Google adds pro camera to Snapseed iOS

• Manual controls implemented via PRO toggle at top-left of camera screen, unlocking three adjustable parameters: ISO, Shutter Speed, and Focus[1][2] • Skeuomorphic dial-style control enables smooth switching between Auto and manual adjustment modes, creating tactile user feedback[1][2] • Flash controls repositioned to bottom-left of interface; zoom controls placed opposite for balanced, intuitive access[1][2] • Film emulation presets include: Kodak Portra 400, Kodak Gold 200, Fujifilm Superia 800, Polaroid 600, Technicolor, and Fuji Pro 400h, with additional variants (FP1, AG1, AS1, PD1, TC1) referenced in technical documentation[1][4] • Every captured image stores a complete editing stack, enabling non-destructive post-processing modifications without image degradation[1][2] • Customizable viewfinder themes: Editor, Dusk, Negative, Steel, Haze, and Depth[1][2] • Rewind animation triggers when switching between film presets, reinforcing nostalgic aesthetic[1][4] • Integration with existing Snapseed editing tools; film-style filters built using the app's native editing infrastructure[5]

Google's expansion of Snapseed from a pure editor into a hybrid camera-editor platform signals a strategic shift to compete with dedicated mobile photography apps like Halide and Adobe Lightroom Mobile. The acceleration in update cadence (two major releases in 12 months) suggests renewed investment in the product. The critical gap remains Android parity—the absence of these features on Android since May 2024 creates platform fragmentation and user frustration, though Google has confirmed plans to update the Android version[3]. If successfully deployed across platforms, this positions Snapseed as a free alternative to premium mobile photography suites, potentially disrupting the market for paid camera and editing applications. The non-destructive editing stack combined with manual controls addresses a key user demand for creative flexibility without requiring multiple apps.