Discover camera features and settings on your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

Last Update date : Oct 13. 2026
Close-up of the rear cameras of a lavender Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 with the device partially unfolded.

The advanced camera system on your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is designed to help you capture high-quality photos and videos with confidence. From foldable-exclusive features like Cover Screen Preview and Dual Screen to intelligent tools such as Video Reframe and Camera Assistant, your Galaxy offers a variety of ways to improve your photography experience. This guide introduces the available camera features and settings and explains how they can help you get the most from your device.

Note: The information provided applies to Samsung Galaxy devices and accessories sold in Canada.

Your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is equipped with versatile cameras designed for everyday photography, detailed close-ups, expansive landscapes and high-quality video recording. The specifications below provide an overview of the available cameras, video recording capabilities and key camera features to help you better understand what your device can do.

Front and rear views of a lavender Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 showing its unfolded main screen and rear camera system.
  • Rear Wide camera: 50 MP with autofocus (AF) and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS).
  • Rear Ultra Wide camera: 50 MP with autofocus (AF).
  • Front camera: 10 MP.
  • Rear video recording: Up to 4K UHD at 60 fps.
  • Front video recording: Up to 4K UHD at 60 fps.
  • Key camera features: Cover Screen Preview, Dual Screen, Video Reframe, Camera Assistant, 360 Audio Recording, Portrait, Hyperlapse, Super Steady, Single Take, and more.
A person holding a partially unfolded Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 using the cover screen to show a preview of a photo being taken.

Cover Screen Preview lets the person you're photographing see a live preview of the shot on the cover screen while you use the rear cameras. Instead of wondering how they'll appear in the final photo, they can adjust their pose, smile naturally and make sure they're in the frame before you press the shutter. It's a simple way to make group photos, portraits and family pictures easier for everyone.

Two people holding pitchers of fruit-infused water with the camera preview displayed on the unfolded main screen of a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8.

Dual Screen lets both you and your subject view the camera preview at the same time. While you frame the shot on the main screen, the person you're photographing can see a live preview on the cover screen to adjust their pose, expression or position before you take the picture. This makes it easier to communicate, capture natural-looking photos and help everyone feel confident they'll like the final result.

A Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 displaying the Camera app with a breakdancer on screen and the Auto Framing feature enabled to keep the subject in frame.

Video Reframe lets you adjust the framing of your videos after you've finished recording. Instead of trying to keep your subject perfectly centered while filming, you can capture a wider view and let Galaxy AI create a new video that follows the person you choose. It's an easy way to create polished, subject-focused videos without having to record the moment again.

Camera Assistant gives you more control over how your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 camera works. Instead of changing how your photos look, it lets you customize your camera's behavior to match the way you like to take pictures and record videos. Whether you want faster shutter response, additional camera options or more control over certain settings, Camera Assistant makes it easy to personalize your photography experience.

1 Open the Camera app, then tap the Quick controls icon.
The Camera app on a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, with the Quick controls icon highlighted in blue on the left side of the screen.
2 Tap the Settings icon.
The Camera app on a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 with the Settings icon highlighted in blue on the left side of the screen.
3 Scroll to the bottom of the menu, then tap Camera Assistant.
The Camera settings menu on a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 with the Camera Assistant option highlighted in blue.

Note: If Camera Assistant isn't installed, tap Install and follow the on-screen instructions. Once the installation is complete, open Camera Assistant.

4 Camera Assistant includes a variety of settings that let you customize how your camera behaves. Some useful options include:
The Camera Assistant settings screen on a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, showing options for zoom, focus and shutter customization.
  • Quick tap shutter: Take photos as soon as you tap the shutter button, reducing the delay before the picture is captured.
  • Auto lens switching: Automatically switches between compatible camera lenses to help capture the best shot based on zoom level, lighting, and subject distance.
  • Photo softening: Adjusts the amount of image sharpening to create a softer, more natural look.
  • Auto HDR: Improves photos with bright highlights and dark shadows by capturing a wider range of detail in challenging lighting conditions.
  • 24 MP resolution: Lets you capture higher-resolution photos when you want more image detail.
  • Prioritize focus over speed: Waits for the camera to achieve focus before taking the picture, which can help produce sharper photos of stationary subjects.
  • Timer multi-photo options: Captures multiple photos automatically when using the camera timer, giving you more shots to choose from.
  • Swipe Shutter button to edge: Lets you choose what happens when you swipe the shutter button, such as taking burst shots.

Note: Available options may vary depending on your device model and software version.

Note: 360 Audio Recording requires compatible Galaxy Buds and records video only.

360 Audio Recording lets you capture realistic, three-dimensional sound when recording videos with compatible Galaxy Buds. Instead of recording audio only from your phone, your earbuds work together to capture sounds from around you, helping videos feel more immersive and true to the moment. It's a great option for concerts, travel, family gatherings and other moments where you want to preserve both the sights and the sounds.

1 Connect your compatible Galaxy Buds to your Galaxy Z Fold8.
2 Open the Camera app, then tap the Quick controls icon.
The Camera app on a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 with the Quick controls icon highlighted in blue on the left side of the screen.
3 Tap the Settings icon.
The Camera app on a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 with the Settings icon highlighted in blue on the left side of the screen.
4 Tap Audio options under Videos, and then turn on 360 audio recording.
The Camera settings menu on a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, with the Audio options setting highlighted in blue under Videos.
5 Return to the camera and start recording your video. The 360 MIC indicator appears when the feature is active.

Note: Available features and compatible devices may vary by model and software version. Turning on 360 Audio Recording disables the Zoom-in mic feature.

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