The Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro is still one of the brand’s most advanced flagships in terms of photographic capabilities: its 108-megapixel main camera, 8K video and advanced processing algorithms allow you to shoot at the level of professional DSLRs – but only if you adjust the parameters correctly. Many owners do not even realize that there are features in the camera menu that can dramatically improve the quality of images in different conditions.
In this article, we will not only discuss the basic settings (resolution, HDR, Night mode, but also little-known tricks: how to turn off aggressive image processing, set up manual mode for perfect color reproduction, use all four camera modules to the maximum, and optimize video for social networks. We will pay special attention to the typical mistakes that spoil the frames on the Mi 10 Pro – for example, why indoor photos sometimes turn out too warm or why video in the video is not available. 4K jiggle.
The instructions are relevant for all versions of the firmware MIUI (including global and Chinese, as well as for custom builds based on Android 10/11. If you have a different model from the Mi series 10 (Like Mi. 10 Lite or Mi 10T Pro, some of the settings may differ - we will mark such moments separately.
Basic camera settings: where to start
Before digging into advanced features, make sure the basic camera settings are optimally configured. Go to the Camera app, swipe up or tap the gear icon to open the settings menu.
- 📸 Photo resolution: by default costs 108 MP, but for most tasks, 27 MP is enough (pixels are combined into groups of 4, which improves detail in low light). 108 MP makes sense only for printing or framing.
- 🎥 Video resolution: maximum — 8K@24fps, But it's better for social media. 4K@30fps or 1080p@60fps (less processor load, smoother stabilization).
- 🔄 Regime. HDR: Turn on the car HDR — The algorithm will determine when you want to use the advanced speaker. HDR It is only for landscapes with bright sun.
- 🌙 Night mode: in the Mi 10 Pro, it works for both photos and videos. For static scenes (such as city lights at night), use manual shutter speeds up to 6 seconds.
Pay attention to the switch. AI-It's on by default, and that's not always a good thing: the algorithm sometimes over-saturates colors (especially greens) and blurs out details. AI Or use Photo Pro mode, where processing is minimal.
⚠️ Note: If after the update MIUI So the camera is starting to brake, reset it to the factory settings. → Annexes → Application management → Camera. → Warehouse → Clear the data. It'll delete all your presets, but it'll bring back smooth work.
Manual Mode (Pro): How to Shoot Like a Professional
Photo Pro mode in Mi 10 Pro opens access to full manual settings: shutter speed, ISO, White balance, focus, even curves. To activate it, swipe left in the main camera menu or tap three dots in the top right corner.
Here are the key parameters that should be set manually:
- ⚖️ Exposition (EV): It adjusts the brightness of the frame. For snowy landscapes, reduce the brightness of the frame. -0.7, For dark interiors, increase to +1.0.
- 📏 Shutter speed: to shoot water (for example, a waterfall) 1/10For the sports scenes, or for the sports scenes — 1/1000c and faster.
- 🎯 Focus: In manual mode, you can set infinity (∞) for landscapes or the minimum value for macro (from 5 cm).
- 🔥 ISO: Keep it within 100 to 800 for minimal noise. Above 1600, the photos will become grainy.
| The scene. | Excerpt. | ISO | Focus | White balance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portrait on the street (day) | 1/200c | 100–200 | Automobile | Daylight |
| Nighttown | 1/4s – 2s | 400–800 | ∞ | Filament lamp |
| Macro (flowers, insects) | 1/100s | 100 | 5-10 cm | Automobile |
| Sport/movement | 1/1000c | 200–400 | Automobile | Daylight |
The same settings are available for manual video, plus the ability to select a bitrate (up to 100 Mbps) 4K) color profile (DCI-P3 And you can see, for a wider palette, if you look at this, you can see that when you're shooting in the 8K manual settings are not available – only automatic mode.
Turn off the AI- camera |
Set the minimum ISO|
Check the white balance (not "Auto")|
Keep the focus fixed (if necessary)|
Include a grid (for the correct composition)-->
Optimization of video: 4K, 8K and stabilizing
Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro can shoot video in resolution before 8K@24fps, But in practice, it's not really a regime that's needed:
- 📱 Overheating: during long shooting in 8K The phone is heated to 45-50°C, which leads to trottling (a drop in productivity).
- 💾 File size: one minute 8K-video ~1.2 GB (versus 400 MB in) 4K).
- 🎬 Stabilization: in 8K Only electronic stabilization works (EIS), It cuts the edges of the frame. 4K Hybrid stabilization is available (OIS + EIS).
For most tasks, the optimal mode is 4K@30fps bitrate 50 If you want slow-motion, choose. 1080p@240fps (But remember, this is autofocus, and you can use social media (Instagram, TikTok) to do it. 1080p@60fps — This way, the video will be smoother and faster to load.
