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Fujifilm Recipes to Convey Feeling

Posted on by Ritchie Roesch

Red Barn – Ronks, PA – Fujifilm GFX100S II – Kodachrome 64 Recipe

Many photographers have spent the last couple of decades chasing color accuracy. Neutral white balance, faithful skin tones, true-to-life colors have become measuring sticks by which images are judged. Back when I was first learning photography over 25 years ago, when film was still king, I don’t remember color accuracy being a major topic; if it was, you were probably talking about Kodachrome 25. The wildly vivid colors of Velvia 50 were often preferred for landscapes. The warmth of Portra 400 was appreciated for portraits. There were a lot of reasons to choose various films, but color faithfulness was rarely the primary motive. With digital technology, because you can be extraordinarily specific with the white balance and precisely control the colors, which was not possible with analog photography (at least nowhere near the extent possible with digital), there was a movement towards that end; however, the character that each emulsion brought with it was lost in the process.

If you’ve ever looked at an old family photo album with prints from the one-hour photo lab and felt something stir, it probably wasn’t because the colors were accurate or the white balance was spot-on neutral. Because most films were daylight-balanced, color casts were common. Blues could lean cyan, sometimes shadows had a strange warmth that no colorist would approve of today, maybe the whole image was a tad yellowish. Yet those photographs convey feeling. They seem more like memories. In other words, color doesn’t document reality, it interprets it.

Truxton Station – Truxton, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – 1-Hour Photo Recipe

This is one of the reasons why Fujifilm resonates with so many photographers. The various Film Simulations, like Velvia, Classic Chrome, Classic Negative, Nostalgic Negative, and Reala Ace (among others), are not intended to be accurate replications of the colors and tones of the scene, but vehicles in which the photographer can convey their interpretation of the scene. Each one carries different emotions, and can tell the story differently. Film Simulation Recipes take it even further, by fine-tuning the aesthetic to more accurately mimic the unique and serendipitous characteristics of analog film. They’re designed to feel a certain way. When color shifts a little, the photograph stops being a record and starts becoming a story.

Modern digital tools make it easy to correct everything. You can neutralize any cast, recover highlights, bend or even change the colors after the fact however you wish, and so much more. When you choose a Recipe, which might have an imperfect white balance and inaccurate color, you’re committing to that character. You’re deciding, before even pressing the shutter release button, how the world should look—not how it technically does—and what the viewers of the photographs should feel. That causes you to be more purposeful in-the-field, because your choices at that time are critical to the outcome of the images.

Corndog – San Francisco, CA – Fujifilm X100VI – 1970’s Summer Recipe

When you use Recipes on your Fujifilm camera, you aren’t competing with reality; you’re offering an alternative version of it. Perhaps slightly warm, colors a little faded, with an overall softness, and some grainy texture—similar to memory itself. Interestingly, imperfect color often feels more honest because it acknowledges subjectivity. No two people remember the same scene exactly the same way. Why should photographs pretend otherwise? When colors lean or shift, it mirrors how we actually experience the world—not as a fixed reference chart, but as emotions filtered through time. So don’t worry if your whites aren’t truly white or your blue skies aren’t completely sky blue. It’s perfectly fine if they wander a little. It’s ok if your pictures have a color cast. Let your photographs look the way the moment felt, not the way a color checker demands.

When deciding which Film Simulation Recipe to use, consider how the scene will look through the colors of that Recipe, and whether or not it conveys the emotions that you want it to. If it’s not a good match, find one that will do better. With over 400 to choose from in the Fuji X Weekly App, there’s bound to be one that will work well for you and the scene that’s in front of your camera. Each one is different, so pick the Recipe that best conveys the feelings that you want the viewers of your picture to experience with you. Let them see the world as you see it, which might be very different from how others see it.

Top 10 Fujifilm Recipes NOT Named After a Film Stock

Posted on by Ritchie Roesch

Golden Appalachian Light – Gatlinburg, TN – Fujifilm X-T5 – Classic Amber

The majority of the Film Simulation Recipes on Fuji X Weekly are modeled—whether loosely or strictly—on actual film stocks. Because of this, most Recipes are named after various emulsions—for example Kodachrome 64, Kodak Portra 400 v2, Kodak Tri-X 400, Fujicolor Superia 100, etc., etc., etc.. Some are a little less obvious, like BewareMyVelvia and Fujicolor Film, which aren’t modeled after a specific film, but have a brand name in the title nonetheless (Velvia and Fujicolor, respectively). Those with a Kodak name (like Kodachrome, Portra, Gold, etc.) tend to be the most popular.

The 10 Recipes in this article were not named after any film. Instead, you’ll see titles with words like Vibrant, Summer, and Classic. I used page-view website statistics to determine which are the Top 10; specifically, these are the 10 that have been viewed the most on Fuji X Weekly since January 1st. The first few didn’t surprise me at all because they’re often found in the most-popular lists, but some of the others were less expected—if I did a Top 100, they’d all be there, and many would make a Top 50 list, too, but only a few crack the Top 25. Since I don’t keep close tabs on those below 25, I’m often unsure just how popular many of the Recipes are or are not. The first three in this list are indeed quite popular, and I’d call the next two popular as well, falling just outside the Top 25; however, the bottom five—especially the last two—are definitely less commonly used.

If you are looking for a Fujifilm Recipe that isn’t named after a specific brand or emulsion, the list below is the Top 10 most popular (in order from most-to-least viewed). You might not like all of them, but there’s probably at least one or two that produce an aesthetic that you’ll appreciate. If you haven’t tried these, or if you haven’t used them in awhile, I invite you to load a couple that are intriguing to you into your camera’s C1-C7 Custom Settings presets, or into FS1-FS3 if you have a Fujifilm X-E5, and give them a try today!

Vibrant Arizona

Yellow Buick – Seligman, AZ – Fujifilm GFX100RF – Vibrant Arizona

The Vibrant Arizona Recipe is an approximation of a Wes Anderson look, or at least as close to that as you can get straight-out-of-camera. It’s bright and warm, and works especially well in harsh midday light. It’s compatible with fourth and fifth-generation X-series cameras, as well as newer GFX models.

Pacific Blues

White Bridge across Pond – Charleston, SC – Fujifilm X-E4 – Pacific Blues

Pacific Blues is a Classic Negative-based Recipe that was inspired by Lucy Laucht‘s Spirit of Summer series, particularly the Positano Blues photographs. While it is intended for a sunny summer day at the beach, I have found that it works quite well on dreary or foggy days, too. While the version linked above is for fourth-generation cameras, there’s also a version for fifth-generation models.

California Summer

Original Chop Shop – Scottsdale, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI – California Summer

Inspired by some of Preet‘s photographs, the California Summer Recipe produces a warm gold-coast summertime vibe. It’s compatible with fifth-generation X-series cameras and the latest GFX models.

Classic Color

Rock Reflected in the Salt River – Mesa, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Classic Color

The Classic Color Recipe is a variant of Kodak Portra 400 v2. I had a project with Fujifilm and they didn’t want the Recipe I used to have a competing brand name in the title, so I created this one. If you like Kodak Portra 400 v2, you’ll probably like this one, too. It’s compatible with fourth and fifth-generation X-series cameras, as well as newer GFX models.

1970’s Summer

Corndog – San Francisco, CA – Fujifilm X100VI – 1970’s Summer

A New American Color aesthetic, 1970’s Summer is a warm summer-like Recipe with a vintage aesthetic. It’s compatible with fifth-generation X-series cameras and the latest GFX models.

Fluorescent Night

Ghost Train – Flagstaff, AZ – Fujifilm GFX100RF – Fluorescent Night

Specifically intended for nighttime photography, Fluorescent Night has a greenish cast in certain light, and a blueish cast in other light. While it’s intended for use after-dark, it’s not bad for daylight, too, if you’re after a cool look. This Recipe is compatible with fifth-generation X-series cameras and the latest GFX models.

Timeless Negative

Soft Rose – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Timeless Negative

Timeless Negative is a versatile Recipe that I gravitate towards around the fall and winter holidays. It’s a lovely Recipe that I think a lot of you would like if you tried it. While the version linked above is for fifth-generation cameras, there’s also a version for fourth-generation models.

FRGMT B&W

Cheers – Scottsdale, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5 – FRGMT B&W

Fujifilm’s first official Recipe, found in a special-edition of the GFX100RF, FRGMT B&W was created by fashion designer, producer, and artist Hiroshi Fujiwara. I asked for and (seemingly miraculously) received permission to publish it on Fuji X Weekly. It’s compatible with fourth and fifth-generation X-series cameras, as well as newer GFX models.

Summer of 1960

Water Fountain at Sunset – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Summer of 1960

The Summer of 1960 Recipe was modeled after many of the photos found in the December 1960 issue of Arizona Highway’s magazine that had mostly been captured over the prior summer. It’s compatible with fifth-generation X-series cameras and the latest GFX models.

Classic Amber

Corn Crib – Great Smokey Mountain NP, TN – Fujifilm X-T5 – Classic Amber

Classic Amber is a newer Recipe, published on November 1st of last year. It’s very warm, and doesn’t work in every situation; however, when it works, it works exceedingly well. It’s compatible with fifth-generation X-series cameras and the latest GFX models.

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7 Fujifilm Recipes for Midday Retro Americana Photography

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Corndog – San Francisco, CA – Fujifilm X100VI – 1970’s Summer

Someone once told me that Film Simulation Recipes transformed their photography simply because they no longer kept their camera in the bag during midday light. With the right Recipe, they could get good results even in the harsh and often ugly light found when the sun is high in the sky. Interestingly, there are some photographers who prefer midday light for some of their work (Kyle McDougall comes to mind, especially his An American Mile series). While the rule of thumb has always been that golden hour is best for photography (and shooting more during golden hour is the quickest way to improve your photographs), that doesn’t mean you can’t create good photographs at other times. You don’t need to put your camera away just because the sun is high.

One underrated benefit of midday light is that it frees you from endlessly chasing “perfect light,” which can quietly become a creative crutch. When the sun is high and unflattering, you have to engage more deeply with the scene in front of you. It forces you to pay attention to timing, layering, and narrative, rather than waiting for golden hour to do the heavy lifting. It encourages a mindset shift from collecting pretty pictures to telling stories. Limitations improve art, and midday light is one of those limitations that, once embraced, can quietly sharpen your photographic vision. Obviously, all of this is a journey. There’s no right or wrong way to do photography, and I’m not saying that you should or must do anything; I’m only offering a little encouragement to those who put their cameras away when the sun is high—good photographs can be made anytime, even in midday light.

The Fuji X Weekly App has a new Category feature for App Patrons that allows you to Filter Recipes by different genres, styles, or situations. For example, you can Filter By Travel. Or Cloudy. Or Landscapes or Street. One Category that I personally appreciate is Americana. When you Filter By Americana you’ll see nearly 80 results. If you Filter By Midday, there are over 100 Recipes. When you Filter By both Americana and Midday, it narrows it down to 28 Recipes. Filtering by Americana, Midday, and the Fujifilm X-E5 narrows the results further to 12. Maybe from there you can easily choose which one or ones you want to program into your camera, or maybe a dozen is still too many to decide. Adding one more Filter option—in this case, Retro—brings it down further to just seven. So if you are after a retro Americana aesthetic that’s good for harsh midday light, the seven Recipes below are excellent options. If it’s still too many, you can add more Filters, such as DR400, which brings it down to four, and Grain, which narrows it to just two. You can be as specific as you’d like, which really helps to refine the results to exactly what you’re looking for.

Kodak Vericolor VPS

Kodak Vericolor Warm

1970’s Summer

1971 Kodak

California Summer

Eterna Summer

1960 Chrome

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15 Fujifilm Recipes for Travel Photography

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Fire, Truck – Lordburg, NM – Fujifilm GFX100S II – 1970’s Summer

A frequent question that I get asked is: which Film Simulation Recipes are good for travel photography? Typically, it’s something along the lines of, “I’ll be visiting [insert location here], and I’d like to know which Recipes I should add to my C1-C7 for this trip.” Since this is a common question, I thought it worthwhile to dedicate an article to the topic.

What makes a Recipe good for travel photography is very difficult to answer. I think it’s one that will produce results that are typical of historic or current travel photography aesthetics. For example, Kodachrome 64 is an iconic slide film for travel photography thanks to photographers like Steve McCurry, so the Kodachrome 64 Recipe is an obvious one. The vibrant colors of many European cities like Copenhagen, Prague, Reykjavik, Burano, etc., are ideal for a Velvia-based Recipe. A trip to Japan wouldn’t be complete without a Classic Negative Recipe. A roadtrip across the American southwest in July would be great for 1970’s Summer. While some Recipes might be good for any trip, others might be more specific to the location and even the season.

