Solutions to fix OPPO A3 camera troubles. This is a 5G smartphone that works using a 6.67 inch IPS LCD screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1000 nits of peak brightness. This phone runs on Android 14 with ColorOS 14 Oppo user interface. The Oppo A3 boasts a dual rear camera setup featuring a 50-megapixel f/1.8 wide sensor with PDAF and an auxiliary lens.
However, some users may encounter issues with the OPPO A3 camera. We will provide simple solutions to fix these camera problems.
Why is the OPPO A3 Camera Slow, Unresponsive, or Lagging?
It is bad when we get slow camera in important moment. The OPPO A3’s camera performance, This phone relies heavily on the device’s RAM. With its 6GB of RAM and the demanding nature of camera apps, especially when running multiple open tasks, the A3 might experience slowdowns.
This is because the phone intelligently manages resources by closing older, unused apps to free up RAM and prevent the system from hanging or crashing. This resource allocation process can sometimes lead to delays in camera operation.
To ensure a smooth and responsive camera experience, especially for those crucial spontaneous shots, we recommend closing unused apps before launching the camera. For optimal performance, consider a quick reboot or restart of your OPPO A3 to clear any lingering background processes and free up system resources.
How to Fix OPPO A3 Camera Issues
This phone comes with a great rear camera and a front camera for selfies. We will provide some steps to fix OPPO A3 camera problems. Please follow the steps below:
Option 1: Reset OPPO A3 to Factory Default using Camera Setting Menu
- Turn on OPPO A3
- Ensure the Camera app is working; launch it by pressing the Camera Icon.
- Go to the Settings menu inside the Camera app, usually, the icon with a gear.
- In the Camera Setting menu, scroll and find Restore to defaults.
- Choose OK when OPPO A3 asks for confirmation to reset all camera settings to factory defaults.
Option 2: Reset OPPO A3 camera to Factory Default using Setting Menu
These steps are similar to Option 1, but differ in the starting process. Use these steps if the Camera app is not running when we press the Camera Icon.
- Turn on OPPO A3
- Go to the Settings Menu
- Choose App Management
- Choose Show System Processes
- Choose Camera (scroll until we find it)
- In the Camera detail menu, choose Force Stop and ensure the camera is stopped.
- In the Camera detail menu, choose Storage Usage and press Clear Data.
- When it asks for confirmation, please choose Clear or Ok. The OPPO A3 camera app will be restored to factory default settings.
Option 3: Install Alternative Camera Apps for OPPO A3
After trying options 1 and 2, if the OPPO A3 camera is still not working, we can try installing a third-party camera app from the Google Play Store. We recommend installing Open Camera (search for it in the Google Play Store). This app is free and has several features that work with the OPPO A3.
Option 4: Try to upgrade the firmware
Some problems occur due to software bugs. Firmware upgrades are released to fix camera bugs or problems. Please try to find the operating system or update it from the Settings menu.
Option 5: Do a Hard Reset to Factory Default when all steps to fix OPPO A3 are not working
The last option we can try when the OPPO A3 camera is not working properly is a hard reset. Please follow the steps to hard reset the OPPO A3 in this specific article. (Link to a guide on how to hard reset the OPPO A3). Please be careful, as a hard reset or factory reset will remove all data and installed applications. Please make sure we back up all data before performing a hard reset.
Why is the OPPO A3 Front Camera Not Working or Showing an Error?
We can take good photos and videos using the OPPO A3’s front camera. It has a 5-megapixel f/2.2 wide sensor. We can record videos up to 1080p at 30fps. However, some users experience front camera issues like freezing or crashing. Another OPPO A3 front camera problem is that it goes back to the main home screen when we try to open it. Why is this happening?
Most OPPO A3 selfie camera problems occur due to the camera app. We can try several options to fix the OPPO A3 front camera:
- First, try a soft reset or reboot the OPPO A3.
- Try to reset the camera app from the camera settings menu.
- Try to install an alternative camera like Google Camera, Camera for Android, or Open Camera.
- If everything fails, the last option is to do a hard reset using the Settings menu or hardware keys.
How to Fix OPPO A3 Camera Autofocus Problems or Blurry Images
This phone has autofocus features. But some users find it hard to focus, and some get blurry photos. Several possibilities can make it difficult to focus:
- Try to clean the OPPO A3 camera lens. Why is this important? Because small dust particles in front of the camera will make the autofocus sensor keep focusing on that object. We have to always make sure our camera lens is clean by regularly cleaning it with a soft cloth.
- Check if the OPPO A3 camera glass lens has any scratches. This situation is similar to the dust problem. The autofocus will keep focusing on that scratch and make it difficult to focus on the real object. If we see a significant scratch, we suggest replacing the camera glass lens with an original one at an Oppo authorized service center.
- Some software or firmware versions can also cause the OPPO A3 camera autofocus to malfunction. Please try to update to the latest firmware or Android version.
Why is the OPPO A3 Camera Showing Errors After Android Firmware Upgrade?
The OPPO A3 uses Android 14 and ColorOS 14 pre-installed. The firmware upgrades generally improve performance and stability, but they can occasionally introduce unexpected issues with certain apps, including the camera. If we encounter camera troubles after a firmware update, try resetting the camera app settings to their factory defaults. This often resolves minor glitches caused by the update.
However, if the problem persists, consider backing up all important data and performing a hard reset to restore the OPPO A3 to its factory settings.
Other FAQs about the OPPO A3 camera
- Does the OPPO A3 front camera have an LED flash? No, the selfie camera does not have a dedicated flash.
- Can we take pictures underwater using the OPPO A3? No, this phone is not water-resistant, we cannot take pictures or videos underwater.
- Why are the OPPO A3 camera and photos blurry? This can be due to software or hardware issues. Please follow the steps above to reset the camera app and check if the phone lens is damaged.
- Why does the OPPO A3 camera show a black screen or nothing on the display? If the camera app crashes or encounters problems, the display will show a black screen. We need to follow steps in Option 1 or 2 above to reset the camera software.