⚠️ Note: When shooting a video in 4K switched-on HDR10+ Artifacts may appear in dark areas of the frame. If you notice green or purple spots, turn off. HDR video-setting.
For better stabilization, use these techniques:
- Enable Ultrastabilization in the video settings (only works in the video settings) 1080p).
- Hold the phone with both hands, elbows in the body.
- For dynamic scenes (running, cycling) use an external stabilizer (e.g., a scaling system, DJI Osmo Mobile).
How to shoot a video without a stabilizer?
Secret Camera Features: What's Hidden in the Menu
The Mi 10 Pro has a few non-obvious features that you can enable through Settings. → Additional or special gestures:
- 🔍 Superzoom 100x: The camera only supports the 50x, But if you manually set the focus on ∞ and zoom in as much as possible, you can achieve a 100-fold approximation (although with a strong loss of quality).
- 🎭 Double exposure: in Portrait mode, hold your finger on the screen for 2 seconds - a menu with double exposure effects will appear (overlay of two frames).
- 📱 Shooting with two cameras: in the settings, enable Double video - the phone will simultaneously record video from the main and front camera (useful for streaming).
- 🔄 Quick camera switching: swipe up/down twice on the screen to instantly switch between the main, wide-angle and telephoto camera.
Another hidden possibility is shooting in format RAW. For that:
- Open Photo Pro mode.
- Click on the three dots in the upper right corner.
- Select Save in RAW.
RAW-file-weight ~40-60 MB each, but allow you to flexibly adjust exposure and colors in Lightroom or Snapseed without loss of quality.
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To quickly reset the camera settings to the factory, go to Settings → System system → Resetting settings → Reset the camera settings. This is useful if, after experimenting with manual mode, the photos have become worse.
Typical Problems and How to Fix Them
Even the Mi 10 Pro’s flagship camera has weaknesses, and here are the most frequent user complaints and ways to address them:
| Problem. | Reason. | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Photos in the room are too warm (yellowish) | The Wrong White Balance | In manual mode, set the white balance: 4000K–4500K |
| Video in the video 4K jiggle | Weak stabilization at high resolutions | Switch to the switch. 1080p@60fps ultra-stabilized |
| Night photos are blurred | Trembling hands in long exposure | Use a delay timer (2-3 seconds) or an external trigger |
| The colors in the photo are unrealistic (too bright) | Aggressive processing AI | Turn it off. AI-camera or shoot in Photo Pro |
If the camera is slowing down after the update, try these steps:
- Clear the Camera app cache in the phone settings.
- Turn off video smoothing in camera settings (sometimes it conflicts with newer versions) MIUI).
- Install an alternative application for shooting (such as GCam or Open Camera).
⚠️ Note: If you are shooting in 8K The video ends in 5-10 seconds, check the space on the phone.
Setup of the camera for social networks: Instagram, TikTok, YouTube
Each service has its own content requirements, and the Mi 10 Pro allows you to optimize your shooting for them.
- 📷 Instagram: Photo: 4:5 (1080×1350 pixels, turn off AI for natural flowers. Video: 1080p@30fps, bitrate 8–10 Mbit/s Reels: vertical video 9:16, stabilization is mandatory.
- 🎵 TikTok: Permission: 1080p@60fps (TikTok compresses video, so high frame rate will help keep the smoothness.Sound: record voice separately (built-in microphone badly suppresses noise). Effects: use built-in TikTok filters, not Xiaomi processing.
- 📺 YouTube: For reviews: 4K@30fps, bitrate 50 Mbit/s. For streaming: 1080p@60fps, Turn on dual video (front and main camera picture) microphone: connect external via USB-C (The built-in microphone records a lot of noise).
For Instagram or Facebook Stories, shoot a background blur portrait (Bokeh Effect) to keep the video from being cropped, hold the phone upright and don't use a wide-angle camera (it distorts the edges).
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For TikTok and Reels, always shoot with frequency. 60fps — After compression by the platform, the video will remain smooth.
Alternative applications for shooting: GCam and others
Xiaomi's stock camera app isn't always perfect.Many users install Google Camera (GCam) for better processing HDR And the night mode. Here's how to do it:
- Download the GCam version for the Mi 10 Pro (for example, BSG GCam or Urnyx05) forum XDA Developers.
- Install. APK-file (permission to install from unknown sources may be required).
- In the GCam settings, turn on: HDR+ Enhanced (for better detail) Night Sight (night mode) Auxiliary cameras (support for all modules)
The advantages of the GCam on the Mi 10 Pro:
- 🌄 More natural HDR (skyless).
- 🌙 Best night mode (less noise).
- 🎨 Accurate color reproduction (without excessive saturation).
Disadvantages:
- ⚠️ No support. 8K Some modes (for example, double video).
- ⚠️ Possible bugs with focus on the telephoto camera.
If GCam doesn’t work, try Open Camera (open source) or Footage (for professional video shooting).