Recipex-trans-vNOSTALGIC NEG.

Retro Summer

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Sample framesStraight out of camera

See how it looks before you set it.

A sunny outdoor cafe scene with picnic tables and chairs on green grass.

A vintage red car with a shiny chrome bumper parked under colorful flags against a clear sky.

A ramp leading through a park with blooming flowers and lush greenery under warm lighting.

Urban scene featuring modern architecture with a distinctive building and palm trees under a hazy sky.

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.

Section 02

Compatibility

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

Sensors

Cameras

Shooting notes

When this recipe shines.

Retro Summer delivers a warm, vintage-inspired aesthetic that recalls endless sunny days and carefree afternoons. With a gentle nod to the classic filmic era, this recipe bathes your images in a soft, golden glow, enhancing the vibrancy of colours while retaining a nostalgic feel. The highlights are tender, delivering a subtle halo effect that softens the overall image. Shadows are slightly muted, giving depth without harsh contrast. The use of a cool WB shift lends a dreamy, almost pastel-like quality to the skies, while the small grain size adds a filmic texture without overpowering detail. Ideal for capturing the essence of travel adventures, it evokes a sense of timelessness, perfect for immortalising those fleeting, sun-drenched moments.

Retro Summer shines in golden-hour light, bringing warmth and vibrancy to landscapes, nature, and travel scenes. It excels in creating a nostalgic feel, but might not be the best choice for sharp, modern architecture or subjects requiring crisp detail. Capture the essence of a sunlit, carefree day.

What it nails

✓Warm, nostalgic tones
✓Soft, golden-hour highlights
✓Vibrant, yet subtle colours
✓Film-like grain texture

What to watch

!Muted shadows can lose detail
!Cool WB may shift skin tones
!Not ideal for harsh midday light

FAQ

About this recipe.

Retro Summer works with X-E5, X-H2, X-T5, X100VI, and GFX100 models, among others.

It provides warm, nostalgic tones with vibrant colours and a soft, film-like texture.

It's better suited for natural light and travel scenes, not studio portraits.