{"product_id":"cs-negative-convert-tools","title":"CS Negative+ Convert Tools v1.2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0339\/5113\/files\/2025_CSNEGATIVE_horizontalV1.png?v=1750040484\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConverting your negatives doesn’t need to be complicated or time consuming. Our\u003cstrong\u003e CS Negative+ Convert Tools \u003c\/strong\u003eare designed to make film conversion easy, accurate, and enjoyable. Inspired and informed by the characteristic spectral sensitometric curves of traditional RA-4 darkroom prints and motion picture cinema projection prints. Built utilizing our SpectraCOLOR\u003cspan\u003e™ technology, d\u003c\/span\u003eeveloped over years of research to help improve digital camera scanning. These tools are designed to match the unique spectral dye-density curves of color negative print films to the RAW digital photography workflow, preserving the natural beauty of film as originally intended.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese \u003cstrong\u003eFREE\u003c\/strong\u003e negative conversion tools live and work in the presets panel of Adobe Camera Raw in Bridge or Photoshop and in all current versions of Lightroom – including Lr Mobile (which is \u003cstrong\u003eFREE\u003c\/strong\u003e to use with cloud shared photos, or imported raster bitmap\/JPEG\/TIFF\/HEIF and DNG\/ProRAW files) – allowing for quick, integrated and non-destructive access to multiple color models and intuitive tools, while completely preserving native editing controls as well as all original RAW file data. This allows images to be easily shared or opened again in any Adobe CC applications at any time for further editing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease also consider selecting an option from the “Download” drop-down to make a contribution to help fund continued R\u0026amp;D and support for these tools as well as developing (pun intended) new technology to make digitizing your film easier and better!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0339\/5113\/files\/Screenshot_2025-07-23_at_2.53.35_PM.png?v=1753307835\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 0e7b4e4d-b7f3-4aa8-a738-a844166403a7 --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CS \u003cb\u003eNegative+ Convert \u003c\/b\u003e(START) presets group offers all of the Color Models to choose from which convert the negatives to positives and set the -+ Tools to their best starting points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul2\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eThe “\u003cb\u003ePRINT\u003c\/b\u003e” Color Models are optimized for working with a “COOL” (9000ºK+) light source – like our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cs-lite-plus-spectracolor-camera-scanning-light-source\"\u003eCS-LITE+ SpectraCOLOR\u003cb\u003e™ \u003c\/b\u003elight source\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cs-litecamera-scanning-light-source-1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCS-Lite\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eon the “COOL” light mode, or any white light source paired with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cs-litebrite-130-light-collimating-sheets\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCS-LiteBrite+\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and the included Color Negative Calibration Sheet – to match traditional RA4 and cinema projection prints. The “PRINT” models allow for the better use of native “Edit” adjustment tools in Adobe CC resulting in higher fidelity and increased color accuracy with color negative print film.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eThe “\u003cb\u003eSCAN\u003c\/b\u003e”\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eColor Models may allow for easier conversion of color negatives scanned using cooler (6000-9000ºK) white light sources, and are designed to emulate commercial lab film scanners (which emulate traditional darkroom prints). These color models have many of the “-+ TOOLS” already applied to some extent to help reduce the orange mask in color print film and compensate for color crosstalk caused from high-CRI LEDs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003e“CONVERT” \u003c\/b\u003eColor Models are optimized for warmer (below 6000ºK) white light sources – like basic light boxes\/panels and video lights – and also help to reduce color casts in highlights and shadows, caused from poor quality light or oddball\/expired\/poorly exposed films. These color models have even more of the “-+ TOOLS” already applied including COLOR “Filters” and have a more subdued color pallet, reminiscent of Noritsu, Pakon or home film scanners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eCS \u003cb\u003eNegative+ Tools \u003c\/b\u003e(PROCESS) presets group offers more fine adjustments of the color model chosen for your negative conversions, many of which have been already applied to some extent in the CS Negative+ Convert (START)\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003ecolor models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eCS \u003cb\u003eNegative+ “BASIC” Convert Tools\u003c\/b\u003e presets group is a combination of the SCAN and CONVERT Color Models and Tools from the above preset groups for a quicker workflow or those just getting started.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eCS \u003cb\u003eNegative+ “LITE” Convert Tools \u003c\/b\u003epresets group is a refined and more robust combination of 3 Standard Color Models and Tools for a simple workflow with a little more control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSample DNG\u003c\/b\u003e raw files and exported JPGs to practice with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour \u003cb\u003eLUTs\u003c\/b\u003e which can be used with a compatible monitor or software to allow for live previews for “PRINT”, “SCAN”, “CONVERT” and “SILVER” color models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRich Text Format\u003c\/b\u003e instructions with descriptions of all tools. