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[FEATURE] Add Zoom Level Indicator
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Feature description
Currently, Fossify Camera does not display the zoom level when zooming in or out. I suggest adding a small overlay (e.g., numerical display or dial) that briefly shows the zoom level (e.g., 1.0x, 2.0x, 3.0x, etc.) while adjusting and then fades away. This would improve precision when composing shots.
Why do you want this feature?
Without a zoom level indicator, it’s difficult to know exactly how much you've zoomed in, leading to inconsistent framing. This is especially important for capturing distant objects or ensuring a specific composition. Many other camera apps include this feature, making zooming more intuitive and user-friendly.
Additional information
The overlay should be minimalistic and unobtrusive, maintaining the app’s clean UI.
Could be implemented as a small floating text or dial that disappears after a second of inactivity.
This enhancement would greatly improve usability without altering the core functionality of the app.
+1 for feature request. Adding to the request reasons that most phones have multiple lenses and switch automatically depending on the zoom. So knowing if you are using the lenses optical zoom or simply digital zoom changes much in image quality.
I am currently working on implementing this feature myself. However, as I am new to Kotlin and Java, I am unsure where to integrate the necessary code for the zoom indicator. Any guidance or suggestions from the development team would be greatly appreciated.
When we decide how it should be implemented, we will take down the needs triage label.
Alright, i will create a new issue about that. Sry for the inconvenience.
I am new to Kotlin and Java, I am unsure where to integrate the necessary code for the zoom indicator.
In that case, I'd recommend starting with something simpler or try building a few apps from scratch to learn how things fit together.
It should be done like Google Camera, etc., with 3 predefined zoom levels and a zoom slider when using pinch-to-zoom.
The first zoom level should be ultra-wide as in other camera apps.
It should be done like Google Camera, etc., with 3 predefined zoom levels and a zoom slider when using pinch-to-zoom.
I support this clarification. My phone has a 2× optical zoom, which gives significantly less geometric distortion compared to 1×. Therefore, I prefer to use it almost always, if the available distance and scene illumination allow. Moreover, in the standard camera app this is done literally in one tap.
