Nikon Imaging Recipes

Created by Blair Maynes via NX Studio

Nikon Imaging Cloud and Imaging Recipes are currently compatible the following Nikon camera models: Z6III, Z50II, Z5II, Zf, & ZR.

Grain available on Zf, or can be added in post via NX Studio.

Please note that my photos are taken with diffusion filters (Tiffen Glimmer Glass 1 or Black Pro Mist 1/4 filter).

This is my everyday, go-to recipe. I essentially created a “Gold” look, then dialed back some of it’s heavier characteristics, making it more universal and modern.

WB: Auto 2, Active D-Lighting: Auto, Grain: To liking (Off depicted). Diffusion filter used.

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People crossing the street in front of the First Unitarian Church with rainbow decorations and flags, indicating support for LGBTQ+ community.
People celebrating at a color festival, throwing colored powder into the air amidst vibrant clouds of pink, blue, green, and orange powder.
Colorful carnival game booth with red counter and multicolored stools, with people in the background at an outdoor fair.

This recipe is my “Vibrant” look, with about 70% slide / 30% negative film characteristics, resulting in a modern high contrast look.

WB: Auto 2, Active D-Lighting: Auto, Grain: To liking (Off depicted). Diffusion filter used.

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A sign on a chain-link fence that reads 'Absolutely No Dumping. Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law'.
Two young men are playing chess outdoors at a red table, sitting on pink chairs amidst trees with people in the background.
A small shaggy dog walking through tall grass and yellow wildflowers in a grassy field.

This is my “Vintage Film” recipe. It has a soft, desaturated, classic feel. Adding grain here really completes the look.

WB: Auto 2, Active D-Lighting: Auto, Grain: To liking (3 Medium depicted). Diffusion filter used.

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A woman sitting alone on a bench outside, looking at her phone, with a bag beside her. The scene is in black and white, with shadows cast on the ground.
A young man playing guitar and singing into a microphone while a young woman sings along, outdoors, in front of a fence and building, with a speaker on the ground.
Black and white photo of a house front porch with a door, two chairs, and planters on either side of the stairs.

This is my “Documentary Monochrome” recipe. It features a nice, even tone curve; no blown highlights, no crushed shadows.

Active D-Lighting: Auto, Grain: To liking (Off depicted). Diffusion filter used.

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This is my “Moody Monochrome” recipe. It features deep blacks and a strikingly high contrast.

Active D-Lighting: Auto, Grain: To liking (Off depicted). Diffusion filter used.

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