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[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] mat9v:
You can use scripts between versions but they may not work correctly.

GCam is almost completely useless for video at the moment, unless you want to confine yourself to 4k30 - anything better like 4k60 or 8k is reserved to Samsung camera app. Not to mention 1080p120 or super slow motion.

As to the guide, you can try:

https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/p/f/2021/05/GCam-Handbook.pdf
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] JavaSabr:
For me the camera viewport is overbright as stock, but you can add expo compensation in lense settings by your tastes
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] CarlosLopezES:
Thanks! I'm gonna try!
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] nalfy87:
Hi thought I would share my experiences. Been using my S23 Ultra for a couple of months and have been using LMC 8.4 with the config provided in the link in one of the pages from a while ago. I used to have a Pixel phone so coming to this Samsung, I was very underwhelmed by the oversharpening, even using the camera assistant setting the smoothness to medium was not helping much. However, that gcam mod has been my go to camera since and the shots I get are amazing. I am not a pro photographer but the shots do remind me a lot of my old pixel phone.

Both shots are around same time of day same place. First one is Samsung stock app auto with softness medium. Second is LMC 8.4 with the javasabr_lmc15_s23u_v58_sharp config. Not sure if there is an updated version of this same config/app but this one has been good to me.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] ajarosz:
Perfect example, of what can be done with this sensor with algorithms. That is so, so disappointing, that when buying that expensive phone, we need to look for 3rd party apps to have usable photos.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] nalfy87:
I 100% agree. I paid a lot for the phone and it does feel disappointing that I need to use a 3rd party app but still, the rest of the phone holds up well and the well made gcam mods have saved me from sending it back.

If I may ask (anyone here for that matter), I am currently using LMC 8.4 with the config file named javasabr_lmc15_s23u_v58_sharp. Is there a newer/updated version of this gcam mod? I haven't looked for ages.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Dayuser:
Read first post of this thread. There is link to LMC R17 configs.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] JavaSabr:
Now I'm focusing on another mod:

https://xdaforums.com/posts/88706761/
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Yufa42:
I installed the GCAM on my S23 Ultra to have a working 360° Photosphere, but all I get is a black screen. I tried BigKaka 8.4: AGC8.4.300_V9.9 and now BigKaka 8.8: AGC8.8.224_V7.0 with their corresponding configs.

Does anyone now what I can do to fix this?

I would also like to share a comparision between AGC8.8 and the Samsung camera. Both Pictures were taken seconds apart on a tripod with no special settings.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] mat9v:
If I remember correctly the explanation given here somewhere - photosphere does not work on any gcam mod at the moment, some configuration conflict with selfie cam.

About your pictures, I really don't understand how S23U can win any comparisons in any review if Samsung default app is used - it is just that bad. Pictures taken with my Motorola Edge 30 Ultra, using gcam (with HDRnet) are better then native S23U - Samsung disappoints again and again...
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] PhilMorin:
Go to celso's site :

Useful links for GCam users (telegram groups, threads, etc)

A list of useful content - discussion threads, telegram groups, tools, etc - for people using the Google Camera port.

www.celsoazevedo.com

In the s23u section, you have a link to the Telegram S22/S23 Ultra channel. In there you'll find the lmc 8.8 xml which has a working photosphere without crash.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] mat9v:
Good to know that someone found a way to fix that. Thank you for the info :)
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] bhammler:
Thank you for this amazing config (Mazar). I've adjusted some settings and finally I could take perfect photos. Attached you'll find a comparison between Samsung stock Cam a d GCAM
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Yufa42:
Thanks, installed the LMC Version and got a working Photosphere. Thank you!
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Hunter9037:
Looks like this is the right path for XML files.

