait mode:
https://www.xda-developers.com/how-to-enable-portrait-mode-on-any-phone/
Gcam is very useful for indoor/low light photos, the difference is quite noticeable. No permanent root or hacks to do get gcam.
Roughly all you have to do is run 2 commands as root to get gcam working. If you know how to boot to twrp and use adb shell its very easy. The part about locking back the bootloader is optional, but you can relock it if you want . Locking/unlocking will delete data unless you press some buttons down so its better to make backups first.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-a1/how-to/root-enable-camera2api-eis-t3749541

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