Difficulty
Intermediate
X-Trans IVClassic NegativeColour4 photos
Warm Night Recipe
Capture the warmth of late summer with nostalgic, vibrant tones.
Film simulation
Classic Negative
Tested on
X-E4
Sample frames
4
The lookWhy this one earns a slot
The Warm Night recipe channels the nostalgic warmth and vibrant hues of late summer days. With a distinctly vintage vibe, it exudes a classic film character akin to faded prints from the 70s. The Classic Negative film simulation delivers deep, rich colours while maintaining soft shadows and gentle highlights, perfect for evocative storytelling. The recipe's subtle cool-blue shift adds a touch of moodiness, ideal for capturing urban environments under overcast skies or during the golden hour. This look brings out the best in street scenes and urban snapshots, where the interplay of light and shadow creates a timeless, cinematic feel. However, it may not be the best fit for studio portraits or expansive landscapes where a more neutral tone is required.
The settingsThe recipe
Classic Negative · X-Trans IV
- Film Simulation
- Classic Negative
- Dynamic Range
- DR400
- White Balance
- Custom Kelvin, 5500K, +3 R / −7 B
- Highlight
- −1
- Shadow
- −1
- Color
- +1
- Sharpness
- 0
- Noise Reduction
- −4
- Clarity
- −4
- Grain
- Weak, Small
- Color Chrome Effect
- Off
- Color Chrome FX Blue
- Weak
- ISO
- 6400
- Exposure Comp.
- 0 to +1
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 Classic Negative.
- Enter each value from the settings above, then save the slot.
- Select that slot to shoot Warm Night JPEGs straight out of camera.
Sample framesShot on this recipe
Notes & caveatsWhat it nails, what to watch
What it nails
- Vibrant colours with a nostalgic feel
- Gentle highlights for softer skies
- Ideal for urban and street scenes
- Subtle cool tone adds mood
What to watch
- Not ideal for studio portraits
- Cool shift may affect skin tones
Explore similar
StreetUrbanOvercast
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. On X-Trans V bodies, blue renders more deeply. If you adapt this recipe to X-Trans V, reduce Color Chrome FX Blue by one step (Weak → Off).
Best forWhen to reach for it
Warm Night excels in street and urban photography, especially during golden hour or overcast conditions. Its warm hues and nostalgic mood bring urban scenes to life, yet it may not suit studio portraits or landscapes needing a more neutral tone.
Best for
Scenes and subjects this recipe is tuned for.
StreetUrbanOvercast
Less suited to
Where another look will likely serve you better.
Studio portraitsPure landscape
Frequently asked questions
What cameras work with Warm Night?
It works on X-Trans IV and GFX sensors like X-E4, X-Pro3, and GFX100S.
What conditions suit Warm Night best?
It's best for street and urban scenes, especially during overcast or golden-hour lighting.
Why is it not good for studio portraits?
The cool shift and vibrant colours may not flatter skin tones in controlled lighting.
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