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3 Must-Try Fujifilm Recipes For Beginners

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

Two weeks ago when I published 3 Must-Try Fujifilm Recipes, I noted that the idea for the article came from Dan Bailey, who I met in-person at Fujikina NYC last month. When people are new to Fujifilm cameras and Film Simulation Recipes, it’s difficult to know where to begin. There are over 400 Recipes on the Fuji X Weekly website and in the App, and figuring out which ones to use first can be overwhelming. Dan suggested that people should start with just three. Finding and programming seven Recipes can be a lot; however, a list of only three Recipes is a lot easier for the newcomer, and a great way to get your feet wet. After that, if you want to try others, you can add one or two (or up to four) more if you’d like.

Dan’s idea is that there could be many different groups of three Recipes, with various styles or use-cases in mind. Maybe one could be for a 1970’s aesthetic. Perhaps another is for portrait photographers. Another could be for your summer vacation. The potential ideas are endless! And, he suggested, that various photographers could come up with their own lists. This is the very first of those lists from a photographer other than myself, and it’s by Thomas Schwab, who has created or co-created a bunch of different Recipes on Fuji X Weekly. Thanks, Thomas, for sharing this with all of us! The Recipes below are his suggestions for someone new to Fujifilm and photography.

Kodachrome 64

“At the top in position C1,” Thomas told me, “is Kodachrome 64. Why? It always fits no matter the situation! If in doubt about the Daylight White Balance, simply use Auto Ambiance instead. The results have never disappointed me. Of course, it is best in sunny weather, which means that everyone will have their own sense of success at the beginning. Although an allrounder, it shows its strengths at street photography.”

Kodak Vericolor VPS

“In second place,” he said, “I would put Kodak Vericolor VPS. It has significantly stronger saturation in the colors, and is especially suitable in autumn and for hiking in nature. For me, it’s always a favorite!”

FRGMT B&W

“Of course,” Thomas stated, “a black and white Recipe should not be missing and is therefore in third place. While I struggled to like this Recipe at first, I was finally able to make friends with FRGMT B&W on the Fujifilm GFX100RF!”

AgfaChrome RSX II 200 Expired

*Lock on the Neckar, Heidelberg – Fujifilm GFX100RF – FRGMT B&W – Photo by Thomas Schwab*

“Alternatively,” he added, “AgfaChrome RSX II 200 Expired could be in second place, or a bonus Recipe for C4. From my point of view, with overcast skies or rain, it creates wonderful atmospheric images.”

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AgfaChrome RSX II 200 Expired — A Film Simulation Recipe for 5th-Gen Fujifilm Cameras

Posted on 15 Days Ago by Ritchie Roesch

*Time for Meadow Gold* – Tulsa, OK – Fujifilm X-E5 – AgfaChrome RSX II 200 Expired

This new Fujifilm Recipe comes courtesy of Thomas Schwab, who has created or co-created a number of wonderful Recipes on this website, including several that are personal favorites of mine. It’s a real honor to publish another: AgfaChrome RSX II 200 Expired. Thank you for allowing me to share it on Fuji X Weekly!

While this Recipe was a collaboration between the two of us, I only contributed a small amount, so I want to give Thomas the credit. He was specifically aiming for a grainy, desaturated, film-like look, yet he wanted it to be versatile—a good option for portraits, landscapes, cityscapes, and street—especially during Germany’s rainy autumn months, but also on sunny days, and even in artificial light and at night. Essentially, this needed to be a highly stylized Recipe that could do it all. Thomas was initially inspired by the “et b St.10” Recipe by Kazuki Matsunaga, but modified it to better suite his style, subjects, and situations. I would call this a variant of Kazuki’a Recipe, with a number of notable modifications; however, the core idea basically remains, so I want to give a shout-out to him and provide a link to his Recipe so you can find the original.

