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.
| App | Best For | Price | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| ProShot | Manual control | Paid | DSLR-style interface |
| Open Camera | Free control | Free | Full manual settings |
| Camera FV-5 | Advanced shooting | Paid | Long exposure |
| Footej Camera | Simplicity | Free/Paid | Clean UI |
| HedgeCam 2 | Customisation | Free | Advanced settings |
| Manual Camera | Beginners | Paid | Easy manual controls |
| MotionCam | RAW video | Free/Paid | True RAW capture |
| Bacon Camera | Compatibility | Free | Works on older devices |
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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