X-Trans IVEternaColour4 photos

Vintage Daylight Recipe

Vibrant hues and warm tones to illuminate your scenes.

Fuji Pic StudioTested on real gear · X-E4 · Updated October 19, 2026

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A fruit vendor stands in front of a colorful stall filled with various fruits under bright hanging lights.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Film simulation

Eterna

Tested on

X-E4

Sample frames

The lookWhy this one earns a slot

Vintage Daylight, based on the Eterna simulation, offers a vibrant, cinematic aesthetic tinged with warmth. Its rich, saturated colours and gentle highlights create an inviting, lively atmosphere reminiscent of vintage film. The look excels in capturing the essence of bustling street markets, lively events, or intimate, moody scenes. The high contrast between shadows and highlights enhances depth, while the soft, understated grain adds a subtle texture, evoking an authentic filmic feel. The warm colour shift lends images a nostalgic yet modern appeal. This recipe excels in golden hour conditions, where it beautifully renders the sky's hues and ambient light, making the scenes appear almost enchanting. However, it may struggle with overly bright daylight, where the vibrancy can become overwhelming.

The settingsThe recipe

Eterna · X-Trans IV

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The white balance, tone curve, grain and ISO for Vintage Daylight are part of Fuji Pic Premium. Get them in the app, then load the recipe straight onto your camera.

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Free to download · iPhone and Android

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 Eterna.
Enter each value from the recipe's card in the Fuji Pic app, then save the slot.
Select that slot to shoot Vintage Daylight JPEGs straight out of camera.

Sample framesShot on this recipe

Statue of Liberty replica in an urban setting with colorful storefronts and clear blue sky. — Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour

Colorful amusement park entrance with Asian-inspired architecture under a clear sky. — Architecture · Outdoor · Golden Hour

Colorful carnival scene with rides and booths under a pastel sky at sunset. — Event · Outdoor · Golden Hour

Notes & caveatsWhat it nails, what to watch

What it nails

Creates a nostalgic cinematic feel
Vibrant colours enhance festive scenes
Warm tones suit golden hour
Distinctive look for urban settings

What to watch

May oversaturate in harsh light
Strong shadow contrast limits detail
Cool tones less pronounced

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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.

Tested sensors & cameras

X-Trans IV GFX X-E4 X-Pro3 X-S10 X-T30-II X-T4 X100V GFX100S

Best forWhen to reach for it

Ideal for cinematic projects, this recipe shines in low-contrast lighting and during the golden hour. Best for capturing vibrant events, street scenes, and urban life. Its warm tones enhance the golden hour glow. Avoid in harsh daylight where colours may overpower.

Best for

Scenes and subjects this recipe is tuned for.

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Less suited to

Where another look will likely serve you better.

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Frequently asked questions

Which cameras support Vintage Daylight?

Vintage Daylight is designed for X-Trans IV and GFX sensors. Supported cameras include the X-E4, X-Pro3, X-S10, X-T30 II, X-T4, X100V, and GFX100S, so it works across several Fujifilm bodies using those sensor generations.

What scenes suit Vintage Daylight best?

Vintage Daylight is at its strongest when a scene has plenty of colour, atmosphere, and visual activity. Street markets, lively events, urban outings, and festive environments suit its rich cinematic rendering, while golden-hour light adds warmth and depth without making the colour feel disconnected from the scene.

What lighting conditions suit Vintage Daylight best?

Vintage Daylight works especially well in golden-hour light, when the warm colour shift complements the softer glow of the setting sun. Low-contrast conditions also help keep its rich colours inviting and controlled, while harsh daylight can push the vibrancy too far and make the overall rendering feel overwhelming.

When should you avoid using Vintage Daylight?

Harsh or overly bright daylight is the main situation to avoid because the recipe's vibrant colours can become overwhelming. Strong contrast between shadows and highlights can also limit detail, making softer lighting a better choice when you want the recipe's warm, cinematic character to remain controlled.

What kind of look does Vintage Daylight create?

Vintage Daylight creates a vibrant cinematic look with a noticeable warmth and rich colour. Its gentle highlights and understated grain give street scenes, colourful events, and golden-hour subjects a nostalgic film character while keeping the overall image lively and inviting.