Is Poco front camera 20mp or 5mp? - Xiaomi Poco F1 Questions & Answers

Can someone with more knowledge explain this to me...
Not that I care a lot about the front camera but on Pocophone website the front camera is advertised as 20 mp but when I use Gcam or any hardware info app, the front camera has only 5mp, why?

It's actually a 20mp sensor . either hardware info app or gcam are getting information of IR camera which is 5mp or other thing could be that as it does pixel binning (4 pixels into 1 for better low light photography) thus 20mp into 5mp

fastmix said:
Can someone with more knowledge explain this to me...
Not that I care a lot about the front camera but on Pocophone website the front camera is advertised as 20 mp but when I use Gcam or any hardware info app, the front camera has only 5mp, why?
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Gcam is limited to 5mp by Google.

It's because of pixel binning..
4pixel = 1 pixel
20mp=5mp

Zkato said:
It's because of pixel binning..
4pixel = 1 pixel
20mp=5mp
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No its just limitation of camera2api
Try to use gcam and after stock camera app (take a front camera picture) you will see the difference..

If u have a doubt try other camera apps
What is the main point in camera is quality
N u r getting that . So that's it bro
N appreciate that guy who have ported this app
For his hard work
So bro don't see other things when you are getting best quality ...

shahzaan_don said:
If u have a doubt try other camera apps
What is the main point in camera is quality
N u r getting that . So that's it bro
N appreciate that guy who have ported this app
For his hard work
So bro don't see other things when you are getting best quality ...
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I am not complaining about the Gcam port, actually that is great to have, my question comes because I have an app called Devcheck that shows info about the hardware and there too the front camera shows only 5mp.
Can Anyone suggest an hardware app that detect the front camera as a 20mp?

You can confirm the specs cameras with device info HW app.

fflynt said:
You can confirm the specs cameras with device info HW app.
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Great thanks

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Pixel 3 Google Camera - GCAM port for Poco F1

Hi all,
Will be any chance to port the GCam from Pixel 3 for Poco F1?
Many thanks
Well we will get one but need time for xda wizards to do their magic
Pixel 3 Camera port might fix the low light photo problems etc with that ai night sight. The features are all software based and so they should work on the port might as well due to similar hardware except forthe custom Visual Core chip. Definitely looking forward to test modes like TOP SHOT, PHOTOBOOTH , NIGHT SIGHT, SUPER RES ZOOM on the port
anvesh583 said:
Pixel 3 Camera port might fix the low light photo problems etc with that ai night sight. The features are all software based and so they should work on the port might as well due to similar hardware except forthe custom Visual Core chip. Definitely looking forward to test modes like TOP SHOT, PHOTOBOOTH , NIGHT SIGHT, SUPER RES ZOOM on the port
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And better front camera support (which is not 5 mp)
Hoping this comes true.
r0ngm0sal0 said:
And better front camera support (which is not 5 mp)
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It will always be 5mp since there is pixel binning of 5mp x 4 = 20mp
---------- Post added at 12:02 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:02 PM ----------
B-S-G is already working on Gcam 6.0, and I am alpha testing it. Should take few more days for beta to come out.
mohan_168 said:
It will always be 5mp since there is pixel binning of 5mp x 4 = 20mp
---------- Post added at 12:02 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:02 PM ----------
B-S-G is already working on Gcam 6.0, and I am alpha testing it. Should take few more days for beta to come out.