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA download link will be provided to your email at checkout.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 402161ea-3d76-4770-ba98-6512458f018e --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor Adobe Camera Raw in Bridge (Br) or Photoshop (Ps), Lightroom (Lr), Lightroom Classic (LrC), and Lr Mobile (FREE with standard bitmap JPEG\/TIFF\/HEIF or DNG\/ProRAW files) :\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eOpen any raw photo and go to the “Presets” (two circles overlapping) panel (this is where the -+ CS Negative+ Convert Tools will live), click on the ellipses “…” and then click “Import Presets.” Select the .ZIP file (located in the folder you downloaded) starting with “-+” and import.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlternatively…\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor Lightroom Desktop (Lr) or Lightroom Classic (LrC):\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eSimply go to File and select “Import Profiles \u0026amp; Presets.” Select the .ZIP file (located in the unzipped folder you downloaded) starting with “-+” and import. Now you can locate your RAW files you wish to convert in Lr or in Br. These tools will live in the “Presets” (two circles overlapping) panel in all Adobe software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: a68bcd55-fc0c-4aed-b58c-4316addca9d9 --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTo use:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Select your image\u003c\/b\u003e(s) and go to the “Presets” panel tab (two circles overlapping in Lr, Lr Mobile \u0026amp; Camera Raw in Br and Ps). In Br, select your RAW files and choose “Open in Camera Raw”. Open any RAW files in Ps and they will open directly in Adobe Camera Raw.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0339\/5113\/files\/Screenshot_2025-06-24_at_10.33.53_PM.png?v=1750834659\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eConvert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose your preferred “-+ Convert” Color Model START point from the options beginning with “\u003cb\u003e-+\u003c\/b\u003e”. You can reset the Color Model at anytime by selecting one again.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0339\/5113\/files\/Screenshot_2025-06-24_at_11.14.24_PM.png?v=1750834804\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003ci\u003eYou can also favorite (*) any Color Model to be able to easily access its develop settings directly in Br, or the Favorites group in Lr.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe “\u003cb\u003ePRINT\u003c\/b\u003e”, “\u003cb\u003eSCAN\u003c\/b\u003e” \u0026amp; “\u003cb\u003eCONVERT\u003c\/b\u003e” color models each have their own unique looks and simple workflows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe “\u003cb\u003ePRINT\u003c\/b\u003e” Color Models emulate the true colors and process of a darkroom paper or cinema film projection prints and are best if you want to preserve maximum fidelity using the native “Edit” tools. This model performs best with a COOL light source (9000K+), like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cs-litecamera-scanning-light-source-1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCS-Lite\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on the “COOL” light mode, or with a white light source with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cs-litebrite-130-light-collimating-sheets\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCS-LiteBrite+\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eand the included Color Negative+ Calibration Sheet, which helps reduce the orange mask to get a neutral start point.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe “\u003cb\u003eSCAN\u003c\/b\u003e” Color Models allow for cooler (6000-9000ºK) white light sources and emulate the results from film lab scanners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003e“CONVERT”\u003c\/b\u003e Color Model is designed to help reduce color casts caused by warmer (below 6000ºK) white light sources, oddball\/expired film, overexposure, or poor processing and emulates film scanners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e“\u003cb\u003eLOG\u003c\/b\u003e” gives a flat invert start point for cross processed slides and “odd” or “difficult” negatives, especially high contrast films like Phoenix. This Color Model requires that more of the “TOOLS” below be applied manually instead of having them already applied like the other Convert start points. More of a raw option due to more manual edits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e“\u003cb\u003eSILVER\u003c\/b\u003e” is for black and white conversions of color or black and white negatives. The ”TOOLS” below can be used to adjust exposure, contrast and tones, but the color dependent “TOOLS” should not be used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Density Check:\u003c\/strong\u003e After selecting your “Convert” Color Model, you may need to EDIT the native “Exposure” setting (which will adjust the brightness of your light source to a usable density) if the image appears too dark or too light. (Exposure and WB should always be set after choosing your color model.)