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Beware My Velvia Recipe

Elevate your landscapes with vivid colours and striking contrasts, capturing scenes with dramatic flair.

Fuji Pic StudioTested on real gear · X-E4 · Updated June 8, 2026
Three hanging light fixtures in a green-lit room with framed photographs on the walls.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Film simulation
Velvia
Tested on
X-E4
Sample frames
89

The lookWhy this one earns a slot

Beware My Velva (Fujix) channels the vintage look of classic Velvia film, renowned for its bold, eye-catching colours and strong contrast. This recipe accentuates vibrant hues with a rich saturation, making it perfect for outdoor scenes where nature's palette shines brightest. Expect greens to pop with life and blues to appear deep and inviting. Its strong colour chrome effects add depth, turning everyday scenes into striking compositions. While the highlights and shadows are pushed to illuminate and define, the overall image remains smooth, thanks to the subtle grain. It excels in transforming mundane settings into visually arresting vistas.

The settingsThe recipe

Velvia · X-Trans IV

Film Simulation
Velvia
Dynamic Range
DR200
White Balance
Custom Kelvin, 6590K, −9 R
Highlight
+2
Shadow
+2
Color
+4
Sharpness
+1
Noise Reduction
−4
Clarity
0
Grain
Weak, Small
Color Chrome Effect
Strong
Color Chrome FX Blue
Strong
ISO
6400
Exposure Comp.
0 to +2/3

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 Velvia.
  3. Enter each value from the settings above, then save the slot.
  4. Select that slot to shoot Beware My Velvia JPEGs straight out of camera.

