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Vivid Velvia Recipe

Vivid Velvia captures nature's palette with unmatched richness.

Fuji Pic StudioTested on real gear · X-E4 · Updated June 8, 2026
A sunset view from a bridge with silhouettes of people and vibrant colors in the sky.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Film simulation
Velvia
Tested on
X-E4
Sample frames
72

The lookWhy this one earns a slot

Vivid Velvia is a nod to the legendary Velvia film stock, known for its intense saturation and striking contrasts. This recipe excels in amplifying colours, making landscapes and vibrant outdoor scenes burst with life. You get deeply saturated blues and greens, while sunset scenes glow with rich, warm hues. The delicate clarity adjustment adds a punch to details without overwhelming sharpness. Highlights and shadows are slightly reduced to preserve detail in high-contrast settings. The subtle cool cast from the white balance shift enhances the cinematic feel, giving your images an alluring depth. It's a recipe that thrives in golden hour magic, turning everyday scenes into a vibrant tapestry of colour.

The settingsThe recipe

Velvia · X-Trans IV

Film Simulation
Velvia
Dynamic Range
DR400
White Balance
Auto Ambience Priority, +1 R / −3 B
Highlight
−1
Shadow
−1
Color
+4
Sharpness
+1
Noise Reduction
−4
Clarity
+3
Grain
Weak, Small
Color Chrome Effect
Strong
Color Chrome FX Blue
Weak
ISO
6400
Exposure Comp.
+1/3 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 Velvia.
  3. Enter each value from the settings above, then save the slot.
  4. Select that slot to shoot Vivid Velvia JPEGs straight out of camera.

