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X-Trans IVClassic ChromeColour48 photos

Vintage Agfacolor Recipe

Bring a nostalgic warmth to your street photography with Vintage Agfacolor.

Fuji Pic StudioTested on real gear · X-E3 · Updated June 8, 2026
Palm trees and hanging flower pots along a street with parked cars in the background.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Film simulation
Classic Chrome
Tested on
X-E3
Sample frames
48

The lookWhy this one earns a slot

Vintage Agfacolor captures the essence of warm, nostalgic street scenes with a classic film feel. This recipe channels the look of old Agfacolor film, offering an inviting warmth that permeates each frame. The Classic Chrome simulation delivers soft, muted tones with a gentle contrast that renders scenes with a dreamy quality, reminiscent of cherished memories. The strong grain adds a tangible texture, evoking the tactile nature of traditional film. Urban environments under the midday sun gain a vibrant yet mellow appearance, with highlights that shimmer softly and shadows that gently embrace details. This recipe shines when capturing the everyday bustle of streets, imparting a uniquely timeless character to modern settings.

The settingsThe recipe

Classic Chrome · X-Trans IV

Film Simulation
Classic Chrome
Dynamic Range
Auto
White Balance
Auto, −3 R / −4 B
Highlight
+2
Shadow
−1
Color
−4
Sharpness
0
Noise Reduction
−3
Clarity
0
Grain
Strong
ISO
6400
Exposure Comp.
-1/3 to +2/3

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 Vintage Agfacolor JPEGs straight out of camera.

