{"id":341076,"date":"2026-01-08T05:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-08T05:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fujifilm-x.com\/?post_type=story&p=341076"},"modified":"2025-12-25T02:29:53","modified_gmt":"2025-12-25T02:29:53","slug":"classic-chrome-fs-recipe-x-mia-moran","status":"publish","type":"story","link":"https:\/\/www.fujifilm-x.com\/uk-ua\/stories\/classic-chrome-fs-recipe-x-mia-moran\/","title":{"rendered":"CLASSIC CHROME FS RECIPE x Mia Moran"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Mia Moran uses a custom CLASSIC CHROME FS RECIPE to document daily moments with nostalgic, film-like warmth<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For Mia Moran, creativity is an everyday practice that thrives both on set and out in the world. From client film projects to spontaneous road trips, she is always looking for ways to tell a story. She finds inspiration in documenting her life in a way that feels intentional yet effortless, sharing moments that reflect how she experiences them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recently, Mia brought that approach to a new challenge: creating a custom FS RECIPE on FUJIFILM X-E5, starting with CLASSIC CHROME as a base. Her aim was simple but deliberate: to craft a warm, versatile look that could move with her, whether she was traveling or working close to home, and produce finished images straight out of camera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo 2025 \u00a9 Mia Moran | FUJIFILM X-E5 and FUJINON XF23mmF2.8 R WR, 1\/4000 sec at F5, ISO 800<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Joy of Creating in the Moment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBeing able to create on the go is essential to me,\u201d Mia says. \u201cI love documenting life\u2019s moments without needing to edit my photos or think too hard about the image-making process. It\u2019s all about recording the moments and having fun.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That immediacy is a welcome counterbalance to her client video work, which can take months from concept to completion. Personal photography offers a creative reset and a chance to enjoy the results right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cMaking photos for myself is like a visual photo diary and time capsule,\u201d she explains. \u201cIt\u2019s a healthy, fun, and creative balance to make photos without the need to spend so long editing.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Daily documentation is not only about preserving memories, as far as Mia is concerned. It is an ongoing exercise in creative awareness \u2013 one that keeps her skills sharp and her perspective fresh by letting her respond to a moment in real time, free from the delays of post-production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo 2025 \u00a9 Mia Moran | FUJIFILM X-E5 and FUJINON XF23mmF2.8 R WR, 1\/2000 sec at F4.5, ISO 2000<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Why CLASSIC CHROME?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When selecting a base for her FS RECIPE, Mia knew exactly where to begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCLASSIC CHROME has a calm and neutral look to it,\u201d she says, \u201cIt gives you a great opportunity to create your images while looking at things in the world that complement this visual quality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Its understated character has made CLASSIC CHROME a favorite among photographers who appreciate subtle tonality \u2013 and pairs beautifully with Mia\u2019s preferred light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI love creating in golden hour, which allows for great colors and contrast between light and shadows,\u201d she says. \u201cWhether it\u2019s spontaneous road trips, street photography, or stunning landscapes while traveling, this look works beautifully.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo 2025 \u00a9 Mia Moran | FUJIFILM X-E5 and FUJINON XF23mmF2.8 R WR, 1\/2000 sec at F4.5, ISO 2000<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Building the FS RECIPE<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mia\u2019s approach to customizing her Film Simulation was thoughtful and precise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cKey customizations I made to my CLASSIC CHROME FS RECIPE are within the TONE CURVE and WHITE BALANCE,\u201d she explains. \u201cI brought it a bit warmer by keeping my WHITE BALANCE at 5700K, with R +3 and B -5. By this, I was able to make a nice, warm, but still evenly saturated and neutral look.