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X-Trans IVAcrosBlack & White34 photos

Acros Push Process Recipe

For lovers of monochrome, Acros Push Process captures shadowy drama.

Fuji FlavoursTested on real gear · X-E3 · Updated June 8, 2026
A cozy indoor cafe scene featuring decorative windows and a motivational poster on the wall.
Difficulty
Any level
Film simulation
Acros
Tested on
X-E3
Sample frames
34

The lookWhy this one earns a slot

Acros Push Process is a love letter to classic black-and-white photography, bringing a sense of nostalgia and drama to your images. It offers deep, inky blacks and bright, crisp whites, creating a stark contrast that emphasises shapes and shadows. With strong grain and a slightly lifted exposure, it mimics the look of film pushed during development, enhancing the textures and mood of your urban, architectural, or minimalist interior shots. This recipe shines in high-contrast scenes, beautifully capturing the interplay of light and shadow. It's ideal for creating a mood that feels both timeless and contemporary, perfect for photographers who want their monochrome images to stand out with a bold, graphic quality.

The settingsThe recipe

Acros · X-Trans IV

Film Simulation
Acros
Dynamic Range
DR200
White Balance
Auto
Highlight
+4
Shadow
+3
Color
0
Sharpness
+1
Noise Reduction
−3
Clarity
0
Grain
Strong
ISO
6400
Exposure Comp.
+1

How to copy it to your camera

  1. Open the Image Quality (IQ) menu and select an empty custom setting slot (C1–C7).
  2. Set the base film simulation to Acros.
  3. Enter each value from the settings above, then save the slot.
  4. Select that slot to shoot Acros Push Process JPEGs straight out of camera.

Sample framesShot on this recipe

A vintage toy car on a white stool in a cafe, with blurred background elements and soft lighting.
Still Life · Indoor · Mixed
A quiet urban street lined with modern buildings and greenery under a clear sky.
Street · Urban · Harsh Midday
A modern high-rise building viewed from below against a clear sky.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
A modern high-rise building with a geometric design against a clear sky.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
A palm tree-lined walkway with a clear sky and urban elements in black and white.
Street · Urban · Harsh Midday
A close-up of a white sneaker stepping on a dark pavement scattered with fallen leaves.
Street · Urban · Unknown
A close-up of a person's foot on a dark surface scattered with petals.
Other · Unknown · Calm
A black and white photo of a cat partially obscured by wooden slats, with a gravel background.
Wildlife · Outdoor · Unknown
A street lamp with two lights against a clear sky, with a palm tree and a billboard in the background.
Street · Urban · Harsh Midday
A black and white photo of a street lamp with a bird perched on it, surrounded by palm trees.
Street · Urban · Unknown
A bird perched on a white structure against a clear sky, with palm leaves in the background.
Wildlife · Urban · Unknown
A bird perched on a white metal structure against a clear sky.
Wildlife · Urban · Unknown
Low-angle view of a modern street lamp against a clear sky.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
A modern bridge with a tall, white support structure against a clear sky.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
Black and white image of palm trees lining a walkway with decorative arches and street lamps.
Street · Urban · Unknown
A minimalist street lamp against a clear sky, partially obscured by a white wall.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
A minimalist urban scene featuring a tall street lamp against a stark white wall.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
Black and white photo of modern skyscrapers behind trees in an urban park setting.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
View looking up from inside a cylindrical structure with white walls and a square opening at the top.
Abstract · Indoor · Mixed
Two people sitting on a bench under a large canopy in a park, surrounded by trees.
Street · Outdoor · Mixed
A tall modern structure stands beside a leafless tree in a park setting under clear skies.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown
A large modern arch structure beside a leafless tree in a park setting.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown
A black and white photo of a bare tree beside a large frame structure in a park.
Nature · Outdoor · Unknown
A large rectangular metal structure rising above trees in a black and white photograph.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown
Silhouetted trees casting long shadows on grass with buildings in the background during sunset.
Nature · Urban · Golden Hour
Silhouetted trees in a park with sunlight peeking through, urban buildings in the background.
Landscape · Urban · Golden Hour
Two people riding a bicycle on a paved path surrounded by trees in a park.
Street · Urban · Golden Hour
Black and white photo of bare trees in a park during the day with a clear sky.
Nature · Outdoor · Unknown
A large rectangular frame structure surrounded by trees against a clear sky.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown
A traditional Asian-style building surrounded by manicured trees in a park setting.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown
A person walking towards a traditional building surrounded by palm trees in black and white.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown
A black and white photo of a pagoda-style building framed by palm trees and lush greenery.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown
A black and white photo of a pagoda-style building surrounded by palm trees and lush greenery.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown

Notes & caveatsWhat it nails, what to watch

What it nails

  • High-contrast black and white
  • Strong filmic grain texture
  • Great for dramatic shadows
  • Perfect for urban architecture

What to watch

  • Not ideal for vivid colours
  • Soft skin tones may suffer
  • Strong grain at high ISO

Explore similar

Urban ArchitectureMinimalist InteriorsNostalgic ScenesCalm Street PhotographyDramatic Shadows

CompatibilityWill it work on your camera?

Tested across the X-Trans IV, X-Trans III and GFX generations — compatibility is defined by sensor, so any body on these generations can run it. This recipe is tuned for X-Trans IV. It will work on X-Trans V, but blue can render more deeply there — adjust to taste.

Tested sensors & cameras

X-Trans IVX-Trans IIIGFXX-E3X-H1X-Pro2X-T2X-T20X-T3X-T30X100FGFX100

Best forWhen to reach for it

Ideal for capturing urban architecture, minimalist interiors, and scenes with dramatic shadows. Works best in daylight or harsh lighting. Its strong contrast beautifully captures architectural details, making cityscapes and modern structures come alive with texture and depth.

Best for

Scenes and subjects this recipe is tuned for.

Urban ArchitectureMinimalist InteriorsNostalgic ScenesCalm Street PhotographyDramatic Shadows

Less suited to

Where another look will likely serve you better.

Vivid ColorsSoft Skin Tones
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Frequently asked questions

What cameras can use Acros Push Process?

Compatible with Fujifilm X-E3, X-H1, X-Pro2, X-T2, X-T20, X-T3, X-T30, X100F, and GFX100.

What subjects work best with this recipe?

Acros Push Process is great for urban architecture, minimalist interiors, and scenes with dramatic shadows.

Is this recipe good for portraits?

It's not ideal for portraits, especially if soft skin tones are desired, due to its high contrast and grain.