LMC8.8/XML

but haven't found a working yet on the S23U.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] tssphysicsboi:
Is it just me or the newest AGC version seems to blend the blacks together? Sometimes the photos also look super dark
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] PhilMorin:
I posted a few messages before where to find one working xml for lmc88
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Hunter9037:
Thanks but i don't have telegram. Can you share the file here please?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] PhilMorin:
I'm not allowed to share it publicly outside of that group
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] N77NS:
i downloaded version .8.2 for samsung but photo svera does not work ... is there any akp where rafi photo svefa
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] mat9v:
BSG: MGC_8.9.097_A11_V10

Download MGC_8.9.097_A11_V10 by BSG.

www.celsoazevedo.com

This version has both working photosphere and working video recording @ 4k60

Use profile file that I attached that fixes all lenses to work.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] N77NS:
Thenks I'll try ... I've mostly tried a few things so far and everything crumbles quickly
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Siniestro0:
hello friend, I'm using this one with the "soft" config file, i have to say that in many cases don't see de difference between stock and your version but that's not the point, the point it that HDR ++ (HDRE) does not work i take a photo and it doesn't do anything, do you know this?

overall stock hdr is better than this version but i bet HDRE will be better than stock but alas.... can't test it.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Maxazarov19:
I’m not going to make hdre(hdr++) curtain posts that my HDR NS mode replaces this HDRE (that’s what it essentially is). use it
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] floring75:
Not all lenses work , front in portret mode don't work
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] mat9v:
Right, it works but does not allow to save pictures. Well it seems we still don't have yet a version that does it all.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Siniestro0:
I tried NS and it's the same thing I don't see a difference and stock app still has a big difference in HDR also with your cfg the photos appear saving in 22mp (or something like that) but they wight less than stock photos hows that possible?

I tried both to see the difference but stock app handle's HDR a lot better, I want to get that similar HDR with your cfg a don't know anything about configuration that's why I'm asking.

I first started using gcam since version 4 but I coul clearly see a difference in quality in the photos that my phone took (moto g5) then I went to a moto g60s plus and could see the difference now I have a s23 ultra anda in CAN see a difference but it's not for the better in more cases. it's like HDR doesn't HDR....I don't know:D

can you help me?

thanks btw for taking the time to answer
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Cetinakpan:
I found that same config:

Looks more DSLR alike on LMC16

More phone alike on LMC17

so I prefer LMC16
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Siniestro0:
one was taken with AGC 8.8 with Mazar V5 (medium) config file and the other with the stock app auto in both cases, guess which one's which...

how can i achieve more stock style but with better compression and beter HDR i remember when all this came out that choosing HDR ++ WAS the only way to go and photos looked really HDR (and not that fake iphone hdr effect)

this next picture was taken with an old Motorola G5 with 8mp camera and a really old gcam app.

in those days if you choose hdr++ images could weigh as much a 25mb per image i don't care about that, i care to have the better quality and hdr possible like in the old days.

is any app (or config) like this for the s23 ultra?

thanks
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] beserker15:
Just adding my LMC 8.8 beta config setup for ZSL mode. This config is meant for speed and simplicity. The night mode section doesn't work (and thus no astro) but the auto night mode option does work.

Steps:

-Download LMC 8.8 R1F APK and my XML for it

-Move XML to Internal Storage > LMC8.8 > XML (if folders don't exist, create them)

-Install APK and give permissions

-Double tap on space between shutter and gallery to load config

Samples:

10x

3x
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] JavaSabr:
I have uploaded my new release:

Working GCAM for S23 Ultra

EDIT: I RECOMMEND FOLLOWING THIS POST TO INSTALL WORKING GCAM LMC version (remind to enable HDR++) Post in thread 'Working GCAM for S23 Ultra' https://xdaforums.com/t/working-gcam-for-s23-ultra.4550019/post-88407193 AGC 9.1 Post in thread...

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[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Maxazarov19:
I re-uploaded the config with color correction “C” in the post above. I corrected the sharpness to 1x (in my Sharp version the sharpness was like on a medium." Re-download whoever downloaded the archive with the index "C" at the end. Thank you.

post with configs above☝️
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] matthas2023:
Is there a regular s23 configuration?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] JavaSabr:
Have uploaded my new release:

Working GCAM for S23 Ultra

EDIT: I RECOMMEND FOLLOWING THIS POST TO INSTALL WORKING GCAM LMC version (remind to enable HDR++) Post in thread 'Working GCAM for S23 Ultra' https://xdaforums.com/t/working-gcam-for-s23-ultra.4550019/post-88407193 AGC 9.1 Post in thread...