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Can you provide me where I can find the alpha version because I want to be a part of alpha tester??i
Please improve the shutter speed in next Gcam version for POCO F1... It lags too much at night
Also improve the image stabilization in video
Really disappointed with 5 mp front cam... Result is not good... Improve it
Sovanpaul87 said:
Please improve the shutter speed in next Gcam version for POCO F1... It lags too much at night
Also improve the image stabilization in video
Really disappointed with 5 mp front cam... Result is not good... Improve it
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Set the minimum shutter speed to 1/20 or faster.
If you're disappointed with the front cam, complain to Xiaomi, not the people here.
Sovanpaul87 said:
Please improve the shutter speed in next Gcam version for POCO F1... It lags too much at night
Also improve the image stabilization in video
Really disappointed with 5 mp front cam... Result is not good... Improve it
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Really disappointed? I'm not sure if your saying that just because it says 5MP in the camera or your actual front camera performs bad but GCam takes very good Front camera photos on my Poco F1.
Sovanpaul87 said:
Please improve the shutter speed in next Gcam version for POCO F1... It lags too much at night
Also improve the image stabilization in video
Really disappointed with 5 mp front cam... Result is not good... Improve it
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If you are disappointed, then use MIUI Stock camera. Nobody is forcing you to use Gcam mod.
If you want shutter speed, then set your exposure to 1/16 at night.
Here is the test version of pixel 3 camera. Only for test.
https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/MGC_6.1.009_MI8_V0.apk
hero355 said:
Here is the test version of pixel 3 camera. Only for test.
https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/MGC_6.1.009_MI8_V0.apk
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Nothing is working on stock ROM.
mohan_168 said:
If you are disappointed, then use MIUI Stock camera. Nobody is forcing you to use Gcam mod.
If you want shutter speed, then set your exposure to 1/16 at night.
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That's a rude reply... I complained here because someone in the comment section claimed himself as an alpha tester of next gcam 6.0 mod ... Btw what I should use is my concern it's none of your business... Learn some manners first then reply
Dude, it already mention that ZSL is not working. You gonna have to bear with it untill it properly fix
Sovanpaul87 said:
That's a rude reply... I complained here because someone in the comment section claimed himself as an alpha tester of next gcam 6.0 mod ... Btw what I should use is my concern it's none of your business... Learn some manners first then reply
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If something was rude here it was your complaining and demanding tone for something that is offered free, just saying...
Sovanpaul87 said:
That's a rude reply... I complained here because someone in the comment section claimed himself as an alpha tester of next gcam 6.0 mod ... Btw what I should use is my concern it's none of your business... Learn some manners first then reply
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First stop *****ing. The developer who mods owes you nothing. If you find something not working, report it as an issue and submit the logs. Stop whining like a kid.
Jaco2k said:
If something was rude here it was your complaining and demanding tone for something that is offered free, just saying...
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Everyone has the right to complain...free or paid doesn't matter.... Haven't you ever complained about an app which you download from play store?? They are free too
Just saying
Best to ignore people like Sovanpaul87, the majority of us really appreciate all the work devs do for our devices.
Also hyped for Gcam 6!
8.1 support now available on bsg gcam thread.
Download V1 GCAM 6.1 use pixel 3 under camera settings

Google Camera 6.1[ no root] VS Pocophone's Stock Camera Comparison

Hi,
A very special thanks to B-S-G for making pixel 3 camera port for Poco F1 and
Also Sreekant(XDA senior Member) for letting us know and for links.
Google camera 6.1 is just a beast
When I took some night/low light shots from both gcam6.1 and Poco F1's stock camera I really shocked how good the night mode is.
And I'm also a small growing YouTuber so pls Checkout my channel,that would be too helpful and I really do appreciate it.
night mode comparison- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bDUewxMgQGo&t=0s
normal comparison poco f1 stock camera vs gcam 6.1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psWg1z18uQU
Direct google dive link for Gcam 6.1 -
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1irMIkSXJx6pfJ_ADNUClRUWLDID3DGln/view
Link to Night sight enabled Gcam6.1- https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=11410963190603844928
Sreekant's Thread link -
https://forum.xda-developers.com/poco-f1/themes/b-s-g-google-camera-port-developed-mi-8-t3843130
And
Please check my camera comparison between Poco F1's stock camera and Gcam 6.1 with no root
Link to that video -
https://youtu.be/psWg1z18uQU
I have also included some screen shots from my YouTube video in this thread so You tell me how so the came out(Poco F1's stock camera vs Gcam6.1)
What about portrait mode and background isolation ?
kareem19 said:
What about portrait mode and background isolation ?
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There are no major improvements in portrait modes!! Just minor improvement but are not noticeable!! They are just as Good as previous Google camera mod!! So only I didn't included then in my video! Hope you get it
pran8 said:
There are no major improvements in portrait modes!! Just minor improvement but are not noticeable!! They are just as Good as previous Google camera mod!! So only I didn't included then in my video! Hope you get it
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The rear camera has no difference but the selife in front camera is much better with gcam
kareem19 said:
The rear camera has no difference but the selife in front camera is much better with gcam
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Yep. Front camera is where you can notice how bad Stock camera struggles with light exposure. Whereas there's no problem on Gcam.
Please check attached photos, clearly MI 6 wins, even without Gcam. Stock camera HDR on Poco is useless unfortunately
**nevermind
Is it just me or rear potrait mode isn't working?
Front is working like a charm but not rear.
Saleem117 said:
Is it just me or rear potrait mode isn't working?
Front is working like a charm but not rear.
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Nope rear also working for me but blur effect is not as much!!
And it's barely noticeable
Nice.,,,
Gotta try this one.
Has anyone compared the video quality on both cameras? Which one is the go?
Impressive,really do good job in low light.
Sorry but... Dont know why you All are so happy with the Port. Its slow... Standard Pictures issue to take 2 or 3 seconds... After 3 shots the App halts. Yes the Image Quality is good but there is no WAY to Make serious images with IT...
Will this work on miui 10? I tried clicking pictures with this v6.1 but it was not working
22sumit said:
Will this work on miui 10? I tried clicking pictures with this v6.1 but it was not working
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Works on mine, everything but the slow-mo camera which just crashes...
Saleem117 said:
Is it just me or rear potrait mode isn't working?
Front is working like a charm but not rear.
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the potrait only works on human subjects
finran said:
Sorry but... Dont know why you All are so happy with the Port. Its slow... Standard Pictures issue to take 2 or 3 seconds... After 3 shots the App halts. Yes the Image Quality is good but there is no WAY to Make serious images with IT...
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You've probably not configured it probably
Excuse me? I haven’t configured it proberly?
Are you kiddin me ? Sorry I expected to use a camera app as it comes for the device... my fault. You`re right Next time i’m Gonna configure it correct before using it. Didn’t expect it was windows what we were talking about.
I’m fine if you tell me this app needs a pie rom for best usage and indeed i only tried it on Miui 10 beta so far - but on miui10 it sucks. As i installed in in more than one version.
Edit:
I don`t want to miscredit the developer of the app in general. I really appriciate his work here. I would love to use it really - but cant in daily usage. thats all i wanted to say.
raydialseeker113 said:
You've probably not configured it probably
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How to enable mirror image on gcam?
In settings the front camera says 5 megapixels and can't be changed higher than that. Are the photos in 5 megapixels or is it just a visual bug.

