Best Manual Camera Apps for Android (2026) – DSLR Control on Your Phone

Best Android Camera Apps (2026)

Take full control of ISO, shutter speed and focus with these powerful Android camera apps.  Top Manual, Pro & DSLR-Style Camera Apps for Android.

Android smartphones now rival dedicated cameras in many situations — but the default camera app rarely gives you full control. That’s where third-party camera apps come in.

In this guide, we’ve tested the best Android camera apps for 2026, focusing on apps that give you manual control, RAW shooting and professional-level features.

ProShot

Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.riseupgames.proshot2

ProShot is one of the most advanced manual camera apps available on Android. It offers full control over ISO, shutter speed, focus and white balance.

👉 Download ProShot here:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.riseupgames.proshot2

Best for: DSLR-style control

Open Camera

Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.sourceforge.opencamera

Open Camera is a powerful open-source app offering manual controls, HDR modes and extensive customisation — completely free.

👉 Download Open Camera here:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.sourceforge.opencamera

Best for: Free advanced controls

Camera FV-5

Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.flavionet.android.camera.pro

Camera FV-5 is designed for enthusiasts who want precise control. It supports long exposure photography and DSLR-like settings.

👉 Download Camera FV-5 here:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.flavionet.android.camera.pro

Best for: Long exposure

Footej Camera

Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.footej.camera

Footej Camera offers a clean interface with manual controls, making it a great balance between simplicity and power.

👉 Download Footej Camera here:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.footej.camera

Best for: Simplicity + control

HedgeCam 2

Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.caddish_hedgehog.hedgecam2

HedgeCam 2 is a more advanced version of Open Camera, offering deeper customisation and extended features.

👉 Download HedgeCam 2 here:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.caddish_hedgehog.hedgecam2

Best for: Advanced users

Manual Camera

Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lensesdev.manual.camera.pro

Manual Camera is designed for beginners who want to learn manual photography without being overwhelmed.

👉 Download Manual Camera here:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lensesdev.manual.camera.pro

Best for: Learning manual photography

MotionCam

Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.motioncam

MotionCam is unique — it captures true RAW data and even supports RAW video, making it one of the most powerful apps available.

👉 Download MotionCam here:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.motioncam

Best for: RAW capture

Bacon Camera

Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fgnm.baconcamera

Bacon Camera works on devices that don’t normally support Camera2 API, making manual controls accessible on older phones.

👉 Download Bacon Camera here:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fgnm.baconcamera

Best for: Older Android devices

❓ FAQs

What is the best Android camera app?

ProShot is widely considered the best due to its DSLR-style controls and professional features.

Are camera apps better than stock Android camera apps?

Yes — third-party apps often offer manual controls and RAW shooting not available in default apps.

Which Android camera app supports RAW?

ProShot, Open Camera and MotionCam all support RAW capture.

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