How to set up a camera on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro: a complete guide for the perfect photos and videos

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro

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In this article, we’ll break down all aspects of camera setup – from basic settings to hidden features. MIUI, You'll learn how to make the most of the device in all sorts of scenarios, from portraits to nightscapes, and you'll also learn the secrets of the handheld Pro mode, which turns the smartphone into a near-professional camera.

We will immediately note: Redmi Note 8 Pro works on the basis of custom firmware MIUI, where some of the functions may differ depending on the version (e.g., in the MIUI 12.5 and MIUI 14 different interfaces for the shooting menu. All the instructions in this article are relevant for the last stable builds of 2026. If you have outdated software, update it through Settings. → The phone. → Updating the system.

And lastly, don't expect miracles from automatic mode. Even flagship smartphones require manual adjustment to specific conditions. Ready to figure it out? Let's start with the basics.

1. Basic camera settings: what to check first

Before you dive into manual modes, make sure that the basic camera settings are optimally tuned. Many shooting problems (such as long focus or soap shots) are solved in just two clicks.

Open the Camera app and tap the icon ⚙️ (The gears are in the upper right corner, and there are key options:

• 🔍 Photo resolution: Choose 64 MP for maximum quality (but remember that such shots "weigh" up to 20 MB). 16 MP is enough for everyday shooting - it uses pixel binning for better detail.
• 🎥 Video resolution: Optimal 4K@30fps for stable rollers or 1080p@60fps for dynamic scenes. 4K upon 60 footage on the Redmi Note 8 Pro is recorded with a crop - the viewing angle narrows to 20%.
• 📱 Side ratio: 4:3 gives more detail, 16:9 is more convenient for storytelling.
• 🌙 Night mode: Turn on the Auto option so that the camera itself offers to activate it in dark scenes. Manual mode is turned on by the "Moon" button on the camera's home screen.

If you post a photo on social media, turn it off, it spoils the composition. Here's the option to Save Settings (in some versions). MIUI) It remembers your preferences between sessions.

Optimization AI-Regimes: when artificial intelligence interferes with

The AI in the Redmi Note 8 Pro can recognize scenes (sky, food, text), automatically adjust exposure, and even retouch faces, but it often overplays, such as overly smoothing the skin or making colors look unnatural.

In camera settings (⚙️ → AI-camera) options available:

• 🤖 Scene recognition: Turn off if the camera misidentifies the object (e.g., mistaking the dog for a “food»).
• 🌈 Color enhancement: Reduce intensity to 50-70% to avoid plastic shades.
• 👤 Beauty: For natural portraits, set a level of 2-3 out of 10. At 0, the retouch is completely turned off.
• 📏 Automobile-HDR: Enable but manually activate HDR only in high contrast scenes (for example, sunset against a background of dark trees).

AI To avoid artifacts (blurred edges of hair or objects), watch for the hints on the screen: if the camera asks to "step back" or "come closer" - follow the recommendation. The optimal distance to the object in portrait mode is 1-1.5 meters.

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If AI persistently spoils colors, try resetting the camera settings to the factory: → Annexes → Application management → Camera. → Warehouse → Clean up the data. It will remove all your preferences, but it will bring back the clean processing algorithm.

Manual control: Pro mode for professional shots

Pro (or Manual) mode in the Redmi Note 8 Pro camera gives access to parameters that are usually only available in mirrors: shutter speed, ISO, White balance and focus. It's the only way to get complete control of a shot, but it requires understanding the basics of photography.

How to turn on and configure:

1. Open the camera and swipe left through the list of modes (or tap More). → Pro).
2. In the right side menu, you'll see a slider panel: ⏱️ Extract: Responsible for the opening time of the shutter. Use static objects 1/100–1/500, night-shot — 1–4 seconds (needs tripod!). 📊 ISO: Sensitivity sensors. 100–400, dusk — 800–1600. Higher. 3200 It'll make a lot of noise. 🎯 Focus: Manually adjust sharpness if autofocus is wrong. Useful for macro photography. 🔄 White Balance: Choose Auto or manually adjust the temperature (in Kelvin) for natural shades.

To save settings as a preset, click on the icon ⭐ top-down.

When shooting in format RAW (Included in the Pro mode settings, you will get raw files without processing, which can then be perfected in Lightroom or Snapseed: RAW It takes up a lot of space (up to 40 MB per picture) and does not support it. HDR.

4 Secrets of video shooting: stabilization, sound and 4K

Video on the Redmi Note 8 Pro can be professional if you set up three key aspects: stabilization, resolution and audio, starting with stabilization, the weakest point of budget smartphones.

In the video settings (⚙️ → Video resolution) options available:

• 🎞️ 4K@30fps: Maximum quality, but without electronic stabilization (EIS). Suitable for static scenes.
• 🎥 1080p@60fps: There is. EIS, Video is smoother. Perfect for vlog or dynamic storytelling.
• 🔊 Microphone: Turn on Noise Reduction in the settings if shooting in noisy places. Use an external microphone for better sound (connects via Type-C).