Pool Remnant – Rodanthe, NC – Fujifilm GFX100S II – Kodak Tri-X 400

For this article, I decided to suggest a Recipe for each C1-C7 Custom Settings preset: one set for fifth-generation cameras, and one for fourth-generation cameras (the X-H2s and X-H2 has C1-C6; the X-S10 and X-S20 has C1-C4). Because you can program a “bonus” 8th Recipe into the IQ Menu on fifth-generation models, I included one for that (the X-E5 has the option for three additional Recipes on the Film Dial… I didn’t account for that in this post). For a number of these suggestions, they could be for X-Trans IV or V, so feel free to swap them out if you prefer one over another—I didn’t want to repeat any, but have 15 different Recipes. Fifth-generation Recipes are compatible with the Fujifilm X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III, as well as the GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF. Fourth-generation Recipes are compatible with the Fujifilm X-Pro3, X100V, X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, and X-T30 II (the X-T3/X-T30 is its own category), as well as the GFX100S. Clear as mud?

I found the 15 Fujifilm Recipes below in the Fuji X Weekly App. If you are a Patron subscriber, you can Filter By a number of things, including Camera and Category (among others). Because the X100-series is the most quintessential X-series model for travel, for the fifth-generation Recipes I chose to Filter By X100VI and for the the fourth-generation I chose to Filter By X100V. In both instances, I also selected Travel as the Category. While this narrowed the results some, it was still a lot of Recipes, an almost overwhelming number to choose from. To narrow it down much further, I chose some other Filter options (in addition to Camera and Travel) to help me find the best Recipes for each set. I’ll explain it below.

Fifth-Generation (X100VI):

C1 — Kodachrome 64

Red Barn – Ronks, PA – Fujifilm GFX100S II – Kodachrome 64

Kodachrome is the most iconic film, gracing the covers and pages of magazines like National Geographic and Arizona Highways for decades. While the film was discontinued awhile ago along with the chemistry to develop it, the soul of it lives on (quite ironically) in Fujifilm cameras. Because I wanted C1 to be an ideal Recipe for an American roadtrip, I chose Americana, Film-Like, Street, and Travel as my Filter By Category options, and that’s how I found the Kodachrome 64 Recipe. For those with fourth-generation cameras, there’s a version of Kodachrome 64 for you.

C2 — 1976 Kodak

Rainbow over Jersey – Jersey City, NJ – Fujifilm X-T50 – 1976 Kodak

For the second slot, I prioritized versatility. Specifically, I wanted a Recipe that uses Auto White Balance, for instances when the light is tricky, and a daylight-balanced Recipe might be disappointing. Of course, I also wanted the Recipe to be good anytime, not just in tricky light. To find the 1976 Kodak Recipe, I chose Classic and Travel as my Filter By Category options, and also Filter By Auto White Balance. Reala Ace is an alternative to strongly consider for this spot, but I was specifically thinking of a Kodak-like aesthetic.

C3 — 1970’s Summer

Corndog – San Francisco, CA – Fujifilm X100VI – 1970’s Summer

For the third slot, I wanted a warm and grainy Recipe, so I chose Grain, Travel, and Warm as my Filter By Category options. While 1970’s Summer won’t be for every subject and situation, in the right circumstances it can be amazing. I debated between this and Kodak Portra 800 v3, but I personally like the 1970’s Summer Recipe just a little more, so I went with it.

C4 — 1-Hour Photo

Truxton Station – Truxton, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – 1-Hour Photo

This is one of my new favorite Recipes. I just absolutely love it! But, 1-Hour Photo is an App Patron Early-Access Recipe, so it’s only currently available to Patron subscribers. I found it by selecting Grain and Travel as the Categories, and also Filter By Classic Negative Simulation. Classic Negative is one of my top favorite Film Simulations, so I wanted to include it in my travel set.

C5 — Classic Amber

Corn Crib – Great Smokey Mountain NP, TN – Fujifilm X-T5 – Classic Amber

I kept Filter By Classic Negative, but changed the Categories to Travel and Warm. Classic Amber is another new personal favorite Recipe, but it requires the right situations—when it works, it really works; when it doesn’t, it really doesn’t.

C6 — Vivid Velvia

Roaring Fork – Great Smoky Mountains NP, TN – Fujifilm X-E5 – Vivid Velvia

No C1-C7 for travel would be complete without a Velvia Recipe, so I selected Filter By Velvia and Filter By Travel to find Vivid Velvia. This Recipe is dramatic and vibrant, and is perfect when the situation calls for something bold.

C7 — Kodak Tri-X 400

Low Clouds Over Manhattan – New York City, NY – Fujifilm X100VI – Kodak Tri-X 400

The final slot demands a black-and-white Recipe. I chose Dramatic and Travel for the Categories, as well as Filter By B&W. Of course, Kodak Tri-X 400 is one of my all-time favorite Recipes, so it would be a shame to not include it.

IQ Menu — Film Dial Recipe

Boulder Theater – Boulder, CO – Fujifilm X100VI – Fujicolor PRO 160C Warm (Reala Ace)

On the newer cameras, whenever none of the C1-C7 Custom Settings presets are selected, the camera will use whatever is programmed into the IQ Menu set, which means you get a bonus 8th Recipe. For this, the Film Dial Recipe (which is not one, but 14 Recipes) is perfect. It adds a ton of aesthetic versatility. The best part is that it doesn’t require a camera with a Film Dial; just like the Universal Negative Recipe set, it can be used on any fifth-generation model. I found it by selecting Film-Like, Landscapes, Nighttime, Street, and Travel as the Categories, which revealed Fujicolor PRO 160C Warm, one of the 14 Film Dial Recipes. Simply change the Film Simulation to turn it into any of the other Film Dial Recipes.

Fourth-Generation (X100V):

C1 — Kodak Portra 400 v2

Sunset Photography – Laguna Beach, CA – Fujifilm X100V – Kodak Portra 400 v2

This is one of my all-time favorite Recipes, and is especially great when the sun is low to the horizon. I found it by choosing Americana, Film-Like, Golden Hour, Street, and Travel as the Categories. For those with a fifth-generation camera, there’s a version of Kodak Portra 400 v2 for you.

C2 — Reggie’s Portra

Mountain Sunset – Flagstaff, AZ – Fujifilm X100V – Reggie’s Portra

This was the most popular Recipe on Fuji X Weekly in 2025. Like in the fifth-generation set, I wanted a Recipe that uses Auto White Balance for C2. I found it by selecting Filter By Americana and Travel Categories, as well as Filter By Auto White Balance. Having a versatile Recipe like Reggie’s Portra in your C1-C7 can be invaluable when traveling.

C3 — Vintage Color

Sentinel & Merced – Yosemite NP, CA – Fujifilm X100V – Vintage Color

For the third slot, the Categories I chose are Grain, Retro, and Travel. That narrowed it down to a handful of options, and of those I chose Vintage Color. This is a Recipes that really works when it works, and really doesn’t when it doesn’t. For those with a fifth-generation model, set Color Chrome FX Blue to Weak instead of Strong.

C4 — Nostalgia Color

Columbia River – Hammond, OR – Fujifilm X-E4 – Nostalgia Color

It’s time for a Classic Negative Recipe. I used the same Filters as C4 in the previous set (Grain and Travel for the Categories, and Classic Negative for the Film Simulation), and picked Nostalgia Color for the Recipe. For those with a fifth-generation model, set Color Chrome FX Blue to Off instead of Weak. Initially I had Fujicolor Natura 1600 in mind for this spot, but it’s not compatible with the X100V because it uses .5 Tone Curve adjustments.

C5 — Pacific Blues

White Bridge across Pond – Charleston, SC – Fujifilm X-E4 – Pacific Blues

I found Pacific Blues when I used the same Filter By options as C4 (Grain and Travel for the Categories, and Classic Negative for the Film Simulation); since it’s one of my top favorite Recipes, I knew that I needed to include it in this set. For those with a fifth-generation camera, there’s a version of Pacific Blues for you.

C6 — The Rockwell

Abandoned Dream – Red Rock Lakes NWR, MT – Fujifilm X100V – The Rockwell

Just like in the previous set, this list wouldn’t be complete without a Velvia-based Recipe. I found this simply by selecting Filter By Travel and Filter By Velvia. When the situation calls for bold Recipe, The Rockwell will accomplish that, delivering vibrant and sharp results.

C7 — Ilford HP5 Plus 400

Horsetail Falls From Bridge – Columbia River Gorge, OR – Fujifilm X100V – Ilford HP5 Plus 400

There’s got to be at least one black-and-white Recipe, and I chose Ilford HP5 Plus 400. There are plenty of good ones to pick from, this is just one of many that would work well for C7. I found it by selecting Travel as the Category, as well as Filter By B&W.

There are so many different C1-C7 combinations that one could create that would do well for travel photography, the 15 Recipes above merely constitute two examples. One should consider the weather, the potential light situations, the genre of photography, and one’s preferred aesthetics. In the Fuji X Weekly App, you can use the various Filter By options to get as specific as you want—the more specific, the fewer results. For example, if you want something for your X-T30 III that’s good for cloudy conditions and nighttime photography, plus is grainy, retro, and film-like, and is good for travel, you can find that Recipe. Or if you have an X-E4 and want a Velvia Recipe for nighttime street photography, there’s a Recipe for that, too. If you’re simply searching for a good set of travel Recipes for your C1-C7 Custom Settings presets, the two suggestions above will be a good starting place—if you don’t like one or two of the Recipes, exchange them out for ones that you do like. If you are traveling somewhere soon and are really unsure which Recipes to program into your fifth or fourth-generation Fujifilm camera, I think you’ll appreciate these options, as at least one of the Recipes should work well no matter where you are and what situation you are in.

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12 Fujifilm Recipes for Rainy Days

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Pouring Rain – Philadelphia, PA – Fujifilm X-T50 – Pacific Blues

I get asked fairly regularly which Film Simulation Recipes are good for overcast days, perhaps when it’s rainy or foggy. I live in Arizona where the sunshine seems endless, and dreary weather only occurs every now and then. Like film, the majority of Recipes are intended for sunny daylight conditions. When the sun is hidden by clouds, which Fujifilm Recipes should you use?

There are definitely a lot of great options. Much will depend on the lighting (thin or thick clouds?), photographic subject, and desired aesthetic. I might like a certain Recipe for rainy days, but you might not, and vice versa. Everyone has their own tastes. Having a large number of options allows you to discover what works best for you, but where do you even find them?

Bryan Minear getting soaked – Windham, NY – Fujifilm X-T5 – Kodak Tri-X 400

A recently added feature to the Fuji X Weekly App is Categories. One way to use Categories is—if you are a Patron subscriber—to Filter By Category, and one of the Categories is Cloudy. So I did just that: I selected Fujifilm X-T5 as my camera and Cloudy as a Category (you can select as many Categories as you’d like, to really narrow it down). When I did this, I was presented with 40 results. You might not like all 40, and that’s ok—different strokes for different folks—but there’s a good chance that a few will match well with your light, subject, and desired aesthetic.

I went through the 40 results—Recipes that are good for cloudy situations and are compatible with my Fujifilm X-T5—and picked my favorite 12, which you’ll find below. If you are unsure which Recipes to use on rainy days, these 12 are ones to strongly consider. Surely one or two will be a good fit for you and your specific situation and style. Or, open up the Fuji X Weekly App, and Filter By your camera and whatever Categories you’d like. For example, if you choose X-Pro3 plus Cloudy, Film-Like, and Street, you’ll get 10 results.

PRO Negative 160C

Travis – Glendale, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI – PRO Negative 160C

The PRO Negative 160C Recipe, which uses the Reala Ace Film Simulation, produces slightly vibrant and warm pictures that are overall pretty true-to-life, with a color negative film aesthetic. Because it uses Auto White Balance, it’s very versatile, making it an excellent choice for dreary days.

Kodak Pro 400

Wet Alley – Savannah, GA – Fujifilm X100VI – Kodak Pro 400

Another Reala Ace-based Recipe, Kodak Pro 400 has a Portra-like look that’s a little less warm than the other Portra-like Recipes. While it’s daylight balanced, it does quite well in rainy weather.

Chrome City

Raindrops on a Pond – Peoria, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI – Chrome City

Chrome City is found in the Universal Negative Recipe set. Really, any of the 14 Recipes within that set are good for cloudy days, but Chrome City, which uses Eterna Bleach Bypass, is my personal favorite.

Reala Ace

Sonoran Saguaro – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Reala Ace

Despite the name, the Reala Ace Recipe does not use the Reala Ace Film Simulation; instead, it’s based on Classic Negative. Because it uses Auto White Balance, it’s highly versatile, and does well in overcast light.

