Learn Fujifilm Film Simulations
Discover when and why to use the different Fujifilm film simulations in this free course.
Skill level
Who's this for?
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All
Course objectives
What you'll learn by the end of this course
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Learn how and when to apply each Fujifilm film simulation to your own photographic style for better photos out of the camera
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Discover the philosophy of, reasoning behind, and advantages of Fujifilm film simulations
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See how different colors are rendered by different film simulations
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Learn why the ACROS black & white film simulation has color filters and when to use them
Prerequisites
What do you need?
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None
Time to complete
How long will it take?
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One hour
Included In This Course
What you get in this free Fujifilm film simulation course
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3 videos
45 minutes of videos explain the differences between the Fujifilm X film simulations and why & when to use them.
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Film simulation quiz
Do you understand the film simulations after this course? Take the quiz to find out!
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Cheat sheet
Download a cheat sheet for offline reference & study.
Questions this Film Simulation course will answer:
What's the difference between Provia and Astia?
What kind of color shift does Classic Chrome have?
When should I use Pro Neg Std or Pro Neg Hi?
What effects will I get from different ACROS filters?
Which film simulation is best for my style and subject matter?
Why would I use Eterna Bleach Bypass instead of Eterna?
What kind of color shift does Classic Chrome have?
When should I use Pro Neg Std or Pro Neg Hi?
What effects will I get from different ACROS filters?
Which film simulation is best for my style and subject matter?
Why would I use Eterna Bleach Bypass instead of Eterna?
"One of the best and thorough examples of the differences of Fujifilm film simulations. Well done!!" - Pedro F
"If you have a Fuji X-series camera, take this course, even if you only (now) shoot in RAW." - Robert Y
"Excellent course and the only course that clearly explains the differences, similarities and suggested uses for fuji film simulations in an easy to follow and easy to understand manner." - Beverly J
"I like how the course is explained in details with charts and also with photos side by side comparisons to further emphasised the points he was making. He is generous with his knowledge and I certainly learn a lot and look forward to have fun with my xt30." - JunTing Y
"I found the course really helpful. It assumed a certain level of knowledge but not too much. I‘m new to Fuji having shot Nikon for the last 30 + years and it’s been a bit of a steep learning curve. I certainly have a greater understanding of the various film simulations now, so one less thing to worry about. If only I could find ‘a users guide for the XT3!’
I would recommend this course to all Fuji users. And it’s Free !" - Karl L
"Great tutorial that explains all the many different Fujifilm Film Simulations in a very structured and clear way, thank you very much!" - Ralph K
"I am a beginner, with a great camera: x100f. This approach to JPEGs is not straightforward but for me, fascinating. John keeps it simple and understandable. Truly a great and generous teacher. Thank you." - Adrian
"Very informative. You don't need to know anything about Film Simulations before you start. The course gives you a good knowledge of the Film Simulations - their differences and purposes - but it also made me think about the way I photograph in general." - Tina J
"This is great, I learned a lot. I came out knowing so much more than when I came in. In order, one, I found out why using film simulations is smarter than doing it later in Lightroom, two, I found out that using presets makes using film simulations easy and three now I'm armed with knowledge, which sim to use for portraits or the low, key cool teenage look or the brighten it up the look and most exciting the great potential of B & W." - David M
"Great course! I love using Fuji film simulations and this course gave a very thorough yet quick explanation on the intention behind each. I feel I can apply the logic of each film simulation to my storytelling after finishing this course." - Vladimir I
Film Simulation Comparisons Included
All Fujifilm Film Simulations included in this course
- PROVIA
- VELVIA
- ASTIA
- CLASSIC CHROME
- PRO NEG STD
- PRO NEG HI
- CLASSIC NEG
- ETERNA
- ETERNA BLEACH BYPASS
- ACROS Plus all Color Filters
Includes the new Classic Neg and Eterna Bleach Bypass
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Course curriculum
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01
Welcome!
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Intro
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02
Fuji Film Simulations
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Basic Color & Contrast Characteristics
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Choosing Color Film Simulations
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Black & White Film Simulations (ACROS)
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03
Final Quiz & Download
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Film Simulation Quiz!
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What Do You Do with Film Simulations Next?
