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Front Camera Video P20 Overexposed / Soft

Hi
Will Huawei fix the overexposed soft image quality of the selfie camera on this phone.
I am still on 8.1.0.103 and wondering if its been fixed in one of the newer updates as it is really disappointing

Not sure they think it's broken, it was obviously designed to do this on purpose. I know a lot of people that use beauty mode. It is rather annoying though as it can't be disabled for those that don't want to be enhanced to Ken doll like proportions lol
If you hit the photo mode rather than the default portrait mode for front camera it does help a bit. Definitely better than portrait mode. I do hope that a future update will add more control over the processing, but I won't bank on it.

I've tried many different camera apps, and the overexposure and softening occur as soon as the camera detects a face. Haven't been able to find a solution yet.

prowsterz said:
I've tried many different camera apps, and the overexposure and softening occur as soon as the camera detects a face. Haven't been able to find a solution yet.
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im 99% sure it can be disabled with root - its got to be a setting that detects faces.
we;d need someone to go through the source (if they ever release it)
once i root my p20 ill stalk around to try and find a property.

Sorry, i dont have phone yet. But, if you use some other camera application, will it be the same problem?

Its definitely a setting built into the kernel/source code because using another camera app will not override the setting. It only focuses on the subject (face) and blurs out the background which should not be the case

I have rooted P20 pro, and there is a ton of properties and definitions xml files for different modes and effects in odm/camera folder. For example there is something called "casiobeauty" among others But, to mess with those parameters someone has to have knowledge. So, i guess effects can be modified, if there ever will be someone of knowledge and will to do it

You all may want to install CameraMX from PlayStore.
It gives out high resolution and high qualoty images. Selfies taken by it are noticeably sharper than the p20 pro stock camera. Also, there is a slider to adjust exposure for the front cam (something that is missing from the stock). In addition, the app also supports HDR for the selfie cam as well.
You can give it a try...

mulkman said:
Hi
Will Huawei fix the overexposed soft image quality of the selfie camera on this phone.
I am still on 8.1.0.103 and wondering if its been fixed in one of the newer updates as it is really disappointing
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it was fixed in .120

Kusznier said:
it was fixed in .120
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What region? I am currently using the .120 for C636 but there is still the annoying overexposure and lack of details esp in groufies

You all might want to use the CameraMX app... I use it on all my selfies now. Ive compared it with the stock front cam and it's way way way better. See for yourself...

Archer Casio said:
You all might want to use the CameraMX app... I use it on all my selfies now. Ive compared it with the stock front cam and it's way way way better. See for yourself...
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very cheap quality sorry bro!
I hope overexpo fixed in next update!

Kusznier said:
it was fixed in .120
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It's better in 120 but definitely not fixed.

kabirjedi said:
very cheap quality sorry bro!
I hope overexpo fixed in next update!
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Uploaded the wrong photos the last time sorry..
For the photos below, the washed out one is taken with the front camera native app. The better one is with cameraMX app.
Note: No editing done, same lighting condition, almost the same hand position, same angle.
It is very evident that the native camera app is washed out/overexposed.
Well, the CameraMX photo isnt perfect but for me, it is 80% better than the stock camera.

Archer Casio said:
Uploaded the wrong photos the last time sorry..
For the photos below, the washed out one is taken with the front camera native app. The better one is with cameraMX app.
Note: No editing done, same lighting condition, almost the same hand position, same angle.
It is very evident that the native camera app is washed out/overexposed.
Well, the CameraMX photo isnt perfect but for me, it is 80% better than the stock camera.
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Hi - Is everyone certain this is a SW issue? I don't know a ton about cameras but is it possible there are defective front facing cameras on a bunch of these devices?

Hobartwash said:
Hi - Is everyone certain this is a SW issue? I don't know a ton about cameras but is it possible there are defective front facing cameras on a bunch of these devices?
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Hi, I'm pretty much sure it's a software issue as the original photo can look so much better when you edit it. And, you can also use other camera apps

There is a workaround on the overexposed p20 front camera images using the Google Photos Editor App
(I've read it from another XDA thread).
The results are stunning! It's almost as if the photos were taken using an actual Google Pixel front camera! (In my opinion)
I suppose the image enhancement algorithm for the Google Photos app is similar to the image post-processing of Google Pixel phones.
Note: Google Photos is commonly preinstalled along with Gmail, Hangouts, GMaps.
Step 1 - Snap a selfie using the native app
Step 2 - Preview the photo and click the (...) at the bottom right
Step 3 - Click Advanced Edit ---> Select Google Photos
Step 4 - Select the second icon next to the filters menu.
You will find 3 sliders (Light, Color, and Pop)
Step 5 - Slide Pop all the way up, as well as Color.
You may tweak the settings more for Color and Light too!
(There are more options when you expand it)
Step 6 - Click Save.
Find sample photos below:

Just got a P20 Pro and this is seriously my biggest hate with this phone! The rest is great (except my google pay not working) but the front camera makes me look like a ghost on any image!

