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Google Camera HDR+ function can be activated on Mate 9's?

Recently seen that for the latest 8** series Snapdragon SOC driven devices the HDR+ function on Google Camera was made functional on most of devices. The results in comparison to their original camera seems day and night from all points of view especially in low-light situations. As we now this seems to be Achilles heel for the Mate 9 and maybe the biggest reason that most of us lookup for other devices.
As I am no expert, I wonder if this function can be made functional on Kirin chipsets!? I want to take this opportunity to pull the alarm for the developers' and for the skillful members of this forum.
If successful most likely most of us won't look that soon for the planned new launches like: Note 8, V30, maybe even the next Mate.

You can do it yourself you know. Just shoot several raw images and combine them into one in post. Not as quick as HDR+ but it works!

Swan Princess said:
You can do it yourself you know. Just shoot several raw images and combine them into one in post. Not as quick as HDR+ but it works!
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That thing already know, but regardless of how hard you try (any app or setup) you cannot achieve results that good. Plus google camera's exposure is much better. Please check this thing yourself if you don't believe me.

does google camera even work on mate 9?

galaxy16 said:
does google camera even work on mate 9?
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Yes. But not the most recent ones. The ones for 7.0 work.

True HDR uses three different images that you then assemble in a photo editing suite of your choice. The 'HDR' function in any phone is not a true HDR and just a computer algorithm that blends three exposures. Since the Mate 9 shoots raw, most will just do it the 'real' way Would be neat to see this function in the Mate 9 for us lazy folks(yes I am lazy and yes I am a professional photographer)

Ok, so no interest in this direction, nobody keen on improving the camera.

Not what I was saying at all. If we can improve the camera and keep all the functions built into it by Huawei, I would be first in line to sign up. Hell, I bought this phone specifically because of the camera. It is a wonderful performer that I have not even begun to stretch to the limits yet, but I have only had the phone for 3 days or so. I look forward to an improved camera, but only without the loss of functionality

Here we go: Unofficial Google Camera port updated with RAW support and HDR+ customization

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Here we go: Unofficial Google Camera port updated with RAW support and HDR+ customization
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Man, won't even open. That's ok, I figured it wouldn't. Would cool if we could merge some code with our stock camera app. I like it better than Google's personally

benjmiester said:
Man, won't even open. That's ok, I figured it wouldn't. Would cool if we could merge some code with our stock camera app. I like it better than Google's personally
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It working fine on my Mate 9.

kermex said:
It working fine on my Mate 9.
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Really? Interesting. Did you do anything specific or just install and go? I'm in FromFuture B198, rooted obviously. Maybe it's not happy with that. I'll try restarting at least.

benjmiester said:
Really? Interesting. Did you do anything specific or just install and go? I'm in FromFuture B198, rooted obviously. Maybe it's not happy with that. I'll try restarting at least.
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No, I didn't do anything special. But pay attention: there are two different APKs. One of them is for Qualcomm CPUs. Download the one in the first link. This one.

Hey guys, I've tried the other one I think and crashed the camera driver had to reboot! Lemmie try this one! Thanks kermex
Edit: Nope! I open once, then can't open again :/ Oh well... Another curious thing is that it only detects the 12MB RGB Sensor... These sensores have so much potential, hope Huawei will get into the Camera Software deeper...

So now it works, change hw level to legacy.

Comparing histograms using 2 pictures, one is stock HDR and the other is using the Google Camera HDR+, I can conclude that HDR+ isn't working, can't see any improvements regarding dynamic range. What do you guys think?

mad.nexus said:
So now it works, change hw level to legacy.
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The only thing I changed was the option to save as RAW. Nothing else.

will test it with several set-ups to see if any improvement comes from the HDR+ function.

mad.nexus said:
Comparing histograms using 2 pictures, one is stock HDR and the other is using the Google Camera HDR+, I can conclude that HDR+ isn't working, can't see any improvements regarding dynamic range. What do you guys think?
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if there isnt a "nike" mark above the HDR+ icon, the function is not working
i tried using different settings, but not work for me, stay an "A" above HDR+

Looserke said:
if there isnt a "nike" mark above the HDR+ icon, the function is not working
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Soooo... How did you activate it then?

