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[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] kultus:
Pls direct link to it. I have bad experiences (no ultrawide, no real zoom from 64MPx cameras etc.) from other Gcam port than BSG 8.1.101 which is the only one working for me. But on BSG 8.1 HDR is not good and Night sight is mix bag, so Im looking for some better newer port. Is there needed (on Shamin 8.4) any special setting (config file) for samsung to get all cameras working because I didnt find any for these newer ports. I dont need front cam only rear ones, Im on S21+ exynos. THX.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] revence1988:
I am using the latest shamin exynos build and tried different auxilary camera's and got it working on all camera's except the frontcam
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] kultus:
Could you please send me screens of all needed settings to get working zoom and ultrawide cameras? I tried it several times but without success. Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] revence1988:
I cannot do that because i have switched to the Zenfone 9 and do not have the S21 anymore
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] kultus:
Nevermind, I figured it out BTW. Not so difficult, but I had to switch back to BSG 8.1 stable v2 because of one big problem...colour smudges! and not only in shadows on lights too...but on shamin 8.4, HDR+ enhanced is much better than 8.1. But still samsung native HDR is far far away better than in all ports I ever tried on ma S21+ exynos.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] Dayuser:
You can make GCam HDR better with changing libpatcher settings.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] kultus:
Yes I know but there is such a lot of workaround and playing with it...I just dont have so much time. Last weekend I was playing with denoise settings, waste of time after all. But thanks

ps:btw sometimes camera crash or dont save picture in HDR+ enhanced so its unreliable anyway
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] jerryjbrillrice:
Hey guys, is there any working gcam port for the Snapdragon S21 with motion features (action pan and long exposure)?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] ohcello:
I have the S21+ and I'm using Shamim Gcam (latest version - Shamim: SGCAM_8.4.400.42.XXX_STABLE_V38FIX ). A few "discoveries" I made along the way:

1) Viewfinder Freeze - I set all Stream Configs to "EISV3" for all lenses and it fixed the issue

2) Color smudges - I set the "Device selection for hdr" to "7 pro (pipit)" and the smudges were gone

3) Lens ID 52 is telephoto (2.2x ish) based on the 64mp sensor downsized to 17mp. I think it's using the entire sensor as the noise levels are very good.

4) Lens ID50 is also the 64mp sensor, but not cropped and downsized to 16mp. Not much advantage to this mode compared to the Gcam on the Main 12mp Cam/Sensor.

5) Sabre >> Merge Method Override = "3 spatial_rgb" (helps with some "smudgy areas" when gcam merges frames.

The primary 12mp Gcam is just OK... I only use it in very light light... for moderate and bright light the Samsung Cam 64mp is far superior IMO. The Gcam zoom 2.2x however is also very, very good with good detail and noise control. The 64mp on the S21 is processed much better than on the 64mp on the S20 I had... which had muted colors and too much contrast.

Let me know if anyone has any questions. Cheers!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] w00tnezz:
Hi mate, are you Exynos or SD?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] ohcello:
Sorry should have specified... SD... US version
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] gianprior:
Hi can you share your XLM? Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] ohcello:
Here my XML for my S21+. I set up ID4 and ID5 as low light versions of the main and tele lenses... meaning they will use much lower shutter speeds.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] Kibbitzer:
Does anyone know a good build+XML for Exynos variants of the S21 and S21+? Every setup I tried either crashes, shoots garbage or has missing telephoto or wide cameras.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] Zeal514:
So is it normal for the front facing camera to not work on SD? I can use front camera for video, but it's just blank for pictures... I can't imagine so many are using this app and can't even use the front facing camera.

I've downloaded and tried like 5 different gcam apps with xmls and config files.

