Best camera apps for Android
Camera apps replace the stock camera with manual exposure, focus and white balance, film or retro looks, time and location stamps, or higher-quality video.
45 apps ranked · How we rank
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A free, ad-supported camera app that covers the basics well and suits anyone whose device needs a straightforward replacement.
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A free, ad-supported camera app that covers stills, video and panorama with useful manual settings — best for devices with a limited built-in camera.
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ProCCD delivers convincing CCD-era looks with manual controls and editing tools, best for anyone who wants a retro camera aesthetic.
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A free, feature-rich camera app for Android users who want filters and manual controls without paying.
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A focused, well-built tool for field teams that need verifiable photo records, best value once a crew shares Teamspace.
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A free, ad-supported camera app with real-time filters and genuine manual controls, best for people who want to adjust their shots.
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A specialized documentation camera that stamps date, time and location onto photos and videos, best for people who need proof of when and where.
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A free, feature-packed 4K camera and editor for casual shooters who post often, with ads and purchases to accept.
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A free, ad-supported camera app for Android users who want manual controls, RAW capture and 4K video in one place.
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A free, feature-packed camera app for people who want manual controls, beauty modes and editing in one download.
More of the best camera apps
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11
Kapi Cam - Y2K & CCD Camera
Sensevideo
4.6
10M+
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12
Fomz
MagicDmStudio
4.5
10M+
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13
DSLR HD Camera : 4K HD Camera
DOSA Apps
4.5
10M+
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14
HD Camera: Professional Camera
天気
4.6
10M+
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15
GPS Photo: With Location & Map
Galaxy studio apps
4.3
10M+
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16
Night Camera Mode: Video Photo
SABAN
4.6
1M+
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17
OldRoll - Vintage Film Camera
accordion
4.3
10M+
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18
Open Camera
Mark Harman
4.0
100M+
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19
Blackmagic Camera
Blackmagic Design Inc.
4.6
1M+
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20
Camera - Fast Snap with Filter
1 Bit
4.2
10M+
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21
Dazzil Cam: Film & CCD Retro
DZ Film Cam - Retro & Vintage Studio
4.1
10M+
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22
Timestamp Camera, Auto GPS Cam
Hitchhike Tech
4.1
10M+
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23
HD Camera for Android
One Music Player
4.5
10M+
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24
ProShot
Rise Up Games
4.5
500K+
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25
Background video recorder
lock screen passcode
4.1
10M+
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26
Secure Camera
GrapheneOS
4.0
10M+
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27
Rarevision VHS: Retro Cam
Rarevision
4.8
100K+
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28
ProCam X ( HD Camera Pro )
Imagi Mobile
4.2
1M+
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29
Tagofy - Geotag Map Camera
Vasundhara Infotech LLP
4.3
10M+
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30
mcpro24fps demo - video camera
Chantal Pro SIA
4.2
1M+
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31
MeShot: GPS Camera & Geo Stamp
HAWKS Technologies
3.8
5M+
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32
Camera HD for Android - 4K Cam
Antheia Tools
4.3
500K+
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33
SODA - Natural Beauty Camera
SNOW Corporation
4.2
10M+
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34
Smart Camera HD - Ultra Camera
Camera HDR - 4k
3.6
10M+
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35
Timestamp Camera Pro
Bian Di
4.4
100K+
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36
Camera for Android - HD Camera
Bright Solved
4.4
100K+
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37
GCamera: GCam & HD Pro Photos
Gcam
3.5
10M+
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38
Native Camera
N8 Media
4.1
100K+
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39
GPS Camera with Time Stamp
Wanda Gallery Studio
3.2
5M+
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40
Solocator - GPS Field Camera
Civi Corp
3.6
100K+
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41
Manual Camera: DSLR Camera Pro
Lenses Inc.
4.1
1M+
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42
Luna: Ultra Zoom Camera 100x
Luckyman Game Studio
3.8
500K+
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43
DeepSkyCamera Pro
Michael Seeboerger-Weichselbaum
3.9
1K+
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44
Disposable Camera App
Applorium Ltd
4.1
10K+
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45
Dual Camera Sides
One Music Player
3.0
500K+
About camera apps
Phone photography hobbyists, people after a consistent look for social posts without editing every shot, and anyone who finds the stock camera too limiting are the main audience. Some put manual controls first, others focus on filters and film simulation, and some are built around video. More control means slower shooting, while preset looks are quick but fixed. Free versions may show ads, stamp a watermark on photos or lock features until you pay.
What to look for
- Check which manual controls the app exposes, such as shutter speed, ISO, and focus, because these determine how much creative control you get beyond automatic mode.
- Look at how filters and film simulations are applied, whether as a live preview or after capture, since this affects your workflow and how predictable the final image is.
- For video-focused apps, verify supported resolutions, frame rates, and stabilization, as these decide whether the app can replace your default recorder for moving subjects.
- Consider how the app handles your photos and location data, including whether it stores copies or uploads anything, because camera apps often request broad storage and location permissions.
- See how the app is paid for, such as ads, watermarks, or paid unlocks, so you know what you get before installing and whether core features sit behind a purchase.
How we rank
Apps are ranked by their Google Play rating (weighted by how many people rated them), their number of installs, how recently they were updated and how closely they fit the category. Only apps we've reviewed are included.