Recipex-trans-ivETERNA

1981 Kodak

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Sample framesStraight out of camera

See how it looks before you set it.

Two vintage Volkswagen vans parked on green grass under palm trees, with one van's door open.

A woman holding a drink stands in front of a vibrant market stall filled with textiles and clothing.

A vibrant street scene with colorful stalls and flowers in a bustling market.

A vintage red car with racing stripes parked on green grass near a tent, with a child walking nearby.

Unedited JPEGs from x-trans-iv bodies — straight out of camera.

Section 01

Full settings

Enter every value below into a Custom (C1-C7) preset on your camera. The order matches the in-camera Edit/Save Custom Setting menu on x-trans-iv bodies.

Parameter	Value	Copy
Film Simulation	Eterna
Dynamic Range	DR200
Highlight	0
Shadow	+4
Color	-4
Sharpness	-2
Noise Reduction	-4
Clarity	-4
Grain Effect	Strong
Grain Size	Small
Color Chrome FX	Strong
Color Chrome FX Blue	Off
Monochromatic Color	WC 0 / MG 0
White Balance	Daylight
WB Shift	R +7 / B -7
ISO	up to ISO 6400
Exposure Compensation	-1/3 to +1/3

Section 02

Compatibility

Designed for x-trans-iv and gfx sensors. Tested on the bodies below.

Sensors

Cameras

Shooting notes

When this recipe shines.

This recipe shines in cinematic settings and low-light environments, thanks to the DR200 dynamic range and strong grain. The strong color chrome effect adds depth to your colors, making it ideal for video work. Avoid overexposing your highlights, as the highlight setting is at 0, which can lead to loss of detail in bright areas.

Tune it further

Three tweaks worth trying.

Enhance skin tones

Lower color to -3 and clarity to -3 for smoother skin tones in portraits.

Add more contrast

Increase shadows to 5 and highlights to +1 for a punchier look.

Soften the image

Adjust sharpness to -1 and noise reduction to -2 for a more film-like softness.

Film stock vibe

If this were a film…

This recipe closely resembles the muted tones and grain structure of Kodak Vision3 500T film, making it ideal for cinematic applications.

FAQ

About this recipe.

This recipe performs well in soft, diffused light, such as during golden hour or in overcast conditions, enhancing the muted aesthetic.

The strong grain strength can add a vintage feel to your videos, but be mindful of how it may impact detail in high-motion scenes.

It's not best suited for punchy daylight due to its low color setting (-4); consider a different recipe for vibrant outdoor shots.

With a Daylight white balance and a shift of +7 red and -7 blue, this recipe creates a warm tone, which may not be ideal for cooler scenes.

This recipe is specifically designed for X-Trans IV sensors and GFX series, so ensure you have one of the compatible models.

Using DR200 helps retain detail in shadows while controlling highlights, making it suitable for scenes with a wide tonal range.

Writing notes for this recipe…