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Jeff Davenport Night Recipe

Capture night with soft warmth and depth using Jeff Davenport Night.

Fuji Pic StudioTested on real gear · X-T3 · Updated June 8, 2026
A singer performing on stage with blue lighting, accompanied by a musician playing an instrument.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Film simulation
PRO Neg. Hi
Tested on
X-T3
Sample frames
13

The lookWhy this one earns a slot

The Jeff Davenport Night recipe brings a comforting warmth and dramatic depth to your night photography, reminiscent of classic film noir. With a subtle bluish cast from the white balance shift, your images take on a moody, cinematic quality that enhances urban landscapes and portraits alike. Highlights are softened to maintain detail in bright lights, while the shadows remain true, offering a balanced contrast that evokes the feeling of wandering city streets after dark. The colour chrome effect intensifies hues, adding richness to your shots, and the weak grain provides a hint of filmic texture without overwhelming detail. It's a recipe that truly sings when capturing the interplay of artificial light and shadow, creating a compelling atmosphere that draws the viewer in.

The settingsThe recipe

PRO Neg. Hi · X-Trans IV

Film Simulation
PRO Neg. Hi
Dynamic Range
DR400
White Balance
Custom Kelvin, 2650K, −1 R / +4 B
Highlight
+1
Shadow
0
Color
+2
Sharpness
+1
Noise Reduction
−4
Clarity
—
Grain
Weak
Color Chrome Effect
Strong
ISO
6400
Exposure Comp.
-1 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 PRO Neg. Hi.
  3. Enter each value from the settings above, then save the slot.
  4. Select that slot to shoot Jeff Davenport Night JPEGs straight out of camera.

Sample framesShot on this recipe

Food truck at night with customers ordering, illuminated by soft light against a dark background.
Street · Urban · Night
A vibrant food stall at night with people ordering and staff preparing food in a blue-lit environment.
Event · Urban · Night
Two white sculptures of heads facing each other with floating spheres around them in a dimly lit space.
Abstract · Indoor · Low Light
Two white sculptures of heads facing each other, surrounded by floating spheres and soft lighting.
Abstract · Indoor · Mixed
Silhouetted figures walking past a colorful mural in a dimly lit alley.
Street · Urban · Night
A display of handmade goods in a shop window with a banner and various products arranged on a table.
Product · Indoor · Mixed
A modern sculpture illuminated in blue light at night, reflecting on water with city lights in the background.
Architecture · Urban · Night
A live music performance featuring a band with instruments and a singer on stage at night.
Event · Outdoor · Night
A drummer performing on stage with a colorful backdrop featuring animated characters.
Event · Indoor · Mixed
Night view of a waterfront with illuminated buildings and reflections on the water.
Architecture · Water · Night
Screenshot of a film simulation recipe for Fujifilm camera settings.
Other · Unknown
Screenshot of camera settings for a night photography scene by Jeff Davenport.
Other · Night · Unknown

Notes & caveatsWhat it nails, what to watch

What it nails

  • Warmth enhances night portraits beautifully
  • Intense hues with colour chrome effect
  • Softened highlights maintain detail
  • Weak grain for subtle texture

What to watch

  • Not for vivid daytime landscapes
  • Bluish cast may affect skin tones
  • ISO 6400 might introduce noise

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CompatibilityWill it work on your camera?

Tested across the X-Trans IV 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 IVGFXX-T3X-T30GFX100

Best forWhen to reach for it

Jeff Davenport Night is perfect for low-light portraits and studio settings. It thrives in artificial lighting, capturing the interplay of shadows and highlights beautifully. The recipe isn’t ideal for capturing bright, vivid landscapes, as the mood is more subdued and intimate.

Best for

Scenes and subjects this recipe is tuned for.

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Less suited to

Where another look will likely serve you better.

Vivid landscapes
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Frequently asked questions

What cameras support Jeff Davenport Night?

Jeff Davenport Night is compatible with Fujifilm X-T3, X-T30, and GFX100.

Is Jeff Davenport Night suitable for daytime use?

It's best for night photography. The warm, moody look may not suit bright daylight scenes.

What does the white balance shift do?

The white balance shift adds a bluish cast, enhancing the cinematic feel of night scenes.