Emulsion ’86

No Lifeguard on Duty – Oceanside, CA – Fujifilm X-T5 – Emulsion ’86

Emulsion ’86 is based on the Nostalgic Neg. Film Simulation. While it uses Daylight White Balance, it is quite good for cloudy situations.

Kodachrome 25

No Lifeguard at 8 – Oceanside, CA – Fujifilm X-T5 – Kodachrome 25

Another Daylight White Balance Recipe, Kodachrome 25, which uses Classic Chrome and produces a sharp slide-film aesthetic, is a good option for overcast days.

Thommy’s Ektachrome

Raindrops on Rose Leaves – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Thommy’s Ektachrome

Thommy’s Ektachrome is intended for sunny daylight, but its overall cool cast combined with the warmth of the Nostalgic Neg. Film Simulation make for an excellent rainy day Recipe.

Nostalgic Americana

Doggles – Philadelphia, PA – Fujifilm X-T50 – Nostalgic Americana

While the Nostalgic Americana Recipe, which uses the Nostalgic Neg. Film Simulation, is warmer and intended for sunny daylight situations, it can produce good results on dreary days; however, it definitely depends on the situation, as this one can easy be a little too warm.

Kodak Vericolor VPS

Mission San Xavier del Bac – Tucson, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5 – Kodak Vericolor VPS

One of my personal favorites for overcast light is Kodak Vericolor VPS, which uses the Nostalgic Neg. Film Simulation. Even though it’s intended for sunny daylight, I love how it looks when the sky is covered with clouds.

Appalachian Negative

Breakfast Home – Anaheim, CA – Fujifilm X100VI – Appalachian Negative

Another Nostalgic Neg.-based Recipe that is daylight-balanced, I have had good luck using the Appalachian Negative Recipe on overcast days.

Superia Xtra 400

Wet Rosebud – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Superia Xtra 400

While Superia Xtra 400, which uses the Classic Negative Film Simulation, is the warmest of the Superia-like Recipes, because it uses Auto White Balance, it’s also the most versatile, and is great for use on rainy days.

Pacific Blues

Wet Leaves – Tannersville, NY – Fujifilm X-T50 – Pacific Blues

My overall favorite Recipe to use on foggy or dreary days is Pacific Blues. Even though it was made for a sunny day at the beach, I just love how it works in the rain. It’s not a Recipe that everyone will appreciate for those situations, but I do, and I know some of you will, too.

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26 Fujifilm Recipes to try in 2026

Posted on by Ritchie Roesch

Cruiser’s Cafe 66 – Williams, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – PRO Negative 160C

Those who have been around Fujifilm for awhile likely have a good idea of which Film Simulation Recipes they like, and probably have their favorites programmed into their camera. But there are many newcomers to the system, as well as some who have been around awhile but are looking for a new Recipe to try. If you are unsure, you’ll find some solid suggestions below.

The idea for this article has been in my head since the beginning of the year—now that January is over, I figured I better get to it before it’s too late. For this post, I didn’t want to offer the usual set, and I also didn’t want to fill the list full of the most popular Recipes; instead, I wanted to include some that were overlooked, that maybe you haven’t yet tried even if you’ve been around for awhile. I also didn’t want it to be strictly Recipes for the newest models (although I focused much more on the newer cameras than the older ones because that’s what most are using).

Without further ado, and in no particular order, below are 26 Fujifilm Recipes to try in 2026!

PRO Negative 160C

The PRO Negative 160C Recipe uses the Reala Ace Film Simulation, which means that it is only compatible with fifth-generation X-series cameras—X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III—as well as the latest GFX models: GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF. But, there is a version that uses PRO Neg. Hi, which is compatible with “newer” fourth-generation models. This Recipe is quite versatile, producing a negative film aesthetic similar to Fujicolor PRO 160C that works well in most situations. While it leans slightly warm and vibrant, overall it remains fairly neutral and true-to-life.

Agfa Ultra 100 v2

Agfa Ultra 100 v2 is a warm Recipe that leans towards green, and is best for sunny daylight situations, although I’ve had some good luck using it in natural-light indoor situations, as well as at night. Because it uses the Nostalgic Neg. Film Simulation, it is only compatible with fifth-generation X-series cameras—X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III—as well as the latest GFX models: GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF.

Kodak Vericolor VPS

Another Nostalgic Neg.-based Recipe, Kodak Vericolor VPS is good for both sunny and cloudy situations. It produces a late-1970’s to early-1980’s color negative film vibe. It is only compatible with fifth-generation X-series cameras—X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III—as well as the latest GFX models: GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF.

Kodak Vision3 250D v2

The Kodak Vision3 250D Recipe uses Eterna, and there’s a version for both the X-T3/X-T30 and “newer” fourth-generation models; however, this Kodak Vision3 250D v2 Recipe has Nostalgic Neg. as the base instead of Eterna. It produces a warm look that is great for sunny daylight situations. This version of the Recipe is only compatible with fifth-generation X-series cameras—X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III—as well as the latest GFX models: GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF.

Nostalgic Americana

Nostalgic Americana is one of my favorite Nostalgic Neg.-based Recipes. It produces an aesthetic similar to color photos printed in magazines (such as Arizona Highways) back in the 1960’s and ’70’s, with a lot of grain and a warm cast. This Recipe is best for sunny daylight situations. It’s only compatible with fifth-generation X-series cameras—X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III—as well as the latest GFX models: GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF.

Classic Color

Fujifilm has displayed two of my photographs at some of their events, and both were captured with this Classic Color Recipe. It has similarities to my Kodak Portra 400 v2 Recipe, but isn’t identical. It’s most ideal for sunny daylight situations, but I did have some luck with it at night. This Recipe is compatible with “newer” fourth-generation models (X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, and X-T30 II), fifth-generation cameras (X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III), and recent GFX releases (GFX100S, GFX100 II, GFX100S II, GFX100RF).

Kodak Portra 400

This Kodak Portra 400 Recipe is for fourth-generation X-series cameras—X-Pro3, X100V, X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, and X-T30 II—plus the GFX100S. There’s also a version for the X-T3/X-T30 (plus GFX100). To use this Recipe on fifth-generation cameras, simply set Color Chrome FX Blue to Off instead of Weak. It produces a warm look similar to the iconic film of the same name. If you’ve been around awhile you’ve likely already tried it, but if you are new to Fujifilm you might not yet have programmed it into your camera.

Elite Chrome 200

The Elite Chrome 200 Recipe is a facsimile of Kodak’s low-budget version of Ektachrome E200, a “high ISO” consumer-grade slide film from the 1990’s and early 2000’s. It’s best for sunny daylight situations. This Recipe is for fourth-generation X-series cameras—X-Pro3, X100V, X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, and X-T30 II—plus the GFX100S; for use on fifth-generation models (plus newer GFX), simply set Color Chrome FX Blue to Off instead of Weak.

Kodak Pro 400

Kodak Pro 400 is an approximation of Portra 400 using Reala Ace instead of Classic Chrome. It’s best for sunny daylight situations, although I did have some good luck with it in natural-light indoors, as well as at night. It’s warm, but less warm than other Portra-like Recipes. Because it uses Reala Ace, it is only compatible with fifth-generation X-series cameras—X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III—as well as the latest GFX models: GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF.

Classic Amber

Classic Amber, which is the first in this list that uses Classic Negative, is a very warm Recipe that produces striking results in the right situations (mainly, sunny daylight). When it works, it really works; when it doesn’t, it really doesn’t. This Recipe is compatible with fifth-generation X-series cameras—X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III—as well as the latest GFX models: GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF. For “newer” fourth-generations cameras, blue won’t be quite as deep, but the results will be quite similar overall, so feel free to try it anyway.

Fujicolor 100 Gold

This is another warm Recipe that utilizes Classic Negative, and is best for sunny daylight situations. Fujicolor 100 Gold is for fourth-generation X-series cameras—X-Pro3, X100V, X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, and X-T30 II—as well as the GFX100S. For fifth-generation models (and the latest GFX), it will render blue just a little more deeply, but the results will be quite similar overall, so feel free to try it anyway.

Old Kodak

The Old Kodak Recipe has similarities to Vintage Kodachrome and Kodachrome 1. It’s compatible with “newer” X-series models—X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, and X-T30 II—as well as the GFX100S. For fifth-generation cameras (and the latest GFX), simply set Color Chrome FX Blue to Weak instead of Strong. While this Recipe is warm, it’s quite versatile, and can be used in a lot different situations.

Eterna Summer

Eterna Summer produces a warm, cinematic aesthetic that’s best for sunny daylight situations. This Recipe is compatible with “newer” fourth-generation models (X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, and X-T30 II), fifth-generation cameras (X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III), and recent GFX releases (GFX100S, GFX100 II, GFX100S II, GFX100RF).

SantaColor

This SantaColor Recipe is not necessarily for Christmas, but for sunny daylight situations. While warm, it leans more red-orange than yellow. This Recipe is compatible with fourth-generation cameras—X-Pro3, X100V, X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, and X-T30 II—and the GFX100S. For fifth-generation models (and the latest GFX), it will render blue just a little more deeply, but the results will be quite similar overall, so feel free to try it anyway.

Ferrania Solaris FG 400

The only Eterna Bleach Bypass-based Recipe in this list, Ferrania Solaris FG 400 produces striking results. This is another warm Recipe that’s intended for sunny daylight situations. It’s for “newer” fourth-generation cameras—X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, and X-T30 II—as well as the GFX100S; for fifth-generation models (and the latest GFX), set Color Chrome FX Blue to Off instead of Weak.

Nostalgia Color

A “memory color” aesthetic of photographic prints from the ’90’s, Nostalgia Color uses Classic Negative and has a warm cast that’s perfect for sunny daylight. This Recipe is compatible with fourth-generation cameras—X-Pro3, X100V, X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, and X-T30 II—and the GFX100S; for fifth-generation models (and the latest GFX), set Color Chrome FX Blue to Off instead of Weak.

Superia Premium 400

Superia Premium 400 might be the most overlooked of the various Superia-like Recipes. It leans warm, more towards red than yellow. This Recipe is for sunny daylight situations, but I’ve also had good luck with it on dreary days. It’s compatible with fourth-generation cameras—X-Pro3, X100V, X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, and X-T30 II—and the GFX100S; for fifth-generation models (and the latest GFX), set Color Chrome FX Blue to Off instead of Weak.

Fujicolor NPS 160 Pulled

Probably my favorite Recipe for indoor artificial light situations, Fujicolor NPS 160 Pulled is a great allrounder if you want a subdued aesthetic. This might be the most underrated Recipe in this list. It’s for fourth-generation cameras—X-Pro3, X100V, X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, and X-T30 II—and the GFX100S; for fifth-generation models (and the latest GFX), set Color Chrome FX Blue to Off instead of Weak.

AgfaChrome RS 100

For a slightly cool color cast, try the AgfaChrome RS 100 Recipe. In situations where other Recipes are too warm, this is a good one to use. It’s compatible with fourth-generation cameras—X-Pro3, X100V, X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, and X-T30 II—and the GFX100S; for fifth-generation models (and the latest GFX), set Color Chrome FX Blue to Weak instead of Strong.

Fujicolor C200 v2

The Fujicolor C200 v2 Recipe somehow seems both warm and cool simultaneously. It’s best for sunny daylight, but I’ve had good luck with it in overcast situations, indoors, and at night. This Recipe is for fourth-generation cameras—X-Pro3, X100V, X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, and X-T30 II—and the GFX100S; for fifth-generation models (and the latest GFX), set Color Chrome FX Blue to Weak instead of Strong.

Vivid Velvia

The most vibrant Recipe in this group, Vivid Velvia produces dramatically colorful pictures. It’s quite versatile, just as long as long as you’re after a vibrant aesthetic. This Recipe is compatible with fourth (except X-T3/X-T30) and fifth-generation X-series cameras, as well as “newer” GFX models.

Fluorescent Night

Fluorescent Night is the only Recipe in this list that’s specifically intended for nighttime photography. Because it uses the Nostalgic Neg. Film Simulation, it is only compatible with fifth-generation X-series cameras—X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III—as well as the latest GFX models: GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF.

Moody Monochrome

Moody Monochrome is a contrasty black-and-white Recipe that uses Acros+Ye. Compatible with fourth (except X-T3/X-T30) and fifth-generation X-series cameras, as well as “newer” GFX models.

FRGMT B&W

This is Fujifilm’s first official Recipe—created by fashion designer, producer, and artist Hiroshi Fujiwara—which was included in a limited edition GFX100RF. I asked for and received permission to publish FRGMT B&W on Fuji X Weekly. It’s for fourth (except X-T3/X-T30) and fifth-generation X-series cameras, as well as “newer” GFX models.

