Samsung Camera Assistant Update Expands Pro Mode with Presets, Custom Controls
Samsung has rolled out a significant update to its Camera Assistant app for Galaxy devices running One UI 8.5, delivering a suite of advanced features aimed at users who frequently utilize Pro photo and video modes. This update transforms manual control, offering greater customization and efficiency for both photography enthusiasts and videographers.
Pro Mode Enhancements and Custom Presets
A standout addition is the introduction of Pro mode presets. Users can now save their preferred manual settings—including ISO, shutter speed, exposure value, focus, and white balance—and quickly reapply them later. This eliminates the need to manually reconfigure settings for recurring shooting scenarios. Each preset also remembers the camera lens used when saved, automatically switching lenses when a preset is applied. Notably, presets can even be created based on settings from existing photos in the Gallery.
Further refining manual control, focus peaking—which highlights in-focus areas—is now customizable. Users can adjust the color and outline thickness of the peaking overlay and choose whether it remains constantly visible or only appears during focus adjustment.
Bridging Pro and Standard Modes
In a move to blend advanced controls with simplicity, the update allows users to integrate certain Pro mode adjustments into the standard Photo mode. While manual ISO and shutter speed control remain exclusive to Pro mode, users can now adjust white balance and exposure value directly in Photo mode. Additionally, limits can be set for maximum ISO and minimum shutter speed, helping to manage noise in low light or prevent motion blur without entering Pro mode.
Advanced Video and Stabilization Controls
For videographers, the update provides finer control over autofocus and autoexposure behavior during Pro video recording. Users can select whether both focus and exposure remain adjustable while recording or if only autofocus can be modified after recording begins.
A notable new option is the ability to completely disable Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). Previously, users could only turn off video stabilization (EIS). This gives creators more direct control over stabilization effects, which can be desirable for specific creative or technical purposes.
The app now also supports Tilta wireless lens controllers, enabling precise physical dial control over focus and zoom—particularly useful when the phone is mounted on a gimbal or tripod.
Interface Customization and Mode Management
To reduce on-screen clutter, users can customize which indicators (like flash, timer, resolution, and exposure) are always visible or only appear when active at the top of the screen in Photo and Video modes.
Finally, the update allows users to enable or disable the Dual Rec and Single Take modes from appearing in the camera's mode selection screen, letting them streamline the interface to their preferences.
Conclusion
This Camera Assistant update represents a substantial leap in manual camera control for Samsung Galaxy users. By introducing time-saving presets, deeper customization for focus peaking and stabilization, integration of Pro controls into standard mode, and support for professional accessories, Samsung is empowering users to tailor their shooting experience with unprecedented precision. The update, version 4.5.00.13, is available via the Galaxy Store for compatible One UI 8.5 devices, marking a significant step forward in mobile photography and videography flexibility.