How to make a photo on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro clearer: from camera settings to post-processing

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro features a 108MP main camera, but even these features don’t guarantee perfect shots out of the box. Problems with noise in dark scenes, blurring when driving or incorrect color reproduction are familiar to many owners. In this article, practical methods for maximizing your smartphone camera without buying a new device.

We will analyze not only the basic settings in the Camera application, but also hidden functions. MIUI, third-party utilities for shooting in format RAW, And also post-processing techniques that will turn average people into professionals, and we'll focus on night photography, which is a weak spot for most budget smartphones. MIUI 14 (Android 12/13), But it is also relevant for newer versions.

1. Optimization of standard camera settings

The first thing you need to do is calibrate the basics in the camera's native app, and many users don't even realize that there are hidden modes and sliders in the Redmi Note 10 Pro that drastically change the result. HEIF (heic extension, which is less compatible with some editors and social media.

To change this, go to: Camera → Settings (⚙️) → Photo format → JPEG (high-quality).

You can also turn on the composition grid (the rule of thirds) and turn off the HDR manually if it spoils the colors. AI-camera – it is better to turn it off for natural colors, as Xiaomi algorithms often overdo it with saturation.

• 📸 Permission: Install 108 MP (in settings) → Resolution) for maximum detail, but remember that such photos are taken ~20-30 MBT each.
• 🌓 Night mode: Enable Ultramode (manual, do not trust the car) and use a tripod - exposure can reach 5 seconds!
• 🎯 Focus: Turn on Continuous Autofocus (CAF) motion-photograph.
• 🔍 Noise reduction: Turn it off manually - it "eats" parts in post-processing.

⚠️ Note: When shooting at 108 MP is turned off HDR Use this mode only for static objects in good light.

2. Secret functions MIUI camera

Xiaomi hides a few useful tools that aren't visible on the camera's home screen, such as Pro Color Mode (available in More → Pro allows you to manually adjust the color profile of the shot, mimicking the styles of SLR cameras. Another feature is Document 2.0 (in the section More), which automatically aligns the perspective and removes shadows when shooting papers.

To activate hidden functions:

1. Open the camera and swipe left to the larger section.
2. Press Pro, then tap the gear icon in the upper right corner.
3. Turn on Pro Color and experiment with Vivid, Soft, or Classic profiles.
4. For the filming in RAW (raw format) turn on Save RAW same-setting.

⚠️ Attention: Files RAW weight ~50-80 MB and do not show up in the gallery by default. Use Google Photos or Lightroom to view.

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To quickly switch between camera modes, double tap the screen with two fingers and the More menu will open.

3. Third-party applications for shooting

Xiaomi’s native camera is limited by processing algorithms that aren’t always perfect. Alternative apps offer more control over shooting parameters. For example, Google’s GCam (modified camera) is known for better processing. HDR+ And the open camera allows you to flexibly adjust the scenes. ISO, white-balance.

The best options for the Redmi Note 10 Pro:

• 📱 GCam (Nikita or BSGCam): Versions with support for 108 MP and Night Sight. Download here (choose options for Snapdragon) 732G).
• 🎥 Open Camera: Supports the RAW, It's a manual focus and spacing shot, free of charge and no ads.
• 🌃 Night Camera: Specialized in long exposure night shooting (up to 30 seconds).

GCam installation requires permission to install from unknown sources (Settings) → Annexes → Special access → Installation of unknown applications after installation:

1. Open GCam and go to settings (⚙️).
2. Choose the camera model: Pixel 5 (for a balance of quality and performance).
3. Turn it on. HDR+ Enhanced and Night Sight for night scenes.
4. In the Advanced section, install RAW + JPEG for simultaneous shooting in both formats.

4 Post-processing: from basic editing to professional editing

Even a perfectly shot photo can be improved in the editor. For the Redmi Note 10 Pro, both mobile apps and desktop solutions will work. The main rule is: don't overdo filters - they kill naturalness. Instead, work with curves, levels and selective correction.

