How to improve the camera on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro: from settings to firmware

Why is the Redmi Note 10 Pro camera shooting worse than it could?

Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro is equipped with a quad camera with a main module on 108 MP, but many users note that the real quality of photos and videos is significantly inferior to expectations. From factory default settings optimized for a “universal” result to software constraints MIUI. For example, default image processing algorithms aggressively smooth out details, add noise cancellation even where it is not needed, and automatically adjust white balance – often to the detriment of natural colors.

Fortunately, the potential of the Redmi Note 10 Pro camera can be unlocked without buying a new smartphone. In this article, 10 proven ways, from basic settings to advanced firmware manipulation, we won’t advise “just buy another phone” or “use Instagram filters.” Instead, you'll have specific actions explaining why they work, like how to turn off the hidden bitrate limit of video in your video. 4K (30 Mbps instead of the possible 50 Mbps that Xiaomi artificially introduces in some regions.

Important: All methods tested on the Redmi Note 10 Pro MIUI 12-14 (inclusive) If you have a different firmware version, check compatibility in the comments for each section.

1. Firmware Update: Why is this the first step?

Manufacturers regularly release updates that fix camera bugs - from autofocus errors to artifacts when shooting in the camera. HDR. For example, in MIUI 13.0.4 for Redmi Note 10 Pro was fixed bug with a "pink hue" in night shots, and in 14.0.2 — optimized the operation of the algorithm Night Mode 2.0.

To check the relevance of the firmware:

1. Go to Settings → About Phone → Update MIUI.
2. If you have a new version, download it (preferably via Wi-Fi).
3. Once installed, restart your phone and check the camera in Professional mode (compare exposure and noise levels).

⚠️ Note: If your Redmi Note 10 Pro is purchased in China or India and you are using global firmware, the update may reset your camera settings. → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

2. The default camera settings: what to turn off first?

MIUI It hides a few parameters that can damage the quality of the images:

• 🔍 Turn it off "AI-The camera (the magic wand icon in the camera interface) artificially inflates saturation and contrast, making the sky unnaturally blue and the skin plastic.
• 📏 Set the 4:3 aspect ratio (in camera settings) → This will increase the sensor area used in the shooting, compared to 16:9 or 18:9.
• 🌙 Deactivate the "Auto"-HDR". Turn it on. HDR It's only in high-contrast scenes (like a sunset against a dark tree) and otherwise it adds unnecessary processing.

Also check the Camera Settings section. → Additionally:

• 🔄 Disable Auto Improvement – This filter aggressively smoothes textures.
• 📸 Enable Save the Originals (if you are filming in the RAW).
• ⚡ Activate Quick Camera Start (double pressing the power button).

Manual modes of shooting: how to shoot like a professional?

The Professional (or Pro Mode) mode in the Redmi Note 10 Pro camera allows you to manually control:

• 📸 Shutter speed (from 1/4000 to 32 seconds)
• 🔘 ISO (100-3200, but it is better not to raise above 800)
• 🎯 Focus (manual focusing is useful for macros)
• 🌡️ White balance (choose manually for natural flowers)

Examples of settings for different scenes:

⚠️ Attention: When shooting in RAW (Settings → Format → RAW) files will weigh ~50-80 MB each. Make sure your phone has enough space, or use a memory card. UHS-I Class 10 (Slow cards cause lags while saving).

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To quickly reset the Pro Mode settings to factory ones, tap the gear icon twice in the camera interface.

4. GCam: How to install and configure Google Camera on Redmi Note 10 Pro?

Google Camera (GCam) often shoots better than a standard camera thanks to processing algorithms from Google. Redmi Note 10 Pro suits GCam versions from developers BSG Wichaya.

Installation instructions:

1. Download. APK-file from a trusted source (e.g. celsoazevedo.com). For Redmi Note 10 Pro Pro Pro recommended GCam_8.1.101_v13.apk.
2. Install the file by allowing installation from unknown sources (Settings → Applications → Special Access → Install Unknown Applications).
3. Open GCam and import the config (.xml file) for your model, Redmi_Note_10_Pro_V13.xml.