Sample framesShot on this recipe

Aerial view of a circular dock extending into dark water, with a yellow barrier floating nearby.
Architecture · Urban · Unknown
Close-up of a modern bridge structure with cables and a lamp against a clear sky during sunset.
Architecture · Outdoor · Golden Hour
A sunset view from a modern bridge with flags and silhouettes of people walking.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
A serene waterfront scene with buildings along a riverbank at dawn, reflecting soft light.
Landscape · Urban · Golden Hour
A serene view of a river with city skyline in the background during sunset, featuring buildings and calm water.
Landscape · Urban · Golden Hour
Sunset over a bridge with decorative flags and streetlights silhouetted against a pastel sky.
Landscape · Urban · Golden Hour
A waterfront scene featuring a wooden ramp and boats on the water with buildings in the background.
Landscape · Water · Golden Hour
A row of seagulls perched on a metal structure against a clear sky and city skyline.
Wildlife · Urban · Golden Hour
A colorful wooden structure by the water with a flag, surrounded by flying birds and city buildings in the background.
Architecture · Coastal · Golden Hour
Wooden boat canopy with red roof over water, city skyline in background under bright sunlight.
Architecture · Water · Golden Hour
A sunny urban scene with people interacting near a tree and modern buildings.
Street · Urban · Golden Hour
A charming outdoor display of decorative items and furniture in a vibrant setting.
Interior · Outdoor · Golden Hour
Clay pots and decorative items displayed on a shelf with warm sunlight illuminating the scene.
Still Life · Indoor · Golden Hour
A vibrant display of clay pots and decorative items in a market stall, illuminated by warm sunlight.
Product · Urban · Golden Hour
A red boat with a canopy floats on water surrounded by seagulls in flight during golden hour.
Nature · Water · Golden Hour
A traditional boat on water surrounded by flying seagulls with a city skyline in the background.
Travel · Water · Golden Hour
A cozy outdoor dining area with woven chairs and tables surrounded by greenery.
Interior · Outdoor · Unknown
A quiet urban street with palm trees and a car, bathed in soft morning light.
Street · Urban · Golden Hour
A quiet urban street with a yellow building, palm trees, and a distant bus under soft morning light.
Street · Urban · Golden Hour
A street view with buildings on either side and a large billboard in the distance under a clear sky.
Street · Urban · Unknown
A street scene at dusk featuring a ferris wheel in the background and illuminated signage.
Street · Urban · Blue Hour
A scenic view of a waterfront promenade with palm trees and a large illuminated ferris wheel in the background.
Landscape · Outdoor · Golden Hour
A scenic view of a waterfront area with palm trees, a large Ferris wheel, and two people walking.
Street · Urban · Golden Hour
A serene waterfront scene featuring a large Ferris wheel in the background, palm trees lining the path.
Landscape · Outdoor · Golden Hour
Silhouetted figures walking towards a large ferris wheel at dusk, surrounded by palm trees.
Architecture · Urban · Blue Hour
Two people standing on a beach under a shaded structure, with colorful inflatable structures in the water.
Street · Coastal · Overcast
Two beach loungers under a canopy with a view of the ocean and distant amusement rides.
Landscape · Coastal · Morning
Two beach chairs under a canopy with a view of the sea and distant amusement rides.
Landscape · Coastal · Morning
Two beach cabanas facing a water park with inflatable structures and seagulls flying above.
Landscape · Coastal · Unknown
View of colorful inflatable water park structures from a shaded seating area by the water.
Landscape · Coastal · Unknown
A green and white kiosk with palm trees and modern buildings in the background, set in a coastal urban area.
Architecture · Urban · Morning
A misty urban scene featuring a walkway above a street with vintage street lamps and modern buildings.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
A quiet urban street with a bridge overhead, buildings in the background, and soft morning light.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
A hazy urban street scene featuring tall buildings and a pedestrian bridge.
Street · Urban · Overcast
A row of seagulls perched on a metal railing against a clear sky and city backdrop.
Nature · Urban · Golden Hour
A colorful wooden structure by the water with birds flying around and a city skyline in the background.
Architecture · Water · Golden Hour
A wooden boat's canopy with a red roof overlooking a body of water and city skyline in the background.
Landscape · Water · Golden Hour
Clay pots and jars displayed on a shelf, illuminated by warm sunlight in a vibrant market.
Still Life · Urban · Golden Hour
A red boat with a canopy floats on water, surrounded by seagulls in flight during golden hour.
Travel · Water · Golden Hour
A wooden boat on water surrounded by seagulls in flight, with a city skyline in the background.
Nature · Water · Golden Hour
Outdoor dining area with woven chairs and tables surrounded by greenery.
Interior · Outdoor · Unknown
A scenic view of a waterfront area featuring a large Ferris wheel and palm trees under a clear sky.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
Two people standing on a beach under a shaded structure, with colorful inflatable toys in the water.
Street · Coastal · Overcast
View of colorful inflatable water park structures from a shaded seating area by the water.
Landscape · Coastal · Unknown
A foggy urban scene with a bridge overhead and a cobblestone street lined with lampposts.
Street · Urban · Overcast
A sunset view from a bridge with silhouetted arches and people enjoying the scene.
Landscape · Urban · Golden Hour
A serene riverside scene with buildings and a walkway along the water at dawn.
Landscape · Urban · Golden Hour
A quiet urban street with a light haze, featuring a cobblestone road, palm trees, and a yellow bus.
Street · Urban · Golden Hour
Two beach cabanas facing a colorful inflatable water park in the distance, with seagulls flying above.
Landscape · Coastal · Unknown
A green and white kiosk with palm trees and modern buildings in the background, set in an urban environment.
Architecture · Urban · Morning
Aerial view of a circular dock extending into dark water with a yellow barrier floating nearby.
Architecture · Water · Unknown
A sunset view from a modern pedestrian bridge with flags and silhouettes of people walking.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
A city street at dusk with a large illuminated ferris wheel in the background and a cafe in the foreground.
Street · Urban · Blue Hour
A waterfront scene featuring a ramp and boats with a city skyline in the background under a clear sky.
Landscape · Water · Golden Hour
A vibrant urban scene with people interacting near a tree and modern buildings under bright sunlight.
Street · Urban · Harsh Midday
A charming outdoor display featuring white furniture and decorative pottery amidst greenery.
Interior · Outdoor · Golden Hour
A vibrant display of clay pots and decorative items in a shop, illuminated by warm sunlight.
Product · Urban · Golden Hour
A quiet urban street with palm trees and a car, bathed in soft morning light.
Street · Urban · Golden Hour
Urban street scene with buildings on either side and a large billboard in the distance.
Street · Urban · Evening
A waterfront scene featuring a large Ferris wheel illuminated against a twilight sky, surrounded by palm trees.
Landscape · Coastal · Blue Hour
A quiet waterfront scene featuring a large Ferris wheel illuminated against a blue sky.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
Silhouette of a person walking towards a large ferris wheel at dusk, surrounded by palm trees.
Architecture · Urban · Blue Hour
Two beach loungers under a canopy facing the ocean, with people walking along the shore in the background.
Landscape · Coastal · Morning
Beach scene with a shaded seating area overlooking the calm sea and two people walking along the shore.
Landscape · Coastal · Morning
Urban street scene with buildings, a pedestrian bridge, and vehicles under soft light.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
A hazy urban scene with modern skyscrapers and a pedestrian bridge crossing the street.
Architecture · Urban · Overcast
Close-up of a modern bridge structure with cables and a lamp against a clear sky.
Architecture · Outdoor · Golden Hour
A serene view of a riverbank at dusk with city skyline in the background and soft pastel colors in the sky.
Landscape · Urban · Golden Hour
Sunset over a cityscape with streetlights and colorful banners along a bridge.
Architecture · Urban · Golden Hour
Settings for Fujifilm Vivid Velvia film simulation with various adjustments listed.
Other · Unknown
Settings for a Fujifilm film simulation recipe titled 'Vivid Velvia' displayed on a smartphone screen.
Other · Indoor · Unknown

Notes & caveatsWhat it nails, what to watch

What it nails

  • Bold, vibrant colours that pop
  • Excels in golden hour lighting
  • Subtle cool cast adds drama
  • Rich, filmic look with depth

What to watch

  • May over-saturate skin tones
  • Limited in low contrast scenes
  • Cool cast can shift colour balance

Explore similar

LandscapeSaturatedOutdoor

CompatibilityWill it work on your camera?

Tested across the X-Trans IV and X-Trans V 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.

Tested sensors & cameras

X-Trans IVX-Trans VX-E4X-E5X-H2X-H2SX-M5X-S10X-S20X-T30-IIX-T30-IIIX-T4X-T5

Best forWhen to reach for it

Ideal for capturing stunning landscapes and vibrant outdoor scenes, especially during the golden hour. Avoid using it for portraits, as the strong colour saturation can be unflattering on skin tones. It's less suited for low contrast scenes, as it thrives on bold colours.

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
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Frequently asked questions

What cameras are compatible with Vivid Velvia?

The recipe works on Fujifilm models like X-E4, X-T4, X-H2, and more.

What subjects is Vivid Velvia best for?

It's best for landscapes and vibrant scenes, enhancing colours dramatically.

Why avoid Vivid Velvia for portraits?

The strong colour saturation can be unflattering for skin tones.