Recipex-trans-ivCLASSIC CHROME

Dramatic Classic Chrome

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Sample framesStraight out of camera

See how it looks before you set it.

A modern cable-stayed bridge with a tall central pylon against a clear sky.

A golf course with a modern building and palm trees, surrounded by tall skyscrapers under a clear sky.

A park scene featuring a bench, green grass, and trees with tall buildings in the background.

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	Classic Chrome
Dynamic Range	Auto
Highlight	+3
Shadow	+3
Color	0
Sharpness	+1
Noise Reduction	-3
Clarity	0
Grain Effect	Strong
Monochromatic Color	WC 0 / MG 0
White Balance	Auto
WB Shift	R +1 / B -1
ISO	up to ISO 12800
Exposure Compensation	+1/3 to +2/3

Section 02

Compatibility

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

Sensors

Cameras

Shooting notes

When this recipe shines.

This Dramatic Classic Chrome recipe excels in vibrant street and travel photography, particularly in natural light. The strong grain adds a nostalgic feel, enhancing texture in urban environments. Avoid overly bright scenes; the highlight setting at +3 can lead to loss of detail in bright areas.

Tune it further

Three tweaks worth trying.

Soften skin tones

Lower noise reduction to -4 for a smoother appearance in portraits.

Enhance shadows

Increase shadow to +4 to add depth and detail in darker areas.

Reduce grain strength

Switch grain strength to Weak for a cleaner look in less textured scenes.

FAQ

About this recipe.

With dynamic range set to Auto and a maximum ISO of 12800, this recipe can handle low light situations well, but be cautious of noise due to the strong grain setting.

Best for street and travel photography, this recipe captures vibrant colors and textures, particularly in dynamic environments, thanks to the highlight and shadow adjustments.

While it can work for casual portraits, the strong grain and highlight settings make it less ideal for studio portraits where smooth skin tones are preferred.

The auto white balance with a slight shift of +1 red and -1 blue adds warmth while maintaining a balanced tone, making it versatile for various lighting conditions.

With the exposure compensation set between +1/3 to +2/3, be careful not to overexpose highlights, especially in bright scenes, as the highlight setting is already elevated.

While primarily designed for stills, the settings can be used for video; however, the strong grain may not be desirable for all video styles.

Writing notes for this recipe…

Dramatic Classic Chrome

See how it looks before you set it.

Full settings

Compatibility

Sensors

Cameras

When this recipe shines.

Three tweaks worth trying.

Soften skin tones

Enhance shadows

Reduce grain strength

About this recipe.

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When this recipe shines.

Three tweaks worth trying.

Soften skin tones

Enhance shadows

Reduce grain strength

About this recipe.