The best GCam settings for the Redmi Note 10 Pro are:

• 📷 Turn it on. HDR+ Enhanced (in GCam settings) → LibPatcher).
• 🌃 For night shooting, use Night Sight with a shutter speed of 3-5 seconds.
• 🔍 Disable Sabre (deteriorates detail on Xiaomi).
• 🎞️ For video, select the bitrate of 50 Mbps (in the video settings).

⚠️ Note: Some versions of the GCam may not support an ultra-wide module (8 MP) or a macro lens (5 MP). 4PDA or XDA Developers.

5. Video optimization: how to shoot 4K artifactless?

The standard camera Redmi Note 10 Pro limits the bitrate of video in the 4K up to 30 Mbps, although the hardware supports up to 50 Mbps. This leads to artifacts in fast motion or complex scenes (e.g. foliage in the wind).

To remove the restriction:

1. Install the app Camera2 API Probe from Google Play and check for support LEVEL_3.
2. If there is support, download the modified camera firmware (for example, miui_Camera_6.1.014 Kozzik).
3. Install the firmware through TWRP (requires an unlocked loader).

Alternative method (without root):

• 🎥 Use the Open Camera app with settings:

⚠️ Attention: Shooting in 4K@50 Mbps heats the processor very much:

• 🔋 Charge your phone to 100% before shooting.
• 🧊 Use a cooling cover or fan (e.g. Black Shark FunCooler Pro).
• ⏱️ Limit continuous recording to 10-15 minutes to avoid trottling.

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Modified camera firmware may void warranty.Before installing, back up the original file /system/vendor/lib64/libarcsoft_jni.so.

6. Post-processing: how to fix the photo without loss of quality?

Even with perfect camera settings, some of the images need to be reworked. The Redmi Note 10 Pro is suitable for:

• 📱 Snapseed (free, from Google) – for exposure and color correction.
• 🖼️ Lightroom Mobile – to work with RAW-file.
• 🎨 Topaz Gigapixel AI (paid for - to increase the resolution without losing details.

Basic rules for post-processing:

1. Do not increase the sharpness by more than 20-30% – this adds to the noise.
2. For night photos, use Noise Reduction in Snapseed (Selective Correction Tool).
3. When trimming, keep the 4:3 aspect ratio to avoid distortion.

An example of processing in Lightroom for RAW Redmi Note 10 Pro:

Exposure: +0.3–0.7 EV


2. Contrast: -10




3. Shadows: +20




4. Black: +5




5.Temperature: 4800–5200 K (for natural skin tones)




6 Sharpness: 70-80 mask (to avoid sharpening noise)

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If a photo is blurred by hand shaking, try Deschlice in Adobe Photoshop Fix, which restores up to 70% of the details in slightly blurred images.

7. Hardware improvements: covers, lenses and accessories

If software methods do not give enough result, consider hardware additions:

⚠️ Attention: Cheap landing lenses (cost up to 500) ₽) Often degrade due to chromatic aberrations. Before buying, read reviews with real examples of photos (for example, on AliExpress, look for reviews with a hashtag #RedmiNote10Pro).

8. Alternative firmware: when should you switch to caste?

If you have exhausted all the possibilities of the standard MIUI, Consider custom firmware optimized for the camera:

• 📱 Pixel Experience – Ported firmware with Google Pixel, includes GCam by default.
• 🔧 LineageOS - minimalist firmware without unnecessary services Xiaomi.
• 🚀 crDroid – Balance between performance and functionality.

Advantages of custom firmware for the camera:

• 🔓 Full support Camera2 API (including manual shutter speed adjustments up to 30 seconds).
• 📸 No restrictions on bitrate video.
• 🚫 No forced processing of the photo (as in the case of the MIUI).

⚠️ Note: Installation of custom firmware requires:

1. Unlock the bootloader (erase all data!).
2. Installations TWRP Or OrangeFox Recovery.
3. Backup partition persist (responsible for camera settings).

Instructions for unlocking the bootloader for the Redmi Note 10 Pro:

1. Get permission to unlock on the Xiaomi website (https://en.miui.com/unlock/).


2. Install the Mi Unlock Tool and connect the phone in Fastboot mode.




3. Enter the command:




fastboot oem unlock




4. After unlocking, run the TWRP:




fastboot flash recovery twrp.img




5. Load to recovery and install the ZIP- firmware file.

FAQ: Frequent questions about improving the Redmi Note camera 10 Pro