Agfa Scala

Agfa Scala is one of the older Recipes on Fuji X Weekly, published in 2018. It’s modeled after a B&W slide film that was discontinued, then later brought back. This Recipe is for X-Trans III cameras, plus the X-T3/X-T30; however, I’ve used it on newer models, setting Grain size to Weak, Color Chrome Effect and Color Chrome FX Blue to Off, and Clarity to 0 or +1.

Classic B&W

Classic B&W, which uses Acros+G, is great for everyday monochromatic photographs. Compatible with fourth (except X-T3/X-T30) and fifth-generation X-series cameras, as well as “newer” GFX models.

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Fuji X Weekly App Update — Two Big Improvements!!

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Earlier this week I released a new Fuji X Weekly App update, which I’m excited to share with you. I didn’t announce this right away because there was a minor bug that I wanted to fix before telling everybody about this, which has since been fixed and updated, so, as of late last night, that’s no longer an issue. There are two major new features, plus several really minor things you’re unlikely to notice—we’ll just focus on those two big things in this article.

First up is something that’s been under development in one way or another for five years. I explored many different ways to implement this idea in principal, and there were a couple failed attempts, just because of the complications in making it function smoothly. Ultimately, the approached that worked best and most consistently was less intuitive than what I would have ideally preferred, but it was the best option all things considered. I actually rolled it out first in the Ricoh Recipes App, just so I could work out any unforeseen issues before adding it to the Fuji X Weekly App. What is this new feature? Backup/Restore.

Notes, Favorites, and Custom Recipes are stored locally on your phone within the App’s data, and there has not been a way to share them among devices. If, for example, you have both an iPhone and iPad, you’d need to manually input all your Custom Recipes into both devices—they don’t synch. If you switched phones or lost your phone, it was possible to lose your Notes, Favorites, and Custom Recipes. Now, with Backup/Restore, you can save a copy, and share it among devices.

To save a backup, tap the Gear icon, then choose Back Up Data. You’ll be prompted to either Cancel or Continue. If you select Continue, you’ll have the opportunity to choose where you want the .zip file to be stored—it can be on your device or in cloud storage. Once saved, you can share this .zip file with any device that has the Fuji X Weekly App. To restore, simply choose Restore Data, locate the .zip file and tap on it (if it’s a different device, you may need to download the .zip file onto that device). One note of caution: when you Restore Data, it will override and replace whatever you may have added and/or changed since the Backup file was created. For instance, if you have a Custom Recipe on your iPad that’s not on your iPhone, but you Back Up Data on your iPhone and Restore that .zip on your iPad, you’ll lose the Custom Recipe on the iPad. It doesn’t add the backed up data on top of what’s already there; instead, it replaces it.

My recommendation is to periodically Backup the Fuji X Weekly App, even if you don’t have intentions of sharing it to another device. If you add a new Custom Recipe, or you made some changes to your Favorites, that might be a good time to select Back Up Data and create a new .zip file. Cloud storage is probably the most ideal place to keep it, just so if you lose your phone or change devices, you’ll have it available. Should something unforeseen happen, which does occur now and then, it’s better to be safe than sorry. With Backup/Restore, you can now have that peace of mind, and also match up your Notes, Favorites, and Custom Recipes between multiple devices.

The other big feature of this update is a major overhaul to Custom Recipes. Not only is adding Custom Recipes easier and more intuitive now, but they look and behave more like the 400+ Fuji X Weekly Film Simulation Recipes that come in the App. For example, you can add them as Widgets. You can Filter them, and Search them. You can add them as Favorites. If you sort alphabetically A-Z/Z-A, they will be in the correct place. This is a very significant improvement.

All of the fields (except Sensor generation) are freeform text; however, many have a dropdown menu or -/+ field for easier selection. If (for example) you type Velvia instead of selecting it from the dropdown list, the App will still include this Recipe in Filter by Velvia (just as long as it’s spelled correctly). Custom Recipes created prior to this update are fully compatible and will automatically be transformed to the new system (which was probably the trickiest part of revamping it). If you leave a field blank, that field will not appear in your Custom Recipe in the App. For instance, those with X-Trans III cameras can skip Color Chrome Effect, Color Chrome FX Blue, and Clarity, since X-Trans III cameras don’t have those options, and they will simply not show in the finished Recipe. Once you save it, at the very bottom of the Recipe you’ll notice a Notes field, which wasn’t available in the old system.

Those who use the Custom Recipes feature of the Fuji X Weekly App will absolutely love this update. This has been in the works for a long time, and I’m very happy with how it turned out. And it needed to be done prior to the implementation of Backup/Restore. In a sense, as far as the coding goes, these two features go hand-in-hand, and that’s why they were done together. While this update is mostly beneficial to Patron subscribers, there are some small under-the-hood improvements that affect everyone, so even if you are using the App for free, I do recommend updating to the latest version, if your phone did not do so automatically.

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1-Hour Photo — A Film Simulation Recipe for Fujifilm X-Trans V Cameras (FXW App Patron Early-Access Recipe)

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Jack’s Liquor – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – 1-Hour Photo Recipe

I have a box in my closet filled with old photos. Some are from my or my wife’s childhood in the ’80’s and ’90’s. Some are from early in our marriage. Some are of my oldest daughter when she was a baby. Many of these pictures are from point-and-shoot film cameras, like QuickSnap or Kodak FunSaver disposable cameras, which were developed at one-hour photo labs. These express photo labs used to be everywhere, but nowadays they’re pretty rare. I was looking through the photo box recently, reminiscing on old times, and I was captivated by the aesthetic of some of the pictures.

The images that caught my attention were in a few different envelopes, but the commonality is that they were captured with Fujicolor Superia 400 film on a QuickSnap camera, and printed on Fujicolor Chrystal Archive paper at Ritz photo in Tucson, Arizona. During that time, Ritz was the photo store that I most commonly visited, so it makes sense that I’d drop off film for one-hour development while I purchased some rolls for my Pentax K1000 (the “real” camera I had at that time). This Recipe, which I’ve called 1-Hour Photo, is modeled after the aesthetic of those prints—not so much the look from the lens, but the colors and tonality. I suppose a Dispo-lens (or something like that) would further the look. Also, I sometimes used flash on my X100VI.

Dramatic Desert Tree – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI – 1-Hour Photo Recipe

This is a Fuji X Weekly App Early-Access Recipe, which means that it is currently only available to App Patrons; however, in time it will be available to everyone. The Early-Access Recipes have been backlogged, remaining restricted much longer than I want them to be. For example, the Recipe that this one replaces has been on the App for two years now, available only to subscribers. Last year I started a series in hopes to rectify this problem, creating a new Early-Access Recipe with each Film Simulation. I got Provia and Velvia knocked out without too much trouble, then got stuck on Astia for awhile. I’m still working on the Classic Chrome Recipe, but completed Classic Negative first; instead of waiting to release this, I decided to skip Classic Chrome for the moment, and get this one out. If you are a Fuji X Weekly App Patron subscriber, it’s available to you right now.

This 1-Hour Photo Recipe is compatible with all fifth-generation models, which (as of this writing) are the Fujifilm X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III models. You can use it on fourth-generation cameras, too; however, it will render slightly different. It’s also compatible with newer GFX models like the GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF.

Example photographs, all camera-made JPEGs using this 1-Hour Photo Film Simulation Recipe on my Fujifilm X100VI, X-E5, and X-T5:

Alleyway at Night – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Hotel San Carlos – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Tom At Night – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
3rd St & Van Buren – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Diner Lamp – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI
Young Guitarist – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI (Flash On)
Barbie Skates – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI (Flash On)
Done Dining – Avondale, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Tom’s Famous X-Pro3 – Avondale, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Waffle House Kitchen – Avondale, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Lunch is Over – Avondale, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Waffle House – Avondale, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Federal Express – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI
Backseat Dog – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Volkswagen – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Bicycle Rider – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI
Mando Skater – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI
Faux Bamboo – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI
Raindrops & Sun – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI
Roadrunner – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI
Dilapidated Roof – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Pool Reflection – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Yellow Tree Beneath Rock – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Row of Yellow Leaves – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Logs Across Oak Creek – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Mini Subway – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Flowing Creek – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5

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Fujicolor C200 v2 — Fujifilm X100V (X-Trans IV) Film Simulation Recipe

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Cold Morning at the South Rim – Grand Canyon NP, AZ – Fujifilm X100V – Fujicolor C200 v2

The original Fujicolor C200 Film Simulation Recipe is great! This isn’t intended to replace that Recipe—there’s no need to replace it, since it’s excellent—but instead provide an alternative option for those looking for something slightly different. One film can produce many different looks, depending on a host of factors, including how it was shot, developed, and printed or scanned. In this case, a Fuji X Weekly reader wanted a Recipe that more closely matched his particular Fujicolor C200 scans. Oh, and it needed to be compatible with the Fujifilm X100V and X-Pro3, which the original version is not.

Fujifilm introduced Fujicolor C200 in 1990 as a low-budget, consumer-grade color negative film. I’ve shot a few rolls of it over the years, although it was never my go-to option. Fujifilm gave it a small refresh in 2017. Sadly, in late 2021, Fujifilm began selling rebranded Kodak Gold 200 as Fujicolor C200. Even though C200 is a cheap color film, it has a cult-like following, and many people enjoy its aesthetic and choose it over more expensive emulsions.

Bougainvillea Peeking over Wall – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100V – Fujicolor C200 v2

This Fujicolor C200 v2 Film Simulation Recipe was an App Patron Early-Access Recipe, but it is now available to everyone. With the exception of the X-T3 and X-T30, it is fully compatible with fourth-generation cameras: X-Pro3, X100V, X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, and X-T30 II. You can use it with the GFX100S, too. For fifth-generation models (plus the GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF), simply set Color Chrome FX Blue to Weak instead of Strong.

Film Simulation: Classic Negative
Dynamic Range: DR100
Grain Effect: Weak, Small
Color Chrome Effect: Strong
Color Chrome FX Blue: Strong
White Balance: Shade, -2 Red & +1 Blue
Highlight: -2
Shadow: -2
Color: +4
Sharpness: -1
High ISO NR: -4
Clarity: -2
ISO: Auto, up to ISO 6400
Exposure Compensation: 0 to +2/3 (typically)

Example photographs, all camera-made JPEGs using this Fujicolor C200 v2 Film Simulation Recipe on my Fujifilm X100V and Fujifilm X-E4:

Main Street – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-E4
Dim Light & Neon Reflections – Tempe, AZ – Fujifilm X100V
Coffee Shop Christmas Tree – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X100V
Backlit Potted Palm – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100V
Afternoon Jo – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100V
Sitting on a Backyard Bench – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100V
Swinging Seat – Litchfield Park, AZ – Fujifilm X100V
Potted Blossoms – Litchfield Park, AZ – Fujifilm X100V
Artificial Flowers – Litchfield Park, AZ – Fujifilm X100V
AC – Litchfield Park, AZ – Fujifilm X100V
The Grinch that Stole a Golf Cart – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100V
Autumn Path – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100V
Autumn Canopy – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100V
Bird on a Cross – Litchfield Park, AZ – Fujifilm X100V
Icy Morning at the Rim – Grand Canyon NP, AZ – Fujifilm X100V
Canyon Between the Pines – Grand Canyon NP, AZ – Fujifilm X100V
Morning Shadows – Grand Canyon NP, AZ – Fujifilm X100V

Comparison:

Original Fujicolor C200 Film Simulation Recipe (Fujifilm X-E4)
This new Fujicolor C200 v2 Film Simulation Recipe (Fujifilm X-E4)

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How to Make Amazing Multiple-Exposure Pictures (BewareMyVelvia Recipe Pt. 2)

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Photographing in Phoenix – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – BewareMyVelvia Recipe – Triple Exposure

Part 1 — BewareMyVelvia Film Simulation Recipe

Now that you have the BewareMyVelvia Recipe programmed into your Fujifilm camera, it’s time to make some multiple-exposure photographs using that Recipe. The process I’m discussing here comes from Tom Baumgaertel, a.k.a. bewaremyfuji. This is fairly easy to do, but also quite tricky. You can expect to make a lot of mistakes and have plenty of failures, but, as you get more and more experience, it will begin to make sense, and you’ll get better with it. Pretty soon you’ll begin to achieve striking results. This won’t come naturally to most people, but it’s something that anyone can learn. Just be patient, and don’t give up.

For this technique, you do need a fourth or fifth generation X-series camera, which (as of this writing) are the Fujifilm X-Pro3, X100V, X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, X-T30 II, X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III. You can also do this with a GFX100, GFX100S, GFX 50S II, GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF. On most Fujifilm cameras you can do multiple-exposure photography, but only the “newer” cameras (X-Trans IV and V) are capable of this particular technique. I recommend Large image size, and either JPEG or RAW+JPEG (I select L 3:2 Fine+RAW, personally).