Maybe I'm doing it wrong? I went to settings, advanced settings, load config, and selected this xml.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] ohcello:
Never tried front facing, but I have heard it does not work with s21. I don't use front facing often and when I do, I just use the stock app...
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] Zeal514:
Have you noticed the regular camera constantly freezes?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] kultus:
Ohcello: Thank you for your contribution. I have S21+ Exynos and Ad 1 I dont have viewfinder freezes or any other issues. Ad 2 finaly working on colour smudges I also applied to nonHDR photos. Ad 3 ID52 working. Ad 4 I've never got working 64Mpx on fullres nor 1.1x on 17Mpx on any gcam port. How to get it working? ID50 lead to black screen only and apk crashes. Any clue? Anybody? THX
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] fedex_742:
Any version where the front camera works?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] coodinator:
很高兴，可以使用，谢谢。

Mod Edit: English Translation Below

Glad it works, thanks.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] mohamadahmad:
i appreciate your advices . thank you

i tried your configs and its great . i usually use tele lens for its quality . but the image is over shadowed . have to edit every picture . is there a way to decrease shadows ? i tried shadow tuning (weaker) but it corrupts images after a while . then i tried 0.250 its ok but shadows still too high . what do you recommend
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] jbl0ggs:
I was expecting to find latest/updated GCam apk for the S21 in the 1 post of this thread but there is nothing there. Can someone please provide link thread that has the latest stable version of GCam that works for S21?

Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] CJ0048:
Can anyone tell me which GCAMs work properly with Snapdragon? I have tried different GCAMs but the camera mode freezes. No problem with the video. If you have any information please help me. Thank you in advance.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] mrqd:
https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/dev-wichaya/f/dl6/ try this
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] mrqd:
https://www.celsoazedo.com/files/android/google-camera/dev-wichaya/f/dl6/ front cam not work this version
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] hoa bi ngan:
The front camera of s21 does not support raw photography, so google camera cannot work with this camera. I am looking for the most stable working version for s21 qualcomm version. I will try downloading from your link and see if they work
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] mrqd:
I found this one, it seems to be better than the other due to night shooting, enhanced HDR shooting are both good. https://www.celsoazedo.com/files/android/google-camera/dev-shamim/f/dl28/

you download the config.xml file for it.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] mrqd:
I installed the original gcam 2.7, luckily it works with all lenses including the front. Its photos are beautiful and I like it better than the original camera of S21
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] mrqd:
Gcam stock v.2.xx. Works fine on A11, 12, 13
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] tombbb:
Can you help me with the link to this Gcam? Thanks!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] mrqd:
Pixel Camera 2.7.010 APK Download by Google LLC - APKMirror

Pixel Camera 2.7.010 APK Download by Google LLC - APKMirror Free and safe Android APK downloads

www.apkmirror.com

or any v.2

You can try Arnova's 5.1.018. This version works both front and back cam. Set Configs camera HDR+ to Nexus 6 Auto but I don't know if your phone is working or not?

Arnova8G2 GCam APKs - Google Camera Port

Modified Google Camera app by Arnova8G2.

www.celsoazevedo.com
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] James Crazy:
Exactly what version? Could you share it please?

I also have an S21 (Snapdragon) and I would like to take better selfies.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] mrqd:
I uninstalled it and don't remember because I later found a better version https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/changelog371/

the front camera takes very satisfactory photos and I keep as primary
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] mrqd:
Settings > Advanced > Base > Config > choose (... need yuv)

Next step

Settings > Advanced > Fix > Viewfinder format > choose yuv
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] gcamlover888:
which config u are using
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] gcamlover888:
Thanks I will try that out.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] jalilwarraich:
Jalil's S21&Plus_Exynos.agc (based on EGO's Base Lib 27.0)

*This will only work with the gcam apks provided below

Steps

1. Install any one of the below gcam apks

2. Extract Jalil's S21&Plus_Exynos.zip

3. Load noise model (.c file)

4. Load config (.agc file)

*Merge0 (the only option for our device)

*Custom CCT for stock colors

*Min focus values for precise manual focusing

There is no true HDR for our device (raw 16 compatibility issues), so use HDRe to squeeze out the most.

If you face a pink tint issue, use Leica mode (mostly in high hdr scenes)

Main and UltraWide have a single profile only duplicated to match the second profile of the Tele lens, so you don't jump to a disabled profile switching lenses.

For telephoto use the main profile outdoors and the lowlight indoors for better noise control.