*Red Church Doors* – Springfield, MO – Fujifilm X-E5 – AgfaChrome RSX II 200 Expired

We named this “AgfaChrome RSX II 200 Expired” because we discovered some examples of AgfaChrome RSX II 200 slide film that was shot about two decades after its expiration, which had a similar aesthetic to this Recipe. Agfa made RSX II 200 from 1998 to 2005. Regarding the pictures that were similar, I believe (although this is merely a guess) that the film was stored incorrectly, perhaps left in a hot car before development. Whatever the case, this Recipe is not representative of “normal” AgfaChrome RSX II 200 film, and is more of a “lomo” look. This AgfaChrome RSX II 200 Expired Recipe is compatible with fifth-generation Fujifilm cameras, which are the X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, X-M5, X-E5, X-T30 III, GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF. You can also use it on the X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, X-T30 II, and GFX100S, but it will look very slightly different (try it anyway).

Film Simulation: Eterna Bleach Bypass
Grain Effect: Strong, Small
Color Chrome Effect: Off
Color Chrome FX Blue: Strong
White Balance: Auto Ambiance Priority, +3 Red & -5 Blue
Dynamic Range: DR-Auto
Highlight: -1.5
Shadow: +0.5
Color: -2
Sharpness: +1
High ISO NR: -4
Clarity: +3
ISO: Auto, up to ISO 6400
Exposure Compensation: -1/3 to +2/3 (typically)

Example photographs, all camera-made JPEGs using this AgfaChrome RSX II 200 Expired Film Simulation Recipe on my Fujifilm X-T5, X-E5 & GFX100RF:

*Katz’s on Ludlow* – New York, NY – Fujifilm GFX100RF

*Manhattan Night* – New York, NY – Fujifilm X-T5

*Waiting for the Subway Train* – New York, NY – Fujifilm X-T5

*Chandeliers* – New York, NY – Fujifilm X-T5

*Gnocchi on 9th* – New York, NY – Fujifilm GFX100RF

*Boxes on a Dolly* – New York, NY – Fujifilm GFX100RF

*Motorcycle & Mattress* – New York, NY – Fujifilm GFX100RF

*Ruili Food Company* – New York, NY – Fujifilm GFX100RF

*Street Photographer* – New York, NY – Fujifilm GFX100RF

*Shoefiti* – New York, NY – Fujifilm GFX100RF

*Jim Moot’s Car* – Miller, MO – Fujifilm X-E5

*Chevy Headlights* – Atlanta, IL – Fujifilm X-E5

*General Sherman* – New York, NY – Fujifilm X-T5

*Devils Elbow Bridge* – Devils Elbow, MO – Fujifilm X-E5

*Sunstar in Central Park* – New York, NY – Fujifilm X-T5

*Light Pouring Over Pond* – New York, NY – Fujifilm X-T5

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

Posted on December 9 by Ritchie Roesch

*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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Kodacolor VR 200 — Fujifilm X-Trans V Film Simulation Recipe

Posted on April 16, 2025 by Ritchie Roesch

*Coastal Arches* – Charleston, SC – Fujifilm X-S20 – Kodacolor VR 200 – Photo by Jonathan Roesch

Kodak used the Kodacolor brand name for various emulsions going back to the 1940’s and continuing through the 1980’s. This new Film Simulation Recipe mimics a version called Kodacolor VR 200 (not to be confused with Kodacolor VR Plus 200, the predecessor to ColorPlus 200) that was introduced in 1982 and discontinued in 1986. It has a bit of a faded color aesthetic, like old prints from 40 years ago not quite stored correctly in a photo album. It’s not a Recipe for everyday use, but it’s great for specific situations where you want strong contrast, low saturation, and a retro look. In the right settings, this Recipe produces striking results with a distinct analog feel.

The Kodacolor VR 200 Recipe was emailed to me by Thomas Schwab, who has created or co-created a number of Film Simulation Recipes on this website. My Kodacolor 200 Recipe for X-Trans II cameras was his starting point; however, he modified it quite extensively using the newer options to get these results. I want to give a special thank you to Thomas for creating the Kodacolor VR 200 Recipe, and allowing me to share it will you all. Both myself and my son, Jonathan, had a lot of fun using Recipe on our Fujifilm cameras. Thank you, Thomas!