Best settings for Google Camera ported (by Arnova8G2)

Hi guys,
first, I'd like to thank to @Arnova8G2 for his development and porting of Google camera. Due to his effort, many of our phones take much better photos than with stock camera. If you don't know what the app is, please visit this thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-5/themes/app-collection-camera-modded-t3591177
His app has many different settings and I wonder what are the best setting available. If we can find the best settings, we all can take better photos!
I made a small form which I please you to fill (takes aprox. one minute): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1...ntry.560585008=95%+(default)&entry.1874216323
Thank you everyone!
So please fill:
Device you own (I know this is Mi5 section, but still, GCam is used by many others)
Which ROM you run and version of it (Lineage 15.1, 14.1 etc.)
Settings you use
Sample photos (at day, at night, portrait mode, video ...)
Results
Or just share it down here.
RESULTS:
Table with results and sample photos: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1_6hH8hQEBsahIVSFJSe5ymMIvFXNZA_nzL2hXrB-zvc/edit?usp=sharing
Visualized: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1...jdQPYhlSNHJVovuNhmqzZX-BD6rmEYw/viewanalytics
Sample photos on G-Drive: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B...FicE1HSTN2eS1MSW9TV0ZIOGZ2ak41RWk0TzU0RUpvc1E

Hey ! Nice initiative.
I'm running on Mi5 with Google PixelMod mod by Arnova8G2 5.1.018-v1 . Settings :
-Model : Nexus 6P
-Config : Nexus 6P
-Option HDR+ On
-HDR+ Parameters : super high
-ZSL On

This is a great idea, let's set up a spreadsheet where people can input their settings, so we can easily get an overview of what's in use?
Which fields to you think are most important? (don't want to over complicate things)

ckarv said:
This is a great idea, let's set up a spreadsheet where people can input their settings, so we can easily get an overview of what's in use?
Which fields to you think are most important? (don't want to over complicate things)
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Well, probably device, ROM and versionof it, version of app and settings: Config camera HDR+, Model, HDR+ parameters, Advanced. Plus some sample photos.
IDK what else?
And I don't know how to set up spreadsheet on XDA ...

Great initiative
Asus zenfone 3 ze552kl with stock oreo beta
Model - Nexus 6 auto
Config - Nexus 6p
Parameter - Default
HDR+ ON

PlagueCz said:
Well, probably device, ROM and versionof it, version of app and settings: Config camera HDR+, Model, HDR+ parameters, Advanced. Plus some sample photos.
IDK what else?
And I don't know how to set up spreadsheet on XDA ...
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For sample photos we should only take on comparison photos (same user, motif, different settings) if possible. Would be easier to spot the differences. On the spreadsheet, we should also classify the most used settings as separate, named groups, to minimize clutter and find the best setup.

Is this Thread for Arnova8G2 Port only?
Im using the Port MGC from B-S-G

virushunt said:
Is this Thread for Arnova8G2 Port only?
Im using the Port MGC from B-S-G
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It was meant to, but you can pass it here.

-Mi5 (gemini)
-LineageOS 14.1
-Both Nexus 6P; Super High; Quality 100%;
Just a quick comparison of my keyboard, only light from my monitor.
MIUI Camera (auto) vs GCam 1.7beta

is front camera potrait mode working??
mine not working on mi5 front camera potrait

nazmul93 said:
is front camera potrait mode working??
mine not working on mi5 front camera potrait
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Not working on my Mi5 with LOS 14.1, but try to ask in this thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-5/themes/app-collection-camera-modded-t3591177/page247

nazmul93 said:
is front camera potrait mode working??
mine not working on mi5 front camera potrait
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Not working for me either. Mi5 LOS 14.1. Still waiting for a fix. Submitted a logcat but still no response.

Heavy processed
Sent from my SM-G955F using Tapatalk

Shan89 said:
Heavy processed
Sent from my SM-G955F using Tapatalk
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But really nice though!

Hey mates, I'm on viper (nougat) with gcam v5. Is there any fix to the front camera's upside down problem? Do i need to downgrade the version or even maybe use another cam app for selfie? Cheers

Antire said:
Hey mates, I'm on viper (nougat) with gcam v5. Is there any fix to the front camera's upside down problem? Do i need to downgrade the version or even maybe use another cam app for selfie? Cheers
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Yes it is!
Go and edit this file: /system/etc/camera/msm8996_camera.xml
You can use ES_File Explorer built in Note editor.
Look for:
<Position>FRONT</Position>
<MountAngle>360</MountAngle>
and change the "360" for "270". There's 2 times on this file.
It will be:
<Position>FRONT</Position>
<MountAngle>270</MountAngle>
Now save and reboot the phone.
TESTED on MI 5 MIUI 9 GLOBAL Beta 8.2.1