I'm on update 128 and the front camera still overexposed.

srgank said:
I'm on update 128 and the front camera still overexposed.
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Yes, I second that.

Slow Shutter speed issue - Horrible blurry photos

Whenever I shot a photo from front or back camera, it either doesn't focus at all or takes shaked photos, even when I seem stable with little motion, resulting in bad photo due low shutter speed. Does anyone else experience the same? Is it some hardware issue or it is software? The photos are usually blurry and overexposed. It seems like phone needs a tripod even with 'good light'. It results when I shoot the photo only, because in preview before I take the photo, everything seems focused.
The configuration I see in metadata is usualy 1/20 of shutterspeed with 400 of ISO, AI desabled. Mate 20 lite supports 3200 ISO, so what's the deal? I had Nexus 5X before, and I never experienced such an issue. In low light it was grainy, but focused with 3 years old Nexus 5X, what's with the mate 20 lite?

1. What are the results with the AI mode enabled?
2. Have you tried using the 'Pro' mode where you can adjust the ISO etc?
3. Can you upload full resolution images somewhere? I use imgit.org as it keeps exif data, but whatever works for you.

Hi, having the same "issue", also when trying to capture details (almost Macro photo) camera cant focus correctly....i went from a P9 to the Mate 20 Lite and i'm a little disapointed with the camera quality....hope that the problem it's some sort of configuration....

I always use Gcam.
I use stock app only for extremely lightened scenarios, not even with night mode (with AI stabilizer) because the quality's not the best.

Haxseeder1 said:
I always use Gcam.
I use stock app only for extremely lightened scenarios, not even with night mode (with AI stabilizer) because the quality's not the best.
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Is it possible to install gcam on not routed device.
My mate 20 lite is not routed and a I wold like to try gcam.

giancaleone said:
Is it possible to install gcam on not routed device.
My mate 20 lite is not routed and a I wold like to try gcam.
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I use this old version (it works with Kirin 710)
https://mega.nz/#!ZMAmTQxT!IN0R1KQk_BHJ7rihdLArGd-v4REIssEkk1k2vA571zE
It doesn't have HDR mode and night sight but I get much better results than with stock camera app.
Try it you don't need a rooted device.

Haxseeder1 said:
I use this old version (it works with Kirin 710)
https://mega.nz/#!ZMAmTQxT!IN0R1KQk_BHJ7rihdLArGd-v4REIssEkk1k2vA571zE
It doesn't have HDR mode and night sight but I get much better results than with stock camera app.
Try it you don't need a rooted device.
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Great it sounds good.
I tried it, and the quality of immage is better, thisphone have a good camera I hope to solve with andrid 9

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giancaleone said:
Great it sounds good.
I tried it, and the quality of immage is better, thisphone have a good camera I hope to solve with andrid 9
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Does Google camera works on this phone

yourmum151 said:
Does Google camera works on this phone
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yes, it works but an old version posted in this thread

giancaleone said:
yes, it works but an old version posted in this thread
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... and to me didn't make visible difference. Hope soon we can try version with working Hdr+ and other gCam features.
Sent from my SNE-LX1 using Tapatalk

forbidden8 said:
... and to me didn't make visible difference. Hope soon we can try version with working Hdr+ and other gCam features.
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In some dark pictures, the difference is bigger between stock app and gcam app. Try taking a picture with flashlight with both apps in the night and you'll see the difference. (The difference is not only in that case)

Haxseeder1 said:
In some dark pictures, the difference is bigger between stock app and gcam app. Try taking a picture with flashlight with both apps in the night and you'll see the difference. (The difference is not only in that case)
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Maybe you're right, but i didn't use flash too often. In other hand, maybe have little more details in low light situations but with more noise compared to stock camera app. Even on day shots in shadow area visible noise to me.
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In some pictures I take with stock camera (specially in dark situations) there's a blue tone rounding the photo and it's horrible. I prefer to take photos with gcam than Huawei cam. I hope Huawei solve the low quality of the cam in an update.
I had the P20 lite before Mate20 Lite and it took better pictures than Mate20 (even with the higher specifications of the Mate 20)

Google camera settings

If you have found the perfect gcam mod and settings combination, please share it.
For all the 6.1 / 6.2 versions I have tried, there was one or more of the options not working.
The BSG build 2e worked best so far.

