What are the core modes in Camera2?
The current release includes Dual Record mode and Dual Output mode. Dual Record captures front and back cameras together, while Dual Output turns one capture into both 9:16 and 16:9 exports.
Camera2 is built for lightweight creators who want dual-view video with minimal friction. The flow is short by design: open, record, auto-generate the result, then save directly to Photos.
Core Capture Modes
- Dual Record: capture front and back cameras together for reaction, narration, and walk-and-talk videos
- Dual Output: record once with one camera and auto-generate both 9:16 and 16:9 exports
- Switch modes, recording specs, and layouts directly inside the capture screen
Layouts & Controls
- Dual Record supports picture-in-picture, top-bottom split, and diagonal layouts
- Picture-in-picture supports draggable position, S/M/L sizes, and two shapes
- Includes flash, zoom, guide lines, camera switching, and primary/secondary view swapping
Recording Specs & Pro
- Supports 1080p, 4K, and 24fps, 30fps, 60fps
- Free tier includes 1080p and 24/30fps
- 4K and 60fps are Pro-grade options, with 3 default trials for new users
Auto Export & Fallback
- After recording, Camera2 auto-composes the final result or renders both aspect-ratio versions in sequence
- Successful exports go straight into Photos without a heavy editing step
- If export fails, it prioritizes saving original footage so the shoot is still recoverable
Who It Is For
- Vloggers, travel creators, commuters, and day-in-the-life users
- Creators who want to record both what they say and what they see
- People who need both vertical and horizontal outputs for different publishing platforms
Production Boundaries
- The current release saves only to Photos and does not include an in-app project library or drafts
- Core functionality depends on MultiCam-capable devices, so older devices may not support the full workflow
- The app is intentionally lightweight and does not include a complex timeline editor, music import, or sticker export
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between free and Pro?
The free tier includes 1080p and 24/30fps. 4K and 60fps are Pro-grade options. New users get 3 free trials for advanced specs before the app falls back to free settings.
What happens if export fails?
Camera2 prioritizes keeping usable results. If dual-record composition fails, it falls back to saving the original front and back videos. If both dual-output exports fail, it saves the original single-camera recording.