Classic Negative Fade

This film simulation by Luis Costa has become my favorite for capturing everyday moments, with its warm tones and subtly faded look. It shines on sunny days but performs well in various lighting conditions, including at night and indoors. For more of Luis Costa’s recipes, be sure to check out his blog.

• Film simulation: Classic Negative

• Dynamic Range: DR400

• White Balance: Auto

• WB Shift: +2 Red, -5 Blue

• Highlights: -1

• Shadows: -1

• Color: -1

• Noise reduction: -4

• Clarity: 0

• Sharpening: -4

• Grain effect: Strong

• Grain size: Small

• Color chrome Effect: Strong

• Color chrome FX blue: Weak

• Exposure compensation: usually between +2/3 and +1, adjust as necessary