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End of Course Survey
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Download: Film Simulation Cheat Sheet
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Reviews
“This is the most comprehensive explanation of the film simulations I have encountered. I have struggled to determine how to use them without the complex recipes suggested by others. Thank you.”
“This is the most comprehensive explanation of the film simulations I have encountered. I have struggled to determine how to use them without the complex recipes suggested by others. Thank you.”
→Read Less“I really enjoyed and learned about the Fuji film simulations and how they work and affect your finished photo. The B&W simulations with filters was also very good. I would highly recommend for a good overview. I also just purchased the full...”
→Read More“I really enjoyed and learned about the Fuji film simulations and how they work and affect your finished photo. The B&W simulations with filters was also very good. I would highly recommend for a good overview. I also just purchased the full Mirrorless Camera class. I know I will learn quite a bit! ”
→Read Less“A really well conceived and executed introduction to Fujifilm film simulations. It gives a good understanding of what they are meant to do, and how to use them. Allthough it works well as an introduction, it also goes well beyond the basic, for i...”
→Read More“A really well conceived and executed introduction to Fujifilm film simulations. It gives a good understanding of what they are meant to do, and how to use them. Allthough it works well as an introduction, it also goes well beyond the basic, for instance when covering effects of white balance shifts with Acros simulations.”
→Read Less“The best explanation for how and when to use the Fujifilm simulations. You could spend a lot of time in trial and error determining how to best use the simulations in camera only resulting in frustration. When here it is the best explained and d...”
→Read More“The best explanation for how and when to use the Fujifilm simulations. You could spend a lot of time in trial and error determining how to best use the simulations in camera only resulting in frustration. When here it is the best explained and demonstrated uses for the simulation. It just doesn't get any better than this.”
→Read Less“I highly recommend this short course. The information is clearly and professionally presented with graphics and images to demonstrate the different film simulations and how they relate and differ from each other and why you would choose to use th...”
→Read More“I highly recommend this short course. The information is clearly and professionally presented with graphics and images to demonstrate the different film simulations and how they relate and differ from each other and why you would choose to use them. Prior to discovering this course, I spent several days reading blogs and watching YouTube videos about Fujifilm film simulations before I made the decision to purchase my first Fujifilm Camera, time which I would have saved had I watched this course first. All of the relevant information was condensed into a short series of logically organised and clearly presented videos, and I now feel completely confident to use the simulations in my camera.”
→Read Less“The best explaination of fuji film silmulations I have seen yet. Thank you.”
“The best explaination of fuji film silmulations I have seen yet. Thank you.”
→Read Less“Excellent course and helped me fully understand the differences and similarities in the various fujifilm film simulations.”
“Excellent course and helped me fully understand the differences and similarities in the various fujifilm film simulations.”
→Read Less“A great overview of film simulations. This class really helped me to understand film simulations much better especially Acros.”
“A great overview of film simulations. This class really helped me to understand film simulations much better especially Acros.”
→Read Less“John's course provided a great overview of Fuji's Film simulations. When to use them and in what situations were covered in detail. I recommend Fuji shooters take this course.”
“John's course provided a great overview of Fuji's Film simulations. When to use them and in what situations were covered in detail. I recommend Fuji shooters take this course.”
→Read Less“Tuesday, September 08, 2020, 3:43 p.m. - Great intro to and also great details on the Fuji sims with accompanying sim comparison photos. I will be going through this course again to pick up details and tips that I missed on the first pass. Well...”
→Read More“Tuesday, September 08, 2020, 3:43 p.m. - Great intro to and also great details on the Fuji sims with accompanying sim comparison photos. I will be going through this course again to pick up details and tips that I missed on the first pass. Well produced videos with a narrator that had a great communication skills, not to mention a great voice. ”
→Read Less“course full of information, all useful and immediately applicable”
“course full of information, all useful and immediately applicable”
→Read LessYour instructor
But I soon discovered my passion was telling stories through photography. I'm now an accredited associate photographer with Photographers Without Borders and have worked on documentary projects around the world, and have also taught photography on three continents. I've been a professional photographer for nearly ten years, having been published in places like New York Magazine, the Los Angeles Times, Tahoe Quarterly, and National Geographic Online. Photography is a joy that everyone should have access to, and I'd like to pass it on to you also!
John Peltier
Photography Instructor
