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X-Trans IVClassic NegativeColour93 photos

September Summer Recipe

Capture the warmth of late summer with nostalgic, vibrant tones.

Fuji Pic StudioTested on real gear · X-E4 · Updated June 8, 2026
Close-up of a vintage red convertible car with a soft top, showcasing its interior and dashboard.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Film simulation
Classic Negative
Tested on
X-E4
Sample frames
93

The lookWhy this one earns a slot

The September Summer recipe channels the nostalgic warmth and vibrant hues of late summer days. With a distinctly vintage vibe, it exudes a classic film character akin to faded prints from the 70s. The Classic Negative film simulation delivers deep, rich colours while maintaining soft shadows and gentle highlights, perfect for evocative storytelling. The recipe's subtle cool-blue shift adds a touch of moodiness, ideal for capturing urban environments under overcast skies or during the golden hour. This look brings out the best in street scenes and urban snapshots, where the interplay of light and shadow creates a timeless, cinematic feel. However, it may not be the best fit for studio portraits or expansive landscapes where a more neutral tone is required.

The settingsThe recipe

Classic Negative · X-Trans IV

Film Simulation
Classic Negative
Dynamic Range
DR400
White Balance
Custom Kelvin, 5500K, +3 R / −7 B
Highlight
−1
Shadow
−1
Color
+1
Sharpness
0
Noise Reduction
−4
Clarity
−4
Grain
Weak, Small
Color Chrome Effect
Off
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 Negative.
  3. Enter each value from the settings above, then save the slot.
  4. Select that slot to shoot September Summer JPEGs straight out of camera.

