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KODACOLOR Recipe

Capture urban tranquillity with Kodacolor's softened hues and textures.

Fuji Pic StudioTested on real gear · Updated June 8, 2026
A person leaning on a railing of a modern bridge with flags in the background during sunset.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Film simulation
Classic Chrome
Tested on
—
Sample frames
43

The lookWhy this one earns a slot

Kodacolor channels the nostalgic essence of classic film, particularly the mid-century hues of Kodachrome. This recipe uses the Classic Chrome film simulation to evoke a dreamy, serene urban landscape. The dynamic range setting ensures that even in high-contrast scenes, details are preserved without harshness, while the strong small grain adds a tactile, filmic texture. Subdued colours bring a muted, almost pastel quality to your images, reminiscent of hazy summer evenings. The balanced highlights and deepened shadows create depth without overwhelming contrast, perfect for capturing twilight cityscapes and reflective waters. Kodacolor truly shines in soft, diffused lighting, where its ability to render subtle colour gradations and gentle transitions between light and shadow can be fully appreciated.

The settingsThe recipe

Classic Chrome

Film Simulation
Classic Chrome
Dynamic Range
DR400
D-Range Priority
Off
White Balance
Custom Kelvin
Highlight
−1
Shadow
+2
Color
−2
Sharpness
+2
Noise Reduction
−4
Clarity
0
Grain
Strong, Small
Color Chrome Effect
Weak
Color Chrome FX Blue
Off
Smooth Skin Effect
Off
ISO
—

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 Classic Chrome.
  3. Enter each value from the settings above, then save the slot.
  4. Select that slot to shoot KODACOLOR JPEGs straight out of camera.

Sample framesShot on this recipe

A serene river scene at dusk with a hazy skyline and soft reflections on the water.
Landscape · Urban · Golden Hour
A hazy river scene with buildings in the background and a calm water surface reflecting the soft light.
Landscape · Urban · Overcast
City skyline at sunset with trucks and streetlights in the foreground.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
A hazy urban scene featuring unique street lamps along a highway at dusk.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
Sunset over a waterfront with tall banners and streetlights silhouetted against the sky.
Landscape · Urban · Golden Hour
Curved street lamps and banners silhouetted against a sunset over a waterfront.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
Silhouetted street lamps and flags against a hazy sunset sky.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
Colorful banners on poles against a soft pastel sky during sunset.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
Banners with Arabic text and images against a soft pastel sky, with a city skyline in the background.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
Colorful flags with a skyline in the background during sunset.
Other · Outdoor · Golden Hour
Banners with Arabic text and UAE flag colors against a soft sunset sky.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
A modern staircase leading down with curved walls and urban infrastructure in the background.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
A view of a riverbank with buildings and trees, reflecting on the water's surface.
Landscape · Urban · Overcast
A view of a calm water body with buildings in the background and structures along the shore.
Landscape · Urban · Golden Hour
A pedestrian and bicycle sign on a bridge with a faint moon in the background.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
A sleek, modern ferry gliding over calm water with a cityscape in the background.
Transportation · Water · Overcast
A boat gliding through a calm river with urban buildings and cranes in the background under a hazy sky.
Landscape · Urban · Overcast
A boat navigating through calm waters near a construction site along the shore.
Water · Urban · Unknown
A yellow boat navigating a river surrounded by construction sites and hazy city skyline.
Landscape · Urban · Overcast
A hazy river scene with buildings in the background and a calm water surface reflecting the muted light.
Landscape · Urban · Overcast
Banners with Arabic text and images against a soft pastel sky, with a city skyline in the background.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
Close-up of colorful flags with a soft background, hinting at a city skyline at dusk.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
Flags with Arabic text and designs against a soft pastel sky at dusk.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
A modern staircase leading down with curved walls and urban infrastructure in the background.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
A view of a riverbank with buildings and trees, reflecting in the water under soft lighting.
Landscape · Water · Golden Hour
A view of a waterfront with buildings and structures reflected in the water, under a muted sky.
Architecture · Water · Golden Hour
A pedestrian and bicycle sign on a bridge with a faint moon in the background.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
A sleek, modern ferry gliding through calm waters with a cityscape in the background.
Transportation · Water · Overcast
A yellow boat navigating a river surrounded by construction sites and hazy city skyline.
Landscape · Urban · Overcast
A boat navigating through calm waters near a construction site with cranes in the background.
Travel · Water · Overcast
A person leans against a railing on a modern bridge with flags in the background during sunset.
Architecture · Outdoor · Golden Hour
A serene river scene at dusk with a hazy skyline and soft reflections on the water.
Landscape · Urban · Golden Hour
A hazy urban scene with trucks and cars on a road, skyscrapers in the background during sunset.
Street · Urban · Golden Hour
A hazy urban scene featuring unique streetlight designs along a highway at dusk.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
Sunset over a coastal area with tall banners and streetlights silhouetted against a hazy sky.
Landscape · Coastal · Golden Hour
Curved street lamps and banners silhouetted against a hazy sunset over a waterfront.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
A sunset scene with curved streetlights and flags along a road, creating a serene atmosphere.
Landscape · Urban · Golden Hour
Colorful banners on curved poles against a soft pastel sky during sunset.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
A boat gliding through a calm river with urban buildings and cranes in the background under a hazy sky.
Landscape · Urban · Overcast
Close-up of a camera's settings menu displayed on the screen, showing various adjustments.
Other · Indoor · Low Light
Close-up of a camera's LCD screen displaying settings and options.
Other · Indoor · Low Light
Close-up of a camera's settings display showing various options and adjustments.
Other · Indoor · Low Light

Notes & caveatsWhat it nails, what to watch

What it nails

  • Exceptional in soft, golden-hour light
  • Captures dreamy urban reflections
  • Preserves detail in high-contrast scenes
  • Adds filmic texture with strong grain

What to watch

  • Subdued colours may lack vibrancy
  • Strong grain visible at high ISO
  • Not ideal for studio portraiture

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Best forWhen to reach for it

Ideal for street or travel photography during the golden hour when the light is soft. Best for capturing daily life with an understated, nostalgic feel. Capture city streets at dusk for evocative, tranquil imagery. Less suited for studio portraits due to the subdued colour palette and softened contrast.

Best for

Scenes and subjects this recipe is tuned for.

StreetTravelDaily life

Less suited to

Where another look will likely serve you better.

Studio portraits
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Frequently asked questions

What lighting is ideal for Kodacolor?

Kodacolor excels in soft, diffused lighting, like during the golden hour.

Is Kodacolor suitable for portraits?

It's less ideal for studio portraits due to its subdued colour palette.

What does the grain setting add to images?

The strong, small grain adds a tactile, filmic texture reminiscent of classic film.