Blackmagic Camera 2.0 for Android Brings Tablet Support and More

Months after rolling out updates for iPhone and iPad, Blackmagic Camera 2.0 is now available for Android smartphones—and for the first time, select Android tablets.

An official blog post announced that the update introduces several significant enhancements to transform mobile devices into professional-grade camera systems. While Blackmagic Camera 2.0 for Android includes various new features for specific phones, the headline upgrade is its support for the Galaxy Tab S9 and Xiaomi Pad 6. No other Android tablets have been officially listed, but sideloading the app may work. The interface has been slightly adjusted to accommodate larger screens, though Blackmagic hasn't confirmed if all camera modes are included.

Key Features of Blackmagic Camera 2.0 for Android

✅ Multi-device camera control using a single Blackmagic Camera app

✅ Official support for Samsung Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra

✅ Compatibility with select Android tablets, including Xiaomi Pad 6 and Galaxy Tab S9

✅ Lens control support via Tilta Nucleus USB devices

✅ Drag-and-select multiple media clips at once

✅ German language support

✅ 120fps and 240fps recording on Sony Xperia devices

✅ General performance and stability improvements

Bringing Android Closer to iOS in Pro-Grade Camera Control

Blackmagic Camera 2.0 for Android is now more aligned with its iOS counterpart, adding advanced remote camera control features. You can now use your Android phone or tablet as a controller for any Blackmagic Camera connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

Additionally, Tilta Nucleus USB devices can be used for precise lens control, making the app a valuable tool for professional multi-camera shoots.

Expanded Support for Samsung & Sony Devices

The recently launched Samsung Galaxy S25 series has been officially added to Blackmagic Camera 2.0's supported devices, allowing users to access:

📷 Full manual lens control

🎥 Enhanced video recording codecs

🎞️ Additional Log profiles for improved color grading

Sony Xperia users can now record 120fps and 240fps slow-motion video for the first time, further expanding creative possibilities.

Blackmagic's changelog also highlights German language support and the ability to drag-select multiple media files simultaneously within the app's internal library.