Sample framesShot on this recipe

Four woven pendant lamps hanging from a ceiling with a greenish hue.
Interior · Indoor · Mixed
Hanging woven lamps in a brightly colored room with green walls and framed black-and-white photos.
Interior · Indoor · Mixed
A green-tinted architectural structure with arches and columns against a cloudy sky.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown
A yellow hanging flower pot with white flowers under a turquoise roof.
Nature · Outdoor · Unknown
A modern sculpture made of colorful geometric shapes in a park surrounded by palm trees.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown
A group of musicians performing on stage with various instruments in a vibrant outdoor setting.
Event · Outdoor · Unknown
A group of musicians rehearsing on stage with guitars and microphones in a vibrant setting.
Event · Indoor · Mixed
Abstract architectural installation with geometric shapes in teal and gold tones.
Abstract · Indoor · Mixed
Abstract sculpture with colorful geometric shapes and reflections in a public space.
Abstract · Urban · Unknown
Two people walking past colorful abstract sculptures in an outdoor urban setting.
Street · Urban · Overcast
Colorful abstract sculpture in an outdoor urban setting with buildings in the background.
Abstract · Urban · Unknown
A man walking past four mirrored panels displaying different years and colorful notes in a green setting.
Street · Urban · Mixed
A series of four tall mirrors reflecting a person walking, with colorful notes attached to them.
Architecture · Urban · Mixed
A man walking past four mirrors displaying different decades with notes attached, in a vibrant green setting.
Street · Urban · Mixed
Four mirrors displaying different time periods with colorful notes and a chair in a modern setting.
Interior · Indoor · Mixed
Four mirrors reflecting a colorful display of notes and a person in a casual setting.
Other · Indoor · Mixed
A series of four mirrors reflecting a person walking, with notes and decorations on the mirrors.
Other · Urban · Mixed
Four tall mirrors reflecting a person walking, with colorful notes and dates on the walls behind them.
Architecture · Urban · Mixed
A series of mirrors reflecting a colorful installation with sticky notes and a chair in an urban setting.
Architecture · Urban · Mixed
Four mirrored panels displaying different decades with a person walking by in a modern setting.
Abstract · Indoor · Mixed
A series of reflective mirrors displaying different years with colorful notes and a person walking by.
Other · Urban · Mixed
Colorful abstract sculpture with various geometric shapes and textures in an urban setting.
Abstract · Urban · Unknown
Colorful abstract sculpture in an urban waterfront setting with buildings in the background.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
Colorful food stall with blue tables in an outdoor setting, surrounded by beige buildings.
Food · Outdoor · Unknown
Colorful food stall in an outdoor setting with blue tables and a sandy backdrop.
Food · Outdoor · Unknown
A man in a red shirt walks past a colorful mural depicting people engaged in traditional activities.
Street · Urban · Overcast
Outdoor venue with a mural, tables, and a stage under a cloudy sky.
Event · Outdoor · Overcast
A colorful food stall named 'Ayesha Khory' with a mirror and menu displayed.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown
A colorful outdoor market stall with a vibrant backdrop and signage.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown
A colorful food truck parked in an urban setting with outdoor seating nearby.
Automotive · Urban · Mixed
A colorful food truck parked in an urban setting with vibrant signage and a tiled floor.
Automotive · Urban · Unknown
Colorful display with shelves and a mirror against a green wall, reflecting buildings in the background.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
A mirror reflects a figure in traditional attire near colorful market stalls by the water.
Street · Urban · Mixed
A reflective mirror in a colorful market setting showing people interacting, with shelves and boxes around.
Street · Urban · Mixed
A reflection of a person walking past colorful shelves in an outdoor setting.
Street · Urban · Mixed
A person taking a selfie in a mirror with a colorful background and text overlay.
Portrait · Urban · Mixed
A person standing in front of a colorful mirror with a playful message, by a waterfront.
Portrait · Urban · Mixed
A vibrant food truck and kiosk in an urban setting with orange accents and modern seating.
Street · Urban · Unknown
A colorful food truck with a bright orange sign offering coffee and baked goods, set in an urban plaza.
Street · Urban · Unknown
A vibrant outdoor café scene with orange chairs and a green table, featuring a coffee truck in the background.
Street · Urban · Unknown
Outdoor café scene with orange chairs and a green table, featuring a food truck in the background.
Street · Outdoor · Unknown
A colorful mural depicting three figures in traditional attire against a vibrant background with a large blue circle.
Street · Urban · Mixed
A mural depicting three figures, an elder and two younger individuals, against a colorful background.
Street · Urban · Mixed
A mural depicting three figures in traditional attire against a colorful background with a large blue circle.
Street · Urban · Mixed
A view of buildings with a green tint, featuring a tower and blue sky in the background.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
A unique architectural structure with a tower, surrounded by textured walls under a turquoise sky.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown
Narrow alleyway with greenish tint leading to a waterfront view, people in the distance.
Street · Urban · Unknown
Narrow alleyway between textured walls leading to a waterfront view with pedestrians in the distance.
Street · Urban · Mixed
Narrow alleyway between textured walls leading to a distant view of a waterfront.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
A colorful outdoor scene featuring a mural of a man in traditional attire, surrounded by greenery and furniture.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown
A vibrant mural of a man in traditional attire, surrounded by greenery and decorative architecture.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown
A vibrant mural of a man in traditional attire against a colorful wall with greenery and decorative elements.
Street · Urban · Unknown
A vibrant mural of a man in traditional attire against a bright green wall, surrounded by plants.
Street · Urban · Mixed
A colorful mural featuring illustrated women and text, with a mix of cultural and modern themes.
Abstract · Indoor · Mixed
A colorful mural featuring various illustrated women and text, set against a blue background.
Street · Urban · Mixed
A rooftop scene with empty chairs, palm trees, and a light green hue.
Other · Outdoor · Unknown
A tall mirror reflecting an orange drape against a textured green wall.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
A reflective mirror stands against a textured wall, draped in vibrant orange fabric.
Abstract · Urban · Unknown
A tall mirror reflecting an orange curtain against a textured wall, with vibrant green tones in the scene.
Abstract · Outdoor · Mixed
A bright orange fabric draped against a textured beige wall with geometric cutouts.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown
A woman in a black dress stands behind flowing red curtains, partially revealing her figure.
Portrait · Indoor · Mixed
A woman in a black dress walking through flowing red fabric curtains in a vibrant indoor space.
Portrait · Indoor · Mixed
A woman in a black dress walks through flowing red fabric curtains in a vibrant, artistic setting.
Other · Indoor · Mixed
A sign pointing left, indicating a croissant place, set against a colorful urban backdrop.
Street · Urban · Unknown
A green megaphone atop a textured wall under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown
A green megaphone mounted on a building corner under a bright turquoise sky with a bird flying above.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown
A green megaphone mounted on a corner of a building against a bright turquoise sky.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
Three figures in blue attire interacting with a wooden boat in an outdoor setting.
Other · Outdoor · Unknown
A modern outdoor seating area with green walls and geometric shadows, featuring chairs and a table.
Interior · Urban · Mixed
A modern outdoor seating area with green tones and long shadows cast on the tiled floor.
Interior · Outdoor · Mixed
A turquoise food cart beside light-colored chairs in a bright, shadowed outdoor setting.
Architecture · Outdoor · Harsh Midday
A green wall with a long shadow, featuring empty tables and chairs in a modern outdoor setting.
Architecture · Outdoor · Harsh Midday
A shadowed outdoor seating area with white furniture against a green wall.
Architecture · Outdoor · Harsh Midday
A reflective arch sculpture in an urban setting, surrounded by modern buildings and greenery.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
A vintage motorcycle parked beside a large planter in an urban setting with greenish tones.
Automotive · Urban · Unknown
A vibrant urban park scene featuring palm trees, a yellow structure, and people enjoying the space.
Street · Urban · Unknown
A skate park with a yellow frame structure, palm trees, and city skyline in the background.
Sport · Outdoor · Unknown
A vibrant urban waterfront scene featuring a modern bridge and skyscrapers under a turquoise sky.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
A view of a modern city skyline with a curved bridge over a shimmering body of water.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
A futuristic building with Arabic calligraphy design in an urban setting, surrounded by modern skyscrapers.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
A modern architectural structure with intricate patterns, surrounded by tall buildings under a bright blue sky.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
A modern architectural structure with Arabic calligraphy, surrounded by tall buildings and greenery.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
A large, modern sculpture with Arabic calligraphy in an urban setting, surrounded by buildings.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
A large, abstract sculpture covered in Arabic calligraphy, set against a modern city skyline.
Architecture · Urban · Mixed
A large, modern sculpture with Arabic calligraphy, set against a city skyline.
Architecture · Urban · Mixed
A large, modern sculpture covered in Arabic calligraphy, set against a blue sky and green landscape.
Architecture · Outdoor · Mixed
Screenshot of a mobile app displaying film simulation settings for a photo.
Other · Unknown
List of Fujifilm camera models and sensors displayed on a mobile screen.
Other · Indoor · Unknown