Neon Dog – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – BewareMyVelvia Recipe – Triple Exposure

Step one is to set up Multi Exposure in the camera. There is some variance in how this is done depending on the model. Many cameras have a Drive button (for example, X100VI, X-E5, GFX100S II, X-S20), and when you press that, a menu appears—simply scroll until you find Multi Exposure. On other cameras (for example, the X-T5), it’s in Shooting Setting subset of the main Menu. If you can’t find it, refer to your camera’s manual. Once you locate Multi Exposure, you are presented with four options: Additive, Average, Comparative Light, and Comparative Dark. Choose Additive. You can use the BewareMyVelvia Recipe with Average, too, but for this exercise you’ll want to use Additive.

The Additive option in Multi Exposure will (as the name implies) add each exposure on top of the others, increasing the brightness. Because of this, it’s very easy to overexpose the image. This is a major piece of caution. Underexposure will be your best friend. I avoid anything brighter than -1 Exposure Compensation, and find myself often using -2 or even -3 sometimes. It’s very easy to add too much exposure, so less is often more.

Hound – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – BewareMyVelvia – Triple Exposure

Once you find something to photograph, compose your image and press the shutter release button. The camera will say: OK Next; ◀︎ Retry; Back Exit. If you are satisfied with your photo and want to layer another image, choose OK. If you are satisfied with your photo but don’t want it to be a multiple-exposure picture (only a single-exposure image), select Back, and the camera will save the photo, and restart the Multi Exposure process. If you are unsatisfied with your picture, arrow to the left and try again (the picture will not be saved).

If you are satisfied and ready to layer the next image, select OK and look for another scene to add to what you’ve already captured. It’s important to carefully consider shadows and highlights, as well as space. Light areas over light areas will look bright and possibly muddy. Dark areas over dark areas will hide details. Placing something bright within a dark area will stand out the most. Since your previous image is superimposed over the current scene, that will help you to align it. Be creative, and experiment with composition and element placement. If you mess it up, simply arrow to the left and retry—you have unlimited redos, as long as you don’t power off the camera. There were instances that I retried an exposure 10 or more times before I was finally satisfied with it.

Structured Abstract – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Double Exposure

You can stop at two exposures, or blend as many as nine. Two or three is often enough. I would avoid going beyond five, but feel free to try. The camera will save each individual frame used in the multiple-exposure image, in addition to the multiple-exposure image itself. You can get creative with the exposures, by adding intentional movement or going out of focus with one or more of the shots. Sometimes a subtle splash of color within the negative space can make a major difference. There’s a lot of experimentation that you can do here, so don’t be afraid to try different things.

Another important creative step, which is optional but highly encouraged, is to change the White Balance between exposures. The easiest way to do this is adjust the WB Shift from -9 Red to +9 Red in between the first and second (or second and third) exposures, which I did frequently but not always. This is something that you can go crazy with, so don’t be afraid to try wild ideas. Adjusting the Kelvin value to something cool (like 3200K) or warm (like 9000K) can be fun; however, simply changing the WB Shift is probably enough. I encourage you to experiment with this, but at the very least, try using a -9 Red WB Shift on some exposures and +9 Red on other exposures within the same multiple-exposure image. That tip alone is both mind blowing and mind opening, so be sure to thank Tom for it.

First Exposure, BewareMyVelvia Recipe, -2 Exposure Comp
Second Exposure, BewareMyVelvia Recipe, -2 Exposure Comp
Third Exposure, BewareMyVelvia Recipe with +9 Red WB Shift, -2 Exposure Comp
Triple exposure photograph, cropped slightly

The example above shows how this works. All three exposures are dark, but when combined together they’re much brighter (that’s how Additive Multi Exposure works). Also, the three frames on their own are nothing spectacular, but when combined together, it’s actually kind of interesting. Had I not adjusted the WB Shift in between the second and third exposure, the picture would have been boring—I know this because that’s what I initially did; however, I redid the third exposure, making sure to adjust the WB Shift from -9 Red to +9 Red. Sometimes multiple-exposures work well without that WB Shift adjustment (see the BewareMyVelvia Recipe examples in Part 1), but oftentimes that WB Shift adjustment is what makes the photo pop.

Below is another triple exposure image example. This time, I adjusted the WB Shift in between the first and second exposure, and then switched it back in between the second and third. I also used a slow shutter speed and intentional movement (while purposefully out of focus) for the third exposure. Oftentimes I use a blurry exposure within my multiple-exposure images.

First Exposure, BewareMyVelvia Recipe, -2 1/3 Exposure Comp (it looks kind of like a double-exposure already because it was shot through glass with reflections)
Second Exposure, BewareMyVelvia Recipe with +9 Red WB Shift, -2 1/3 Exposure Comp
Third Exposure, BewareMyVelvia Recipe, -3 Exposure Comp, 1/8 Shutter
Triple exposure photograph, tilted/cropped slightly

The conclusion is that, when you do multiple-exposure photography, the whole is greater than the parts. Two or three or more uninteresting frames can become something extraordinary when combined together in a thoughtful way. You’ll have the most success with this technique as the sun is going down and into the night. It’s more difficult to get good results during the day, but it’s not impossible, so be sure to try it once you’ve had a chance to practice at night.

Using the BewareMyVelvia Recipe for multiple-exposure photography was extremely enjoyable. It was really invigorating and inspiring! I had so much fun photographing with Tom, and I’m really looking forward to the next opportunity, whenever that happens. I want to give a big thank you to Tom Baumgaertel for allowing me to share his Recipe and technique—if you appreciate it, too, be sure to let him know in the comments! Below you’ll find a few more multiple-exposure example pictures.

Billboard – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Triple Exposure
DOE – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Triple Exposure
Tall Stripes – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Triple Exposure
Frontier Flight – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Quintuple Exposure
Rapid – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Triple Exposure
Burning Bush – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Triple Exposure
Pool – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Triple Exposure

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BewareMyVelvia — A Fujifilm Film Simulation Recipe for X-Trans IV & V

Posted on by Ritchie Roesch

Never be Invisible – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – BewareMyVelvia Recipe – Triple Exposure

I first met Tom Baumgaertel, a.k.a. bewaremyfuji, in 2024 at a Fujifilm creator’s retreat in New York. In the time since, we’ve been a part of a few other Fujifilm events, including leading a photowalk together in San Diego. We’ve kept in touch, and even met up for some street photography in L.A. once. Tom just drove out to Arizona this last weekend to lead two photowalks in Phoenix. We’ve wanted to do some sort of collaboration for awhile now, but it just wasn’t the right timing; however, we were able to get this project sorted out while Tom was out here.

Let’s get to some important notes right off the top. First, this is a two-part article—you’re reading Part 1 right now. You’ll find a Film Simulation Recipe below that Tom created and uses for his iconic multiple-exposure images, but Part 2 will explain how to use it to actually make multiple-exposure photographs. Second, this Recipe is intended as the ground floor. You are highly encouraged to experiment with it, modify it, and make it your own. Tom doesn’t strictly stick to it, but makes changes sometimes depending on the exact situation. His Recipe has evolved over time, and will likely continue to evolve. You are not only welcomed to make changes to it, but it is recommended that you do, as you practice more and more with multiple-exposure photography, so that it reflects your style and matches your specific photographic situations. All of the pictures in this article were made with the Recipe as-is, unmodified.

Lime City – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – BewareMyVelvia Recipe

You will notice that most of the example pictures are not multiple-exposures, but single-exposure images. This Recipe, which I’ve named BewareMyVelvia in honor of Tom’s social media handle, was created for and is intended for multiple-exposure photos; however, it works well for regular pictures, too. You don’t have to use it for its intended purpose. I saved most of the multiple-exposure images for Part 2, and that’s where you’ll find more example pictures.

Tom’s Recipe reminds me a lot of cross-processed Fujichrome Velvia 50, a low-ISO slide film made by Fujifilm. Cross-processing is developing film in chemistry other than what it’s supposed to be developed with. It can mean a lot of different things, but most commonly it’s E6 slide film developed in C41 negative film chemistry. Results can vary greatly, but Velvia 50 becomes more grainy and contrasty, with a strong color cast that is often yellow or green. I’ve included some examples of actual cross-processed Fujichrome Velvia 50 below, which I photographed way back in 2014.

Above: Fujichrome Velvia 50 35mm film that’s been cross-processed.

If you are after that cross-processed look, one modification that you might consider is increasing Grain to Strong/Large—or, at the very least, using higher ISOs (like 3200 or 6400), which can make the picture appear more grainy (see Abstract Reflections in the example images). Tom sets Grain to Off; personally, I like the texture of film grain, so I set it to Weak/Small. It’s completely up to you, though. Also, Tom prefers more Noise Reduction than I do, so he sets High ISO NR to 0; I set it to -4 because I want less of it. Again, feel free to choose whatever you want.

This Recipe is intended for night photography. Most commonly (but not exclusively), Tom begins shooting as the sun is going down, continues through “blue hour”, and goes well into the night. But you can use it in sunny daylight, too. There are many examples in this article of daytime use, such as the picture below. In my short experience with this Recipe, I find that it oftentimes works best for multiple-exposures near or after sunset, and it oftentimes works best for single-exposure images during daylight.

Ramada 6 – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – BewareMyVelvia Recipe

If you have a fourth or fifth generation X-series camera, which (as of this writing) are the Fujifilm X-Pro3, X100V, X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, X-T30 II, X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III, I invite you to give this Recipe a try today. You can also use it on the GFX100, GFX100S, GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF (for the GFX50S II, I recommend increasing Shadow by +0.5). Regarding typical exposure compensation, for multiple-exposure images, you’re likely to be more in the -1 to -3 range, but we’ll talk about that in Part 2.

Film Simulation: Velvia
Dynamic Range: DR200
Grain Effect: Weak, Small
Color Chrome Effect: Strong
Color Chrome FX Blue: Strong
White Balance: 6590K, -9 Red & 0 Blue
Highlight: +2
Shadow: +2
Color: +4
Sharpness: +1
High ISO NR: -4
Clarity: 0
ISO: Auto, up to ISO 6400
Exposure Compensation: 0 to +2/3 (typically)

Example photos, all camera-made JPEGs using this BewareMyVelvia Film Simulation Recipe on my Fujifilm X-T5:

Jaywalk – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Empty Parking Lot – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Downtown Police – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Tom at Night – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Triple Exposure
Bar – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Triple Exposure
Electric Train – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Triple Exposure
Squares – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Window Reflection Abstract – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Walking Reflection – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Composing on the Rear Screen – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Just Have Fun – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Stripes – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Abstract Reflections – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Urban Patios – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Unit – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Electric Towers – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Broken Saguaro – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Saguaro Behind Yellow Blossoms – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Abstract Palm Tree Reflections – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Tiny Hiker, Large Rocks – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Oasis – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Tom’s Silhouette – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Lime Mountains – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Southwest – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Sky Harbor Tower – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Urban Power Lines – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Uptown Sunset – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Tower Against the Yellow Light – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Last Light Over the Smoky Mountain – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

Part 2

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Comparing Six Film Simulation Recipes

Posted on by Ritchie Roesch

Red Barn – Ronks, PA – Fujifilm GFX100S II – Kodachrome 64

Yesterday I published Film-Like Recipes for Americana Pictures that’s good for Landscapes & Street Photography, in which I used the new Filter By Categories feature in the Fuji X Weekly App. By selecting Americana, Film-like, Landscapes, and Street, along with Filter By X-Trans V Sensor, I was presented with six Recipes: Kodachrome 64, Kodak Ultramax 400, Kodak Gold 200, Kodak Portra 800 v3, Summer of ’59, and Ektachrome E100. The intention of the article was simply to demonstrate how Filter By Categories can be a useful tool for finding Film Simulation Recipes that match your specific desired aesthetic and shooting situation. A heck-of-a-lot of work went into it, and it can be quite handy. It’s far from perfect, though, but hopefully it will only get better with time.

Someone asked for a direct comparison of the six Recipes from the article. That wasn’t really the intention of the post, but I understand why that could be helpful. I’ve had requests for years to photograph the same scene with each Recipe so that direct comparisons can be made (maybe something like the DPReview Studio Shot Comparison Tool, except with Recipes). That would be a daunting task to say the least, but I get why people might want that. Personally, I prefer to see how things work “in real life” in a variety of situations, and I don’t find test charts or static studio scenes to be particularly useful (or at least they tend to miss the most important things). I wanted to fulfill the request for a direct comparison for these six Recipes, so I reprocessed in-camera two exposures using each of the six Recipes. You’ll find those images below.