Credits:

All credits goes to @EGOIST23

Join Telegram Channel Gcam_EGOIST
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] serene_sky:
works well on s21+ though it takes a bit to process after shoot
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] xxsen:
It's ok configs, but there is still a lot of work to be done regarding night photography and the sky...S20+ with some config capture better night photos city light+night
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] Neo_Sk8eR:
the Exynos XML above just crashes the app for me, anyone get it working?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] Aneres11:
Not me, sadly. I have a working gcam app that takes pics but they appear green in the thumbnail but then just become a black image. Saves in camera roll as black images.

Don’t think there is a working Exynos port yet. :(
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] Neo_Sk8eR:
ZGCAM does work, check their telegram group, I'm sure someone will figure out the settings for best results :)
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] MilgeS:
N10Z4 configs work fine for me on Exynos S21 Ultra
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] Aneres11:
Is that a GCam port? I have one from ZGcAM but I don’t like the output from it really.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] Neo_Sk8eR:
Are you using 6.1 or 7.4?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] MilgeS:
7.4
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] MilgeS:
Yes, it's ZGCAM 7.4
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] Neo_Sk8eR:
sweet I'll try that XML thanks :)

My main reason for wanting GCAM is the ZSL for my dog, does it work well on HDR+ (not enhanced) as the ones I've tried so far only seem to do a good job with enhanced turned on
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] MilgeS:
HDR Enhanced works great, brings out details in dark areas better than HDR+ as you'd expect. Both are way better than the standard Samsung camera, it might be brighter but it has too much noise, giving an awful picture if you zoom in.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] Neo_Sk8eR:
what about just without enhanced?

enhanced doesn't have the zero shutter lag which I'd like to use for moving subject.

Unless I'm wrong of course and it does
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] MilgeS:
I don't find any difference in speed between HDR+ and Off, both instant
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] Riverflowing8:
I prefer the Wichaya version rather than zgcam for the s21 ultra us snapdragon. I was getting a lot of noise and artefacts in the ultra wide and zoom lenses in particular. Seems pretty stable. Glad that all 4 cameras work for stills and 2 for video. Wish the front cam would work though. Sounds like it will never work.

Gcam is so much better than samsung processing for most things in my opinion.

Thanks for the xmls etc.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] MasterThiefGarrett:
The ZGCAM 7.4 works fine for me, including selfies and 4k60 video.

However I can't for the life of me get the 3x and 10x zoom lenses working...as expected unfortunately.

S21 Ultra Exynos here.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] TigerSoul925:
This is what I'm hunting for as well. No result so far.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] mk262:
Both zgcam and wichaya crash after I open the app for about 3 seconds, snapdragon. I've owned pixels for several years and am new to samsung devices. Am I missing something?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] beserker15:
You'll need to change the stream config, or more easily just load my XML that has the stream configs set.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] iamnotkurtcobain:
The Exynos xml just crashes the app
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] triniprince:
Is there a step-by-step guide to port the Gcam over to the S21?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] gian1989:
The xml is for the Ultra not s21/s21+.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] detonation:
If you edit the xml and change "pref_aux_enable_id4_key" to 0, it will hide the 4th zoom/camera option that crashes on the s21/+.

No idea what else actually to be changed, but it's working well on my S21 otherwise.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] gian1989:
Ok ty. Will try
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] beserker15:
Sorry since I don't have the Exynos version, I just guessed at it. Try this one, it seems the config for the Exynos S21U shouldn't be that different from the Exynos S20U. https://xdaforums.com/t/working-gcam-and-config-for-s20-exynos.4203625/
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] MilgeS:
Thank you for looking at this option, seems to work fine on my S21 Ultra Exynos, will try night shots later and compare with the other config.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] SilentAce07:
Even with the stream xml posted, I get frequent crashes in gcam on my base model s21. Seems like it depends on the brightness of the scene but does frequently crash even with that streaming config.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] alexrobertson1920:
Same issues here on base S21. I've tried 3 different versions of gcam and all crash, even loading different XML files.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] PhilMorin:
I feel dumb but can't find the enhanced hdr option on gzcam. Only hdr+ which adds a big delay when taking a pic.

In wichaya the enhanced hdr option was in the settings...

What am I missing?

