The Best Refined Presets for Portra 400 and 800 Film

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REFINED Co presets are crafted by top industry professionals with over a decade of experience in both film and digital photography. These experts have honed their skills across various photography niches, including weddings, portraits, lifestyle, stock, commercial, and editorial photography.

As experienced photographers, we recognize the vast array of variables in film photography—film stock, lab processes, scanner types, scan techniques, and exposure settings. No single preset can perfectly match every Kodak Portra 400 or Fuji 400 image. However, REFINED Co offers versatile preset collections designed to simplify the process of matching your film scans. Each collection is tailored to specific digital and scan preferences of renowned photographers.

To find the ideal collection for your needs, consider the type of work you do or aspire to create. If you're still uncertain, send us a couple of your film scans alongside the corresponding digital files. We'll create an edit video to show you which collection best matches your film scans. Generally, adjusting the white balance and contrast slightly will help achieve a close match.

REFINED x Tec Petaja

Inspired by Tec Petaja's extensive experience with Kodak Portra 400 film scans, this collection includes five main presets. Each preset features warm skin tones and rich greens, capturing the essence of Tec’s distinctive style.

Best for: Kodak Portra 400 film scans

Key Features: Warm skin tones, rich greens

REFINED III

This collection is designed for photographers seeking a refined look with modern tones and clean edits. It is particularly effective for both Kodak Portra and Fuji film scans, offering a balance of warm and cool tones to suit various styles.

Best for: Both Kodak Portra and Fuji scans

Key Features: Modern tones, clean edits, balanced warm and cool tones

REFINED x Caroline Tran

Caroline Tran’s collection offers three distinct presets:

• Patina: Ideal for most Kodak Portra scans, featuring bluer, richer greens, increased depth, contrast, and warm skin tones.
  
  
• Pure: Suited for Fuji 400 scans, offering a cleaner preset with minimal color shifts.
  
  
• Serene: Matches both Kodak Portra and Fuji scans that are more monotone and cooler.

Best for: Both Kodak Portra and Fuji scans

Key Features: Versatile tones, minimal color shifts, enhanced depth and contrast

Selecting the right preset collection can significantly enhance your film scans, bringing out the best in your photography. Explore the collections to find the one that resonates with your style and needs. For personalized assistance, feel free to reach out with your film scans and digital files.

Increase your workflow efficiency and achieve stunning results with REFINED Co presets. Discover the perfect match for your Kodak Portra 400 or 800 film today!

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