The Blackmagic Camera app for Android requires devices to run Android 13 or higher1. However, official compatibility is currently limited to certain models, mainly high-end recent Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy devices73. According to Blackmagic Design's tech specs and recent user experiences, most Android phones outside this short list—including popular brands like Oppo, Xiaomi, and Huawei—are not officially supported37.

Huawei Nova Y61 runs EMUI 12 (based on Android 12)28, not Android 13, which fails the minimum requirement for the official app1. Even if the device could be updated to Android 13 (which is unlikely for this model due to Huawei's update policies), the Blackmagic Camera app does not list any Huawei phones among compatible models, and users report that unsupported phones simply show as "not compatible" in the Play Store37.

Some users have tried sideloading the Blackmagic Camera APK to unsupported phones. This has worked for a few devices, but functionality is not guaranteed and there may be performance issues, app instability, or limited feature access, especially with non-flagship models or those lacking advanced camera processing hardware7. For a device like the Nova Y61—which is an entry-level phone—performance may be particularly limited, even if the app installs at all.

In summary:
- Officially, the Blackmagic Camera app is NOT compatible with the Huawei Nova Y61 (due to both Android version and device whitelist restrictions)137.
- Sideloading the APK may allow installation, but this is unsupported, may not work, and could lead to suboptimal performance or crashes7.
- You cannot use the Blackmagic Camera app via the Google Play Store on the Nova Y61.

If you require advanced camera controls on your Nova Y61, consider alternative camera apps known to support a broader range of Android devices.

What andriod phones are compatible for the app

The Blackmagic Camera app for Android is compatible with a selective list of recent high-end smartphones. According to the latest official sources and updates, the app supports the following devices:

Samsung Galaxy
- S21, S22, S23, S24, S25, S25 Ultra
- Galaxy Z Fold (select models)
- Galaxy Tab S95

Google Pixel
- 6, 7, 8, 9 series (all models except Pixel Fold)53
- Pixel 7a supported; Pixel 8a is currently not supported1

OnePlus
- 11 and 12 models53

Xiaomi
- 13 and 14 models5

Sony Xperia
- Series 1, 5, and Pro-I models5

Oppo & Vivo
- Compatible models (specific models not fully listed; check the official site or app store for details)5

Tablets
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S9
- Xiaomi Pad 65

> “Blackmagic Camera unlocks the power of your phone by adding Blackmagic's digital film camera controls and image processing! … Samsung Galaxy: S21, S22, S23, S24, S25, S25 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold… Google Pixel: 6, 7, 8, 9 - all models except Fold. OnePlus: 11 and 12 models. Xiaomi: 13 and 14 models. Sony Xperia: Series 1, 5 and Pro-I models. Oppo: Compatible models.”5

Requirements
- The app requires Android 13 or later to function5.

Limitations and Notes
- Not all features are supported on every model, even among listed compatible phones5.
- Some new models (e.g., Pixel 8a) and many older flagship phones are not supported as of now, despite capable hardware12.
- Users have reported limited success sideloading the APK on unsupported devices, but official support and full functionality are only guaranteed on the certified phone list2.

For the most up-to-date details and a full compatibility list, refer to the Blackmagic Design technical specifications page or the Google Play Store listing45.