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Kodak Ektachrome Recipe

Capture the serenity of urban twilight with Kodak Ektachrome tones.

Fuji Pic StudioTested on real gear · Updated June 8, 2026
View of a river with buildings and cranes in the background during twilight.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Film simulation
Astia
Tested on
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Sample frames
17

The lookWhy this one earns a slot

Kodak Ektachrome, reimagined through Fujifilm's Astia simulation, captures the gentle, dreamy hues of twilight. This recipe excels in evoking the calm and reflective mood of urban settings as daylight fades. It embraces soft tones, bringing a subtle warmth to skin tones and urban landscapes alike. The colours are vivid yet restrained, maintaining a natural feel without overpowering the scene. Highlights are gently lifted to add a glow, while shadows are deepened for a sense of depth. The overall effect is one of tranquil beauty, perfect for intimate portraits or scenes where the subtleties of light are paramount. However, its delicate touch might not suit the bold drama of sweeping landscapes, where more contrast is often desirable.

The settingsThe recipe

Astia

Film Simulation
Astia
Dynamic Range
DR200
D-Range Priority
Off
White Balance
Auto
Highlight
+1
Shadow
+3
Color
+4
Sharpness
+1
Noise Reduction
−3
Clarity
+1
Grain
Weak, Large
Color Chrome Effect
Strong
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 Astia.
  3. Enter each value from the settings above, then save the slot.
  4. Select that slot to shoot Kodak Ektachrome JPEGs straight out of camera.

Sample framesShot on this recipe

A quiet waterfront promenade with buildings and lights along the water's edge during dusk.
Architecture · Coastal · Blue Hour
A waterfront view of modern buildings along a calm river at dusk.
Architecture · Water · Evening
A waterfront view of modern buildings along a river at dusk, with soft light reflecting on the water.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
A boat navigating a calm river surrounded by construction sites and cranes in the background.
Landscape · Urban · Overcast
A wooden boat adorned with lights gliding through dark water, surrounded by a serene atmosphere.
Other · Water · Evening
A wooden ship adorned with lights sailing on a calm river during twilight.
Transportation · Urban · Blue Hour
A quiet waterfront promenade with buildings and lights along the water's edge during twilight.
Architecture · Urban · Blue Hour
A boat navigating a river near a construction site with cranes in the background during twilight.
Landscape · Urban · Golden Hour
A wooden boat adorned with lights sailing on dark water, surrounded by a serene atmosphere.
Transportation · Water · Evening
A wooden ship adorned with lights sailing on a calm river during twilight.
Transportation · Water · Blue Hour
View of a river with buildings and cranes in the background during dusk.
Landscape · Urban · Golden Hour
A waterfront view of modern buildings along a calm river during twilight.
Architecture · Water · Blue Hour
View of a waterfront urban area with modern buildings and a calm river at dusk.
Architecture · Urban · Blue Hour
Close-up of a camera's LCD screen displaying settings and options.
Other · Indoor · Low Light
Camera settings display showing various options like white balance and sharpness.
Other · Indoor · Low Light
Camera settings display showing various options like clarity, high ISO NR, and color space.
Other · Indoor · Low Light

Notes & caveatsWhat it nails, what to watch

What it nails

  • Delivers dreamy twilight hues
  • Softens urban evening reflections
  • Gentle yet vivid colour palette
  • Deepens shadows for better depth

What to watch

  • Not ideal for strong sunlight
  • May underwhelm in bold landscapes
  • Soft grain might not suit all scenes

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Best forWhen to reach for it

Ideal for capturing portraits and soft tones in twilight or calm, evening light. Urban environments with reflective surfaces can enhance its serene quality. Avoid bold landscapes; this recipe favours subtle light transitions and gentle contrasts.

Best for

Scenes and subjects this recipe is tuned for.

PortraitsSoft tones

Less suited to

Where another look will likely serve you better.

Bold landscape
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Frequently asked questions

What film simulation is used?

This recipe uses Fujifilm's Astia film simulation.

Is this recipe suitable for landscapes?

While it excels with soft tones, it's less ideal for bold landscapes.

What kind of lighting works best?

Twilight or calm evening light highlights the recipe's strengths.