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Kodak Film Recipe

Capture everyday moments with warm nostalgia using Kodak Film in Classic Chrome.

Fuji Pic StudioTested on real gear · X-E5 · Updated June 8, 2026
A person and a dog standing in a grassy field with distant hills and trees under a cloudy sky.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Film simulation
Classic Chrome
Tested on
X-E5
Sample frames
13

The lookWhy this one earns a slot

Kodak Film with Classic Chrome is a love letter to the lush, vivid tones and gentle warmth of bygone photographic eras. Its character is warm and inviting, with a subtle grain that adds a nostalgic feel without overpowering the scene. The colours pop with a natural vibrancy, enhanced by the strong colour chrome effect, making greens and browns particularly lush and immersive. Highlights are softened to maintain detail in bright light, while shadows remain gentle, creating a balanced, serene image. This recipe truly sings in street and travel photography, where its ability to evoke mood and atmosphere enhances storytelling. The look is consistently warm, making it ideal for creating timeless captures that echo the comfort and familiarity of classic film days.

The settingsThe recipe

Classic Chrome · X-Trans V

Film Simulation
Classic Chrome
Dynamic Range
DR400
White Balance
Auto White Priority, +2 R / −4 B
Highlight
−1.5
Shadow
−1
Color
+3
Sharpness
−1
Noise Reduction
−4
Clarity
−2
Grain
Weak, Small
Color Chrome Effect
Strong
Color Chrome FX Blue
Weak
ISO
6400
Exposure Comp.
0 to +1

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 Kodak Film JPEGs straight out of camera.

Sample framesShot on this recipe

Side mirror of a car reflecting a rural scene with a house and trees in the background.
Landscape · Rural · Overcast
A collection of dried flowers in vases, with sunlight filtering through a window.
Still Life · Indoor · Golden Hour
A close-up of decorative dried flowers in vases by a window with soft natural light filtering through.
Still Life · Indoor · Natural
Small paintings of faces displayed on easels in an art gallery.
Art · Indoor · Mixed
A close-up view of a weaving loom with a basket of colorful spools and tools nearby.
Other · Indoor · Mixed
A woven basket filled with colorful spools of thread, set in a weaving workshop.
Still Life · Indoor · Natural
A close-up view of a pair of glasses resting on a table with a blurred background of a room.
Still Life · Indoor · Natural
A close-up of a fan and machinery in a rustic indoor setting with textured walls.
Interior · Indoor · Harsh Midday
A corridor with columns leading to a serene water view, featuring wooden beams and polished floors.
Architecture · Indoor · Natural
A long corridor with wooden beams and columns, leading to a serene water view.
Architecture · Indoor · Natural
Image showing film simulation settings for Kodak Classic Chrome with various adjustments.
Other · Unknown
Screenshot of camera settings and film simulation options for Kodak Film.
Other · Unknown · Informative

Notes & caveatsWhat it nails, what to watch

What it nails

  • Warm, nostalgic filmic feel
  • Enhanced greens and browns
  • Balanced highlights and shadows
  • Minimal grain for a clean look

What to watch

  • Not ideal for studio portraits
  • Watch for warm colour cast indoors
  • High ISO may reduce sharpness

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KodakStreetTravelDaily life

CompatibilityWill it work on your camera?

Tested across the X-Trans V and GFX generations — compatibility is defined by sensor, so any body on these generations can run it.

Tested sensors & cameras

X-Trans VGFXX-E5X-H2X-H2SX-M5X-S20X-T30-IIIX-T5X-T50X100VIGFX100-IIGFX100RFGFX100S-II

Best forWhen to reach for it

Great for street, travel, and daily life captures where warmth and vibrancy are desired. It thrives in natural lighting situations, capturing serene outdoor scenes beautifully, but is less suited for studio portraits due to its softer shadow detail and warm tones.

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 cameras support the Kodak Film recipe?

It works with the X-Trans V and GFX cameras like X-T5, X-H2, and GFX100S-II.

Is the Kodak Film recipe good for portraits?

It's less suited for studio portraits due to its warm tones and softer shadow detail.

Does Kodak Film work well in low light?

It performs best in natural light, but high ISO settings may reduce sharpness.