Vintage Fade Film - Film Simulation for Ricoh GR III and GR IIIx

vintage fade film - Ricoh gr iii film simulation recipe

This week, I stepped away from my usual preference of creating versatile film simulations for my Ricoh GR III and tried something a bit more eclectic. I was determined to create a recipe using the built in Cross-Process picture profile as a base. I’ve never been fond of Cross-Process but I thought I would give it a try anyway. I adjusted the picture profile to the magenta setting, made a few tweaks to the contrast and shading, and then took my Ricoh out on the streets of Athens, Greece. My final result was Blueberry Film 400.

This definitely isn’t going to be a recipe for everyone but I thought I’d share it anyway. I find that recipes grow on me after using them for a while. I often look at sample images and snub my nose at them, but later come to appreciate the recipe for what it offers. Plus, it’s always nice to see the world in a different perspective, even if it’s just for one photography session.

outdoor market in vlore, albania - vintage fade film - Ricoh gr iii film simulation recipe
Vlore, Albania - vintage fade film - Ricoh gr iii film simulation recipe

You can find the recipe below. If you don’t know how to input a film recipe into your Ricoh GR III, I wrote and article and created a video explaining the process.

I’ve made the film recipe free as a way to give back to the Ricoh community. I hope you enjoy it. If you try the recipe and upload to Instagram, tag your photos #RicohFilmRecipes… I would love to see your work!

Enjoy!

- Recipe -

HIGHLIGHT CORRECTION: On

SHADOW CORRECTION: High

PERIPHERAL ILLUM. CORR.: On

NOISE REDUCTION: Auto

WHITE BALANCE: Fl. Daylight Color

WB COMP. A/B: A:0

WB COMP. G/M: M:0

ISO: Up to 6400

EXPOSURE COMPENSATION: -1/3 to 0

EFFECT: Bleach Bypass

SATURATION: +3

HUE: 0

HIGH/LOW KEY: +4

CONTRAST: 0

CONTRAST (HIGHLIGHT): +3

CONTRAST (SHADOW): -2

SHARPNESS: 0

TONING: Red

SHADING: +1

CLARITY: -1

- Sample Shots -

vlore, albania - vintage fade film - Ricoh gr iii film simulation recipe
vegitable stand - vintage fade film - Ricoh gr iii film simulation recipe
men on bikes in vlore, albania - vintage fade film - Ricoh gr iii film simulation recipe
men talking outside in vlore albania - vintage fade film - Ricoh gr iii film simulation recipe
albanian flag in vlore albania - vintage fade film - Ricoh gr iii film simulation recipe
outdoor market in albania - vintage fade film - Ricoh gr iii film simulation recipe
woman knitting in vlore albania - vintage fade film - Ricoh gr iii film simulation recipe
man selling plants in vlore albania at the market - vintage fade film - Ricoh gr iii film simulation recipe
olive salesman in vlore albania - vintage fade film - Ricoh gr iii film simulation recipe
seeds and nuts for sale in vlore albania - vintage fade film - Ricoh gr iii film simulation recipe
people on the bus in vlore albania - vintage fade film - Ricoh gr iii film simulation recipe
ice cream stand - vintage fade film - Ricoh gr iii film simulation recipe
Luke Taylor - Photographer

I’m an enthusiast photographer and videographer. I enjoy photographing with manual focus and reviewing m-mount lenses adapted to all camera formats. My favorite camera is my Olympus e-m1 mark ii.

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