LMC 8.4 Releases: Every Version from R8 to R18 (Complete 2026 Guide)
LMC 8.4 is a modified Google Camera app by the modder Hasli, built on Google Camera 8.4 via Shamim’s SGCam 8.4 and published on celsoazevedo.com. Between March 2022 and June 2023 Hasli released versions R8 through R18, each building on the last with new patcher options, bug fixes, and device support. This guide covers every LMC 8.4 release in one place — what changed in each version, which variants exist, and which build you should download for your phone in 2026.
Latest Release: LMC 8.4 R18 (June 2023)
R18, published 14 June 2023, is the final LMC 8.4 release — no new versions have appeared since. It is mainly an interface update over R17: a full-height exposure slider, customisable popup menus, vibration feedback, loading of custom noise and white-balance models (requires restart), a viewfinder frame-rate setting, and a better default auxiliary-camera setup. R18 reads the same XML configs as R16 and R17, so configs made for those versions keep working. It ships in six variants that differ only in package name: LMC8.4_R18F1.apk (com.google.android.GoogleCameraLMCR18), the Snapcam build (org.codeaurora.snapcam), Aweme (com.ss.android.ugc.aweme), Scan3D (com.samsung.android.scan3d), Google Lens (com.google.android.GoogleCameraEng), and Iris (com.samsung.android.server.iris).
All LMC 8.4 Versions Compared
The table below summarises every major LMC 8.4 release — date, headline changes, and who it suits best.
| Version | Released | Headline changes | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| R8 | 14 Mar 2022 | SABER 3 and Saber-by-Raw-to-Yuv in the patcher, RAW format selection, new System settings page, RAW geometry fix for OnePlus, video fixes for Oppo/Vivo/Realme; Lite build for weak phones | Very old or low-end phones; Lite variant for struggling devices |
| R9 | 11 Apr 2022 | New TEST section in patcher, wider Clarity/Contrast/Smoothness ranges, Live Photo option in video, Pixel 6 video UI fix | Phones where later builds are unstable |
| R13 (Fix 2) | 15 Aug 2022 | Fix 2 added ISO100, Max.Time and Max.ISO shutter-speed options, six new stream sessions, Xiaomi 12 Ultra compatibility; Fix 1 repaired Auto lens logic | A stable mid-period build — the version this site hosts |
| R14 | 11 Oct 2022 | Material You theming on all Android versions, system noise-model integration with tuning, tone and gamma curves from GCam 8.6, wider Lut Noise Fix range | Users who want smoother tone rendering |
| R15 | 30 Nov 2022 | First release with working Exynos support (Note20 Ultra, S21 Ultra, S10), per-module library selection, night sky detection on by default, portrait edge enhancement, HEVC disabled by default | Samsung Exynos phones |
| R17 | 3 May 2023 | New TEST patcher options (LDR Lite Highlight, Sabre noise reduction), Radius Gain, Samsung Metering Mode, bug fixes | Widely regarded as the most stable late release; MediaTek phones |
| R18 | 14 Jun 2023 | Interface overhaul: exposure slider, custom popup menus, vibration feedback, custom noise/WB models, viewfinder frame-rate setting | Latest release; Snapdragon phones |
Which LMC 8.4 Version Should You Download?
Quick answer
There is no single best version — the right build depends on your chipset.
Snapdragon phones
Start with R18. It is the newest release with the most polished interface, and most Snapdragon devices from the last five years run it well.
MediaTek phones
R17 is commonly reported as more stable than R18 on MediaTek chipsets. If R18 crashes on a MediaTek device, step back to R17. See our troubleshooting guide for more fixes.
Samsung Exynos phones
Use R15 or later — R15 was the first release with working Exynos support. R17 adds a Samsung Metering Mode that helps on Galaxy devices.
Older or low-end phones
Try the R8 Lite build, made for phones that struggle with the full version. R9 is another fallback on devices where newer builds are unstable.
Understanding Variants (Package Names)
Each release ships in several variants that are functionally identical — they differ only in package name (for example com.google.android.GoogleCameraLMCR18 versus org.codeaurora.snapcam). The different names exist because some phones only expose their auxiliary cameras (ultrawide, telephoto, macro) to specific package names. If your install only shows the main camera, try the Snapcam or Aweme variant; on Samsung phones, the Samsung-named variants (Ruler, Scan3D, Iris) can unlock extra lenses.
Requirements
Every LMC 8.4 release needs the same basics: Android 10 or newer, a 64-bit ARM processor (arm64-v8a), Camera2 API support, and roughly 140 MB of free storage. HDR+ and Night Sight work best when Camera2 reports FULL support; on LIMITED-level devices some modes may be unavailable.
How to Install Any LMC 8.4 Release
- Download the APK variant that matches your phone from the download section below.
- On your phone, allow installs from unknown sources when prompted.
- Open the APK file and install it — it installs alongside your stock camera, not over it.
- Open the app once so it creates its folders, then load an XML config (see below) for best results.
Loading XML Config Files
Copy the XML config files into the LMC8.4 folder in your phone’s internal storage (create it if it doesn’t exist). Then open LMC 8.4 and double-tap the dark area beside the shutter button — a dialog lets you pick and load the config. Configs made for R16 and R17 also work on R18.
Is LMC 8.4 Safe to Install?
Safety note
LMC 8.4 is unofficial software distributed outside the Google Play Store, so no third-party build can be guaranteed safe in the absolute sense. Reduce the risk in practice: download from reputable indexes such as celsoazevedo.com, check the file name and package name before installing, scan the APK with your phone’s security app, and keep a backup of your photos. The builds documented on this page are the original Hasli releases — avoid repacked copies from random file hosts.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. LMC 8.4 is Android-only. There is no iOS version and sideloading it on an iPhone is not possible.
It is a modified version of Google Camera distributed by an independent modder, so it can’t be listed on the Play Store. It is free and contains no ads.
Yes — it works out of the box, but image quality is usually much better with a config tuned for your phone model.
No new LMC 8.4 releases have appeared since R18 in June 2023. R18 remains the latest build.
The standard build (package com.google.android.GoogleCameraLMCR18 for R18). Only try other variants if some cameras don’t appear.
Conclusion
For most phones in 2026, R18 is the right starting point; R17 is the safer pick on MediaTek, and R15 or newer covers Samsung Exynos devices. Pick the correct variant for your lenses, load a config made for your model, and you’ll get Google’s HDR+ and Night Sight processing on hardware Google never shipped it for. Still unsure which version is best? See our detailed comparison.
Not sure which version fits your phone? Check our device compatibility guide for brand-specific advice.