(I'm new to gcam... Just curious to see what it offers compared to stock app)
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] historys:
delay helps HDR

if you want it to be lower decrease HDR+ count
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] efrank99:
Same here, with S21 Ultra Exynos. Anyone who knows how to use telephoto lenses on ZGCAM 7.4? Or any other GCam version really.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] efrank99:
Is this xml working for you? I also have S21 Ultra Exynos but, despite not crashing, I can only access the main camera
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] MilgeS:
Yes, same as you, only main back camera is working. Front camera works too but I never use that so it's irrelevant to me.

I seen this link posted earlier in a reply on Samsung Members app, I might give the 8.1 beta a try later

Download Google Camera for Samsung Galaxy S21 (Plus) & S21 Ultra

Here's the best GCam for Samsung Galaxy S21, S21 Plus and S21 Ultra (both Exynos & Snapdragon). Google Camera for Galaxy S21 with Night Sight.

www.ytechb.com
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] efrank99:
I thought only the Zoran version would work on the Exynos version, as it says the 8.1 is specifically for the Snapdragon version. If you have any luck, let me know thank you
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] MilgeS:
Oh yes, so it is, apologies for the error, I didn't read it through earlier, only now you pointed it out. Let's hope we can get a version on Exynos with more than the one lense working in the future.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] beserker15:
It's not possible for now unless Samsung changes something. For the Exynos versions, they disabled RAW capture via API2 on the telephoto lenses which is something GCam requires. No new version of GCam can fix this issue unfortunately. It's similar to how for Snapdragon, they disabled front camera RAW. To this day, no version of GCam supports front facing camera on the snapdragon.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] efrank99:
This is tragic news, but thanks. Do you think it'll be accessible in the future or that some workaround will come out?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] vandal4e:
no it won't be accessible
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] rmc6901:
beserker15, I downloaded the GCam you recommended on my snapdragon S21 Ultra along with the test4 .xml file and installed it. I'm still getting freezes after about 3 seconds. Switching cameras unfreezes for a few seconds.

Do I need to still go into settings and change any stream configs? If so, what changes do you recommend to possibly stop the freezing. Otherwise, it works great and thanks for your help.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] beserker15:
Skip to my next post about using ZGCam instead and use the ZGCam XML I posted with ZGCam. The Wichaya version does work but freezes a lot more often depending on lighting condition. I get far less freezing with ZGCam.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] rmc6901:
It's better; thanks.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] mt2020:
Well, Gcam no go as said above, just a black screen and icon in center. Zcam loaded, starts up, almost immediately freezes seconds after making choice of camera mode. Loaded the XML, same. Also still no zoom or wide angle... so staying on Samsung camera until all gets worked out.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] dudefy33:
Is there a way to tweak the Wichiya gcam xml so that portrait mode shows by default instead of camera? Portrait mode autofocus works well, doesn't freeze, and there is far less noise than ZGcam.

I looked into the XML keys but don't have an understanding of what keys to modify or add.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] LegendaryFire64:
Curious regarding the same thing, I wish I knew a little more about the inner tuning of the XML. Great job getting it where it already is. Unfortunately, I still get some studdering with my S21 Ultra in mid-light sceneries. I'm keeping a good eye on the GCam Hub for updates, in hopes something will come around!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] beserker15:
Don't worry guys, Arnova's latest will be released soon. I can confirm that the 4 rear cameras work great on Snapdragon S21 Ultra and is also the first GCam with video working on the telephoto (albeit at 1080p instead of 4K). However the awesome thing about the video is you can set the zoom to be greater than 20x unlike stock. Here's a couple of samples from the 10x and 3x with that unreleased GCam.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] likecookies:
Can you share the xml config you where using for this?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] iamnotkurtcobain:
Will it work on Exynos too? Are xml files still needed with Arnovas mod?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] Ramid15@gmail.com:
can you share the beta and xml or the source please?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] beserker15:
Once Arnova releases his version, I can share the XML. He supports a lot of devices so if he feels it isn't quite ready yet, that is up to him.

