Tutorial: Rapid-Burst Exposure-Bracketing

Step 1: Install and Prepare ProCamera

1. Download ProCamera from the App Store.
2. Open the app and grant Camera and Photos permissions.
3. For best results:
   • Use a tripod or steady hold (critical for multi-shot brackets).
   • Enable RAW or ProRAW in settings for maximum dynamic range.
   • Turn on Histogram, Grids, and Zebra Stripes (for highlight/shadow warnings).
   • Unlock ProCamera Up via Settings > Shop for full EB features.

Step 2: Switch to Photo Mode and Enable Manual/Semi-Auto

1. Launch the app and ensure you're in Photo mode (main capture screen).
2. In the Control Panel (usually left side or bottom), activate M (Manual) or SI (Semi-Automatic) mode. Bracketing works best here.

Step 3: Configure Exposure Bracketing

1. With ProCamera Up active, an EB (Exposure Bracketing) button appears in the viewfinder.
2. Tap the EB button to open the Exposure Bracketing dial.
3. Adjust the blue markers to set the EV spread (up to ±7 stops possible).
   • Example: Standard 3-shot bracket at -2 / 0 / +2 EV.
   • You can shift the middle exposure away from 0 if needed.
4. Go to Settings > Exposure Bracketing for advanced options:
   • Number of shots: 3, 5, or 7.
   • Enable AMEB (Advanced Manual Exposure Bracketing) for asymmetric spreads (e.g., -2 / 0 / +1).
   • Choose file format (RAW recommended).

Step 4: Compose, Focus, and Capture the Rapid Burst

1. Frame your shot in the viewfinder.
2. Tap the screen to set focus and/or exposure point (ProCamera supports split focus/exposure control).
3. Adjust overall EV, ISO, or shutter if using manual controls.
4. Press the large shutter button (bottom right, white circle).
   • The app captures the entire bracketed sequence rapidly (one press = multiple shots).
   • You'll hear multiple shutter sounds for larger brackets (5+ shots).
   • Images save as separate files in your Photos app or chosen album.

Step 5: Post-Processing for HDR

1. Upload your photos to ProPicFix for HDR processing and editing services

Tutorial: Rapid-Burst Exposure-Bracketing

Step 1: Install and Prepare Open Camera

1. Download and Install Open Camera.
2. Open the app and grant Camera, Storage, and Location permissions (location optional for geotagging).
3. For best results:
   • Use a tripod or steady hold (critical for multi-shot brackets).
   • Enable RAW if supported (under photo settings) for better post-processing.
   • Performance depends on your device's Camera2 API support. Enable it for faster, more reliable bracketing (up to 5 shots at ±3 stops).

Step 2: Enable Camera2 API (recommended for bracketing)

1. Tap the gear icon (Settings) in the top-right or bottom bar.
2. Go to Settings > Camera API .
3. Toggle Bracketing ON.
4. Select Camera2 API (if availabe on our device). This unlocks manual controls, faster bracketing, and better quality. If unavailable, fall back to the legacy API.

Step 3: Configure Exposure Bracketing Settings

1. In Settings, go to Photo settings
2. Look for Exposure Bracketing options:
   • Exposure Bracketing Shots - Set the total number of images (e.g., 3 for -1 / 0 / +1)
   • Exposure Bracketing Stops - Set the EV difference (e.g., 1 or 2 stops)
3. Common setup: 3 shots at ±1 stop for quick HDR

Step 4: Switch to Exposure Bracketing Mode

1. In the main viewfinder, tap the three-dot menu or popup menu icon (often top-right).
2. Under Photo Mode, select Expo {} (Auto Exposure Bracketing / AEB).
   • The icon will show as Expo {} when active.

Step 5: Compose, Focus, and Capture the Burst

1. Frame your shot.
2. Tap the screen to set focus and exposure point (or use manual focus if enabled).
3. Adjust Exposure Compensation (EV slider) if you want to shift the whole bracket.
4. Press the large shutter button (blue camera icon, usually bottom-center).
   • Open Camera fires the rapid-burst sequence almost instantly (faster with Camera2 API).
5. The photos save as separate files (e.g., IMG_001.jpg, IMG_002.jpg) in your chosen folder (default: OpenCamera).

Step 6: Post-Processing for HDR

1. Upload your photos to ProPicFix for HDR processing and editing services

Tutorial: Rapid-Burst Exposure-Bracketing

Step 1: Prepare the App and Your Phone

1. Open ProShot on your Android phone.
2. Grant camera, storage, and any other permissions.
3. For best results:
   • Use a tripod or steady hold (critical for multi-shot brackets).
   • Enable RAW + JPEG if your phone supports it (top-left format button).
   • Turn on the histogram (in settings or viewfinder overlay) to check exposure.
   • Set your base exposure in Auto, Program (P), or Manual (M) mode first — the app can dynamically switch modes.

Step 2: Access the Drive Dial adn Select Photo Mode

1. Look at the bottom bar of the viewfinder. You’ll see the Drive Dial (a circular mode selector, similar to a DSLR mode dial).
2. Tap or swipe the Drive Dial to switch to Photo mode. Photo mode is the default for stills and includes optional bracketing.

Step 3: Enable anc Configure EV Bracketing

1. In Photo mode, open the Photo-specific settings (often via a menu, sub-options on the Drive Dial, or a dedicated button in the bottom/top bar).
2. Toggle EV Bracketing ON. This is explicitly listed in the official ProShot documentation for Photo mode.
3. Configure the bracketing (if options appear):
   • Number of shots: Usually 2 or 3 (e.g., underexposed, normal, overexposed).
   • EV steps: Adjust the exposure difference (e.g., ±1, ±2, or up to ±3 stops in 1/3-stop increments).
   • Type: Some versions let you choose exposure compensation, ISO, or shutter speed bracketing.
   • If no advanced options show, it uses sensible defaults (3 shots with balanced EV spread).

Step 4: Compose, Focus, and Shoot the Bracketed Burst

1. Frame your shot in the viewfinder.
2. Tap the screen to set focus/exposure point (or use manual focus with focus peaking for precision). Drag the focus box if needed.
3. Adjust exposure compensation slider (bottom bar) if you want to shift the entire bracket.
4. Press the large shutter button (white circle, usually bottom center). Hold briefly if needed, but one tap is usually enough for the full rapid-burst sequence.
5. ProShot will capture the bracketed photos in quick succession (zero-lag where hardware allows).
6. The images save automatically to your chosen folder (check settings for storage location). They appear as separate files (e.g., IMG_0001.jpg, IMG_0002.jpg, etc.).

Step 5: Post-Processing for HDR

1. Upload your photos to ProPicFix for HDR processing and editing services