RecipeCLASSIC CHROME

Bright Kodak

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Sample framesStraight out of camera

See how it looks before you set it.

A vintage Volkswagen van parked on grass with people and palm trees in the background.

A rustic outdoor market scene featuring traditional baskets, colorful fabric, and a person sitting nearby.

Interior view of a vintage car showcasing the steering wheel and dashboard details.

A vintage car show with photographs displayed on stands, showcasing classic cars and attendees enjoying the event.

Unedited JPEGs from Fujifilm 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 Fujifilm bodies.

Parameter	Value	Copy
Film Simulation	Classic Chrome
Dynamic Range	DR400
Highlight	+2
Shadow	-1
Color	-1
Sharpness	-2
Noise Reduction	-4
Clarity	-3
Grain Effect	Strong
Grain Size	Small
Color Chrome FX	Off
Monochromatic Color	WC 0 / MG 0
White Balance	Auto
WB Shift	R +2 / B -2

Shooting notes

When this recipe shines.

This recipe excels in vibrant, well-lit environments, perfect for capturing the essence of street photography and travel. With dynamic range set to DR400, it handles highlights beautifully, but be cautious of overly bright scenes that may lose detail. A common mistake is neglecting the strong grain, which can be overpowering in low-light conditions or when shooting at higher ISOs.

Tune it further

Three tweaks worth trying.

Reduce grain for smoother images

Set grain strength to 'Weak' to minimize the grain effect, especially in low-light situations.

Enhance color vibrancy

Increase color to +1 for more saturated tones, which can add life to your street photography.

Soften skin tones

Adjust clarity to -2 to create a smoother appearance for any human subjects in your daily life shots.

Film stock vibe

If this were a film…

This recipe resembles the look of Kodak Ektar with its vibrant colors and fine grain, making it ideal for travel photography.

FAQ

About this recipe.

With dynamic range set to DR400, you'll find that highlights are well-preserved, making it easier to capture scenes with strong contrasts, like bright skies.

Bright, natural light is ideal; however, be cautious in harsh light to avoid losing detail in highlights due to the strong grain.

This setting helps maintain a gritty, film-like quality, which is especially effective for street and travel photography, where texture adds character.

Writing notes for this recipe…

Bright Kodak

See how it looks before you set it.

Full settings

When this recipe shines.

Three tweaks worth trying.

Reduce grain for smoother images

Enhance color vibrancy

Soften skin tones

If this were a film…

About this recipe.

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When this recipe shines.

Three tweaks worth trying.

Reduce grain for smoother images

Enhance color vibrancy

Soften skin tones

If this were a film…

About this recipe.