GoogleCamera-Pixel2Mod-Arnova8G2-V5
just install the new apk no need to set manually
https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/GoogleCamera-Pixel2Mod-Arnova8G2-V5.apk
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Yes it is!
Go and edit this file: /system/etc/camera/msm8996_camera.xml
You can use ES_File Explorer built in Note editor.
Look for:
<Position>FRONT</Position>
<MountAngle>360</MountAngle>
and change the "360" for "270". There's 2 times on this file.
It will be:
<Position>FRONT</Position>
<MountAngle>270</MountAngle>
Now save and reboot the phone.
TESTED on MI 5 MIUI 9 GLOBAL Beta 8.2.1
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no need to edit in new gcam version

st3ff4n0 said:
Yes it is!
Go and edit this file: /system/etc/camera/msm8996_camera.xml
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Thx but actually... :
vaisakmct said:
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Yep thats it. the file's already modified in new version (360->270), but the problem persist.
Maybe we just have sit for a while until the next version released. Perhaps

stable rom its working properly

Was attempting to match some of the results in this thread, but by changing GCam versions I've lost my front camera HDR in LOS 14.1
Any recommendations for me? Configured for Nexus 6 Auto/Nexus 6P/High/95% JPEG. Tried the following:
Arnova's 5.1.018_v1.5 - Previously functional, but now no front camera HDR+ and front cam portrait is upside down.
Arnova's 5.1.018_v1.6 - Same as 1.5
Arnova's 5.1.018_v1.7 - Not a fan of manual focus, same issue
Am I missing something? Always clearing data for version install, and stopping/starting app for each setting change.
Solved: GoogleCamera-Pixel2Mod-Arnova8G2-V6 on LOS 14.1 has all my HDR+, all portrait, and no more upside-down photos. Other than the directories created for each photo; I can't figure out how to disable that.

32bit Gcam Mod

For those on stock ROM, there is a modded Gcam that works on 32bit. This Gcam does not have all features, only HDR+ on rear Camera, front HDR is borked so needs disabling in the settings if front camera is used. You also need camera2 api support by adding this to your build.prop, "persist.camera.HAL3.enabled=1".
The camera was made for Nougat but works on stock Oreo also.
https://potterroms.me/Mods/Camera/GCam_Nougat_3.2.045.apk
Screen attached of the settings to disable front HDR.

Excellent. Thanks for sharing.

portrait mode works?

RUGEX said:
portrait mode works?
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No, as I said in OP, only HDR+ on main camera. Most features definitely need 64bit rom.

I have been informed that by changing the default black level for front camera to 16, HDR+ works. I can confirm this is true. Thanks to XDA user capedukewuhaha for pointing that out.
Also I can confirm that this 32bit mod actually works better than all the 64bit GCams I have tried on custom ROMs. I am on linage now and this camera works best.

for me, this port doesn't work... i am on moto z2 play stock oreo 8.0 October update
edit: oh, now i see... must be rooted, nah...

i am willing to root because of this moded app... would like to know if there are any improvements in pic quality, some examples? thanks in advance

endimon said:
i am willing to root because of this moded app... would like to know if there are any improvements in pic quality, some examples? thanks in advance
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There is hdr+ and less image processing. Stock camera is better for video, I use both cameras when on stock. If the extra hdr is not important I'd stick with stock since you can use Snapseed to get a similar hdr+ effect on photos. I have something else in testing that reduces the over image processing of stock camera which I will post if it works on Z2P(originally it is for Moto G5 plus, both same hardware almost).

Cupcake 1.5 said:
I have been informed that by changing the default black level for front camera to 16, HDR+ works. I can confirm this is true. Thanks to XDA user capedukewuhaha for pointing that out.
Also I can confirm that this 32bit mod actually works better than all the 64bit GCams I have tried on custom ROMs. I am on linage now and this camera works best.
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how can I enable camera2 api?