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[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Maxazarov19:
I present a new config for AGC 8.8 v7.0 for S23u - Mazar V7

Changes and improvements compared to version 6:

1) NEW! Added Vibrant NS mode (it replaced Dark HDR NS - essentially the same Vibrant Zsl, but NS. More contrasting and colorful, thanks for the idea JavaSabr)

2) Sport mode moved to ZSL, also configured it for faster motion capture (NS did not work this out so consistently)

3) Colors and White Balance have been reworked - now colors are perceived more naturally and naturally (except for Vibrant modes), and white balance has become a little better at conveying shades, in particular warm ones.

4) also further adjustments in noise reduction for NS modes based on the new Spatail RGB fusion (MERGE 3)

5) various improvements related to photo processing

Shooting modes and config features have been preserved from version 6 - read the instructions carefully! It's in my previous post. Happy photography everyone! Your MAZAR

Link to AGC 8.8 v7.0 (with samsung signature):

BigKaka: AGC8.8.224_V7.0

Download AGC8.8.224_V7.0 by BigKaka.

www.celsoazevedo.com

Configs (don't forget to unpack before porting):
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] MilgeS:
Couple of nice pictures from this morning, these are taken under the fairly dense canopy of trees.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] MilgeS:
Can anyone tell if it's possible to increase the number of these presets to add x5 and x20, and if so, how can I do this please?

Also, can these be easily sorted into order hi>lo or lo>hi?

Thank you for any help and advice.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] JavaSabr:
you can't add any custom because it's a list of physical cameras, not zoom levels.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Davids777:
Hi everybody, any config for AGC9 version ? Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] JavaSabr:
Have uploaded new my release :)

Working GCAM for S23 Ultra

EDIT: I RECOMMEND FOLLOWING THIS POST TO INSTALL WORKING GCAM LMC version (remind to enable HDR++) Post in thread 'Working GCAM for S23 Ultra' https://xdaforums.com/t/working-gcam-for-s23-ultra.4550019/post-88407193 AGC 9.1 Post in thread...

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[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] CBatta:
May I ask you why image upscaling is activated by default? Thank you :D
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] JavaSabr:
For me upscale reduces some processing artifacts
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] andQlimax:
Tried LMC8.4 17 and 18 always crashing at first start, the folder with the xml is created, but cannot even select it. How to solve??

And if I can ask, why we don't have an updated 1st post?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] MilgeS:
Are you using the JavaSabr configs? If so, you need to use AGC, not LMC
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] gcogger:
I'm new to GCAM, and I've tried the latest build as linked by JavaSabr just above (very much appreciated, thanks).

I'm a little confused, however - I've tried reading through the thread, but even the early posts are not helping much, and seem to assume knowledge that I don't have. So I have a couple of questions, which I hope someone can help with.

Working GCAM for S23 Ultra says to install the samsung or aweme version (I've used the latter), but what is the difference?

If I turn off HDR completely, the pictures are taken OK but I end up with a persistent notification saying just 'Camera' (that I can't dismiss), and a background 'Camera' task. If I kill the background task, the notification goes away. Is this normal?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] MarilynMansonsHusband:
Hi. Can someone tell me which GCAM version works best with HDR+ and with every single lense? Which one are you using? If you could talk about your experience using different versions and developers' versions, I would appreciate your feedback. Thank you.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Turbo Crasher:
Hi,

I went through a few hundred posts in this thread, but I have only found JPGs being shared. Can somebody please provide some RAW/DNG files? I’d like to see how those look.

Preferably something that is focused at a longer distance (not a closeup), with some fine detail across the scene (texture on the buildings, detail on buildings far away, foliage...) and at maximum quality (disregarding capture time). 1 sample from each lens during the day and in low light would be great, but anything helps as I haven’t seen any DNGs so far.

I’d also appreciate if somebody could share a 50MP RAW file (actual RAW, not the weird thing from Expert RAW) for reference.

Also some questions about GCam ports on this phone:

1. Does autofocus work reliably in low light?

2. Is the autofocus performance on 0.6x/3x/10x modules noticeably worse?

3. Does the 10x module struggle with autofocus in certain conditions?

4. Is autofocus performance on GCam ports noticeably worse than on the stock camera app?

5. Is tapping to focus required or can GCam mostly figure it out without any intervention like with the stock camera app?

