Very Good Co. Portra 800 is a professional film-inspired Lightroom preset developed to recreate the distinctive color response, rich shadows, and organic grain characteristics of Kodak Portra 800 color negative film.

Created through extensive testing with real film rolls and multiple camera systems, this preset delivers a versatile analog aesthetic for everyday photography, from natural daylight and golden hour to overcast skies and low-light environments.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• 1 Portra 800 main Lightroom preset.
• 10 creative modifiers for color, contrast, and film characteristics.
• User guide with editing recommendations.
• XMP files for Adobe Lightroom.

PRESET & MODIFIERS

• Portra 800 – Main preset inspired by Kodak Portra 800 film.
• Cali Gold – Adds warm California-inspired golden tones.
• Daylight WB – Adjusts white balance toward daylight.
• Faded – Lifts the black point for a faded film appearance.
• Flatten – Reduces overall image contrast.
• Golden Hour – Refines skin tones in direct golden sunlight.
• HC – Creates a stronger, high-contrast look.
• MF Grain – Changes grain characteristics from 35mm to 120 medium format.
• Portrait – Softens and smooths the image.
• Push – Simulates a 400-speed film response on properly exposed images.
• Warm Shadows – Shifts shadows from cooler green tones toward warmer reds.

KEY FEATURES

• Authentic Portra 800-inspired film color grading.
• Versatile editing for daylight, overcast, and low-light photography.
• Carefully developed color response and shadow density.
• Adjustable contrast, black levels, and tonal warmth.
• Creative film grain simulation with medium-format characteristics.
• Specialized modifiers for portraits and golden-hour lighting.
• Compatible with RAW photographs from different camera systems.
• Flexible, non-destructive Lightroom editing workflow.

IDEAL FOR

• Street and documentary photography.
• Travel and landscape photography.
• Portrait and lifestyle photography.
• Wedding and couple photography.
• Everyday analog-inspired photo editing.

COMPATIBILITY

• Adobe Lightroom Classic.
• Adobe Lightroom Desktop (Cloud).
• Adobe Lightroom Mobile.

FILE FORMAT

• XMP – Adobe Lightroom preset files.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• This description covers the Lightroom edition only.
• The Capture One edition is sold separately and has a different modifier selection.
• Adjust exposure and white balance when necessary for the best results.