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RecipeVELVIA

Sunbaked Pastel

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Sample framesStraight out of camera

See how it looks before you set it.

A tall minaret rises against a clear blue sky, surrounded by green trees and urban buildings.
A pink and white building with multiple balconies and windows under a clear blue sky.
A busy urban street scene with pedestrians walking along a palm-lined sidewalk under a clear blue sky.
A bustling urban street lined with colorful buildings and parked cars under a clear blue sky.

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.

ParameterValueCopy
Film SimulationVelvia
Shooting notes

When this recipe shines.

Sunbaked Pastel, built on Velvia, channels the lush vibrance of slide film while harnessing modern digital clarity. The result is a palette brimming with lively, saturated hues that bring urban landscapes to life. Highlights and shadows are pushed just enough to add punch without losing detail, making this recipe perfect for sunny, bustling streets where energy radiates from every corner. Blues remain clear and skies expansive, while greens pop with a boldness that refuses to be ignored. The absence of grain ensures a clean, crisp image that celebrates the clarity of digital photography without sacrificing the warmth and nostalgia of film. This recipe thrives under bright, midday sun, capturing the lively essence of urban life without the need for extensive post-processing.

Ideal for vibrant, sunny days in outdoor urban settings. Perfect for lively streets and colourful architecture. Avoid using for portraits or scenes needing subtle tones, as skin may appear overly saturated. Capture the bustling energy of city life with vivid clarity.

What it nails

  • ✓Rich, saturated colours without grain
  • ✓Perfect for bright, sunny days
  • ✓Excellent for vibrant urban scenes
  • ✓Pops greens and blues vibrantly

What to watch

  • !Not ideal for portraits
  • !May exaggerate contrast in low light
  • !Best under bright conditions
FAQ

About this recipe.

This recipe excels in bright, sunny conditions, especially for outdoor urban scenes.
It is not recommended for portraits due to its high saturation and contrast, which can affect skin tones.
No, Sunbaked Pastel is best used in bright conditions to avoid excessive contrast.