RUGEX said:
how can I enable camera2 api?
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You need root. Add the camera2 api line to your build.prop.
persist.camera.HAL3.enabled=1

Cupcake 1.5 said:
For those on stock ROM, there is a modded Gcam that works on 32bit. This Gcam does not have all features, only HDR+ on rear Camera, front HDR is borked so needs disabling in the settings if front camera is used. You also need camera2 api support by adding this to your build.prop, "persist.camera.HAL3.enabled=1".
The camera was made for Nougat but works on stock Oreo also.
https://potterroms.me/Mods/Camera/GCam_Nougat_3.2.045.apk
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Settings GCam HDR+ 3.2.045.
Model and both cameras - choose Nexus6P.
HDR+ parameters - Super High.
What the front-facing camera would work in HDR+ - Black Level Value(Front) to choose - 17 (but will work both with 16 and with 15 if it is necessary).
What the back camera would record of video - in Resolution & quality - Enable video stabilization(switch off).
With these settings works all but slow motion.

Link not working
Bro link is not working. Can u pls give me working link

download link not working

C4mine said:
download link not working
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Looks like the site is down.

Cupcake 1.5 said:
Looks like the site is down.
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Please give me new link

C4mine said:
Please give me new link
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I can't help you with that, I do not have another link to that camera apk, sorry.

Cupcake 1.5 said:
I can't help you with that, I do not have another link to that camera apk, sorry.
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Bro can u plz send me APK file on WhatsApp or telegram ?

C4mine said:
Bro can u plz send me APK file on WhatsApp or telegram ?
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It was only available on the linked site, I don't use this camera so don't have it. I use Resurrection Remix which uses 64bit camera.

Cupcake 1.5 said:
It was only available on the linked site, I don't use this camera so don't have it. I use Resurrection Remix which uses 64bit camera.
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Which gcam u using in RR ?

C4mine said:
Bro can u plz send me APK file on WhatsApp or telegram ?
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MGC_3.2.045_FINAL_3.1.apk
Anyway, this app is very buggy, if u want to take good shots with it set model to Nexus 6p and auto exposure correction to *2 or Min.ISO.
Remember API2 must be enabled (on stock rom).
But, you won't get amazing pictures with this apk (our sensor, Sony IMX362, is capable of a lot more in terms of quality), HDR+ Algorithm is not very good.
I fixed focus of a bunch of gcams for our device, will post here later maybe (this subforum is dead). You will need 64 bit OS.

Which GCam version/settings are people using?

I know the Redmi Note 7 has a good camera for its price point, but I was curious what people were using who prefer the popular gcam ports (hopefully one with the latest features like night sight) and which settings they have been using

Enddo said:
I know the Redmi Note 7 has a good camera for its price point, but I was curious what people were using who prefer the popular gcam ports (hopefully one with the latest features like night sight) and which settings they have been using
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BSG's latest version

Thanhbat said:
BSG's latest version
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Do you have a link of where BSG keeps their latest ports?

Enddo said:
Do you have a link of where BSG keeps their latest ports?
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Here
https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/dev-bsg/

Hey guys! Can you share some full res photos made with Redmi Note 7 + GCam? I am very curious about the results.

I don't see redmi note 7 version in your link?

2spirit said:
I don't see redmi note 7 version in your link?
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Just download mi8 version it works fine

I try MGC_6.1.021_MI8_V2e.apk, but don't work for me...

2spirit said:
I try MGC_6.1.021_MI8_V2e.apk, but don't work for me...
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Use BSG, 2018-12-30 version

I'm sorry if it's irrelevant but... Does this phone comes with a manual mode with shutter speed, focus and ISO control?
And if so; can you tell me about the ISO and shutter speed range?
Thanks.

Xhah said:
I'm sorry if it's irrelevant but... Does this phone comes with a manual mode with shutter speed, focus and ISO control?
And if so; can you tell me about the ISO and shutter speed range?
Thanks.
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Here

Thanhbat said:
Here
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And I thought my Lumia's 5s shutter was epic...
32s shutter speed is just... Insane! Should be able to take some decent night portraits; especially of stars and fireworks.
Time to buy a tripod!
Although I do wish it had an upper range of 1/2000, just like my Lumia.

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And I thought my Lumia's 5s shutter was epic...
32s shutter speed is just... Insane! Should be able to take some decent night portraits; especially of stars and fireworks.
Time to buy a tripod!
Although I do wish it had an upper range of 1/2000, just like my Lumia.
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My old OPO can take double of its, 64s

The apk don't work for me because the Google PLAY services was not installed in my RN7.
Now, I can install the last apk.

2spirit said:
I try MGC_6.1.021_MI8_V2e.apk, but don't work for me...
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MGC_6.1.021_MI8_V2b_plus3 worked for me very well

slowmotion doesn't work, just exits the app

tomssss said:
slowmotion doesn't work, just exits the app
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Yeah, use slow-mo of stock camera app. BTW Gcam for picture, Stock for video.