This one right here works very well for me .......:good:
https://mega.nz/#!qVAknaCC!lunOCvRfbHhySCHFg0Qo6LjsPQTiZmCb49lvdNMgBnw
Have Fun & Enjoy.....:good:

Hi,
Do you think other Lens (tele and ultrawide) will be supported soon ?

Duncan1982 said:
This one right here works very well for me .......:good:
https://mega.nz/#!qVAknaCC!lunOCvRfbHhySCHFg0Qo6LjsPQTiZmCb49lvdNMgBnw
Have Fun & Enjoy.....:good:
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Thanks a lot for this link !
It's the first gcam 7, I could install.
* Most features work for me.
* Night sight camera (preview) is 90 degree rotated, but the images are correct.
* With the auxiliary camera (enable 2nd and 3rd lens), the app crashes when selecting one of the other lenses.
* After crashing, I can not open the app anymore. I had to delete the app's data files to start it up again anew.
Unfortunately, it this gcam version can not work with the 64MP camera.
Great share.

Any chance to have the support of the tele and ultrawide Lens ? Tried many different releases of GCAM for several device but none of them was working with Realme X2 Pro 3rd lens...

Wgere can we find latest versions of the gcam port ?

Find this site but there is no X2 Pro GCAM release dedicated to this device for the moment.
https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/

Gcam very unstable for me, photos seem to be fine but video just crashes out on my X2 Pro 12gb variant

asidhowz said:
Gcam very unstable for me, photos seem to be fine but video just crashes out on my X2 Pro 12gb variant
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There's a thread for the best GCam for our device in the apps forum. Which one were you using?

Thanks, using Gcam7.3.018_Greatness.Build2.1.apk

asidhowz said:
Thanks, using Gcam7.3.018_Greatness.Build2.1.apk
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That one works fine for me, with the exception that the video isn't working for the telephoto lens, but nothing crashes.
Maybe explain what's happening in more detail

adsubzero said:
That one works fine for me, with the exception that the video isn't working for the telephoto lens, but nothing crashes.
Maybe explain what's happening in more detail
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For stock camera's also, Realme doesn't use a zoom lens for video,
try to close the lens while shooting the video to know what lens to use, *maybe the (hardware) zoom lens on the x2 pro really can't record video

Question Xiaomi Mi 11 Camera problem

Hello everyone
Got myself Xiaomi Mi 11 but the camera really suc*.
Taking pictures using the main 27MP (108MP) of people faces is a pain and when zooming the photos i see loss of fine details and in most cases faces come out underexposed or out of focus (same issue with S20 Ultra).
Even tap to focus not really helpful.
On the other hand taking photos of objects with or without Ai not showing the issue.
Anyone else facing the same?

Have this issue like you.

truly odd, if im using the Pro Mode without changing any values the image quality is better, not perfect but better

You need to use GCam

PandaKiller said:
You need to use GCam
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can't find one that actually work...can you share one?

[App] Arnova8G2's Google Camera Port
Google Camera Port by @Arnova8G2 This is a support thread for apks created by Arnova8G2. Here you'll find basic instructions on how to use this port and how to properly report bugs. Compatibility: - The camera2 api needs to be enabled; - Most...
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GUARDIANBD said:
can't find one that actually work...can you share one?
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https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/dev-bsg/f/dl11/
Changelog:
- Separate video sessions for each module and separately for Timelaps. Stabilization should no longer turn off on its own.
- Fixed Mi11 issue where the video finder would freeze.
- Fixed the problem of switching between additional front modules.
- Fixed shortcuts.

i can confirm that it works perfectly.
Now I'll test it thanks a bunch!

Question best gcam version for Realme 8 4g with G95 chipset?

What is the best gcam version for Realme 8 4g with G95 chipset?

Gcam 8.1.101.345618084 is the one I have and it works perfectly fine on Realme 8.

crimson666glory said:
Gcam 8.1.101.345618084 is the one I have and it works perfectly fine on Realme 8
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crimson666glory said:
Gcam 8.1.101.345618084 is the one I have and it works perfectly fine on Realme 8.
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Can you share link....