Top.-5 editing-in:

• 🖼️ Adobe Lightroom Mobile: Free with basic tools (exposition, contrast, HSL). Xiaomi Presets 108MP You can find it in the community. DNG.
• 🎨 Snapseed: Convenient interface for spot editing (for example, lightening shadows without lighting).
• 📊 VSCO: Minimalist filters and tools HB2 film-imitation.
• 🖌️ Photoshop Express: Quickly remove noise and artifacts with AI tools.
• 🖥️ Darktable (for PC): Free Lightroom analogue with support RAW.

Example of workflow for RAW-photo:

1. Import the file and apply the Adobe Color profile.
2. Raise the Shadows to +50 and reduce the light to -20 repair.
3. In the Details section, use Field Mask with a radius of 1.0.
4. For noise: Color noise on +25, luminescent noise on +15.

Increase exposure to +0.3–0.7 EV|Reduce the contrast by -10 natural|Checking the white balance (neutral)|Apply sharpness only to the edges of objects|Keep a copy of the original before editing-->

5 Night photography: how to avoid noise and blur

Redmi Note 10 Pro suffers from digital noise in dark scenes, even with night mode. The problem is the small size of the pixels of the main sensor (0.7 microns) - they do not catch light well.

1. Use a tripod or a support, even a slight tremor of the hands when you hold it. 1-2 So you can use a Joby GorillaPod mini-station or a wall support.
2. Take it down. RAW + edit it. Night mode. MIUI It's aggressively suppressing noise, losing parts. RAW and manually reduce noise in Lightroom.
3. Experiment with ISO. In manual mode (Pro) set up ISO 800–1600 and endurance 1/4–1 C. Avoid. ISO 3200+ — noises will become irredeemable.
4. Illuminate the scene with an external source, and even a flashlight from another smartphone (with warm light) will improve the result.

Critical nuance: in the Redmi Note 10 Pro night mode automatically turns on when ISO > 1000, but its algorithm only works with images in the JPEG. If you're filming in RAW, Night mode is turned off – keep this in mind when choosing a format.

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For night shooting, always use a shutter timer (2 or 10 seconds) – this will eliminate shaking when you press the button.

6. Accessories that really help

Even with the perfect camera settings, the smartphone's physical limitations remain. Fortunately, inexpensive accessories can offset them:

• 📸 External lenses: Xenvo or Apexel nozzles (macro, wide angle) stand ~1 500–3 000 ₽ And they're attached to a magnetic adapter. And the important thing is, avoid cheap Chinese lenses, because they spoil the clarity around the edges.
• 💡 LED-Panel: Compact light fixtures (e.g. Neewer 10) with adjustable color temperature (3200–5600K) Solving the problem of lack of light.
• 🎤 Microphone + tripod: Kits of the type Boya BY-M1 Improve not only the sound in the video, but also the stability of the frame.
• 🔋 Powerbank with Quick Charge: Night photography and 4K-Videos quickly put the battery down. 20,000 mAh models (e.g. Xiaomi) 20000mAh) save in long sessions.

When choosing lenses, pay attention to the coating - multilayered (MC) It reduces glare. It's a 10-15 magnification lens that's good for macro photography.×, But remember: the greater the magnification, the narrower the depth of field (the object must be absolutely stationary).

⚠️ Attention: Cheap lenses with AliExpress often have chromatic aberrations (purple halos around objects.

7. firmware update and hidden features

Xiaomi regularly releases updates for the camera, but they don't always install automatically.

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → System update.
2. If there are no updates, check the firmware version in Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI. The latest stable version for the Redmi Note 10 Pro — MIUI 14.0.4 (Android 13).
3. For manual installation, download the firmware from the official website and select Update through the package.

In the new versions MIUI useful features:

• 🔄 Double exposure: Mode in the larger section that allows you to overlay two frames (for example, a silhouette at sunset).
• 🎭 Movie Effects: Imitation of depth of field (like on iPhone) in Portrait mode.
• 🌈 AI Sky Scaping: Automatic Sky Replacement (only works on some regional firmware).

If after the update the camera began to work worse (for example, artifacts appeared in the HDR), try:

1. Reset the camera settings: Settings → Apps → Camera → Storage → Clear the data.
2. Reverse to the previous firmware version via Fastboot (instructions on xiaomi.eu).

FAQ: Frequent questions about improving photos