6. Can GCam ports use the laser AF module?

7. Is there a good stable port that has a manual mode which allows selecting the shutter speed and ISO? Does the ISO setting get ignored when the shutter speed is set? (Can I underexpose without the app bumping up the ISO?) Can I overexpose and still have the app save the shot?

8. Is there a good stable port that supports manual focus? Does it actually work or does the app refocus before taking a shot? Is there good manual focus control like in the stock camera app or are only preset settings available?

9. What is the maximum frame count available in HDR+ Enhanced on a stable port?

Thanks!
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Vordx:
Please give credits to the person you made your config based on. @JavaSabr Aka Aliksandr.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Maxazarov19:
I thank Alexander for his ideas, because we sometimes communicate and consult. 👍👍We also post configs on other platforms. I note in my works, for example, that I borrowed the idea of modes. But my config itself is completely different in settings, and yes - it is not based on someone else’s config. This is a completely different job, it’s just that our modes themselves are similar in name and purpose.)))
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] CarlosLopezES:
I give up with S23U and move on to Pixel 8 Pro, I come back to home. I love this phone but the camera.

I want to say thanks to all moders and people who work here to do the job that Samsung isn't doing.

Thanks a lot to made my day with this phone!
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] docson:
Hi, one question reg. the S23 (non-Ultra): would using GCAM yield better, i.e. non-blurry shots of moving objects (kids, pets) indoors? Thanks.
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Maxazarov19:
Hello! Yes, Gcam can give such a result. I have a sport mode in the main config, but I still recommend downloading a separate config that focuses ONLY on moving objects - I have it with the note “SPORT” at the end. And it only works in NS mode (!!!) Read the post carefully. Here is the link to it:

Working GCAM for S23 Ultra

EDIT: I RECOMMEND FOLLOWING THIS POST TO INSTALL WORKING GCAM LMC version (remind to enable HDR++) Post in thread 'Working GCAM for S23 Ultra' https://xdaforums.com/t/working-gcam-for-s23-ultra.4550019/post-88407193 AGC 9.1 Post in thread...

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[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] chetszot:
Hey, @JavaSabr

I came back to this thread after months of using your latest stable LMC 8.4 R17 config and realizing that One UI 6 brings no major changes in camera quality deparment - meaning it's still crap.

I decided to give your AGC configs a try and - again - THANK YOU for your great work and configs! The shots from your latest AGC config seems to be at least as good as LMC 8.4 R17 is (I'm working on detailed comparison).

The only one thing I miss from LMC is the HDR. For my personally I would love to have it on similar level as Samsung's Camera. First AGC use (without importing any config) proven this IS possible - fresh AGC does pretty much the same HDR as Samsung's Camera. However - after importing your config - HDR seems to have been reduced to similar level as it was in LMC.

Is it possible to have your config with AGC-default HDR power?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] oso2spot:
Can't get any GCam to work with Slow Motion... everyone just instantly closes when trying to go into that mode. Has anyone had success with this? I've tried LGC 8.4R17 with the main config shown on this thread, and AGC 8.8v7 with JavaSabr and Mazar configs
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] oso2spot:
I'm also not seeing an option for 12mp/50mp/200mp setting for the main camera, what are the settings for this in each app/config?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Fl1nt91:
You can't

Use gcam just for regular pictures, 12mpx

For other modes and video go back to stock
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] SedyBenoitPeace:
Hey guys, I'm amazed so far by Galaxy camera, is there any noticeable benefit in using GCam? I'm not a professional photographer by any means so that is why I'm asking.

I noticed though that Pixel 8 Pro for example beats S23U in some stuff.

Is there also a best version for people that don't want to play much with modes and settings? (like me :) )
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] aafrankies:
Aren't big differences by latest version of Galaxy camera and Pixel 8 pro for normal users
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] JavaSabr:
Didn't see any extra HDR on stock AGC
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Icetea:
@JavaSabr

Why do you do not use

AGC9.0.37_V1.0?​

Is v8.8x better ?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] JavaSabr:
Because this version doesn't have settings for customization...
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] darwislim:
Hi, I've been using your config and it's been great! thank you

I have a little problem with the 0.6x Ultra Wide lens overcorrection with the corner distortion, is there a quick solution to fix this issue? I have attached a picture sample
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Maxazarov19:
Greetings, friends!