Sample framesShot on this recipe

Two yellow swings in an urban setting with a person sitting on one swing, sunlight casting shadows.
Street · Urban · Harsh Midday
Two yellow swings under a modern building with a minimalist design and greenery around.
Other · Urban · Harsh Midday
A modern urban plaza lined with palm trees and a circular sculpture, surrounded by tall buildings.
Architecture · Urban · Overcast
A modern urban plaza lined with palm trees and a circular sculpture, with skyscrapers in the background.
Architecture · Urban · Other
A modern urban plaza with palm trees and a circular sculpture, surrounded by tall buildings.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
A modern cable-stayed bridge against a clear sky, with green grass in the foreground.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
A modern cable-stayed bridge against a clear sky, with green grass in the foreground.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
A modern cable-stayed bridge with a tall central pylon against a clear sky.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
A modern cable-stayed bridge with a clear sky and green grass in the foreground.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
Silhouetted skyscrapers against a bright, hazy sky with palm trees in the foreground.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
Silhouetted skyscrapers against a hazy sky with green grass in the foreground.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
Silhouetted skyscrapers against a bright sky with a grassy foreground.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
Two tall buildings shrouded in fog with a highway and greenery in the foreground.
Architecture · Urban · Overcast
Two tall buildings shrouded in mist with a highway in the foreground.
Architecture · Urban · Overcast
A person riding a scooter on a wide, empty pathway lined with a decorative fence and greenery.
Street · Urban · Unknown
Silhouette of modern buildings against a bright sky, with green grass in the foreground.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
Two tall buildings partially obscured by fog, with a tree in the foreground.
Architecture · Urban · Overcast
Silhouetted modern buildings against a bright sky, with green grass in the foreground.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
Two tall buildings partially obscured by bright sunlight, with green grass in the foreground.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
Tall modern buildings shrouded in haze with green bushes in the foreground.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
Silhouetted skyscrapers against a bright sky with a grassy foreground.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
A modern cable-stayed bridge with a clear blue sky in the background, surrounded by green grass.
Architecture · Outdoor · Harsh Midday
A modern cable-stayed bridge with a tall central pylon against a clear sky.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
A close-up view of a foot in a white sneaker stepping on a gravel surface.
Other · Outdoor · Harsh Midday
A palm tree archway with hanging pots in a suburban setting, cars parked along the street.
Landscape · Urban · Harsh Midday
A person riding a bicycle on a quiet street beside modern buildings with garage doors.
Street · Urban · Overcast
A serene park pathway lined with trees and benches under clear skies.
Nature · Outdoor · Harsh Midday
A park scene with tall trees and a modern building in the background under a clear blue sky.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
A modern amphitheater surrounded by palm trees and green grass under a clear sky.
Architecture · Outdoor · Harsh Midday
A green park area with palm trees and modern skyscrapers in the background under a clear sky.
Landscape · Urban · Harsh Midday
View of modern skyscrapers with a green park in the foreground under clear skies.
Architecture · Urban · Harsh Midday
Looking up through a circular structure with a clear blue sky above.
Architecture · Outdoor · Unknown
Looking up from inside a cylindrical structure with white supports against a clear blue sky.
Architecture · Outdoor · Harsh Midday
Two people sitting on a bench in a park, partially obscured by a large canopy structure.
Street · Outdoor · Harsh Midday
Two people sitting on a bench in a park surrounded by trees and green grass.
Street · Outdoor · Golden Hour
A tall architectural structure framed by trees in a park setting under clear skies.
Architecture · Outdoor · Harsh Midday
A sunlit park scene with a bench, palm trees, and tall buildings in the background.
Landscape · Urban · Harsh Midday
A sunlit park scene with a bench, palm trees, and skyscrapers in the background.
Landscape · Urban · Golden Hour
A traditional-style building with a tiered roof, surrounded by neatly trimmed bushes and palm trees.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
Two people walking towards a traditional-style building surrounded by neatly trimmed bushes and modern skyscrapers.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
A park scene with trees and a distant bridge structure under a clear sky.
Landscape · Outdoor · Harsh Midday
A modern building resembling a castle structure surrounded by greenery and urban skyscrapers.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
A person walking on a grassy field surrounded by trees and buildings under a clear sky.
Landscape · Outdoor · Unknown
A park scene with trees lining a pathway, green grass, and a few benches in the background.
Landscape · Outdoor · Overcast
Screenshot of Fujifilm film simulation settings with various adjustments and notes.
Other · Unknown
Screenshot of camera settings and film simulation recipe titled 'Vintage Agfacolor'.
Other · Unknown · Dramatic
A vintage-style photo with a classic chrome film simulation, featuring urban elements and a moody atmosphere.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown

Notes & caveatsWhat it nails, what to watch

What it nails

  • Warm nostalgic tones throughout
  • Dreamy, soft contrast feel
  • Strong grain adds texture
  • Mutates modern scenes to vintage

What to watch

  • Cool WB shift affects skin tones
  • Strong grain may overwhelm fine detail
  • Overexposure can wash out highlights

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CompatibilityWill it work on your camera?

Tested across the X-Trans IV, X-Trans III and GFX generations — compatibility is defined by sensor, so any body on these generations can run it. This recipe is tuned for X-Trans IV. It will work on X-Trans V, but blue can render more deeply there — adjust to taste.

Tested sensors & cameras

X-Trans IVX-Trans IIIGFXX-E3X-H1X-Pro2X-T2X-T20X-T3X-T30X100FGFX100

Best forWhen to reach for it

Perfect for capturing street and travel photography, especially in daylight. The recipe excels in outdoor, urban settings where its warmth and texture shine. Less suited for studio portraits due to its specific colour and contrast balance, which may not flatter all skin 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 work with Vintage Agfacolor?

Compatible with X-E3, X-H1, X-Pro2, X-T2, X-T20, X-T3, X-T30, X100F, and GFX100.

Is Vintage Agfacolor suitable for studio portraits?

It's less ideal for studio portraits due to its specific colour and contrast settings, which may not be flattering for all skin tones.

What lighting suits Vintage Agfacolor best?

Best suited for outdoor, urban settings in daylight, especially under midday sun for its warm, nostalgic feel.