How about Open Camera for video?
Can you go full manual with Open Camera (ISO, shutter speed, fps, bitrate, flat picture profile - i mean does it actually work and output footage has your changes settings)?
Sent from my GT-I9506 using Tapatalk

Can somebody post some photos with gcam and stock app?

Hello,
Any news about Gcam ports?

Why No google camera for our G6??

many lower price device have some awesome gcam/mod stuff.but,our g6 not get any port of gcam!!we totally disappointed..

I think you are not exploring this forum properly, there are many stable ports and we all are already using it. You can try this version which is stable so far: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1IJZXYNojIh0bIr07UQLxJd44AZyaWpn7
LG G6 Gcam XDA forum link: https://forum.xda-developers.com/ap...stark27-google-camera-mod-wide-angle-t3747263

I used this one but when I compare the photos of the OEM app and this Gcam the processing is identical so I think there is something wrong with this one, the photos from it look identical with the same over-processed look. see photo attached showing OEM crop vs GCam crop (comp1) OEM camera left, GCam stark5.1.018_24_v4.2t3 on right. Then see comp2, OEM camera left and a different LG G6 camera port from GCam on the right, where you can see a nice improvement in IQ with less processing etc. more natural looking detail.

Still on Cstarkgcam v 4.2 on my lg g6 h872. Any newer version worth installing? I tried bsg and arnovas own but cstarks version is better.

masterofmindzchris said:
Still on Cstarkgcam v 4.2 on my lg g6 h872. Any newer version worth installing? I tried bsg and arnovas own but cstarks version is better.
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See my post above with the crops.

Cstark it is then

masterofmindzchris said:
Cstark it is then
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I actually thought that cstark looked the same as the stock camera, so choose differently.

Jostian said:
I used this one but when I compare the photos of the OEM app and this Gcam the processing is identical so I think there is something wrong with this one, the photos from it look identical with the same over-processed look. see photo attached showing OEM crop vs GCam crop (comp1) OEM camera left, GCam stark5.1.018_24_v4.2t3 on right. Then see comp2, OEM camera left and a different LG G6 camera port from GCam on the right, where you can see a nice improvement in IQ with less processing etc. more natural looking detail.
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so what's your suggestion, should we use t3 version?

Cstark on hdr+ is better than stock g6 cam. I like the little over processed look. Even hdr is greater than g6 cam....heck any ported cam is better than the g6 stock cam. Ctsark's own is stable and no configs are needed. Night mode is a gimmick so leave 6.1 alone.

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so what's your suggestion, should we use t3 version?
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try this one https://1drv.ms/u/s!AqtOswJbD-nZhog9GnUOQRl_r6ds8Q?e=dvt771 and if you have updated to Pie on your G6 then the one in the one indicated in picture below works well (from here https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/dev-arnova8G2/ ) , just get the settings right and its awesome.

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try this one https://1drv.ms/u/s!AqtOswJbD-nZhog9GnUOQRl_r6ds8Q?e=dvt771 and if you have updated to Pie on your G6 then the one in the one indicated in picture below works well (from here https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/dev-arnova8G2/ ) , just get the settings right and its awesome.
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Could you please share your settings? Thank you!

bauch85 said:
Could you please share your settings? Thank you!
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see general settings for photo and HDR settings. I didnt change the video settings as I dont use video, also I enabled AUX button in Settings/Photo to get the wide angle lens option on the camera screen (see screengrab) to switch between the 2 lenses, hope this helps

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see general settings for photo and HDR settings. I didnt change the video settings as I dont use video, also I enabled AUX button in Settings/Photo to get the wide angle lens option on the camera screen (see screengrab) to switch between the 2 lenses, hope this helps
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Thanks. This works very well, however I get some blue squares in the very black areas. Any idea how to fix that?

lee_mdk said:
Thanks. This works very well, however I get some blue squares in the very black areas. Any idea how to fix that?
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Upload a photo so we can see the issue.

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Here is an example picture. It happens only with the selfie camera.
https://m.imgur.com/gallery/FKGs4Qk
The selfie quality is bad too. Faces look very soft.

Ah ok sorry i have never ever used my selfie camera but you can try setting the front camera to Nexus 5X or the 6P and then see if it helps. Don't see the photo on your link.