First...
If you already are aware that it's possible to stop the camera from refocusing during recording, then this post isn't for you...
BUT...
If, like me, you initially didn't realize this, or are currently considering Galaxy S III, you should know that you can stop the camera from refocusing during video recording. This has been a big source of complaints on latest smartphones with continuous autofocus that constantly adjust (and sometimes lose focus) during video recording, which can be annoying. Stopping autofocus during recording will give you complete control over what the phone should be focusing on. Check it out...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZuFQ-X_tSrc
p.s. If you missed my complete Galaxy S III review and a brief comparison with HTC One S, link is provided at the end of the video.
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Hello!
Is there a way to record videos with the screen turned off? I frequently record longer videos and that would save a lot of juice...
I have tried the various spy camera like apps, but none of them makes high quality recordings (although some of them can record HD it is of very low quality).
The only feature I need is to be able to turn off the screen after starting the recording in the stock camera app.
Is it possible?
No.
The only current way is 3rd party apps, as you mention. I guess you're stuck with the best of them, for now.
I use videoreg from the market to record my car journeys in case of an accident and to laugh at the stupid things people do
this has third party support for the samsung hi def codecs and can record in background, with the screen off.
Duffman19 said:
I use videoreg from the market to record my car journeys in case of an accident and to laugh at the stupid things people do
this has third party support for the samsung hi def codecs and can record in background, with the screen off.
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Interesting. I use AutoGuard but will give this a try too. LOVE AutoGuard!
I tried videoreg - does not record anything on my device!? Which video settings do you use?
DoctorT said:
I tried videoreg - does not record anything on my device!? Which video settings do you use?
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it pretty much just worked, AAC audio, 1280x720 (although 1080p works too) H.264 and mpeg4. Make sure to turn on extended camera controls and manual bitrate.
After a reboot it now works as it should (before it stopped the recording right after I pressed the rec button and did not save anything) - the quality is really perfect!! Thanks a lot! (Although I still prefer to use the stock app - in case somebody has a solution for that please post it...)
I've recently published app: play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lofatsoftware.hvc which records video in background... also then screen is turned off.
I've tried it on 6 different devices and quality of video is exactly the same as when recording via android stock camera application.
I would be grateful for feedback if my app works for you.
Best reagrds,
Do you know if GS3 is able to pause a video recording and resume in a second time?
It's a killer feature for me (that even a 5 years old nokia can handle..)
DJ Palmis said:
Do you know if GS3 is able to pause a video recording and resume in a second time?
It's a killer feature for me (that even a 5 years old nokia can handle..)
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i dont see samsung that much innovative when it comes to their camera app. I think you still need lg camera app to pause/resume recording. Ill be the one among the happy men if this feature comes true
I agree. All these ideas/requests... I hope the OpenDesign team implements them. They are taking suggestions for some kind of feature pack for CM9.
the SGS1 had all of these features, as well as adjusting sharpness and saturation in the camera.. the year before on their Omnia HD, they had all of these and you could take slow motion video, fast video, and had an iso of 1600. every year the camera gets worse.. well be lucky if this new one even has video recording...
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well be lucky if this new one even has video recording...
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Umbeliveable..
The manual did not make mention of pausing while recording, but it did mention that you can change focus while already recording by tapping where you want to focus.
So my question about touch-to-focus while recording is confirmed? I sure hope so.
New Corean JB ROM has got the Pause/Resume during recording video!!!
Now finger crossed for Global JB ROM!!
Any news on Poland Rom version?
Hey guys,
I just watched like all videos about s3 and its camera, it seems like the audio quality of recorded videos are hoorible compared to even older devices... Is there any way to simply implement an equializer with a default settings change for the audio recorded ? U know, to fix that..
And the other thing is the brightness, i noticed that if ur recording outside or in a forest or park the camera cant simply handle the bright spots... In general i watched comparision videos with an iphone (which i will enver bey) and a galaxy nexus, the nexus doesnt ave these problems with brightness and has a waaay better audio quality..
Can anyone of u who owns this device please make some videos in 1080p and plax around with the contrast/brightness settings, since i dont have my device yet so i can see what quality changes one cna make ?
Thanks. Sincerely Gram.
Hello guys,
I have an international S3 with CM 10.1 nightly 20130314.
I've mounted my phone to my motorcycle (for navigation but also as a GoPro-alternative). So I tried to record a short video with the stock camera app and this is what happened:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZaJtMImsELk
The faster I go, the more "wobbly" the video becomes. I have a feeling the software tries to compensate the fast motion but gets sort of "confused" because of the vibrations...
Can someone explain to me what is going on? Is there any way to "fix" it? I wouldn't mind some shaking, but this wavey video is really weird to watch.
Thank you!
I'm a little concern by the fact that you cannot switch between different camera when recording video at 4K 60 fps.
Whatever zoom level you start at is the one you’re stuck with and you’re forced to stop recording and then start another recording at a different zoom level.
I don't think it's acceptable this is not possible with hardware of this level especially since all photo modules can record at [email protected]
I really hope this thing gets fixed as soon as possible with an update!!!
M.
I hope this too...