Sample framesShot on this recipe

Close-up of a classic red car's tail fin and wheel on green grass.
Automotive · Outdoor · Golden Hour
Close-up of a vintage red car's interior, showcasing the steering wheel and side mirror.
Automotive · Indoor · Golden Hour
A vintage orange car parked on a green lawn with palm trees in the background.
Automotive · Outdoor · Harsh Midday
A street lamp beside a tree and white buildings under bright sunlight.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
Interior view of a greenhouse with rows of plants and a pathway leading to a dark entrance.
Nature · Indoor · Mixed
A camel with a chain around its neck peering out from a pen, surrounded by palm trees under a bright sky.
Wildlife · Outdoor · Harsh Midday
A spotted deer grazing on sandy ground in a spacious enclosure with beams of sunlight filtering through.
Wildlife · Indoor · Mixed
Two deer in a sandy enclosure with sunlight filtering through a roof structure.
Wildlife · Indoor · Mixed
A young deer grazing on sandy ground in a shaded enclosure with a few other deer in the background.
Wildlife · Indoor · Mixed
An old ceiling fan hanging in a greenhouse with a rustic metal frame and plants below.
Interior · Indoor · Mixed
Cozy indoor seating area with two chairs and potted plants by a large window.
Interior · Indoor · Golden Hour
A park scene with a no smoking sign, green grass, and trees under warm sunlight.
Nature · Outdoor · Golden Hour
A close-up of a key hanging in focus with a blurred urban construction site in the background.
Other · Urban · Golden Hour
A serene view of a calm water body reflecting a modern building and palm trees under soft sunlight.
Landscape · Coastal · Golden Hour
A panoramic view of modern skyscrapers in a city skyline under a hazy sky.
Architecture · Urban · Overcast
A dimly lit outdoor restaurant with string lights illuminating the space at night.
Architecture · Outdoor · Night
Two figures walking down a path illuminated by streetlights in a park at night.
Street · Urban · Night
Two figures walking towards a lit pathway in a park at night, surrounded by trees and soft lighting.
Street · Outdoor · Night
A dimly lit park at night with trees and a street lamp illuminating the path.
Nature · Urban · Night
A dimly lit park at night with trees and a pathway illuminated by street lamps.
Landscape · Outdoor · Night
A dimly lit park at night with trees and a pathway illuminated by streetlights.
Landscape · Outdoor · Night
A dimly lit park at night with trees and a pathway illuminated by street lamps.
Nature · Outdoor · Night
A lone figure stands by a lake at night, illuminated by streetlights and surrounded by trees.
Street · Urban · Night
A man sitting on a plastic chair in a shaded area with orange railings and a beige wall.
Portrait · Urban · Mixed
Exterior view of Shake Shack restaurant at night, illuminated signage and nearby Starbucks.
Architecture · Urban · Night
A cozy indoor café with warm lighting and a display of pastries and drinks.
Interior · Indoor · Mixed
A cozy indoor market stall with a black canopy, decorated with plants and a world map in the background.
Interior · Indoor · Mixed
A warm, inviting interior view through an arched glass door, showcasing a cozy cafe atmosphere.
Interior · Indoor · Mixed
A warm-lit interior view through an arched window showcasing a cozy café setting.
Interior · Indoor · Mixed
A warm-lit interior visible through an arched window at night, with a glimpse of a street outside.
Interior · Urban · Night
A sandy-colored architectural structure with a tower and wooden awnings in a landscaped area.
Architecture · Outdoor · Overcast
A basketball hoop in a park with trees and a distant player visible, under a hazy sky.
Sport · Outdoor · Overcast
A deserted pathway with a bench surrounded by greenery and palm trees under a hazy sky.
Landscape · Outdoor · Overcast
A street lamp surrounded by palm trees under a cloudy sky.
Street · Urban · Overcast
A quiet park pathway with a bench surrounded by greenery and palm trees under a cloudy sky.
Nature · Outdoor · Overcast
A serene outdoor park scene with palm trees and a wooden pavilion surrounded by greenery.
Landscape · Outdoor · Overcast
A serene garden scene with pink flowers framing a pathway and green grass under soft light.
Nature · Outdoor · Golden Hour
A pathway lined with flowers and greenery in a park setting, with a gentle slope and trees in the background.
Landscape · Outdoor · Golden Hour
A serene park scene featuring a pathway lined with greenery and flowers, under soft light.
Nature · Outdoor · Golden Hour
A cozy coffee shop interior featuring espresso machines and coffee grinders on a counter.
Interior · Indoor · Mixed
A coffee station featuring espresso machines, grinders, and cups on a countertop.
Food · Indoor · Mixed
A coffee bar setup featuring espresso machines, grinders, and various coffee accessories.
Food · Indoor · Mixed
Close-up of a vintage red convertible car with a beige soft top parked against a textured wall.
Automotive · Urban · Golden Hour
Close-up of a vintage red car's rear fin and wheel on green grass.
Automotive · Outdoor · Golden Hour
Close-up view of a vintage red car's interior showing the steering wheel and side mirror.
Automotive · Outdoor · Golden Hour
An old ceiling fan hanging in a greenhouse with a rustic metal frame and plants below.
Interior · Indoor · Mixed
Cozy indoor seating area with two chairs and potted plants by a large window.
Interior · Indoor · Golden Hour
A park area with trees and a no smoking sign, featuring a pathway and flower beds.
Nature · Outdoor · Golden Hour
A pathway with construction barriers, a pedestrian sign pointing left, and trees in the background.
Street · Urban · Golden Hour
A close-up of a vintage key hanging in focus with a blurred urban background featuring construction signs.
Other · Urban · Golden Hour
A serene view of a calm water body reflecting palm trees and modern architecture under soft sunlight.
Landscape · Coastal · Golden Hour
A man sitting alone on a plastic chair in a shaded area with orange railings and a beige wall.
Street · Urban · Mixed
A cozy indoor market stall filled with various handmade crafts and decorative items.
Other · Indoor · Mixed
A cozy cafe entrance with a decorative cart and a potted plant, illuminated by soft indoor lighting.
Interior · Indoor · Indoor Window
A sandy-colored architectural structure with a tower and wooden awnings in a garden setting.
Architecture · Outdoor · Overcast
A traditional wind tower stands against a beige sky, surrounded by palm trees and a stone wall.
Architecture · Outdoor · Overcast
A cozy coffee shop counter with espresso machines, grinders, and decorative elements.
Interior · Indoor · Mixed
A coffee station featuring espresso machines, grinders, and cups, illuminated with warm lighting.
Food · Indoor · Golden Hour
A peacock standing in an indoor setting with a beige wall and feeding containers.
Wildlife · Indoor · Mixed
A dimly lit outdoor restaurant with string lights illuminating the patio area at night.
Architecture · Outdoor · Night
Two silhouetted figures walking along a path in a park at night, illuminated by streetlights.
Street · Outdoor · Night
Two figures walking towards a lit pathway in a park at night, surrounded by trees and soft lighting.
Street · Outdoor · Night
A dimly lit park at night with trees and a street lamp illuminating the path.
Nature · Urban · Night
Night scene in a park with trees and lampposts illuminating the pathway.
Nature · Outdoor · Night
Exterior view of Shake Shack restaurant at night, illuminated signage and modern architecture.
Architecture · Urban · Night
A basketball hoop in a park with trees and a distant player, under a hazy sky.
Sport · Outdoor · Overcast
A quiet pathway lined with palm trees and a bench under a hazy sky.
Landscape · Urban · Overcast
A street lamp surrounded by palm trees under a cloudy sky in an outdoor setting.
Landscape · Outdoor · Overcast
A quiet park pathway with a bench surrounded by greenery and palm trees under a cloudy sky.
Nature · Outdoor · Overcast
A coffee bar setup featuring espresso machines, grinders, and various coffee accessories.
Food · Indoor · Mixed
A vintage orange car parked on a green lawn with palm trees in the background.
Automotive · Outdoor · Harsh Midday
A street lamp beside a white building with palm trees and a sunny atmosphere.
Architecture · Outdoor · Golden Hour
Interior of a greenhouse with rows of plants and a pathway in between.
Nature · Indoor · Mixed
A camel with a halter looking out from a pen, surrounded by palm trees under a bright sky.
Wildlife · Outdoor · Harsh Midday
Two deer in a sandy enclosure under a roof with sunlight filtering through.
Wildlife · Indoor · Mixed
A deer grazing on sandy ground inside a spacious enclosure with overhead beams and soft sunlight.
Wildlife · Indoor · Golden Hour
Two deer in a sandy enclosure with sunlight filtering through a roof.
Wildlife · Indoor · Mixed
A young deer grazing on sandy ground in a shaded enclosure with soft sunlight filtering through.
Wildlife · Indoor · Mixed
A panoramic view of modern skyscrapers in a city skyline under a hazy sky.
Architecture · Urban · Overcast
A view of modern skyscrapers reflecting in a marina with boats docked.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
A dimly lit park at night with trees and a pathway illuminated by street lamps.
Landscape · Outdoor · Night
A serene park scene at night with trees and a pathway illuminated by streetlights.
Landscape · Outdoor · Night
Interior view of a cozy cafe with warm lighting and decorative plants.
Interior · Indoor · Mixed
A cozy indoor market stall with a black cart, plants, and a world map on the wall.
Interior · Indoor · Mixed
A warm, inviting interior view through an arched glass door with a textured pattern.
Interior · Indoor · Golden Hour
A warm-lit interior view through an arched window, showcasing a cozy café setting with stools.
Interior · Indoor · Mixed
A warm-lit interior visible through an arched window at night, with a street view outside.
Interior · Urban · Night
A serene garden scene with vibrant pink flowers framing a grassy path and gentle greenery.
Nature · Outdoor · Golden Hour
A pathway surrounded by greenery and flowers in a park setting, with a gentle slope and railing.
Landscape · Outdoor · Golden Hour
A serene park scene with vibrant flowers, a pathway, and greenery under soft light.
Nature · Outdoor · Golden Hour
A photo editing interface displaying settings for a Fujifilm film simulation recipe.
Other · Unknown · Calm
Screenshot of camera specifications and settings with a dark background.
Other · Unknown · Calm

Notes & caveatsWhat it nails, what to watch

What it nails

  • Vibrant colours with a nostalgic feel
  • Gentle highlights for softer skies
  • Ideal for urban and street scenes
  • Subtle cool tone adds mood

What to watch

  • Not ideal for studio portraits
  • Cool shift may affect skin tones

Explore similar

StreetUrbanOvercast

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. On X-Trans V bodies, blue renders more deeply. If you adapt this recipe to X-Trans V, reduce Color Chrome FX Blue by one step (Weak → Off).

Tested sensors & cameras

X-Trans IVGFXX-E4X-Pro3X-S10X-T30-IIX-T4X100VGFX100S

Best forWhen to reach for it

September Summer excels in street and urban photography, especially during golden hour or overcast conditions. Its warm hues and nostalgic mood bring urban scenes to life, yet it may not suit studio portraits or landscapes needing a more neutral tone.

Best for

Scenes and subjects this recipe is tuned for.

StreetUrbanOvercast

Less suited to

Where another look will likely serve you better.

Studio portraitsPure landscape
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Frequently asked questions

What cameras work with September Summer?

It works on X-Trans IV and GFX sensors like X-E4, X-Pro3, and GFX100S.

What conditions suit September Summer best?

It's best for street and urban scenes, especially during overcast or golden-hour lighting.

Why is it not good for studio portraits?

The cool shift and vibrant colours may not flatter skin tones in controlled lighting.