Recipex-trans-ivMONOCHROME+G

Kodak T-Max 100 Soft Tone

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Sample framesStraight out of camera

See how it looks before you set it.

A grand mosque with multiple minarets and domes reflected in a calm water surface.

A solitary figure sitting on a bench under trees in a minimalist urban park setting.

A silhouette of a monk walking through a corridor with arches, creating a serene atmosphere.

A man sitting on a couch in a modern indoor setting, sipping from a cup with a table 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	Monochrome+G
Dynamic Range	DR200
Highlight	-0.5
Shadow	+1.5
Color	0
Sharpness	-1
Noise Reduction	-4
Clarity	-1
Grain Effect	Weak
Grain Size	Large
Color Chrome FX	Off
Color Chrome FX Blue	Off
Monochromatic Color	WC 0 / MG 0
White Balance	Daylight
WB Shift	R -6 / B -3
ISO	up to ISO 6400
Exposure Compensation	-2/3 to +2/3

Section 02

Compatibility

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

Sensors

Cameras

Shooting notes

When this recipe shines.

This recipe shines in soft, diffused light, making it ideal for capturing serene moments in black and white. The weak grain and dynamic range set to DR200 help maintain detail in both highlights and shadows, but avoid shooting in bright sunlight to prevent harsh contrasts. One common mistake is to overlook the exposure compensation range of -2/3 to +2/3, which can lead to overly bright or dark images.

Tune it further

Three tweaks worth trying.

Adjust for brighter scenes

Increase highlight to +1 and shadow to +2 for better detail in brighter conditions.

Enhance grain for texture

Switch grain strength to Strong for a more pronounced, textured look in your images.

Soften sharpness for portraits

Reduce sharpness to -2 to create a gentler, more flattering appearance for skin tones.

FAQ

About this recipe.

With a maximum ISO of 6400 and DR200, this recipe can handle low light fairly well, but be cautious of noise at high ISO settings.

This recipe is ideal for tranquil scenes, portraits, and everyday moments rather than vivid or high-contrast subjects.

The weak grain strength combined with large grain size provides a subtle texture without overwhelming the image, perfect for a soft, classic look.

While it can work for landscapes in soft light, avoid bright sunlight to prevent excessive contrast; it's not best for high-contrast scenes.

Although Daylight is the preset, consider adjusting the white balance shift if shooting in varied lighting to maintain a consistent tone.

This recipe is tailored for still photography, and while you can use it for video, the monochrome style may not suit all video applications.

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