Ektachrome E100
Kodachrome 64
Kodak Ultramax 400
Kodak Gold 200
Kodak Portra 800 v3
Summer of ’59
Ektachrome E100
Kodachrome 64
Kodak Ultramax 400
Kodak Gold 200
Kodak Portra 800 v3
Summer of ’59

Interestingly enough, for my personal tastes, the Recipe that I liked best in the first set was one of my least favorites in the second set, and the Recipe that I liked least best in the first set was one of my favorites in the second set. The lighting and subject can make all of the difference. I don’t think a single Recipe exists that’s perfect for every subject and situation (obviously, some are more versatile than others), and that’s why most Fujifilm cameras have seven Custom Settings presets. With seven Recipes available at any given time, you are much more likely to have an excellent option for whatever you encounter. In the right light and for the right subject, each of these six could be a good choice; however, there are likely scenarios where each of these Recipes would not be good, some more than others.

The two Recipes in this article that are the most similar to each other are Kodachrome 64 and Kodak Ultramax 400. In sunny daylight, they can produce a difficult-to-distinguish (but not 100% identical) aesthetic; however, they differ more in other light situations, and are easier to tell apart. The one that’s the most divergent is Ektachrome E100. Kodak Portra 800 v3 and Summer of ’59 are the most warm, with Kodak Gold 200 not terribly far behind. Which of these six is your favorite? Let me know in the comments!

Film-Like Recipes for Americana Pictures that’s good for Landscapes & Street Photography

Posted on by Ritchie Roesch

One of the cool new features of the Fuji X Weekly App is Categories. There are a couple of ways to interact with and use Categories, one of which is only available to Patron subscribers, which is what we’re discussing in this article. For App Patrons, if you select Filter you can Filter By Category, in addition to all the other Filter options. This can really help you to hone in on Film Simulation Recipes for your specific situation and desired aesthetic. Let me illustrate.

Let’s say that you have a fifth-generation X-Trans camera, like the X100VI, X-T5, X-E5, etc., and you want a film-like aesthetic for Americana pictures that’s good for both landscape and street photography, you can find that. Simply Filter By your camera or sensor generation, and choose those Categories: Americana, Film-like, Landscapes, and Street. You can select as many or as few as you’d like—the more Categories you choose, the fewer results you’ll get. While you may not see a lot of options, the Film Simulation Recipes you do see will match your request pretty well. Let’s take a look at the results.

Kodachrome 64

Across the Grand Expanse – Grand Canyon, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Kodachrome 64

If there’s one film-like Recipe for Americana photography that’s good for both landscape and street photography, it’s Kodachrome 64. The film that this Recipe is based on is, of course, iconic. There are also versions for other cameras: X-Trans IV, X-T3/X-T30, and X-Trans II.

Kodak Ultramax 400

Grand Golden Hour – Grand Canyon, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Kodak Ultramax 400

This is one of those Recipes that seems to always work no matter the circumstance. If you’ve never tried the Kodak Ultramax 400 Recipe, you definitely should. There are also versions for X-Trans IV and X-Trans III + X-T3/X-T30.

Kodak Gold 200

Dodge Van Steering Wheel – Buena Park, CA – Fujifilm X-T5 – Kodak Gold 200

Kodak Gold 200 is a legendary film, so the inclusion of the Recipe that is based on it should not surprise anyone. There is also an X-Trans III + X-T3/X-T30 version.

Kodak Portra 800 v3

Motor Hotel – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Kodak Portra 800 v3

I find that Kodak Portra 800 v3 produces a similar aesthetic to some of the pictures in Kyle McDougall’s An American Mile series. The Recipe includes instructions for both X-Trans V and X-Trans IV cameras.

Summer of ’59

All Way Stop – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI – Summer of ’59

Summer of ’59 is currently a Fuji X Weekly App Patron Early-Access Recipe. Those that can Filter By Category can also view and use this Recipe; for everyone else, it will eventually become available once it has been replaced by a new Early-Access Recipe.

Ektachrome E100

Terminal Passenger – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T50 – Ektachrome E100

Ektachrome E100 is another App Patron Early-Access Recipe. It’s the most different of the six in this article. Like the previous one, this is currently only available to Patron subscribers, but it will eventually be available to everyone.

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Astia Negative — A Fuji X Weekly App Patron Early-Access Recipe

Posted on by Ritchie Roesch

Glowing Gold Leaves – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5 – Astia Negative

Nearly a year ago, at the beginning of 2025, I began a Recipe series with the intention of clearing up the backlog of Early-Access Recipes that have only been available to Fuji X Weekly App Patrons for years. I never intended for Early-Access Recipes to be unavailable to non-subscribers for so long, so I devised a plan to make one new Early-Access Recipe using each Film Simulation to expedite the process. I had hoped to get through most of the Film Simulations in 2025; while Provia and Velvia came together without too much trouble, I got stuck on Astia.

I started working on this Recipe early in the summer. My inspiration was some Provia 100F slides that I captured 20 years ago. Unfortunately, I got frustrated because, while I could get pretty close sometimes, most of the time it was off just enough that I considered my attempts as failures. It seemed like it was possible, but I always came up just short. So I shelved it for a few months, and didn’t try again until autumn. I gave myself a little more grace this time, deciding that it didn’t necessarily need to be accurate, only good. If the pictures captured using this Recipe looked nice, I should be satisfied with it. That’s how this Astia Negative Recipe evolved.

Phoenix Sunset – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5 – Astia Negative

Interestingly, just a few days ago, Dan Allen shared with me some pictures he had captured with Kodak’s new Kodacolor 100 35mm film. He told me that he got some “weird results” from the scans, which he tried to fix with post-processing. The images he shared with me had a striking resemblance to this Recipe. Not a 100% match by any means, but surprisingly similar nonetheless. Perhaps this could be thought of as a Recipe for the new Kodacolor 100 film that had unexpected results from scanning and were corrected in-post. Or it’s just a nice looking Recipe that occasionally has some resemblance to Fujichrome Provia 100F, but most often doesn’t.

What you can expect is a contrasty and colorful daylight-balanced aesthetic that leans slightly towards blue. It’s bold but not over-the-top. It tends to work best in slightly-warm low-contrast light, but it can look great in a variety of situations. While Astia tends to be a good option for portrait photography, this particular Recipe probably isn’t your best bet for that. For landscapes, it can be quite excellent.

Amber Leaves – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5 – Astia Negative

This Astia Negative Recipe is compatible with the Fujifilm X-Pro3, X100V, X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, X-T30 II, X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III cameras (in other words, all X-Trans IV and V cameras except for the X-T3 and X-T30). You can also use it on the GFX100, GFX100S, GFX100 II, GFX100S II, GFX100RF, and the GFX Eterna 55; for the GFX 50S II, I recommend increasing Shadow by +0.5. This is a Fuji X Weekly App Patron Early-Access Recipe, which means that it’s available today on the App to subscribers.

Example photographs, all camera-made JPEGs using this Astia Negative Film Simulation Recipe on a Fujifilm X-E5 and X100VI:

Hollow Face – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Golden Tree in Red Canyon – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Oak Leaves – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Bright Yellow Leaves – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Window to Nowhere – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Road through Dark Forest – Great Smoky Mountains NP, TN – Fujifilm X-E5
Tennessee Mountains – Gatlinburg, TN – Fujifilm X-E5
Old Shed – Gatlinburg, TN – Fujifilm X-E5
Just Around the Bend – Great Smoky Mountains NP, TN – Fujifilm X-E5
Vintage Car – Gatlinburg, TN – Fujifilm X-E5
Vibrant Autumn Trees – Gatlinburg, TN – Fujifilm X-E5
Bougainvillea Blossoms over Roof – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI
Sky Tram – Gatlinburg, TN – Fujifilm X-E5
Purple Patina – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI
Rosy Santa – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Sunshine Smile – Gatlinburg, TN – Fujifilm X-E5
Swirly – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Medieval Mist – Scottsdale, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI
Flying Horse – Scottsdale, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI
Orchestra – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Look at this Meme – Surprise, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI
Happy Holidays – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI

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Expired Kodak Vision2 250D — A Film Simulation Recipe for Fujifilm X-Trans IV & X-Trans V Cameras

Posted on by Ritchie Roesch

Dry Fountain Evening – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-E4 – Expired Kodak Vision2 250D

A Fuji X Weekly reader shared with me some scans of expired Kodak Vision2 250D motion picture film that he shot on a Canon camera and had developed using the ECN-2 process. The pictures were very interesting, and I thought it would be fun to recreate the aesthetic for my Fujifilm cameras. I don’t feel that this Recipe is a 100% perfect match, but it’s pretty darn close, and definitely has the right vibe.

Kodak made Vision2 250D, a daylight-balanced color negative motion picture film, from 1997 to 2005. It was replaced by the very similar Vision3 250D. I have two Film Simulation Recipes for Kodak Vision3 250D (here and here), which renders noticeably different than this Expired Kodak Vision2 250D Recipe. I doubt this will be anyone’s go-to option for everyday use, but it is a fun Recipe to use occasionally, especially if you like warm pictures. Some people enjoy purposely using expired film, and this Recipe—plus a handful of others, like Kodak Farbwelt 200 Expired, Kodak Gold Max 400 Expired, Expired Velvia, etc., etc.—allows you to replicate the experience with your Fujifilm camera.

Neighborhood Bougainvillea – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Expired Kodak Vision2 250D

For “newer” fourth-generation cameras—specifically, the X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, and X-T30 II—set Color Chrome FX Blue to Weak; for fifth-generation cameras, which are the X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III, set Color Chrome FX Blue to Off. Those with newer GFX models can use this Recipe, too. The Tone Curve options (Highlight and Shadow) are not included below because this Recipe uses D-Range Priority, which disables the Tone Curve plus Dynamic Range. Fuji X Weekly App Patron subscribers have had access to this Recipe for two years now, but it’s been replaced by a different Early-Access Recipe, so it’s now available to everyone.

Film Simulation: Eterna Bleach Bypass
D-Range Priority: DR-P Auto
Grain Effect: Weak, Small
Color Chrome Effect: Strong
Color Chrome FX Blue: Off (X-Trans V); Weak (X-Trans IV)
White Balance: 8700K, -4 Red & -3 Blue
Color: -2
Sharpness: -2
High ISO NR: -4
Clarity: -2
ISO: Auto, up to ISO 6400
Exposure Compensation: -1/3 to +2/3 (typically)

Example photographs, all camera-made JPEGs using this Expired Kodak Vision2 250D Film Simulation Recipe on my Fujifilm X-E4 and Fujifilm X-T5:

X-Trans IV

Sun Below the Trees and Above a Building – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-E4
Waterless Fountain Detail – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-E4
Fountain Corrosion – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-E4
Reflection & Leaves – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-E4
Architectural Abstract – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-E4
Four Trumpets – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-E4
Sunlight through Tree Leaves – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-E4
End of the Road – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-E4
Cactus Moon – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-E4

X-Trans V

Fresh Blooms, Fading Blooms – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Electric Wheels – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Empty Pathway, Empty Chairs – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Indoor Joy – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Concrete Shapes – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Sun-Kissed Shrub Leaves – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Garden Wall – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Stucco & Spanish Tiles – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
CVS Pharmacy – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Sunlit Bulb – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Red Vans – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Watering Pot – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Backyard Girl – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Happy Boy – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Bougainvillea & Blurry Tree – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Pink Oleander Blossoms – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Cactus Spikes – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Curious Dog – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Enjoying the Outdoors – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Sunstar through Leaves – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5
Arizona Sunset & Saguaro – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

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Top 25 Most Popular Film Simulation Recipes of 2025

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Golden Appalachian Light – Gatlinburg, TN – Fujifilm X-T5 – Classic Amber

I get asked fairly regularly which Film Simulation Recipes are the most popular. For me, this is a fascinating topic, but it’s definitely hard to know definitively. While I get a glimpse on social media, my best gauge is the Fuji X Weekly website statistics; specifically, which Recipe articles are viewed the most. I don’t collect any data on the Fuji X Weekly App, so that’s no help—although, if I did, it would likely offer the most accurate picture; however, it would still be impossible to know which Recipes people programmed into their Fujifilm cameras, or how often they used each. Perhaps a survey would be particularly useful, yet even it has its limitations. While certainly a flawed method, page-view website statics offer the best glimpse at which Film Simulation Recipes are the most popular, so that’s what I’m using for this article. These are simply the Top 25 most-viewed Recipes on the Fuji X Weekly website in 2025.

