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Android camera apps could soon get a big upgrade for photo pros
AppWizard
November 11, 2024

Android camera apps could soon get a big upgrade for photo pros

Google is enhancing the photographic capabilities of Android devices by expanding support for the raw image format in third-party camera applications through updates to the Jetpack CameraX library. This enhancement is currently being tested and will allow various applications, beyond traditional photography apps, to utilize the raw format. The raw format captures all data from the camera's sensors without modifications, offering professional photographers greater flexibility for post-processing, although it consumes more storage space compared to standard images.
Google wants to bring RAW photo support to more third-party camera apps
AppWizard
November 8, 2024

Google wants to bring RAW photo support to more third-party camera apps

Smartphone photography is evolving, with many users seeking to enhance their photos despite being satisfied with default images. The limitations of JPEG format restrict editing potential, prompting an upcoming update to the Jetpack CameraX library that will support RAW photo capture. RAW photography preserves unprocessed image data, allowing for greater flexibility in post-processing, though it results in larger file sizes compared to JPEG. Editing RAW photos requires time and expertise, which is why many Android camera apps do not default to this option. Historically, the Jetpack CameraX library only supported JPEG image capture, while the Android Camera2 API offered RAW capabilities. The recent release of CameraX version 1.5.0-alpha03 introduces two new output formats: OUTPUTFORMATRAW for single RAW images and OUTPUTFORMATRAW_JPEG for simultaneous capture of RAW and JPEG images, with RAW images saved in Adobe DNG format. This support for RAW photography marks a significant shift in CameraX's functionality, likely expanding creative possibilities for third-party apps.
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