To manually adjust the video, go to Pro Video mode (available after the update) MIUI beforehand 12.5+). You can also record the shutter speed here (for example, 1/50 for cinematic effect) and ISO. The main rule: the exposure should be in 2 This is less than the frame rate. 30fps put down 1/60.

Set maximum permit (1080p@60fps dynamically)

Insert stabilization (EIS)

Turn off digital zoom (use optical only)

Check the vacant seat (1 minute) 4K = ~400MB)

Recharge the battery to 100% (video strongly puts the battery down)-->

⚠️ Note: When shooting a video in 4K Smartphones are hotter than the temperature of 45.°C, the camera will automatically shut down. To avoid this, shoot in short intervals (5-7 minutes) and let the phone cool down.

5 Night photography: how to get around the limitations of a small sensor

The main camera of the Redmi Note 8 Pro has a Samsung sensor GW1 size 1/1.7" — It's not bad for a public sector person, but in the dark, it loses to the flagships, but with the right settings, you can get acceptable pictures even without a tripod.

Algorithm for night photography:

1. Activate Night Mode (the Moon icon on the camera’s home screen).
2. If the object is static (for example, a building), choose the maximum shutter speed (5-7 seconds).
3. Install. ISO It's 1600-3200 manually. It's going to be too much noise.
4. Use a delay timer or trigger (applications like Camera) FV-5 support this) to avoid shaking when pressed.
5. For the best results, shoot in format RAW And then process it in Lightroom Mobile (reduce noise and raise shadows).

If the night mode refuses to turn on, check:

• 🔋 Is the battery enough (below 20% is locked).
• 📱 Phone temperature (when overheating night shooting is turned off).
• 📸 Clean lens (dirty or fingerprints impair quality).

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Night mode on the Redmi Note 8 Pro works best at ambient temperature from +5°C +30°C. In the cold (-10°C and below) the sensor can "noise" even at minimal ISO.

Additional Camera Modules: When and How to Use Them

In addition to the main 64 MP camera, the Redmi Note 8 Pro has three additional modules:

• 📸 8 MP (ultra-wide): Viewing angle 120°. Useful for architecture or landscapes, but the edges of the frame are distorted (barrel-shaped distortion (⚙️ → Correct distortion).
• 🔍 2 MP (macro): Focusing distance - 2-10 cm Gives acceptable detail, but only in good lighting. In the dark, it is better to use the main camera with manual focusing.
• 👁️ 2 MP (deep sensor): Works only in portrait mode to blur the background. Disables in settings if you don't need the bokeh effect.

Use tips:

• The ultra-wide module loses detail in low light, and it's better to take the shot at dusk to the main camera.
• The macro lens is fixed, you can't zoom in or out, and the optimal distance is highlighted by a green frame on the screen.
• For panoramas, use the main camera in Panorama mode (quality will be higher than on a wide-angle).

If additional modules are not focused or give a blurry image, try:

1. Rub the lenses with a soft cloth (without alcohol!).
2. Reboot the phone.
3. Reset the camera settings (Settings) → Annexes → Camera. → Warehouse → Clear the data).

⚠️ Note: When shooting on a macro lens, do not cover the flash or additional modules with your finger - this leads to overheating of the sensor and artifacts in the photo.

7 Third-party applications: when a standard camera is lacking

In some scenarios, Xiaomi’s standard Camera app is limited, such as not being able to shoot in ProRes format or use external microphones without lags, and alternative software will help:

To install GCam on Redmi Note 8 Pro, follow the instructions:

1. Download the version for Snapdragon 675 (for example, BSG GCam).
2. In the application settings, turn on: HDR+ Enhanced for better detail; Night Sight instead of the standard night mode; Auxiliary cameras for additional modules.

MIUI Camera API

GCam

Third-party cameras may conflict with the standard app. If the main camera stops working after installing the GCam, clear the cache (Settings) → Annexes → Camera. → Warehouse → Clear the cache).

8. Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after the camera is set up correctly, Redmi Note 8 Pro users face typical problems.

• 📉 Camera brakes or flies: Clear the app's cache (Settings) → Annexes → Camera. → Warehouse → Clear the cache. AI-The camera is in the settings - it consumes a lot of resources. Check the free space on the phone (needs at least 1 GB).
• 🌓 Photos too dark or light: Manually adjust exposure (swipe your finger up/down the screen after focusing).-HDR — He sometimes gets his balance wrong. 2–3 seconds.
• 🔍 Autofocus doesn't work: Wipe your lens with a napkin for optics. Switch to manual focus in Pro mode. Check if the lens is covered with a cover or film.

If the camera produces an error “Can’t connect to the camera”, reset all camera settings:

Settings → Applications → Application Management → Camera → Storage → Clear data

Then restart the phone. If the problem persists, check to see if there are any super-user rights that can block access to the camera.

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If the camera produces a blurred image or artifacts after the phone falls, that's physical damage to the module, and then the camera at the service center needs to be replaced.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions