The new PictureFX Channel Swap for IR Lut is designed for enhancing photos taken with infrared (IR) filters like 550nm, 590nm, 665nm, and 720nm. Simply load your IR picture into your preferred image editor, apply the PictureFX Lut, and fine-tune settings like White Balance and Contrast for desired effects. Perfect for transforming your IR shots... Continue Reading →
For quite a while, I had been shooting in both Raw and Jpg. It seemed like a smart approach – capturing images in both formats provided flexibility, allowing me to have the high-quality Raw files for editing and the more readily accessible Jpg's for quick sharing or viewing. However, as time passed, I began to... Continue Reading →
Hey everyone, what started for me – back when I was using Fujifilm cameras myself – as a dedicated effort to gather as many Fujifilm Recipes as possible in "The Largest Collection," is coming to an end today. There's still a strong community of Fujifilm lovers who enjoy those recipes, but many have realized that... Continue Reading →
Since the Cinestill 800 T AI Recipe proved to be quite popular among many Olympus users, here is yet another recipe created by our friendly Robot Photographer : ChatGPT. This happens to be my second most popular recipe on FreshLuts, namely the PictureFX Kodak Ultramax 400 V2.0. But first ! in an earlier article, I... Continue Reading →
I've been into this story since 2010, starting with Ufraw for Raw photos and Rawtherapee. Trey Radcliff's stunning photos and Nik Efex opened up a new world. I began creating presets for Rawtherapee, inspired by Pat David's Haldcluts. PictureFX Haldcluts launched around 2015. In 2020, I switched to Fuji, diving into .Cube Luts for color... Continue Reading →
Cinestill 800T is a unique film stock that has garnered widespread attention among photographers and filmmakers alike for its distinctive aesthetic. Originally a motion picture film used in the movie industry, Cinestill 800T has been adapted for still photography, offering a nostalgic, cinematic look characterized by its vibrant colors, fine grain, and excellent low-light performance.... Continue Reading →
Artificial Intelligence, or AI, is something you hear a lot about nowadays. You might already have your own thoughts on it, whether you're not interested or find it confusing and/or to complicated. But dealing with AI doesn't have to be complicated. Here's an insight on how I use it today, and how it might be... Continue Reading →
Renowned photographer and creator Mark G. Adams, founder of OneCameraOneLens.com, has once again dazzled the photography community with his latest innovation: Film Recipes for Nikon cameras. With a reputation already established through his exceptional Fujifilm Recipes, Adams has now turned his focus back to his old love, Nikon, reigniting the magic of film simulation recipes.... Continue Reading →
I want to start this article by making clear that I never actually recommend anything that I haven't purchased and tried myself. As for "film simulations", well, I have my own developments known as PictureFX, and they are free for everyone. On FreshLuts you will find even more film simulations that are free. But that... Continue Reading →
They sometimes say, "even a donkey doesn't bump against the same stone twice",Well, I must admit with shame, apparently I do. Well, it all started in November 2022, when I bought the E-M5 Mark III 12-200mm Kit from the OM System shop and got a great deal, €1199 instead of €1799 for the camera and... Continue Reading →
Infrared pictures always have something special, I think, but using real IR film to create them can be quite cumbersome. That's why there's this PictureFX digital Film Simulation - and as always, it's FREE ! Like with many Film Simulations, it looks great on one picture but not so much on another. So, it's all... Continue Reading →
I'm not someone who obsesses over tiny details in pictures, but like most of you, I do want my photos to look pretty sharp and clear, and too much graininess usually doesn't look nice. So, knowing how to get the best possible results in low-light conditions is really important. The problem is that many of... Continue Reading →
Well, with this I have probably attracted the attention of some 'free WordPress' users, and many will probably think that this is completely fake, well, the header picture is indeed photoshopped, but the claim is not completely impossible, although an average of 7 a 8000 pictures is probably more feasible. Suppose you post one photo... Continue Reading →
A while ago, I borrowed a Canon 5D MKII camera from a friend, to take some photos with my Minolta 24-35mm lens and a few other 3D-printed adapted vintage manual lenses, like the 1946 Kershaw 100mm. But then, I decided to buy a used one for myself, mainly to use those old M42 lenses at... Continue Reading →
My very first camera was the Kodak Pocket Instamatic 400 with 110 film, I was 12 years old then, but even before that, I had already started learning photography. However, I can't quite remember the exact cameras I used back then. The camera that I do remember and I loved the most, was an old... Continue Reading →
The Minolta 70-210mm zoom lens is another lens where the collaboration between Leica and Minolta played a role. There are different versions of it, both manual and autofocus (AF). It also got the nickname "Beercan" because of its distinctive shape. However, this particular version has a 49mm filter thread, is not listed in the Minolta... Continue Reading →
Well, honestly, I had my doubts about how OM System would continue, but I still invested in the system, buying the necessary cameras and lenses. Prepared to use them for at least 10 to 15 years. I started doubting because the new things OM System released seemed to be cameras and lenses that Olympus had... Continue Reading →
When I discovered the Vintageglass shop on eBay and saw this lens, I immediately became very excited. I have always loved using old M42 on my digital camera via an adapter. But the idea of being able to photograph with a lens from an old bellows camera from the 1900s, how amazing would that be... Continue Reading →
You could consider the article about the Minolta MD 24-35mm f3.5 as a teaser because, even though it's a fantastic lens, Minolta has more gems in store for those who know how to find them. And that's what this sequel is about. There is also that unmistakable link with Leica. So, specifically for photographers who... Continue Reading →
Last Updated : April 28, 2024 - Transformed this post into a page, you can find it at the top of the menu. April 5, 2024New Lut added : PictureFX Lac du Connemara - Rugged, Rich and Earthy ! January 26, 2024Start and publish of a new PictureFX page.Most downloaded Luts added. Added page to... Continue Reading →
I was attracted to Fuji cameras primarily because they featured a dedicated shutter speed dial, reminiscent of old analog cameras. Some cameras from the X series even included a dedicated ISO dial. However, Fuji cameras are well-known among many photographers for their film simulations – an analog camera wrapped in a digital package, a clever... Continue Reading →
The use of LUTs is also, and perhaps especially, known in cinematography, much more than in digital photography. Many people want their footage to look like well-known blockbuster films, and the variety of LUTs of this type is overwhelming. The problem is mainly that they all strongly resemble each other, and the used names are... Continue Reading →
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