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

The Kodacolor VR 200 Recipe is compatible with all fifth-generation X-Trans cameras, which (as of this writing) are the Fujifilm X-H2s, X-H2, X-T5, X-S20, X100VI, X-T50, and X-M5. It’s also compatible with the latest GFX models, which (as of this writing) are the Fujifilm GFX100 II, GFX100S II, and GFX100RF. You can use this on some fourth-generation X-Trans cameras, namely the X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, and X-T30 II (not the X-T3, X-T30, X-Pro3 and X100V, unfortunately), as well as the GFX100S, by setting Color Chrome FX Blue to Strong.

Film Simulation: Classic Chrome
Dynamic Range: DR200
Grain Effect: Weak, Large
Color Chrome Effect: Strong
Color Chrome FX Blue: Weak
White Balance: 3000K, +8 Red & -8 Blue
Highlight: +1.5
Shadow: +2.5
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 captured using this Kodacolor VR 200 Film Simulation Recipe on a Fujifilm X100VI, X-S20, and GFX100S II:

*Shell Gas Station* – Bisbee, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI

*Old Yellow Car* – Bisbee, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI

*Blue & Rust Chevy* – Bisbee, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI

*Old Lady Truck* – Bisbee, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI

*Old Truck, Old Town* – Bisbee, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI

*Arizona Thunder* – Bisbee, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI

*Parked on Erie St* – Bisbee, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI

*Water* – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm GFX100S II

*Old Television* – Bisbee, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI

*Mannequin* – Bisbee, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI

*Evergreen Under Bridge* – Charleston, SC – Fujifilm X-S20 – Photo by Jonathan Roesch

*Construction Corner* – Goodyear, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI

*Cardinal* – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-S20 – Photo by Jonathan Roesch

*Concrete Pipes* – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-S20 – Photo by Jonathan Roesch

*Cross Here* – Goodyear, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI

*Air/Water* – Goodyear, AZ – Fujifilm X100VI

*Hot Air Balloon at Night* – Goodyear, AZ – Fujifilm X-S20 – Photo by Jonathan Roesch

*Harkins* – Goodyear, AZ – Fujifilm GFX100S II

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Kodak Portra 160 v2 — Fujifilm X-T5 (X-Trans V) Film Simulation Recipe

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Ritchie Roesch

*Yellow Aspen Forest* – Flagstaff, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Kodak Portra 160 v2 Recipe

At the very moment that I was finishing up my Kodak Portra 160 Film Simulation Recipe for X-Trans IV cameras, Thomas Schwab, who has created or co-created a number of Recipes on this website, sent me a modification that he made of the “old” Kodak Portra 160 Recipe (for X-Trans III plus the X-T3 & X-T30 cameras) to make it compatible with X-Trans V models. Clear as mud? Let me retry. This new Kodak Portra 160 v2 Recipe was modified by Thomas from the Kodak Portra 160 Recipe published in 2020 so as to be compatible with X-Trans V cameras. Plus he gave it a tune-up. Excitedly, I programmed this new version into my Fujifilm X-T5; however, I had several other projects going on, so it took a little time to get this one out. Thomas Schwab did a great job of updating the old version, and the results speak for themselves. I want to give Thomas a special “thank you” for his work and willingness to share!

Kodak introduced the Portra line in 1998, with two ISO 160 versions, two ISO 400 versions, and an ISO 800 emulsion (plus a short-lived ISO 100 Tungsten film, for those keeping score). Portra saw a couple of updates by Kodak, and in late-2010 the two ISO 160 versions were merged into one, as well as the two ISO 400 versions. Originally, Kodak Portra 160 came in “NC” (neutral color) and “VC” (vivid color) versions; Portra 160 NC was more popular for portraits and Portra 160 VC was more popular for landscapes. When Kodak merged the two, it fell kind of in-between the two emulsions—more vibrant than NC but less than VC. This Film Simulation Recipe is more similar to the merged Portra 160 that Kodak introduced in 2010. The film has become iconic, with its warm yet natural colors. As the name implies, it was meant for portrait photography, but is popular for many genres.