Asus Zenfone 6 Google Camera APK/Gcam Mod

Asus Zenfone 6 Google Camera APK/Gcam Mod.
Anyone with Zenfone 6 please share the compatibility with Gcam 6.1 or 6.2. This phone has near stock android and Sony IMX 586 sensor so i think it will have great gcam support. I wonder if third party camera app will be able to trigger the flip camera, for example shooting selfie with the 48mp camera using gcam.
Updated : 12/06/19 : Asus is sending Zenfone 6 to @Arnova8G2 for development https://www.xda-developers.com/asus-zenfone-6-custom-rom-twrp-lineageos/
Arnova release the first gcam for Zenfone 6, supports 48MP HDR+ Enhanced https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/dev-arnova8G2-beta/#apk935
Arnova8G2 said:
This is a first version of test the next version will be better.
For good use
- clean the app cache
in the settings (Option HDR +)
RAW Format = RAW10
Image Format = YUV_420_888
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You may want to try GCam for Mi9 or OP7 since they have the same sensor
I'm keen to see the results.
I'm curious what kind of Camera2Api lvl is available. I hope it's full LEVEL_3.
BykuAllmighty said:
I'm curious what kind of Camera2Api lvl is available. I hope it's full LEVEL_3.
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Level 2 according to TechTablets: https://youtu.be/GMplpTGC4vY?t=440
wjelo said:
Level 2 according to TechTablets:
?t=440
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I'm a little naive on what the different levels mean. What is the significance of level 2
AndroidUK2016 said:
I'm a little naive on what the different levels mean. What is the significance of level 2
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Theoretically we shouldn't be able to shoot RAW, but from the information i've gathered we can shoot raw in stock camera app. I don't know how's the situation in 3rd party apps.
I'm worried a bit about gcam now. How will it work without full level_3 support.
BykuAllmighty said:
Theoretically we shouldn't be able to shoot RAW, but from the information i've gathered we can shoot raw in stock camera app. I don't know how's the situation in 3rd party apps.
I'm worried a bit about gcam now. How will it work without full level_3 support.
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Many phones also have full support instead of level 3 and gcam works fine. Including zenfone 5z.
Without raw support, (sony phone) the gcam will not work.
BykuAllmighty said:
Theoretically we shouldn't be able to shoot RAW, but from the information i've gathered we can shoot raw in stock camera app. I don't know how's the situation in 3rd party apps.
I'm worried a bit about gcam now. How will it work without full level_3 support.
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Dunno much about this stuff but I downloaded the Camera2 API Probe app on my Xiaomi Mix 3 just to see what the results are, and they are the same as the ones in TechTablet's Zenfone 6 video. And GCam works perfectly fine on my Mix 3. So it should work on the Zenfone 6 as well. The question that remains is, will the camera flip when switching to selfie cam in GCam? I haven't seen anyone test GCam on this phone yet.
jericho246 said:
Dunno much about this stuff but I downloaded the Camera2 API Probe app on my Xiaomi Mix 3 just to see what the results are, and they are the same as the ones in TechTablet's Zenfone 6 video. And GCam works perfectly fine on my Mix 3. So it should work on the Zenfone 6 as well. The question that remains is, will the camera flip when switching to selfie cam in GCam? I haven't seen anyone test GCam on this phone yet.
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Yeah, that is surprising.
On my zenfone 5z, I'm using this version and it works perfectly.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/10w7ZLo6IzOCToB1dlZiSm-aVbxd6YL3T/view?usp=drivesdk
It's based on arnova last 6.2.024 version with aux support. Should work on zenfone 6.
jericho246 said:
Dunno much about this stuff but I downloaded the Camera2 API Probe app on my Xiaomi Mix 3 just to see what the results are, and they are the same as the ones in TechTablet's Zenfone 6 video. And GCam works perfectly fine on my Mix 3. So it should work on the Zenfone 6 as well. The question that remains is, will the camera flip when switching to selfie cam in GCam? I haven't seen anyone test GCam on this phone yet.
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Tested, the camera switch works great but the app is overall laggish and takes no picture
Pipould said:
Tested, the camera switch works great but the app is overall laggish and takes no picture
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Interesting. I think it's because of the SD855 chipset. Which version did you test? If you don't mind, try this one https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/gcamera/MGC_6.1.021_RazerPhone2_V1c.apk according to cstark it works on the SD855 Samsung Galaxy S10e.
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Interesting. I think it's because of the SD855 chipset. Which version did you test? If you don't mind, try this one https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/gcamera/MGC_6.1.021_RazerPhone2_V1c.apk according to cstark it works on the SD855 Samsung Galaxy S10e.
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This one might be worse than the previous in the sense that the image hangs after a few seconds :/
Pipould said:
This one might be worse than the previous in the sense that the image hangs after a few seconds :/
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Something that happened on zenfone 5z in the past becuase of the buffer lag issue in viewfinder. Did you tried changing image format to yuv instead of jpeg?
mickey36736 said:
Something that happened on zenfone 5z in the past becuase of the buffer lag issue in viewfinder. Did you tried changing image format to yuv instead of jpeg?
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Nearly same story, possible to take pictures but no hdr whatsoever
Bagaimana cara buat wu sendiri
I'd suggest trying ones that work on the Xiaomi Mi 9.
It's SD855 and the same camera module.
I did a lot of tries with unfortunately no luck. Seems the camera is overall inferior to the Mi8 which is somewhat disappointing :/
Pipould said:
I did a lot of tries with unfortunately no luck. Seems the camera is overall inferior to the Mi8 which is somewhat disappointing :/
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Doubtful.
mudnightoil said:
Doubtful.
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Well, the base camera overexpose, hdr mode create ghosting on moving subjects... On Mi8 GCam makes magic, rarely missed pictures

