Camera FV-5 Lite

Professional camera app that brings DSLR manual photography controls to Android.

Camera FV-5 Lite

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By: FGAE Apps
Version: 5.3.7 (Last updated: 2023-10-30)
Creation date: 2012-03-08
Permissions
Location: approximate location (network-based), precise location (GPS and network-based)
Photos/Media/Files: read the contents of your USB storage, modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
Storage: read the contents of your USB storage, modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
Camera: take pictures and videos
Other:
  • receive data from Internet
  • view network connections
  • control flashlight
  • full network access
  • reorder running apps
  • set wallpaper
  • control vibration
  • prevent device from sleeping
  • Google Play license check
  • read Google service configuration

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App summary

Camera FV-5 is a professional camera application for mobile devices, that puts DSLR-like manual controls in your fingertips. Tailored to enthusiast and professional photographers, with this camera application you can capture the best raw photographs so that you can post-process them later and get stunning results. The only limit is your imagination and creativity!


Major features:

● All photographic parameters are adjustable and always at hand: exposure compensation, ISO, light metering mode, focus mode, white balance and program mode.
● DSLR-like viewfinder display: see exposure time, aperture and stops display with EV and bracketing settings, in real-time!
● Full fledged exposure bracketing: from 3 to 7 frames, unlimited stops spacing, plus custom EV shifting.
● Built-in intervalometer: make stunning timelapses (even bracketed/HDR timelapses) and time-controlled picture series.
● Program and Speed-priority modes.
● Long exposure support: take beautiful night photos and light trails with long exposure times up to 30 seconds**.
● JPEG, true 16-bit RAW in DNG format*, and lossless PNG photo capturing formats, perfect for post-processing.
● Manual shutter speed: from 1/80000 to 2", or the range available on your device*.
● All camera functions assignable to volume keys. You can adjust EV, ISO, color temperature and more using volume keys. Devices with hardware camera shutter key are also supported.
● EXIF and XMP sidecar metadata support.
● Autofocus, macro, touch-to-focus, true manual focus* and infinity focus modes. Autofocus lock feature (AF-L).
● Autoexposure (AE-L) and auto white balance (AWB-L) locks in Android 4.0+.
● In background photo and RAW developing and processing allows a smooth, uninterrupted camera operation.
● Digital zoom using multitouch pinch gesture. Also shows 35mm equivalent focal length!
● The most advanced electronic viewfinder: live RGB histogram, 10 composition grid overlays and 9 crop guides available.
● Powerful organization options: different storage locations and fully customizable file names (even with variables).
● The user interface is available in more than 30 languages.


This camera application completely avoids scene modes, instead you get full manual control over all photographic parameters, just like you do with a reflex camera, so you can ultimately control every aspect of the picture, and leave the post-processing to the computer. So after your DSLR, you will never miss a photo opportunity again, being able to capture it with the closer sensation to your DSLR as possible.


The Lite version is a fully functional version of Camera FV-5, with limited picture resolution support. Please buy Pro version to unlock all your device's resolutions and enable RAW capture (if it is supported on your device).


IMPORTANT: If you find a bug using the application, PLEASE, visit the web page http://www.camerafv5.com/ or write to [email protected] with your phone model name and the description of the problem, before writing a negative comment. Customer satisfaction is our priority, and we will do our best to fix the issues as soon as possible!


Connect with Camera FV-5 and stay always up to the latest information about current and future development. Visit the official website http://www.camerafv5.com, be a fan of http://www.facebook.com/CameraFV5, subscribe to http://www.twitter.com/CameraFV5 or watch tutorials at http://www.youtube.com/user/camerafv5.


* Requires Android 5.0+ and a fully compliant Camera2 implementation. Currently only LG Nexus 5 and Motorola Nexus 6.
** Requires Android 5.0+. Compatible as well on the Samsung Galaxy Camera (1 and 2), Galaxy S4 Zoom and HTC One (M8). On Android 4.4 or older, long exposures lowers picture resolution to 2 or 1 MP, depending models. The reason is explained here: http://www.camerafv5.com/faq.php#long-exposure-resolution

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Google Play Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • User-friendly with manual controls for ISO, shutter speeds, and metering modes
  • Significantly improves image quality compared to default camera apps
  • Lightweight and doesn't drain battery life
  • Great for close-up and technical photography
  • Useful features like intervalometer for time-lapse photography
Cons
  • Frequent bugs and crashes, especially on newer devices
  • Inconsistent performance; issues with viewfinder and capturing images
  • Difficulties with long exposure settings and inaccurate instructions
  • Limited resolution in the Lite version and performs poorly on higher Android versions
  • Lack of reliable support from developers
Most mentioned
  • App often crashes or becomes unresponsive
  • Image quality issues or unexpected behavior with settings
  • Desire for better support and updated features
  • Good image quality with manual controls but requires stability
User reviews
I've been using this app since I got my Galaxy S3 many years ago (new) and this is still the best camera app I've ever used. I hope to maybe see options someday for the thermal imaging camera on phones such as Blackview, I would be very impressed if it happened. This app doesn't seem to have any noticeable effect on my battery life and hasn't lagged in any way. (Currently using the ubiquitous Samsung A03-2024)
by Sean Clark, 2024-08-30

Settings for ISO, shutter speeds, metering modes, more. I love it. I recommend it. It pretty much turns your phone into a manual rangefinder camera that you have at hand at all times in a pocket. This Lite version is easy to use and is far better than the average camera that comes with most phones. A real upgrade. A big thank you to the developer!🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
by AL Farrell, 2024-07-22

OK, final update. App deleted, was put and about, and decided yo take a quick picture,but low and behold I when I opened it all the settings had changed again. I had 4 cameras on my, now three, and this is the only app that does this. Thank god I have upgraded to a real camera.
by Stephen Kent, 2024-06-27
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