Difficulty
Intermediate
X-Trans IVVelviaColour4 photos
Velvia Punch Recipe
Elevate your landscapes with vivid colours and striking contrasts, capturing scenes with dramatic flair.
Film simulation
Velvia
Tested on
X-E4
Sample frames
4
The lookWhy this one earns a slot
Beware My Velva (Fujix) channels the vintage look of classic Velvia film, renowned for its bold, eye-catching colours and strong contrast. This recipe accentuates vibrant hues with a rich saturation, making it perfect for outdoor scenes where nature's palette shines brightest. Expect greens to pop with life and blues to appear deep and inviting. Its strong colour chrome effects add depth, turning everyday scenes into striking compositions. While the highlights and shadows are pushed to illuminate and define, the overall image remains smooth, thanks to the subtle grain. It excels in transforming mundane settings into visually arresting vistas.
The settingsThe recipe
Velvia · X-Trans IV
- Film Simulation
- Velvia
- Dynamic Range
- DR200
- White Balance
- Custom Kelvin, 6590K, −9 R
- Highlight
- +2
- Shadow
- +2
- Color
- +4
- Sharpness
- +1
- Noise Reduction
- −4
- Clarity
- 0
- Grain
- Weak, Small
- Color Chrome Effect
- Strong
- Color Chrome FX Blue
- Strong
- ISO
- 6400
- Exposure Comp.
- 0 to +2/3
How 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 Velvia.
- Enter each value from the settings above, then save the slot.
- Select that slot to shoot Velvia Punch JPEGs straight out of camera.
Sample framesShot on this recipe
Notes & caveatsWhat it nails, what to watch
What it nails
- Vibrant, punchy colours for outdoor scenes.
- Strong contrast adds drama to landscapes.
- Smooth texture with subtle grain.
- Great for capturing vivid greens.
What to watch
- Not ideal for skin tones.
- Can be overpowering in low contrast scenes.
Explore similar
LandscapeSaturatedOutdoor
CompatibilityWill it work on your camera?
Tested across the X-Trans IV, X-Trans V and GFX generations — compatibility is defined by sensor, so any body on these generations can run it. The X-T3 and X-T30 don't offer Clarity, Grain Size or Color Chrome FX Blue — skip those values on those two bodies.
Best forWhen to reach for it
Ideal for bright, outdoor settings where you want to capture nature's vibrancy. Perfect for landscapes and saturated environments. Avoid using in low contrast or indoor settings where skin tones are important. The recipe excels in bringing out the drama in skies and foliage.
Best for
Scenes and subjects this recipe is tuned for.
LandscapeSaturatedOutdoor
Less suited to
Where another look will likely serve you better.
Skin tonesLow contrast scenes
Frequently asked questions
What cameras are compatible with this recipe?
This recipe works with Fujifilm X-Trans IV, V, and GFX sensors like X-T5 and GFX100S.
When should I avoid using this recipe?
Avoid low contrast scenes and portraits, as it may not render skin tones well.
What scenes work best with Beware My Velva?
Outdoor landscapes and scenes with vibrant colours are ideal for this bold recipe.
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