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AI Film Look Filter

Just describe the film aesthetic you want - AI handles the analog emulation.

Digital portrait before film look
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Portrait with Kodak Portra 400 film aesthetic
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Apply Film Look to Photos Free

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Popular use cases:
  • portrait photography
  • street photography
  • travel photography
  • wedding photography
  • Instagram film aesthetic
  • analog photography fans

Cost
Free No signup required
Time
Instant results in 15-30 seconds
Works on
Any device - browser, phone, tablet, desktop
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AI-powered photo editing
Scenario Prompt Time
Kodak Portra warm portrait apply Kodak Portra 400 with warm creamy tones and subtle grain 15s
Fuji Superia vibrant apply Fujifilm Superia 400 with saturated colors and cool tones 15s
Kodak Gold nostalgic apply Kodak Gold 200 with warm yellow cast and high contrast 15s

How it works

  1. Upload your photo

    Drop your image into EditThisPic. JPG, PNG, WebP up to 7MB. Digital photos work best—the filter adds film characteristics like grain, color shifts, and tonal curves.

    Expect: Simple film looks: 15-30 seconds. Specific film stock emulation: may need one refinement.
  2. Describe the film aesthetic

    Type your instruction: 'apply a Kodak Portra 400 film look' or 'make this look like it was shot on 35mm film with warm tones and grain.' Be specific about film stock, color palette, and grain intensity. No marking needed—the AI applies the effect to the entire image.

    Tip: Reference specific film stocks: 'Kodak Gold 200', 'Fuji Superia 400', 'Cinestill 800T' for authentic looks

    Copy one of these to get started:

    Kodak Portra warm portrait film apply a Kodak Portra 400 film look with warm creamy tones, natural skin colors, and subtle film grain
    Fuji Superia vibrant colors apply a Fujifilm Superia 400 look with slightly saturated colors, cool blue tones, and fine grain texture
    Kodak Gold sunny nostalgic apply Kodak Gold 200 film aesthetic with warm yellow cast, high contrast, and visible grain
    Black and white film apply Kodak Tri-X 400 black and white film look with rich contrast, deep blacks, and visible grain structure
    2 more prompts
    Cinestill 800T tungsten night apply Cinestill 800T film look with warm tungsten glow, halation around lights, and smooth grain
    Lomography color shift apply lomography film aesthetic with cross-processed colors, heavy vignetting, and coarse grain
  3. Generate and review

    Click Generate and watch your digital photo transform. Check the color cast, grain texture, and tonal curves at full zoom. The result should feel analog, not overly processed.

  4. Refine with markers if needed

    If certain areas need different color treatment, tap markers and regenerate with adjustments like 'warmer tones in the highlights' or 'more grain in the shadows.' This is optional—most film looks work without markers.

    Tip: Markers are for selective adjustments, not required. Try without them first.
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"Finally got that authentic film look I've been chasing. Just described 'Fujifilm 400H' and it nailed the colors and grain perfectly." @analogfan

See it in action

Digital portrait before film look
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Portrait with Kodak Portra 400 film aesthetic
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Portrait with Kodak Portra Look

Applied Kodak Portra 400 film aesthetic to a digital portrait for warm, professional film tones.

Prompt: apply a Kodak Portra 400 film look with warm creamy tones, natural skin colors, and subtle film grain
Digital street photo before film look
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Street photo with Kodak Gold 200 film aesthetic
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Street Photo with Kodak Gold Look

Transformed a digital street photo into nostalgic Kodak Gold 200 aesthetic with warm tones.

Prompt: apply Kodak Gold 200 film aesthetic with warm yellow cast, high contrast, and visible grain
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If something looks off

Grain looks too strong or noisy

Why: The AI may have applied grain too aggressively based on your prompt or film stock choice.

Try: Regenerate with 'apply [film stock] with subtle grain' or 'fine grain texture, not too visible'

Tip: Add 'subtle' or 'fine' before 'grain' to reduce intensity

Colors don't match the film stock I requested

Why: Film emulation requires specific color science that varies by stock and lighting conditions.

Try: Try being more specific: 'Kodak Portra 400 in natural daylight with warm peachy skin tones' instead of just 'Portra look'

Tip: Mention the lighting scenario - film stocks behave differently in different light

Image looks too flat or lost contrast

Why: Some film stocks have softer contrast curves than digital cameras.

Try: Regenerate with 'apply [film stock] but maintain contrast' or 'add slightly more contrast to the film look'

Tip: Film can be subtle - if you want more punch, request 'with boosted contrast'

AI changed the wrong area or something I didn't want changed

Why: The AI couldn't determine exactly which area you meant from description alone.

Try: Tap a marker on the specific area you want to adjust differently, then regenerate with the same prompt

Tip: Markers tell the AI 'apply the filter differently HERE.' Use them for selective adjustments.

Quick answers

Do I need to mark anything to apply a film look?

No! Just describe the film aesthetic you want: 'apply Kodak Portra 400 film look' or 'make this look like 35mm film.' The AI applies the effect to the entire image including grain, color shifts, and tonal curves. Only use markers if you want certain areas adjusted differently.

How do I get authentic film colors, not just grain?

Reference specific film stocks in your prompt. Each stock has unique color science: Kodak Portra for warm skin tones, Fuji Superia for cool blues, Kodak Gold for warm yellow cast. The AI knows these characteristics and applies the full emulation, not just adding grain.

Can I specify which film stock I want to emulate?

Yes! Mention the exact stock: 'Kodak Portra 400', 'Fujifilm Superia 400', 'Kodak Gold 200', 'Cinestill 800T', 'Kodak Tri-X 400'. The AI understands these and replicates their specific color palettes, contrast curves, and grain structures.

What's the difference between film look and vintage filter?

Film look emulates specific analog film stocks with accurate color science, grain structure, and tonal curves. Vintage filters just add generic old-photo effects like fading and warmth. Film look is about replicating authentic film photography, not just making something look old.

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