Realme Camera Port

Do we have realme camera port ? since gcam is not doesn't support all sensor provided it would be great if someone can provide realme camera port
huttui said:
Do we have realme camera port ? since gcam is not doesn't support all sensor provided it would be great if someone can provide realme camera port
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You can find Gcam ports with all lenses working on Telegram.
J-Mizzle said:
You can find Gcam ports with all lenses working on Telegram.
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That's true about the lenses.
Unfortunately I couldn't find a Gcam port with working 64MP mode though...
Does somebody know whether that exists already?
Urnyx05 gcam
I have been using Urnyx05 gcam for past couple of weeks and it's good , support all 4 lenses good for general uses https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/cfiles/gcm1/GCam_7.3.018_Urnyx05-v2.1.apk
Arno_Nuehm said:
That's true about the lenses.
Unfortunately I couldn't find a Gcam port with working 64MP mode though...
Does somebody know whether that exists already?
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You won't find working 64mp on any Gcam port. You can get all lenses working and I believe a max of 48mp. That will still get you good photos. Higher megapixels doesn't always mean better pictures. I think you'd be satisfied.
J-Mizzle said:
You won't find working 64mp on any Gcam port. You can get all lenses working and I believe a max of 48mp. That will still get you good photos. Higher megapixels doesn't always mean better pictures. I think you'd be satisfied.
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I'm using Urnyx05's GCam port for some months now and am really satisfied. Still I would like to use the full resolution of the sensor to have more detail and be able to zoom in closer. Also using all the Quad Bayer features of the sensor would come in very handy. Otherwise it's just a waste of potential.
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I'm using Urnyx05's GCam port for some months now and am really satisfied. Still I would like to use the full resolution of the sensor to have more detail and be able to zoom in closer. Also using all the Quad Bayer features of the sensor would come in very handy. Otherwise it's just a waste of potential.
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Unfortunately to use 64mp you would need to be running stock. I feel you tho, I run AOSP ROMs without Gapps, so I'm limited to just the main sensor at 16mp.
https://thedise.me/dmgc/
work 64mp
SAZONISCHE said:
https://thedise.me/dmgc/
work 64mp
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I tried that one and couldn't get even all cameras to work. Can you write a short guide on how you got the 4 cameras and 64MP main camera working please?
Could you please port stock realme xt camera . ? I am using custom rom so i want to have option to use stock camera too ! Thanks and regards
Aayush16 said:
I have been using Urnyx05 gcam for past couple of weeks and it's good , support all 4 lenses good for general uses https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/cfiles/gcm1/GCam_7.3.018_Urnyx05-v2.1.apk
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I cannot get the 4K video working at all,
it crushes & shuts down.
have you tried that?
I reported at:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=83781077&postcount=2600
when change video res to 4K, it crashes and app shuts down
Dear Friends & Developers,
I installed it.
It works great except when I change the video res to 4K, app shuts down, whereas it works in full hd .
I was wondering if it can be fixed.
because I enjoy other functions of the program and I appreciate very much for the hard work.
I hope you fix it so that I could use your program rather than the phones default cam which takes 4K videos without any problem
all the best
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abhigya708 said:
Could you please port stock realme xt camera . ? I am using custom rom so i want to have option to use stock camera too ! Thanks and regards
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Not going to happen. Only way to use stock camera is with stock firmware. If you want all working lenses on a custom rom then you will need Urnyx05 gcam.
Well, it is not what the OP asked for, but there are two free and open source Apps that can help with the Camera:
1. Open Camera - go into settings and enable Camera API V2. the quality of the pictures and videos are good.
2. FDcam - it allows you to use all the cameras, except for the depth camera. They all work.
Unfortunately, none of them get get more than 16Mpixels out of the main camera.

Question Are there any viable custom GCam options for the Pixel 6?

I have yet to see anyone post any application and hoping someone has some information.
My previous Pixel had a GCam that worked tons better than the official camera app.
legend221 said:
I have yet to see anyone post any application and hoping someone has some information.
My previous Pixel had a GCam that worked tons better than the official camera app.
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MWP GCam APKs - Google Camera Port
Modified Google Camera app by MWP.
www.celsoazevedo.com
What? Surely the camera app in Pixels is Gcam?
RobbyRobbb said:
What? Surely the camera app in Pixels is Gcam?
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That's correct but there are custom and modified versions of the GCam app.
legend221 said:
My previous Pixel had a GCam that worked tons better than the official camera app.
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I can't compare to older Pixels but I tend to agree the 6 camera is a letdown. My old Moto couldn't do Camera2 stuff or night photography but at least it gave me macro, common EV controls, and warm colors with quality jpegs. What impresses me most about Pixel 6 camera is its digital zoom sharpness.
nutzcase said:
What is a Gcam?
Can you capture ghost with that?
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Yes! as long as the ghost is surrounded by dust, airborne debris, cat hairs...
Lughnasadh said:
MWP GCam APKs - Google Camera Port
Modified Google Camera app by MWP.
www.celsoazevedo.com
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Thank you, I used Nikita's 8.2 on my Pixel 2 XL but when I tried it on my Pixel 6 it would snap a shot but not save it onto the internal memory.
Is there a specific build that you recommend or that works?
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I can't compare to older Pixels but I tend to agree the 6 camera is a letdown. My old Moto couldn't do Camera2 stuff or night photography but at least it gave me macro, common EV controls, and warm colors with quality jpegs. What impresses me most about Pixel 6 camera is its digital zoom sharpness.
Yes! as long as the ghost is surrounded by dust, airborne debris, cat hairs...
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You can capture some great shots but the processing is I feel it falls behind even the older hardware and Pixel phones. I haven't seen it personally but others have mentioned it online and on expert reviews.
No wonder Marques crowned the Pixel 5A best Smartphone Camera a few months back.
This is where the 6A can dominate over the P6 and P6 Pro since it will have the same hardware.
legend221 said:
Thank you, I used Nikita's 8.2 on my Pixel 2 XL but when I tried it on my Pixel 6 it would snap a shot but not save it onto the internal memory.
Is there a specific build that you recommend or that works?
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I've been using the latest... Gcam_8.4.300.v1_beta3
Yes its working and now saving the photos. I think this app is a true gem and I'm glad it's working great on our Pixel 6 after using it on the P2 XL for years.

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