It’s been awhile since I did one of these articles—the last time was sixth months ago. There’s always some movement from month-to-month, but overall it’s pretty predictable. Taking a six-month view offers more clear picture than a 30-day snapshot. That’s why I waited until the end of the year before doing another. Even though it’s not December 31st, there’s unlikely to be any movement over the next two weeks, so it’s safe to conclude the order.

Pool Remnant – Rodanthe, NC – Fujifilm GFX100S II – Kodak Tri-X 400

Twenty four of the Recipes below were also in the Top 25 at the mid-point of 2025; twenty of them were in the Top 25 of 2024. The order did change a little, but otherwise it’s the usual suspects. Those Recipes with Kodak brand names in the title—Kodachrome, Portra, Gold, Tri-X, etc., etc.—are typically the most popular. Classic Chrome is the king of film simulations, as the majority of the most-viewed Recipes are based on that film simulation. Classic Negative and Reala Ace are battling for a distant second and third place. Acros, Eterna, and Nostalgic Neg. are neck-in-neck-in-neck for the fourth, fifth, and sixth positions.

Without any further delay, below are the most popular Recipes of 2025!

Top 25 Most Popular Film Simulation Recipes of 2025

#1:

Reggie’s Portra

Reggie’s Portra, which uses Classic Chrome, is now the number one top Film Simulation Recipe on Fuji X Weekly! It’s always been popular, but interest in this Recipe has soared this year. Last year it was in third place, pretty far behind first. In 2025, it edged out the long-time reigning champion. Reggie Ballesteros created it in 2022 by modifying my Kodak Portra 400 Recipe to better suit his style and needs. Of the various Portra Recipes, this is the most versatile, and the most popular for portrait photography. Reggie’s Portra is compatible with X-Trans IV and X-Trans V cameras.

#2:

Kodachrome 64

A Classic Chrome based Recipe for X-Trans IV cameras that was the long-time most popular Film Simulation Recipe for Fujifilm cameras on this website. It’s one of my personal favorites, and, really, a lot of people’s favorites. It moved down one position since 2024.

#3:

Vibrant Arizona

A Wes Anderson inspired Recipe based on Classic Chrome for X-Trans IV and X-Trans V cameras. It moved up one position since last year.

#4:

Kodak Gold 200

This is the X-Trans V version of Kodak Gold 200; the X-Trans III/IV version is found later in the list. The Kodak Gold 200 Recipes uses Classic Chrome. Ranked #15 last year, it has moved up quite significantly.

#5:

Kodak Portra 400 v2

This is the X-Trans V version of Kodak Portra 400 v2; the X-Trans IV version is found below. This is one of my personal favorites. It uses Classic Chrome. This Recipe climbed two positions since last year.

#6:

Kodak Portra 400 v2

A Classic Chrome based Recipe for X-Trans IV cameras that was the long-time #2 most-popular Recipe on Fuji X Weekly, including in 2024.

#7:

Kodak Tri-X 400

The Kodak Tri-X 400 Recipe, created by Anders Lindborg, is the long-time most popular B&W Recipe on Fuji X Weekly. It’s based on the Acros film simulation, and has compatibility with X-Trans III, X-Trans IV, and X-Trans V models. This is one of my absolute top-favorite Recipes. In 2024 it was ranked 10th.

#8:

Kodak Portra 800 v3

A Classic Chrome based Recipe for X-Trans IV and X-Trans V cameras. It climbed one position since last year.

#9:

Kodachrome 64

This is the X-Trans V version of Kodachrome 64. I use this Recipe quite often. It moved up four positions since last year.

#10:

CineStill 800T

This is an Eterna-based Recipe for X-Trans V cameras; however, it’s simply an adaptation of the X-Trans IV version that has been around awhile. This is the first Recipe in this list that doesn’t use Classic Chrome. In 2024 it was ranked 24, so it’s moved up quite a bit.

#11:

Pacific Blues

Pacific Blues is currently the most popular Classic Negative Recipe. This particular version is compatible with X-Trans IV models, but there’s also an X-Trans V version a little further down the list. This is another of my personal favorite Recipes. It fell three positions since last year.

#12:

Universal Negative

It’s probably unfair to include this Recipe in the list because it’s not one, but 14 Recipes. Its inclusion is a little unfair, but here it is. It’s intended to be used with the Film Dial, or with any X-Trans V camera by mapping Film Simulation to customizable button. I have no way of knowing which of the 14 are the most used. This Recipe was published in 2025.

#13:

Fujifilm Negative

This Recipe uses the Reala Ace film simulation, which means that it is compatible with X-Trans V cameras. It wasn’t in the Top 25 last year; it’s position remains unchanged since June.

#14:

Kodak Portra 400

This version of Kodak Portra 400, which uses Classic Chrome and is compatible with X-Trans IV cameras, was once commonly the third most popular Film Simulation Recipe on Fuji X Weekly. While it doesn’t rank nearly as high as it once did, it’s still quite popular. Last year it was ranked #6, so it has fallen quite significantly over the last year.

#15:

14 Film Dial Recipes

The Film Dial Recipe, which is for X-Trans V cameras with a Film Dial, is another one that’s a bit unfair to include since it is actually 14 Recipes. I have no idea which of them are the most used. This is another personal favorite. It climbed three spots since 2024.

#16:

Kodak Gold 200

Another Classic Chrome based Recipe, for use on X-Trans III models, plus the X-T3/X-T30. This one fell two positions since last year.

#17:

California Summer

This is currently the highest-ranked Recipe that uses the Nostalgic Neg. film simulation (not including Universal Negative or the Film Dial Recipe sets). It’s compatible with X-Trans V cameras. It fell one spot since June; it was unranked in 2024.

#18:

Reala Ace

Reala Ace, which is for X-Trans V cameras, predates the Reala Ace film simulation, and is based on Classic Negative. This is also a personal favorite Recipe. In 2024 it was ranked #5, so it has fallen a lot over the last year.

#19:

McCurry Kodachrome

This Recipe is reminiscent of scanned Kodachrome 64 slides, and is compatible with X-Trans IV cameras. It’s another Recipe that uses the Classic Chrome film simulation. It fell five spots since 2024.

#20:

Easy Reala Ace

This Recipe, which was created by Nathalie Boucry, uses the Reala Ace film simulation, which means it is compatible with X-Trans V cameras. It didn’t crack the Top 25 in 2024; it’s position remains unchanged since June.

#21:

Pacific Blues

This is the X-Trans V version of the Pacific Blues Recipe. Last year it was unranked; it’s climbed four spots since the mid point of this year. This is another personal favorite Recipe.

#22:

Classic Color

This Recipe uses Classic Chrome and is compatible with both X-Trans IV and X-Trans V models. Interestingly enough, Fujifilm has displayed two of my images (one was displayed twice) at events, and both were created using this Classic Color Recipe. It’s position remains unchanged since last year.

#23:

Vintage Kodachrome

Vintage Kodachrome, which is based on Classic Chrome, is one of the older Film Simulation Recipes on Fuji X Weekly (it was the fifth one published), and is compatible with X-Trans III cameras. It was ranked #11 in 2024, so it’s fallen quite significantly. Just a couple of months ago I stated that this was the most pivotal Recipe.

#24:

PRO Negative 160C

This was the first Recipe I published that uses the new Reala Ace film simulation. It’s fallen three spots since last year.

#25:

Fujicolor Super HG v2

A Classic Negative based Recipe co-created by Thomas Schwab that’s compatible with X-Trans V cameras (there’s also an X-Trans IV version). It was ranked #18 last year.

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Kodak Farbwelt 200 Expired — A Fujifilm Film Simulation Recipe for X-Trans V Cameras

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Orange Rocks – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm GFX100S II – Kodak Farbwelt 200 Expired

This Kodak Farbwelt 200 Expired Film Simulation Recipe comes courtesy of Thomas Schwab, who has created or co-created a number of excellent Film Simulation Recipes. Thomas told me that he loaded a roll of Kodak Farbwelt 200 that expired in 2004 into his Olympus Mju. After finishing the roll, he took it to a local lab, where he had it developed and printed (not scanned). He then developed this Recipe using X RAW Studio, comparing the results to the prints. “Some are very close,” he said, “others are a little off.” Either way, the results are excellent. Personally, I really love the aesthetic. Thank you, Thomas, for creating and sharing this Recipe!

I didn’t know what Kodak Farbwelt 200 was, I had to research it. Unfortunately, there’s not a lot of concrete information. Farbwelt apparently means color world, so a film like ColorPlus might seem like an obvious answer, but from what I could find, it seems that the answer is no, Farbwelt 200 is not ColorPlus 200. It likely is Gold 200, rebranded for the German market, sold mostly (but not exclusively) in Germany. It might be a slightly retooled version of Gold 200 specifically for that region, or it might be straight-up Gold 200, simply rebranded. Kodak released Farbwelt 200 in 2000 and discontinued it in 2012 or 2013. There was also an ISO 100, 400, and even 800 version of Kodak Farbwelt.

Autumn Trail – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5 – Kodak Farbwelt 200 Expired

The Kodak Farbwelt 200 Expired Recipe looks lovely, with soft warm tones. It’s like a memory of summertime. It reminds me a little of the 1970’s Summer Recipe, which is one of my favorites. It’s compatible with fifth-generation models, which are the Fujifilm X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III. It’s also compatible with the latest GFX cameras: GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF. For fourth-generation cameras, you can use this Recipe, but it will render slightly different (just a little), which you might like, so don’t be afraid to give it a try. One note I want to highlight: a little underexposure will help to keep the highlights in check.

Film Simulation: Classic Chrome
Dynamic Range: DR100
Grain Effect: Strong, Large
Color Chrome Effect: Weak
Color Chrome FX Blue: Strong
White Balance: 7500K, +1 Red & -4 Blue
Highlight: -2
Shadow: -2
Color: -3
Sharpness: -4
High ISO NR: -4
Clarity: -4
ISO: Auto, up to ISO 6400
Exposure Compensation: 0 to -1 1/3 (typically)

Example photographs, all camera-made JPEGs using this Kodak Farbwelt 200 Expired Film Simulation Recipe on a Fujifilm X-E5, X-T5, X100VI, X-S20, and GFX100S II:

Chainlink Gate – San Francisco, CA – Fujifilm X-S20 – Photo by Jon Roesch
Golden Gate – San Francisco, CA – Fujifilm X-S20 – Photo by Jon Roesch
Evening along the California Coast – Elk, CA – Fujifilm GFX100S II
Rocks over Sedona – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm GFX100S II
Sedona Panoramic – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm GFX100S II
Yellow Tree in Oak Creek Canyon – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Flower, Fence – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Dressed Western – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Photo by Amanda Roesch
Saguaro in the Desert – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI
Rural Irrigation – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm GFX100S II
Sunlit Fountain – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI
Stand In – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Photo by Amanda Roesch
Sunset over Canon Photographer – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI
Meeting Santa – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI
Suburban Sunset – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm GFX100S II
Christmas Train – Scottsdale, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5

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FRGMT B&W — A Fujifilm Film Simulation Recipe by Hiroshi Fujiwara

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Oak Creek in Monochrome – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5 – FRGMT B&W

A couple of weeks ago Fujifilm announced the GFX100RF Fragment Edition, a limited-edition version of the GFX100RF, which will only be available in Japan. The camera was modified by fashion designer, producer, and artist Hiroshi Fujiwara, the founder of Fragment. Interestingly, it comes preloaded with a Film Simulation Recipe by Hiroshi called FRGMT B&W, which is in the Film Simulation menu in lieu of the Monochrome Film Simulation. This is the first official Fujifilm Recipe, and the first (as far as I’m aware) by Hiroshi Fujiwara. Fujifilm published the details of this Recipe within the GFX100RF Fragment Edition announcement, which means that anyone can use it, and not just those in Japan who purchase the limited-edition camera.

When I saw this, I knew that some of you would want to try the FRGMT B&W Recipe, so I shared it. I wasn’t going to make it an “official” Fuji X Weekly Recipe or include it in the Fuji X Weekly App unless I had permission to do so from those involved. I reached out to Fujifilm and asked for permission, but I knew it was a long shot. My request was forwarded up the chain all the way to Japan. I didn’t think the odds were very good, but, perhaps as a Christmas miracle, the answer came back pretty quickly. To my shock, yes, I do have permission, both from Fujifilm and from Fragment, to publish this Recipe. Wow!

Cheers – Scottsdale, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5 – FRGMT B&W

It’s such an honor to get this permission, not only because it’s the first Recipe included in any of Fujifilm’s cameras, but also because it was created by Hiroshi Fujiwara. For those unaware, that’s a really big deal. Hiroshi has collaborated with Eric Clapton twice. He appeared on the big screen in Lost in Translation. If someone like Pharrell Williams created a Film Simulation Recipe and then gave me permission to include it on this website and in the Fuji X Weekly App, that would be fairly equivalent to this (obviously, there is only one Hiroshi Fujiwara).