Introducing new configs for AGC 8.8 v7 for S23u - Mazar V9

Changes and improvements in the main config:

1) improved shutter speed in zsl modes (fixed the problem with previous configs with shutter freezing)

2) small noise reduction corrections for all modules and lenses, sharpness optimized at 1x, 3x

3) Minor adjustments to the white balance towards warmer tones from 0.255 to 0.26

4) the SPORT mode in the main config has been slightly improved in terms of artifacts (but I still recommend a separate SPORT config)

5) minor changes in the developer settings related to optimization of photo processing

6) the tonal range has also been changed for a more even distribution of light throughout the frame

7) HDR capture of the lower light threshold and the upper one has been changed. Now photos in ZSL modes are a little brighter during the day, and more voluminous in the evening (I didn’t touch the Bright mode in the light, it’s already bright enough)

8) various minor edits to optimize camera performance

Changes in SPORT config:

1) is based on the main V9 config and all changes in it also apply to the SPORT config

2) the shutter speed is limited to 1/143, which is quite enough for evening results, but I still recommend not shooting at night with this config, but in more or less normal lighting

3)optimization of frame capture for good results in motion

Changes in ASTRO config:

1) Astro config is also based on the main V9 config

2) the exposure time in Main NS (the mode in which the config is launched) is actually infinite (that is, you decide when to stop shooting, keep in mind!)

3) various improvements under the hood to optimize camera performance

Keep in mind that until the new AGC 9.0 is released, the processing speed of NS modes also remains as it was - that is, quite long, and only (!) After processing the first frame, you make the second, and not while processing the first, otherwise it will marriage ! I’ve written this many times, but I still repeat it so you don’t have any questions.

Well, the specifics of how astroconfigs and sports configs work are described in my previous post with early configs (it’s simple - they all run in NS mode! Accordingly, when you exit AGC and enter it again, NS crashes and you need to swipe to again NS left (a bad feature of all GCAMs)

If something suddenly confuses you or you doubt the use of the config, ask questions and join my group in the telegram (all information in the DM).

Special thanks to the comrades with whom we tested this config, now I’m taking a break and waiting for version 9 of the camera.

Happy photography everyone!

link to current AGC:

BigKaka: AGC8.8.224_V7.0

Download AGC8.8.224_V7.0 by BigKaka.

www.celsoazevedo.com

link to configs below
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Maxazarov19:
Hello ! thank you for using my work. Regarding 0.6 x and distortion - I looked at this photo on the monitor - it seems to be normal overall. Yes, there are some moments, this is due to wide angles. but in general you can edit this in the editor. To be honest, I don’t know such a setting in Gcam, I need to look for it and test it. Then I’ll definitely look for it) in any case, I’m waiting for the new AGC 9 and I’ll watch it there
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Cetinakpan:
I'm in love with LMC for sure, but I realize that if you try to edit photos a bit aggressively, the sky is kinda messing up as you can see in the photos. It's sad but understandable.

(The distance between me and the towers is about 4 KM)
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Cashreedhar:
I'm using these settings on Z fold 4, everything works except the AWB for the main camera lens. If I select AWB for 1x lens, it plays shutter animation, however no photo being captured. Any workaround to fix this issue?
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Maxazarov19:
hello) firstly, the configs are not intended for fold 4, and secondly, I don’t have this device on hand, so, unfortunately, I don’t know how to help (
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] darwislim:
Hi thank you for your reply,

sorry the picture I provided before was a bit confusing

here is a comparison of images between the stock & gcam,

I think the setting should be about lens correction or distortion correction

btw this issue only occurred on the 0.6x camera, other camera is flawless
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] Maxazarov19:
I'm sorry it happened this way. but for the sake of experimentation, try playing with the correction items in the settings. shown below(just like mine, turn on each item and see how it turns out)
[Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra] darwislim:
Hi, thank you for your help

I have played with those settings before but same result with the issue,

btw I think maybe the gallery app is the problem

so everytime I open the picture in the gallery app, there's a slight loading before the picture is fully loaded,

refer to this screenshot, it seems the gallery app applied lens correction twice