Camera.getNumberOfCameras() not working on Android 2.2

Question

I am trying to use API Camera.getNumberOfCameras() but getting error \"Cannot find symbol\" while compiling. My API level is 8. Can anyone please tell me whats

Answer 1

I know its an old post.But updating for new comers.

From API21 Camera class is deprecated.Instead we have to use Camera2 class. For gettng connected devices,you have to use something like

private CameraManager mManager;
private String[] mCameraIds;
mManager = (CameraManager)getSystemService(Context.CAMERA_SERVICE);
mCameraIds = mManager.getCameraIdList();

You can find documentation here