He does plan on supporting Exynos but from my understanding, the current unreleased version that I am trying out does not work with Exynos. Possibly one of the reasons why he hasn't released things yet.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] Tearm:
Thanks a lot! Your config works fine on my s21 (not +/u) with snapdragon. Just turned off 4th cam. It looks like now there are no freezes at all.

Workfull xml for ZGCam S21 snap attached, if anyone here looking for it (just tuned one of beserker15 version for 21u - 4th cam is off, focus tracking is on)
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] J4921:
Hello, first time on this site as someone re-directed me here for s21 users.

I own an s21+, used latest version of Zoran's: ZGcam(from what I understand, best stability/compatibility for s21 users), it works great but one problem, is there going to be an implementation in the future where it can do 60 fps? Cause, neither 1080p or 2160p can do 60 fps, if I try to do 60 fps, it will hang then goes to a black screen, then eventually the program will crash.

There could be a very rare occurrence where the 60 fps video can be displayed but the moment you push record, completely hangs then crashes.

I have also tried other Versions of Gcam, such as ones from: Wichaya, Urnyx05, etc., 60 fps will hang or a black screen, some, won't even start the program at all.

Question, is there a current working Gcam program for s21 users that do at 60 fps at a resolution of at least 1080p?

Also, the one I am using from Zoran(Latest Version), it seem when you go to camera mode, within 3 seconds, it will hang, you can still take pictures but it will hang.

I am much more interested in getting the video working @ 60 fps rather then the camera.

I attached a log found in the log folder, there is another log but for some reason, I can not attach it.

EDIT:

I have looked into this program:

Downloads | Hybrid

www.selur.de

And to see if it will covert 30 fps to 60 fps, I never tried myself, yes it works, might be a tad blur while running the video but it works.

Thanks alot.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] beserker15:
You didn't mention if you had Snapdragon or Exynos. I assume Exynos since 4k60 and 1080p60 works fine on the main camera in the Snapdragon S21U for ZGCam and Wichaya's.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] J4921:
I have Snapdragon, Also, forgot to ask this earlier, Is there a way to bypass the 15min+ limit while recording on these phones? It is splitting videos, I understand due to overheating issues.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] alexands1:
Thank you for the port! I like the result from Wichaya's gcam the best using the Wichaya_S21U_Test4.xml (s21 ultra, Snapdragon), I seem to get much less freezing when I turn on "Use non restart aux method (BSG)" in the advanced experimental settings. The RAW pictures for all the S21 ultra cameras taken through GCam look great, especially once I have run them through Topaz Denoise . They look almost as good as my Sony rx100VI pictures - this is true for all four of the cameras on the s21 ultra.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] pilotw:
I'm having issues with the Wichaya port while using the Wichaya_S21U_Test4.xml on S21 Ultra Snapdragon, whenever I try using the 10x the app freezes, as well as times when the camera is focusing when I'm using the other cameras, doesn't matter if its autofocus or manual tap focus
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] Ramid15@gmail.com:
So it will be released before or after the release of s22 ultra 🤣🤣🤣
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] beserker15:
@Ramid15@gmail.com @pilotw @alexands1 @likecookies @LegendaryFire64

New Arnova GCAM 8.1 is out y'all specifically for Snapdragon models*

https://xdaforums.com/t/app-arnova8g2s-google-camera-port.3862448/page-144#post-84737255

No guarantees on the S20/S21 base XML since I don't have it, but should work lol.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] w00tnezz:
Tested out all of the APKs for good measure and not one will load with S21 - Exynos. FYI for others looking to use.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] ryupunk:
Hi guys, in my S21U exynos I'm on latest arnova's using the XML provided by berserker15 and I can confirm that selfie, wide and ultrawide cameras work, I guess that the telephoto lenses are out of the question due to the raw restriction, am I right?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] beserker15:
You are indeed correct. Snapdragon has a raw restriction on front camera, Exynos has a raw restriction on telephotos. No idea why Samsung did it that way.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Themes, Apps] ryupunk:
that's a shame, anyway I'm still happy having a good gcam available for our device, I found that sometimes samsung's stock camera loses details and also I prefer gcam's night mode.

btw, @beserker15 thanks a lot for your XML!