X-Trans IVAcros+GBlack & White51 photos
Kentmere Pan 400 Recipe
Kentmere Pan 400 captures striking black & white contrasts indoors.

The lookWhy this one earns a slot
Kentmere Pan 400 channels the robust, gritty aesthetics of classic black and white photography. With bold contrasts and pronounced grain, this recipe evokes the raw texture of traditional film, perfect for capturing the dynamism and movement indoors. Highlights and shadows are accentuated, lending depth to architectural details and street scenes. The large grain size adds a tactile quality that becomes almost tangible. It excels in mixed lighting conditions, enhancing the mood of urban environments and creating a powerful visual narrative. The gentle clarity adjustment softens the transitions without losing the overall sharpness, preserving the integrity of your subject. This recipe finds its stride particularly in capturing the essence of movement and atmosphere.
The settingsThe recipe
Acros+G · X-Trans IV
- Film Simulation
- Acros+G
- Dynamic Range
- Auto
- White Balance
- Auto, +7 R / +6 B
- Highlight
- +1
- Shadow
- +1
- Color
- +3
- Sharpness
- +3
- Noise Reduction
- −4
- Clarity
- +1
- Grain
- Strong, Large
- Color Chrome Effect
- Off
- Color Chrome FX Blue
- Off
- ISO
- 12800
- Exposure Comp.
- 0 to +2/3
How to copy it to your camera
- Open the Image Quality (IQ) menu and select an empty custom setting slot (C1–C7).
- Set the base film simulation to Acros+G.
- Enter each value from the settings above, then save the slot.
- Select that slot to shoot Kentmere Pan 400 JPEGs straight out of camera.
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Notes & caveatsWhat it nails, what to watch
What it nails
- Bold contrasts add dramatic depth
- Strong grain enhances texture
- Highlights and shadows well-balanced
- Ideal in mixed lighting conditions
What to watch
- Not suited for vibrant colours
- Can exaggerate noise at high ISO
- May overemphasise skin imperfections
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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.
Best forWhen to reach for it
Best suited for capturing bold contrasts in architecture and street photography. Ideal in mixed or overcast lighting, it struggles with vibrant colours and soft skin tones, but excels in delivering monochrome drama. The strong grain and high contrast make it perfect for gritty urban scenes.
Best for
Scenes and subjects this recipe is tuned for.
Less suited to
Where another look will likely serve you better.






