# Film Kitchen — Recipes for RAW Files

> Apply film simulation recipes to RAW photos using your camera's native processor. (iPhone/iPad app by McKenna Fuller.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/film-kitchen/id6785587484 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [McKenna Fuller](https://appshunter.io/developer/6785587486)
- Category: Photo & Video, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 88 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-08-31
- Data updated: 2026-10-24
- Monetization: free

## What is Film Kitchen?

FilmKitchen turns your phone into a recipe lab for Film Simulations, then hands the actual processing back to your camera so you never lose RAW quality.

COMPARE RECIPES
Browse and compare popular recipes side by side. See how tone curves, grain, white balance shift, and dynamic range settings change the look before you ever touch a photo.

BUILD YOUR LIBRARY
Save the recipes you like, or build your own from scratch. Organize a personal library so your go-to looks are always one tap away, whether you're shooting street, portrait, or landscape.

EDIT WITH YOUR CAMERA'S OWN PROCESSOR
This is the core of FilmKitchen: connect your camera over USB-C and apply recipes using your camera's native image processor, not a phone-side approximation. That means the output matches what you'd get shooting the recipe in-camera, because it is being generated in-camera.

IMPORT FROM ANYWHERE
Pull RAW files directly from your connected camera, or import them from your Files app if you've already offloaded a shoot. Either way, recipes apply the same way: processed on-device, by the camera.

EXPORT AND SAVE
Once a recipe is applied, export the result and save it straight back to your camera's storage. No round-tripping through a desktop, no re-importing, no quality loss from a phone-based RAW converter.

Built for photographers who shoot RAW because they want the option, but still want the character of a good Film Simulation recipe without giving up highlight and shadow latitude.

Compatible with Fujifilm cameras supporting USB-C tethered connections. Check compatibility for your specific model before purchase. 

Film Kitchen is an independent app and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by FUJIFILM Corporation or the FUJIFILM, X-series. Film recipe names are trademarks of their respective owners.

## Key features

- Compare film simulation recipes side-by-side
- Build and save custom recipe libraries
- Apply recipes using camera's native processor
- Process RAW files directly from camera or Files app
- Export processed images back to camera storage
- Maintain RAW quality and highlight/shadow latitude

## Is Film Kitchen safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess Film Kitchen.

## Is Film Kitchen legit?

Film Kitchen has limited verification signals. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Film Kitchen is 58 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.


## Frequently asked questions about Film Kitchen

### What is FilmKitchen?

FilmKitchen turns your phone into a recipe lab for film simulations. It allows you to compare, build, and apply custom looks to your RAW files using your camera's native image processor, preserving RAW quality.

### How does FilmKitchen process photos?

FilmKitchen connects to your camera via USB-C to apply recipes using the camera's native image processor. This ensures the output matches in-camera processing, maintaining highlight and shadow latitude.

### Can I import RAW files from my computer into FilmKitchen?

You can import RAW files directly from your connected camera or from your Files app if they have already been offloaded. The recipes will apply the same way, processed by your camera.

### What cameras are compatible with FilmKitchen?

FilmKitchen is built for Fujifilm cameras that support USB-C tethered connections. It is recommended to check compatibility for your specific camera model before purchasing.

### Does FilmKitchen have ads?

FilmKitchen is free and does not contain advertisements. It focuses on providing a seamless experience for photographers.

### What is the age rating for FilmKitchen?

FilmKitchen has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is FilmKitchen updated?

The latest version of FilmKitchen is 2, and it was last updated on September 17, 2026. This indicates a recent update and ongoing development.

### What makes FilmKitchen different from other photo editing apps?

Unlike phone-based RAW converters, FilmKitchen uses your camera's native processor for applying film simulations. This preserves the full latitude of your RAW files and ensures authentic in-camera looks.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 3 — 2026-10-12

Better editing
- Full white balance control, including Kelvin and all of your camera's white balance modes
- Undo and redo your edits, and press and hold the photo to compare with the original
- Clearer settings that highlight as you change them

Share your recipes
- Export a recipe card with your photo and every setting, now sized 9:16 for stories

Faster SD card import
- Newest photos appear first and show up while the card is still loading
- Previews load faster and are remembered for next time
- Optional large previews to see the whole frame

Organize your photos
- Photos grouped by date
- Filter by Edited and Not Edited
- Select several photos at once to save or remove them

Easier camera connection
- See at a glance whether your camera is connected
- If connecting stalls, step-by-step setup instructions appear automatically

Fixes and improvements
- Photos saved straight from My Photos now save at the correct resolution
- General stability and performance improvements

### 2 — 2026-09-17

Bug fixes and layout changes

### 1.0 — 2026-09-01

No release notes.

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