*Shell Gas Station* – Phoenix, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5 – Kodak Portra 160 v2 Recipe

This Kodak Portra 160 v2 Film Simulation Recipe is compatible with fifth-generation X-Trans cameras, which (as of this writing) are the X-H2, X-H2s, X-T5, and X-S20 (yes, the X-S20). With one modification—setting Color Chrome FX Blue to Strong instead of Weak—this Recipe is also compatible with most fourth-generation X-Trans cameras: X-Pro3, X100V, X-T4, X-S10, X-E4 & X-T30 II. This can also be used on newer GFX models, but it will render slightly different (try it anyway).

Film Simulation: Classic Chrome
Grain Effect: Weak, Small
Color Chrome Effect: Weak
Color Chrome FX Blue: Weak
White Balance: Daylight, +4 Red & -5 Blue
Dynamic Range: D-Range Priority (DR-P) Auto
Color: 0
Sharpness: -1
High ISO NR: -4
Clarity: -2
ISO: Auto, up to ISO 6400
Exposure Compensation: +1/3 to +1 (typically)

Example photographs, all camera-made JPEGs using this Kodak Portra 160 v2 Film Simulation Recipe on my Fujifilm X-T5:

*Smokey Sunset* – Flagstaff, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

*Mountainous Contemplations* – Flagstaff, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

*Siblings* – Flagstaff, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

*Backlit Boy in Autumn* – Flagstaff, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

*Jonathan Using RitchieCam* – Flagstaff, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

*Golden Hour, Golden Trees* – Flagstaff, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

*Deer in the Meadow* – Flagstaff, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

*Yellow Aspen Tree Tops* – Flagstaff, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

*Yellow Aspens behind Green Pine* – Flagstaff, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

*Leaves & Needles* – Flagstaff, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

*Autumn Joy* – Flagstaff, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

*Bougainvillea Pink* – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

*Endless Blue & Palms* – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

*Dusk in the Suburbs* – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

*Frisbee Golf* – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

*Yard Palm* – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

*Palm Behind Bougainvillea* – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

*Two-Trunked Saguaro* – Buckeye, AZ – Fujifilm X-T5

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[Not] My Fujifilm X Urban Vintage Chrome Film Simulation Recipe

Posted on August 24, 2019 by Ritchie Roesch

Refine – North Salt Lake, UT – Fujifilm X-T30 & Fujinon 90mm f/2 – “Urban Vintage Chrome”

Fuji X Weekly reader Thomas Schwab recently shared with me a film simulation recipe that he created. He calls it “Urban Vintage Chrome” because it has a classic analog aesthetic, it’s based on the Classic Chrome film simulation, and it pairs especially well with urban scenes. I tried it out and was highly impressed with the results. Thomas agreed to let me share it on this blog, and even allowed me to use some of his pictures in the article.

What the Urban Vintage Chrome recipe reminds me of is Bleach Bypass, which is a technique where, during development, you fully or partially skip the bleach. It increases contrast and grain and decreases saturation. The results can vary depending on the film used and how exactly it’s developed, but generally speaking this recipe produces a look that is similar to it, or at least the closest straight-out-of-camera that I’ve seen. It’s compatible with all Fujifilm X-Trans III and IV cameras.

Hazy Rural Sunset – Woods Cross, UT – Fujifilm X-T30 & 90mm – “Urban Vintage Chrome”

Classic Chrome
Dynamic Range: DR200
Highlight: 0
Shadow: +2
Color: -4
Sharpening: 0
Noise Reduction: -4
Grain: Weak
Color Chrome Effect: Off
White Balance: 4300K, -1 Red & -3 Blue
ISO: Auto, up to ISO 3200
Exposure Compensation: +1/3 to +2/3 (typically)

I want to give big “thank you” to Thomas for sharing this recipe and allowing me to use some of his photographs in this article. I really appreciate it! Be sure to show your appreciation in the comments!

Example photographs using this film simulation recipe: