Difficulty
Intermediate
X-Trans VClassic ChromeColour4 photos
Summer '89 Recipe
This filmic recipe casts a warm glow with nostalgic tones, ideal for travel and street photography.
Film simulation
Classic Chrome
Tested on
X-E5
Sample frames
4
The lookWhy this one earns a slot
Summer '89 brings a beautiful, nostalgic warmth to your images, reminiscent of aged film with a touch of urban charm. The warm, earthy tones and reduced contrast give photos a laid-back, vintage feel, while the cooler shifts add a subtle bluish cast that softens the overall look. The large, strong grain enhances the filmic texture, particularly in everyday street scenes. The recipe thrives in golden-hour light, where it captures a nostalgic glow without overpowering the scene. It excels in urban landscapes and travel photography, infusing moments with a cinematic quality that feels both timeless and contemporary. Though it might struggle in studio settings, its charm shines outdoors, where it can transform mundane scenes into something extraordinary.
The settingsThe recipe
Classic Chrome · X-Trans V
Unlock the full recipe
The white balance, tone curve, grain and ISO for Summer '89 are part of Fuji Pic Premium. Get them in the app, then load the recipe straight onto your camera.
Free to download · iPhone and AndroidHow 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 Classic Chrome.
- Enter each value from the recipe's card in the Fuji Pic app, then save the slot.
- Select that slot to shoot Summer '89 JPEGs straight out of camera.
Sample framesShot on this recipe
Notes & caveatsWhat it nails, what to watch
What it nails
- Warm, nostalgic film-like tones
- Perfect for golden-hour lighting
- Adds cinematic quality to urban scenes
- Gentle contrast for a dreamy look
What to watch
- Not ideal for studio portraits
- Cool WB shift may affect skin tones
- Strong grain noticeable at high ISO
Explore similar
StreetTravelDaily 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.
Best forWhen to reach for it
This recipe is perfect for capturing street scenes and travel moments during golden hour. The warm tones and gentle contrast enhance the natural beauty of daily life. It's less suitable for studio portraits, as it thrives on natural light and outdoor settings, adding warmth and nostalgia to daily life.
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
Frequently asked questions
Which cameras support Summer '89?
Summer '89 is confirmed for X-Trans V and GFX cameras. The listed bodies include the X-E5, X-H2, X-H2S, X-M5, X-S20, X-T30 III, X-T5, X-T50, X100VI, GFX100 II, GFX100RF, and GFX100S II. The recipe is configured through the in-camera Custom Setting menu on X-Trans V bodies.
What scenes suit Summer '89 best?
Summer '89 fits naturally into outdoor scenes with a relaxed, nostalgic character. This works best across beach activity, palm-lined streets, urban surroundings, and city views, supporting its use for street and travel photography where the warm, aged-film character can complement everyday surroundings.
Does the hazy quality in the sample photos come from the recipe?
Not necessarily. The recipe is described as having nostalgic warmth and a character reminiscent of aged film, but the visible haze in a photograph can also come from atmospheric conditions at the time of shooting.
When should you avoid using Summer '89?
Summer '89 may not be the best choice when you want a crisp, highly defined rendering with a cleaner, more precise visual character. Its documented direction toward nostalgic warmth, reduced contrast, and an aged-film feel makes it better suited to relaxed outdoor imagery than scenes where clarity and a polished studio appearance are the priority.
Why is the recipe called Summer '89?
The name fits the recipe's nostalgic visual direction, which is described as warm, laid-back, and reminiscent of aged film. Rather than pointing to a confirmed technical feature, “Summer '89” can be understood as an evocative reference to the kind of late-1980s snapshot aesthetic that the recipe is intended to suggest.
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