Recipex-trans-vNOSTALGIC NEG.

Americana Film

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Sample framesStraight out of camera

See how it looks before you set it.

A small delivery truck parked near a fountain in a plaza with palm trees and a large building in the background.

A cozy indoor seating area with elegant chairs and a round table, surrounded by arched windows.

A historic building with arched windows and a clear blue sky in the background.

A decorative chandelier hanging from a star-shaped skylight in a ceiling.

Unedited JPEGs from x-trans-v 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-v bodies.

Parameter	Value	Copy
Film Simulation	Nostalgic Neg.
Dynamic Range	DR400
Highlight	0
Shadow	-2
Color	-2
Sharpness	-2
Noise Reduction	-4
Clarity	0
Grain Effect	Strong
Grain Size	Small
Color Chrome FX	Strong
Color Chrome FX Blue	Strong
Monochromatic Color	WC 0 / MG 0
White Balance	Custom Kelvin (4000K)
WB Shift	R 0 / B -5
ISO	up to ISO 6400
Exposure Compensation	-1/3 to +2/3

Section 02

Compatibility

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

Sensors

Cameras

Shooting notes

When this recipe shines.

This Americana Film recipe shines in soft, warm light, perfect for capturing nostalgic and faded scenes, such as vintage travel photos. The strong grain and dynamic range settings (DR400) enhance the mood, but avoid using it with sharp modern subjects, as the grain may distract from details.

Tune it further

Three tweaks worth trying.

Enhance grain for character

Increase grain strength to 'Strong' for a more pronounced vintage feel.

Adjust white balance for warmth

Set white balance to 'Custom Kelvin' at 3500 for a warmer tone in your images.

Lower shadow for contrast

Reduce shadow to -3 to deepen contrast and add drama to your photos.

FAQ

About this recipe.

This recipe performs best in soft, warm lighting, typical of golden hour or overcast days, enhancing the nostalgic feel.

While great for vintage and faded themes, it struggles with sharp modern subjects due to strong grain and reduced sharpness settings.

Yes, but be cautious with the strong grain and dynamic range settings, as they may not translate well in video compared to stills.

Using DR400 maximizes highlight and shadow details, making it ideal for scenes with high contrast, but may require careful exposure management.

The strong grain strength combined with small grain size adds a vintage character, but it can obscure fine details, so consider your subject.

Avoid using this recipe in bright, harsh light or with sharp modern subjects, as the grain and softness may not yield the desired effect.

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