Abhayabhi4721 said:
Can you share link....
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I don't have original source,don't remember where I downloaded from but I kept APK on my phone so here you go.
Google Camera 8.1 For Realme 8
MediaFire is a simple to use free service that lets you put all your photos, documents, music, and video in a single place so you can access them anywhere and share them everywhere.
www.mediafire.com

crimson666glory said:
I don't have original source,don't remember where I downloaded from but I kept APK on my phone so here you go.
Google Camera 8.1 For Realme 8
MediaFire is a simple to use free service that lets you put all your photos, documents, music, and video in a single place so you can access them anywhere and share them everywhere.
www.mediafire.com
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is there a config file available? On normal HDR (not enhanced) i get dark photos

Tomar777 said:
is there a config file available? On normal HDR (not enhanced) i get dark photos
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I'm not sure. HDR and HDR+ Enhanced are both okay for me,even at lower light pictures. I'll test it in the morning again

So after some of testing i found that HDR works good until the light gets lower, then it shoots very dark photos. I could not fix that via mod settings, tried everything.
HDR Enhanced on lower lighting shoots kinda nightshots but with purple tinting all over.
Nightsight does the job just fine and selfies are way better with Gcam than the native app.
Currently using BSG latest recommended version. Get it >HERE
Playing around with the mod settings didn't bring any noticeable improvement, the only thing worth experimenting with is the different AWB settings from different google models.

If someone has this nice device again (apart the awful main camera on it) I'd suggest to give a try to these gcams, that with a little of configuration work well:
LMC GCam 8.4 and Shamim Gcam 8.4

GCam 8.4.600 is working great here. Night mode is impressive.

LITUATUI said:
GCam 8.4.600 is working great here. Night mode is impressive.
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Just tested it, works nice.
A good thing, focus tracking works again for photos and portrait (option in settings).
Bad thing i still keep getting dark photos in normal photo mode and lower light conditions
(f.e. indoors with plenty of room lighting) so night sight is a must.
Any other option in settings that helped you getting better results?

Hello,
I have an Realme 8 with 8gb and 128gb with helio G95.
I instaled the Gcam, but each time i take a photo is crashes... what settings do i need to use for this phone?
It says only pixel´s phones on the config...
Thanks in advance...
LPC

Hello,
Just manage to stabilize Gcam on my phone...
On the options i choose Pixel 2 on both, and deativated all the social media integration crap...
Now i can take pictures (even if the live screen is very stuttery), and the app don´t crash.
The problem im having now is with video recording.
If i choose 4k 30 fps, i have a very stutter movie (and live view), even deativating the EIS, don´t seem to help at all.
By lowering the resolution to 1080p, i have a more smooth experience (not perfect), but the image quality is not the same...
What can i do?
Best Regards,
LPC
PS: I manage to see that i can put the second mode on Pixel 7XL, BUT the interface MUST ALLWAYS BE Pixel 2

Well Just tested night photography with this phone and Gcam, and...
It was a complete disaster... The photos came out very very noisy... so grainy and i don´t know why...
I did choose the night mode...
Can anyone help me?
Best Regards,
LPC

TapaSte said:
If someone has this nice device again (apart the awful main camera on it) I'd suggest to give a try to these gcams, that with a little of configuration work well:
LMC GCam 8.4 and Shamim Gcam 8.4
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Can you help me?
I have RealMe 8, but after trying many versions i still don´t understand how to install it on our phone...
I don´t see support for macro or ultrawide (but there is support on GCam go (don´t work but the icons are there)).
Where is the config file for RealMe 8? Do we need to install any libs?
Thanks in advance...
LPC

Tomar777 said:
Just tested it, works nice.
A good thing, focus tracking works again for photos and portrait (option in settings).
Bad thing i still keep getting dark photos in normal photo mode and lower light conditions
(f.e. indoors with plenty of room lighting) so night sight is a must.
Any other option in settings that helped you getting better results?
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Try to increase the exposure compensation.

Lord Paulus Cobris said:
Can you help me?
I have RealMe 8, but after trying many versions i still don´t understand how to install it on our phone...
I don´t see support for macro or ultrawide (but there is support on GCam go (don´t work but the icons are there)).
Where is the config file for RealMe 8? Do we need to install any libs?
Thanks in advance...
LPC
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You can enable the aux cams support via gcam settings, but I don't advise to do that. Most of the cases the app will crash when you select one of the aux cams.

TapaSte said:
You can enable the aux cams support via gcam settings, but I don't advise to do that. Most of the cases the app will crash when you select one of the aux cams.
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What Settings?
On all Gcam i tested so far, there are no aux cam on the app, only zoom 1x or 2x...
Only on Gcam Go there are the aux cams to choose from...
Best Regards,
LPC

crimson666glory said:
I don't have original source,don't remember where I downloaded from but I kept APK on my phone so here you go.
Google Camera 8.1 For Realme 8
MediaFire is a simple to use free service that lets you put all your photos, documents, music, and video in a single place so you can access them anywhere and share them everywhere.
www.mediafire.com
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Is this possible to enable wide angle camera? I'm on Lineage 19.1.

Gcam realme 8

Give link gcam realme 8 please