[Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra] Maxazarov19:
Greetings !

I'm glad to announce the release of a new config for S23u/S24u - MAZAR X6 and X6.1(new) for AGC9.2v8

The config continues the "X" series.

This config introduces a change that I think everyone will like - it has two image processing styles. This is the SMOOTH style (LDR and HDR), which has a soft style without much noise, and DETAIL (LDR and HDR), which has higher detail (especially when the light deteriorates), but also more noise. Here, if you like what you like, experiment.

Changes:

1) NEW! Shooting modes have been updated - now LDR and HDR modes have both a soft shooting mode, where there is less noise (SMOOTH) and DETAIL (more details).

2) the order of tiles has been updated - the first row is tiles with LDR, the second row is the main tiles with HDR, and the third row is additional modes that complement the main ones. It's easier to navigate now. You MUST read about the shooting modes below!

3) optimized and redesigned noise reduction for SMOOTH and DETAIL modes (new noise reduction). Also, HDR modes have slightly different noise settings. And also optimized for soft/detailed photos, respectively. Based on shooting mode

4) shadows and light have been worked out. Now you will no longer get shadow shadows in both LDR and HDR modes. (Shadows became a little brighter)

5) slightly improved HDR modes in terms of dynamic range

6) Updated post-processing for better photo processing

7) improved interaction with Google photo (for more stable processing of photos in the background). This gallery is used by default in the camera! Download it if you don't have one. Otherwise, the camera will search for it and offer a link.

8) updated dev settings for more stable photo results

9) the overall sharpness of the photo has been updated - now the Sharp config has become sharper (compared to EXTENDED V3.1)

10) MAX HDR reaches shutter speed 1/8

11) improved photo preview when shooting in HDR modes (the photo is immediately visible in the gallery during stitching).

12) fixed various errors found in EXTENDED V3.1 and in previous configs

13) VIBRANT modes have been removed - now you have at your disposal a quick launch of LUT filters, where you can immediately apply them on the spot and this replaces my VIBRANT modes. For more saturated and contrasting shots, I recommend the Xioami Leica filter (it is quite soft and does not oversaturate the image too much). Read and watch below about using LUTs!

14) various minor important changes aimed at the stability of the camera

MAZAR X6.1 changelog:

1) the overall contrast of the images has been slightly improved - the dehaze 2 parameter has been slightly increased, and the gamma contrast has also been slightly higher

2) slightly improved HDR performance with highlights

3) increased overall sharpness of images (polysharp high)

4) fixed various errors found in the X6 config

5) fixed the work of HDR at 23u, when there were gaps in the shadows

6) slightly improved shutter speed and other various edits in dev parameters

SHOOTING MODES AND THEIR USE!(X6/X6.1)

MAIN MODES - these are SMOOTH/DETAIL LDR and HDR modes.

1. SMOOTH LDR 📸 - universal shooting mode. It has a soft style, does not have much noise, and when the light deteriorates, it maintains a balance between details and noise. But the worse the light, the less detail (texture) it retains. A mode for lovers of not particularly noisy photos.

2. DETAIL LDR 📸 🧱 - also a universal mode, but with a different processing style. Has MORE detail than SMOOTH, but also has more noise when the light deteriorates. The difference in detail during the day is almost unnoticeable, but as the light drops you will feel it. The mode also launches with an upscale of up to 24 MP.

3. BRIGHT LDR ☀️ - a mode that is in addition to the previous ones. If you don’t think the photo is lacking in brightness, use this mode. It will give maximum brightness in the shadows in the photo.

4. SMOOTH HDR 🌅 - similarly the same universal mode as LDR, but has a higher dynamic range. It handles glare and overexposure in photos better. Also suitable for evening/night scenarios. But for photos with movement, the mode is not very suitable, unlike LDR

Processing style similar to SMOOTH LDR (read in the description of the SMOOTH LDR mode)

5. DETAIL HDR 🌅 🧱 - similar mode for its intended purpose with SMOOTH HDR

The processing style is similar to DETAIL LDR (read in the description of the DETAIL LDR mode).

6. MAX HDR 🌅 🌉 - a mode similar to SMOOTH HDR, but has a longer shutter speed when the light deteriorates and even more frames in gluing, as well as higher iso. Use in night scenarios when there is very little light.

7. SPORT ⛹️ - mode that is suitable for dynamic objects. Opens in NS! Shutter speed is limited to 1/200. As the light deteriorates, the quality drops noticeably! This mode is best used in good light

8. DARK HDR 🌇 - a mode that has lower exposure than other photo modes, and is a bonus mode at your discretion. Gives more atmospheric night photos of signs, premises, etc.

9. ASTRO 🌠 - essentially a dual-purpose mode (2 in 1). Mainly used for astrophotography. To do this, it is better to put the phone on a tripod, press the astro button in the viewfinder, after which stars will appear on the shutter button (ASTRO is activated), then press the shutter button and wait until the photo is ready. taken. There is a lot of time, and only you can decide when to stop filming!

The second purpose of the ASTRO mode is shooting in pitch darkness, when even MAX HDR cannot cope. To use ASTRO as an extreme night mode, you do not need to turn on the button, but simply shoot in NS and that’s it, and it is advisable not to move the phone, because there is a high probability of blur.

10) ZOOM 🔍 - this mode is ONLY available on the 10x zoom lens (for s23u and 5x for S24u) and is used for maximum zoom. Works at ZSL

How to use :

1) DO NOT USE ZOOM mode with 10x magnification. It is designed for 15x and above! (Preferably 20x and above).

2) I recommend using it outdoors during the day, or indoors, on some signs too, but not in poor lighting!

NOTES ON USING THE CAMERA: (MUST READ!)

1. HDR modes have up to 40 frames per stitch, so I recommend waiting for the first frame to be processed, and then making the second. To prevent skipping frames.

2. To adjust the exposure, turn off the HDRnet button at the top of the viewfinder and exposure and its adjustment will work (but I don’t recommend turning off this button, there are a number of features, so turn it off only if it is critical to change the exposure in the photo).

3. If you want to get a more saturated and contrasting photo, use LUT filters. How to download: below the list of lenses on the right there is a button with a square. Click on it and a menu of lut filters opens (you need internet).

There will be a FOOD section, select the “Xiaomi Leica” filter there and click on it so that it loads and is applied (after downloading the filter, the Internet is no longer needed). All ! Now all your pictures will use this filter! It also turns off - you click on it and it no longer works. You can also look for other filters for yourself. It's up to your taste, but Xiaomi Leica is the softest among all.(The screenshots below show the procedure)

SUMMARY

A lot of work has been done, so I’m taking a long break again, because I don’t know what else to come up with. But we will eliminate, if possible, what needs to be improved, let’s say in this config.

Thanks to all the guys from my group who helped test and suggested ideas for this really “massive” config. If you wish, you can join mine (write in a personal message) to try to help in testing new configs, and be the first to receive beta versions. Happy photos everyone!

Your MAZAR

link to AGC9.2v8(samsung signature!): https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/dev-BigKaka/f/dl61/

download from AGC Toolkit (from Play Market)

Configs (Unpack the archive before importing!):

X6.1(S22u,S23u,S24u)

MAZAR AGC9.2 X6.1

AGC ToolKit support using LUT to process your photos

config.agccam.com

X6(S23u,S24u)

MAZAR AGC9.2 X6 S24u

AGC ToolKit support using LUT to process your photos

config.agccam.com

MAZAR AGC9.2 X6 S23u

AGC ToolKit support using LUT to process your photos

config.agccam.com