Notes & caveatsWhat it nails, what to watch

What it nails

  • Vibrant, punchy colours for outdoor scenes.
  • Strong contrast adds drama to landscapes.
  • Smooth texture with subtle grain.
  • Great for capturing vivid greens.

What to watch

  • Not ideal for skin tones.
  • Can be overpowering in low contrast scenes.

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LandscapeSaturatedOutdoor

CompatibilityWill it work on your camera?

Tested across the X-Trans IV, X-Trans V and GFX generations — compatibility is defined by sensor, so any body on these generations can run it. The X-T3 and X-T30 don't offer Clarity, Grain Size or Color Chrome FX Blue — skip those values on those two bodies.

Tested sensors & cameras

X-Trans IVX-Trans VGFXX-E4X-E5X-H2X-H2SX-M5X-Pro3X-S10X-S20X-T30-IIX-T30-IIIX-T4X-T5X-T50X100VX100VIGFX100-IIGFX100RFGFX100SGFX100S-II

Best forWhen to reach for it

Ideal for bright, outdoor settings where you want to capture nature's vibrancy. Perfect for landscapes and saturated environments. Avoid using in low contrast or indoor settings where skin tones are important. The recipe excels in bringing out the drama in skies and foliage.

Best for

Scenes and subjects this recipe is tuned for.

LandscapeSaturatedOutdoor

Less suited to

Where another look will likely serve you better.

Skin tonesLow contrast scenes
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Frequently asked questions

What cameras are compatible with this recipe?

This recipe works with Fujifilm X-Trans IV, V, and GFX sensors like X-T5 and GFX100S.

When should I avoid using this recipe?

Avoid low contrast scenes and portraits, as it may not render skin tones well.

What scenes work best with Beware My Velva?

Outdoor landscapes and scenes with vibrant colours are ideal for this bold recipe.