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She kept GRAIN EFFECT to a minimum, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI wanted to keep the natural sharpness of the images to be seen through the textures, colors, and lighting contrast rather than adding it in-camera,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other adjustments (COLOR: +2, SHARPNESS: +1, CLARITY: +2, and HIGH ISO NR: -4) were selected to enhance reds and blues while preserving fine detail. Exploring during golden and blue hours allows her to bring out \u2018the warm glow and strong contrast of natural light and shadows\u2019, a signature quality in many of her favorite images.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo 2025 \u00a9 Mia Moran | FUJIFILM X-E5 and FUJINON XF23mmF2.8 R WR, 1\/1000 sec at F6.4, ISO 400<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Creative Freedom of Custom FS RECIPES<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For Mia, one of the most empowering aspects of FUJIFILM X-E5 is how easy and flexible it makes creating custom Film Simulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCreating custom FS RECIPES alongside the base looks of Film Simulations just makes it easier to create the images you envision in your head,\u201d she says. \u201cIt saves me time in the edit room and allows me to focus on creating a pretty image right in that moment. Seeing the final results just makes me fall in love with the image so much more.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That simplicity encourages experimentation, especially when traveling. If the light shifts or a scene feels different than expected, she can quickly change to another Film Simulation or fine-tune her settings, turning unexpected conditions into creative opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo 2025 \u00a9 Mia Moran | FUJIFILM X-E5 and FUJINON XF23mmF2.8 R WR, 1\/1600 sec at F4.5, ISO 2000<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Shaping the Look in-Camera<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCreating images and shaping the look in-camera saves me a ton of time, and it\u2019s ready to share with friends or online quickly,\u201d Mia says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When traveling, she often works without a laptop or editing software.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBeing able to create my images with a Film Simulation and FS RECIPE also allows for more creative ideas while making the images,\u201d she adds. Working this way keeps her focused on the moment in front of her and opens the door to unexpected results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She finds that working with a set look changes how she approaches each frame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cExperimenting with different Film Simulations while creating can lead to different results than you had originally intended,\u201d she explains. \u201cThey challenge you to look at scenes differently and think of what stands out in your images based on the chosen Film Simulation. You might end up loving something completely different than your initial idea.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo 2025 \u00a9 Mia Moran | FUJIFILM X-E5 and FUJINON XF23mmF2.8 R WR, 1\/1000 sec at F8, ISO 400<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A Tool for Creativity Anywhere<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mia\u2019s custom CLASSIC CHROME FS RECIPE is more than a set of camera settings. It is a creative approach that blends intention with spontaneity. FUJIFILM X-E5\u2019s portability and tactile controls keep it close at hand, ready for both fleeting roadside scenes and long, light-filled evenings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her philosophy reflects a truth many photographers share: when you trust your camera to deliver the look you want, you can focus fully on the experience. For Mia, that means making images that hold the feeling of a moment, without getting lost in technical distractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWhen building on top of Film Simulations, you have full creative freedom and access to adjusting them however you\u2019d like,\u201d she says. \u201cIt\u2019s about enjoying the process, staying present, and letting the creativity happen right there in front of you.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo 2025 \u00a9 Mia Moran | FUJIFILM X-E5 and FUJINON XF23mmF2.8 R WR, 1\/4000 sec at F5.6, ISO 800<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Mia Moran\u2019s “Cali Vibes” FS RECIPE<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

FILM SIMULATION: <\/strong>CLASSIC CHROME
MONOCHROMATIC COLOR:<\/strong> N\/A
GRAIN EFFECT: <\/strong>WEAK, SMALL
COLOR CHROME EFFECT:<\/strong> STRONG
COLOR CHROME FX BLUE: <\/strong>WEAK
SMOOTH SKIN EFFECT: <\/strong>OFF
WHITE BALANCE: <\/strong>5700K \/ R +3, B -5
DYNAMIC RANGE:<\/strong> DR-P
D RANGE PRIORITY: <\/strong>AUTO
TONE CURVE:<\/strong> H 0, S 0
COLOR: <\/strong>+2
SHARPNESS:<\/strong> +1
HIGH ISO NR:<\/strong> -4
CLARITY: <\/strong>+2<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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