The FRGMT B&W Recipe produces a contrasty and grainy black-and-white aesthetic. It reminds me of Ilford Delta 400 pushed one stop. I didn’t study or research that; it’s more of a “memory color” (as Fujifilm puts it) of using Ilford Delta 400 and push-processing it 25 years ago or so. I don’t believe this Recipe was intended to resemble any specific film or process, but if you were to ask me what film this Recipe most closely mimics, it’s Ilford Delta 400 pushed one stop. Again, that’s not based on research, but just what I remember from way back in my film days.

Shadow Shapes – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm GFX100S II – FRGMT B&W

With the exception of the X-T3 and X-T30, this FRGMT B&W Recipe is compatible with all of the fourth and fifth generation models: Fujifilm X-Pro3, X100V, X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, X-T30 II, X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III. It’s also compatible with the GFX100S, GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF. Because this Recipe uses Clarity set to something other than 0, there is a short storing pause after capturing a photo, with a similar delay as advancing to the next frame on a film camera. I want to give a big shoutout to both Fujifilm and Fragment for allowing me to publish this, and also to Hiroshi Fujiwara for creating it. Thank you!

Film Simulation: Acros (including +Ye, +R, or +G)
Monochromatic Color (Toning): WC 0 & MG 0 (Off)
Dynamic Range: DR-Auto
Grain Effect: Strong, Large
Color Chrome Effect: Off
Color Chrome FX Blue: Off
White Balance: Auto, 0 Red & 0 Blue
Highlight: +4
Shadow: +2
Sharpness: -4
High ISO NR: -4
Clarity: +5
ISO: Auto, up to ISO 12800
Exposure Compensation: 0 to +2/3 (typically) — Hiroshi says +1/3

Example photographs, all camera-made JPEGs captured using this FRGMT B&W Film Simulation Recipe on a Fujifilm X-E5, X-T5 and GFX100S II:

Notice – Gatlinburg, TN – Fujifilm X-E5
Regular – Gatlinburg, TN – Fujifilm X-E5
Abandoned Gas Pumps – Gatlinburg, TN – Fujifilm X-E5
Mercedes-Benz – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Broken Shelving – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
West Fork – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Fujifilm Photographer – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Monochrome Leaves – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Flowing Creek – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm X-E5
Lost Creek, Found – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm GFX100S II
Creek in the Desert – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm GFX100S II
Rural Water – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm GFX100S II
Supai – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm GFX100S II
Rocks in the Sky – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm GFX100S II
Pirate – Sedona, AZ – Fujifilm GFX100S II
Classic Design – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm GFX100S II
The Man in Black & White – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – by Amanda Roesch
Tall Bank, Empty Lot – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

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Reggie’s Portra in X-Trans V Cameras

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A Girl and Her Horse – Litchfield Park, AZ – Fujifilm X-T4 – Reggie’s Portra

It’s been interesting to watch Reggie’s Portra Recipe grow in popularity over the years. It was created by Reggie Ballesteros (website, YouTube, Instagram), and I published it in the summer of 2022 with his permission. I’m not sure where it ranked in 2022, but it didn’t crack the Top 10. In 2023 it was the 9th most popular. It climbed to #3 in 2024. This year, Reggie’s Portra is the number one most popular Film Simulation Recipe on Fuji X Weekly, just edging out Kodachrome 64, which was the long-time reigning champion.

A few days ago, Reggie posted a video on YouTube explaining what changes, if any, he has made to the Recipe for use in 2025. When it was made, Reggie’s Portra was for X-Trans IV cameras, but now we’re well into the fifth-generation. So what adjustments did he make? I’ve included the video below, so that you can watch it for yourself.

Not trying to give away the answer, but the short of it is that Reggie doesn’t adjust anything. He uses the same exact Reggie’s Portra settings on fifth-generation models as he did on fourth-generation X-series cameras. He doesn’t make any adjustments whatsoever. The only change is the diffusion filter that he often uses.

On the Fuji X Weekly App, I’ve only included Reggie’s Portra as compatible with X-Trans IV models, specifically the Fujifilm X-Pro3, X100V, X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, and X-T30 II (as well as the GFX100S). I didn’t include fifth-generation cameras (X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III, as well as GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF) because, on those cameras, there are some aesthetic differences—the largest being how deeply the color blue is rendered on certain film simulations, including Classic Chrome. It’s quite similar, but not identical; however, there is a simple fix to get them to be more similar: reduce Color Chrome FX Blue by one.

Jon Dressed Up – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T4 – Reggie’s Portra – by Amanda Roesch

The difference between Color Chrome FX Blue Weak and Off is pretty subtle. If you’re not comparing photos side-by-side, you probably won’t even notice (even when directly comparing, you still might not see the difference immediately). It’s honestly not a big deal, but, if you’re trying to get Reggie’s Portra to most closely match the X-Trans IV results on a fifth-generation camera, then adjusting Color Chrome FX Blue from Weak to Off will do that. This is an adjustment that I make personally, and one that I recommend; however, there’s nothing wrong with not making that small change. Feel free to set Color Chrome FX Blue to Weak (as called for in the Recipe and as Reggie himself does it) or Off (as I do) on the Fujifilm X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, and X-T30 III cameras, as well as the GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF. Either way works.

People have asked me why I haven’t updated Reggie’s Portra in the App for X-Trans V cameras, and the answer is simple: it’s not my Recipe to make a change to. It belongs to Reggie Ballesteros, and I certainly didn’t want to step on his toes by modifying it. Now that he has clarified how he uses it on fifth-generation cameras, I have updated the App to reflect that. It now shows in the Fuji X Weekly App as compatible with the latest cameras. It won’t render exactly the same as on X-Trans IV, but pretty similar—not enough of a difference to be concerned about (only very subtly divergent). I want to close this out by giving a shoutout to Reggie. His Recipe is great—both my wife and I use it ourselves. It’s a real honor to have it available to you on Fuji X Weekly. If you’ve never tried it, well, it’s almost a right of passage at this point, so be sure to program it into your camera today.

Dodge – Boulder, CO – Fujifilm X100VI – Reggie’s Portra

10 Fujifilm Recipes for a 1980’s Aesthetic

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Red Barn – Ronks, PA – Fujifilm GFX100S II – Kodachrome 64

Last week I published 10 Fujifilm Recipes for a 1970’s Aesthetic, which I think a number of you appreciated. It seemed to be an especially well-liked article. Thomas H commented, “This theme of a collection using the look of films from a certain era or decade is very inspirational. Somehow for me this approach unlocks the mood of film looks in a more ‘accessible’ way by showing the style of a decade rather than as before showing lots of different looks that are possible with a particular sensor generation.” Well, let’s do it again!

This time we’re going to look at the 1980’s. It will require as to hop into our DeLorean, put Huey Lewis in the tape deck, and hit 88 miles per hour. I was born in 1980—great Scott!—so I have a lot of memories of the decade, especially the latter half, but I was not a photographer yet—not for awhile. I only have family photo albums, vintage magazines, and internet archives to guide the way.

Outatime – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Kodak Royal Gold 400

You’ll notice that the majority of the Recipes below use Classic Chrome, and that’s because Classic Chrome is intended to replicate documentary photography found in photojournalism publications in the ’80’s and ’90’s. Fujifilm looked very closely at Kodachrome and Ektachrome photographs. Because of this, Classic Chrome has a distinct Kodak palette. Kodak dominated film sales during the 1980’s, so it makes sense that this film simulation would dominate Recipes intended to mimic the look of that era.

There’s a lot of Film Simulation Recipes that could potentially give an ’80’s look. The list below is not intended to be comprehensive, nor is it intended to be the “best 10” or a ranking of Recipes. It’s simply 10 that I believe will give you a 1980’s aesthetic, if that’s something you’re looking for.

Kodachrome 64

Across the Grand Expanse – Grand Canyon, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Kodachrome 64

Kodachrome 64 was the iconic film of the 1980’s. It’s the third (and final) era of Kodachrome, introduced in the mid-1970’s and discontinued in 2009. That means it’s just as much a 1970’s, 1990’s, and 2000’s look as it is a 1980’s; however, it would be wrong to exclude it from this era, in my opinion, so that’s why it’s here. I shot many rolls of Kodachrome 64 in the late-1990’s and early-2000’s. It was a very sad day when Kodak announced its discontinuation. The Recipe linked above is specifically for fifth-generation X-Trans and the latest GFX, there’s also a version for X-Trans IV, the X-T3/X-T30, and X-Trans II.

Urban Dreams

Protect our Wildlife – San Simeon, CA – Fujifilm X100V – Urban Dreams

This one might initially seem odd because 1) the Recipe has a weird name and 2) it’s not specifically intended as a 1980’s look. So why is it here? Urban Dreams produces a look somewhat similar to Kodachrome 200, a high-ISO version of Kodachrome introduced in 1986 and discontinued in 2006. It was never as popular as Kodachrome 64 or even Kodachrome 25, but it was certainly a well-used film during the latter half of the 1980’s.

Kodacolor

Jon’s ’80’s Era – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T30 – Kodacolor

Probably the most obvious 1980’s Film Simulation Recipe is Kodacolor. Kodak used the Kodacolor name for many different emulsions beginning in 1942 and continuing to today. While not nearly as recognizable as Kodachrome or Tri-X, it’s just as historic, if not more so. In the 1970’s and 1980’s, Kodacolor was the most popular line of color films in the world. Kodacolor II (early in the decade) and Kodacolor VR (beginning in 1982) were common in the 1980’s. This Recipe is reminiscent of Kodacolor VR. The Kodacolor Recipe is for X-Trans III cameras plus the X-T3 and X-T30, but there’s also a version for X-Trans II.

Kodacolor VR

Ken Rockwell at the Coast – Morro Bay, CA – Fujifilm X-E4 – Kodacolor VR

This is similar to the Kodacolor Recipe above, but more resembles Kodacolor VR that’s expired or has been improperly handled.

Kodacolor VR 200

Toyota – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm GFX100S II – Kodacolor VR 200

This Recipe, which was created by Thomas Schwab, resembles faded prints captured with Kodacolor VR 200 film. Kodak introduced Kodacolor VR 200 in 1982 and discontinued it in 1986, when it was replaced by Kodacolor VR Plus 200, which was only slightly different.

Kodak Gold 200

Field of Gold – Flagstaff, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Kodak Gold 200

Kodak introduced Gold in 1986 as Kodacolor VR-G. They changed the name to Kodacolor Gold in 1988, and it wasn’t until the 1990’s that they dropped the “Kodacolor” name from the packaging. Kodak still makes Gold 200, but the emulsion has been updated many times since 1986. While this Recipe isn’t intended to replicate “Kodacolor VR-G” or “Kodacolor Gold” specifically, it nonetheless produces an aesthetic that can be convincing as a late-1980’s look.

1981 Kodak

Founders – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – 1981 Kodak

The 1981 Kodak Recipe was modeled after some old family pictures found in a photo box. These prints were made in July of 1981—a date stamped on the back—and printed on Kodak paper. The other technical details are unknown, but most likely they were captured with a cheap point-and-shoot of some sort with Kodacolor II film. Due to age and improper storage, the prints are faded, with a pronounced warm cast, and colors overall less vibrant than they once were.

Emulsion ’86

Don’t Climb on the Bikes – Oceanside, CA – Fujifilm X-T5 – Emulsion ’86

This Recipe produces a picture aesthetic that is reminiscent of photos of Expo ’86, a World’s Fair that was in Vancouver, Canada (interestingly, that was the last World’s Fair in North America). I actually went to it, but only remember a little because I was six-years-old. For some reason, the floating McDonald’s is what I remember the most.

Fujicolor Super HG

Beached Ship – Fort Stevens SP, OR – Fujifilm X-E4 – Fujicolor Super HG

Fujifilm introduced Fujicolor Super HG in 1986, and discontinued the film in the 1990’s. This Recipe was invented by Thomas Schwab, and it does an excellent job at replicating the look of Fujicolor film from that era.

Kodak T-Max 100

Power, Lines – Nashville, TN – Fujifilm X100VI – Kodak T-Max 100 Hard Tone – Photo by Jon Roesch

I didn’t include any B&W films in the 1970’s article, which was a massive oversight on my part. Not wanting to make that same mistake, I made sure to include one in this list. Actually this is two Recipes, both made by Dan Allen: Kodak T-Max 100 Hard Tone and Kodak T-Max 100 Soft Tone. Kodak introduced T-Max in 1986, and it was immediately a huge hit. The film is still manufactured today, so it could just as easily be a 1990’s, 2000’s, 2010’s or 2020’s aesthetic.

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