simple camera tweaks
by Blexyel
Simple Camera Tweaks, a client-side Utility mod by Blexyel, adds freelook, zoom and an offhand display to the in-game camera.
What it does
The mod lets the camera move independently of the player, so a view can swing over the shoulder for cinematic footage without changing where the character walks or looks. A configurable zoom key brings distant objects closer, which helps with building and with screenshots. Both controls are part of its three main features, alongside an offhand display.
Because it only changes the view, the mod leaves gameplay alone. The offhand readout is off by default and can be toggled in its settings. Only the client needs the mod, so a server does not have to run it and players can use it on any server. It is released under the MIT License and is open source, with public source code and an issue tracker. Installation needs Architectury API, Fabric API and YetAnotherConfigLib (YACL). Mod Menu is optional and gives access to the settings screen.
Files cover 1.19.4 – 26.3 across Fabric, NeoForge and Quilt, 25 release versions in all, and snapshot builds are published as well. The latest Fabric file is 3.2.0 for 26.3, released 2026-09-18, and the NeoForge and Quilt files are 2.0.2 for 1.21.11, dated 2025-12-20. The mod was first published on 2025-05-19.
Key features
Independent camera movement
The camera can move apart from the player, which allows smooth over-the-shoulder views.
Configurable zoom key
A key brings the view closer to distant objects, and its binding can be changed in the controls.
Offhand display
An optional readout shows the item held in the offhand, and it is off by default.
Settings for each option
Freelook, zoom and the offhand display can each be toggled or adjusted in the mod's settings.
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Compatibility
Latest build for each game version and loader.
26.x5 of 5 versions with builds
1.21.x12 of 12 versions with builds
1.20.x7 of 7 versions with builds
1.19.x1 of 1 version with builds
This mod also publishes snapshot builds. Snapshots are not shown in the matrix.
Requirements
Dependencies declared by the latest file for each loader.
Required 2
Optional 1
Use cases
Who it’s for: Content creators, builders and casual players who want more control over the visual perspective. It suits anyone who wants to look around without moving the character or changing gameplay.
How it compares
Perspektive is a Fabric and Quilt client mod under the GNU Lesser General Public License v3.0 only, open source, for 1.17 – 26.2. QuickZoom is a NeoForge client mod under the MIT License, open source, for 1.21.1 – 1.21.11. Freelook For Clients covers Fabric and Quilt for 1.18.2 – 1.20.1 under the Apache License 2.0. Simple Camera Tweaks covers 1.19.4 – 26.3 on Fabric, NeoForge and Quilt.
| Mod | Loaders | Game versions | Environment | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| simple camera tweaks | Fabric, NeoForge and Quilt | 1.19.4 – 26.3 | Client-side only | 2026-09-18 |
| Perspektive | Fabric and Quilt | 1.17 – 26.2 | Client-side only | 2026-09-02 |
| QuickZoom | NeoForge | 1.21.1 – 1.21.11 | Client-side only | 2026-07-31 |
| Freelook For Clients | Fabric and Quilt | 1.18.2 – 1.20.1 | Client-side only | 2023-06-25 |
Questions
Does Simple Camera Tweaks need Fabric API?
Does a server have to run Simple Camera Tweaks?
Which loaders have files for the mod?
In the catalog
simple camera tweaks is one of 36,990 Utility mods on ModsFinder, and one of 25,772 Utility mods for Fabric. 8,071 mods support Minecraft 26.3.
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What the author says
Perfect for content creators, builders, or casual players who want more control over their visual perspective. Whether you're capturing cinematic footage, exploring intricate builds, or just want a better view of your surroundings, this mod gives you flexible camera options without altering gameplay.
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/simple-camera-tweaks
- Owner
- Blexyel
- Published
- 2025-05-19
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2026-09-18
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15