\u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0339\/5113\/files\/AdobeLightroom2025-06-23at5.39.45PM.jpg?v=1750727652\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 20904d15-7cea-4b71-bddb-e3ab179c5c01 --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Next, set your initial WB\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand adjust the Color Temp, Tint and Exposure to taste. There are two basic methods for setting your initial white balance after selecting your START point\u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"1\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith WB on “\u003cb\u003ePRINT\u003c\/b\u003e” color models:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eInitial white balance may be set by using the White Balance eyedropper (”W” or “I” keyboard shortcut) on a neutral mid-tone and then balanced further using the Basic (Light and Color) “Temperature,” “Tint,” and “Exposure” sliders in the native Develop\/Edit Panel. The image can then be fine tuned to taste by using the native develop tools and\/or by continuing to the “-+ CS Negative+ Tools” (Basic -+ \u0026amp; Color -+) in the Presets panel to fine tune (PROCESS) the color model\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0339\/5113\/files\/AdobeLightroom2025-06-23at5.40.07PM.jpg?v=1750727653\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*\u003c\/em\u003e\u003ci\u003eNote: If your image is still too cool after setting WB, try increasing the “COLOR -+ 85\/Warming Filter” TOOL to warm up the image and consider purchasing our “\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cinestillfilm.com\/products\/cs-litebrite-130-light-collimating-sheets\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eCS-LiteBrite+\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ci\u003e” with the Color Negative+ Calibration Sheet\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cem\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith WB on “\u003cb\u003eSCAN\u003c\/b\u003e” \u0026amp; \u003cb\u003e“CONVERT” \u003c\/b\u003ecolor models:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe quick and easy way is to set your WB within the SCAN color models is by going directly down to the “-+ CS Negative+ Tools”, selecting “BASIC -+ Auto WB Adjust” and using the slider for a rough WB start point. Your color model can then be fine adjusted as needed using the “BASIC -+ Fine Adjust…” tools below.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0339\/5113\/files\/AdobeLightroom2025-06-23at5.33.36PM.jpg?v=1750727653\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlternatively, if you wish to more easily switch between SCAN color models without resetting your color balance, WB may be selected in the native Develop\/Edit Panel by either choosing “White balance: Auto” or using the White Balance eyedropper tool (”W” or “I” keyboard shortcut) on a dark shadow point. WB and exposure can then be fine tuned to taste by using either the Basic (Light and Color) sliders in the native Develop\/Edit Panel and, if additional fine adjustments are needed, continuing to the “-+ CS Negative+ Tools” and using the “Basic -+ \u0026amp; Color -+” tools in the Presets panel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0339\/5113\/files\/AdobeLightroom2025-06-23at5.41.13PM.jpg?v=1750727653\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Note: If your image is too warm after setting WB try reducing the “COLOR -+ 85\/Warming Filter” TOOL (this is turned on by default with the “SCAN” models) or switch to a “PRINT” color model.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"1\"\u003eA more “advanced” or “controlled” workflow for the “SCAN” color models:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter setting a general WB using either method above, the “Exposure” and “Contrast” sliders in the native Develop\/Edit Panel behave a bit differently in these color models so that “Exposure” can be used to set your shadow point and “Contrast” to set your highlight point, similar to Levels in Photoshop. With this approach, the “BASIC – Neutral Density Fine Adjust” -+ TOOL can be used to set your mid-tone point without clipping any highlights or shadows. This may be a preferable workflow for some.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0339\/5113\/files\/AdobeLightroom2025-06-23at5.34.51PM.jpg?v=1750727652\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Final Review:\u003c\/strong\u003e At this point, you may be done but, if not, now is a good time to review and confirm which “SCAN” or “PRINT” color model you prefer to work with from the ”-+ CS Negative+ Convert” group or proceed to the rest of the “-+ CS Negative+ Tools” in the group below to fine adjust your color model. Also, feel free to use any of the native Adobe Raw “Profiles” in the Develop\/Edit Panel to match the color profile of your choice. “Adobe Color” and “Adobe Portrait” are quite nice for certain images.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0339\/5113\/files\/AdobeLightroom2025-06-23at5.42.21PM.jpg?v=1750727652\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor batch editing \u003c\/strong\u003eyou can always \"Sync\" adjustments across many photos to match a scene or lift your customized -+ color model edits by Copy and Pasting the Develop\/Edit Settings from any photo. Just be sure to copy ALL settings including \"Masking\" (Exposure, WB and Crop are optional) and select “Replace” if prompted. Always check the exposure and WB for each image after batch editing. You can then continue to tweak each image as needed using the -+ TOOLS or settings native to Lr and Camera Raw.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-+ TOOLS Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eA description of each -+ Tool is available in Adobe Camera Raw for Br or Ps by right clicking it and selecting “Preset Info.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou will notice that with most negatives, the native “Exposure“ Lr tool effects the red bias of the image a little (this is normal with the color curve of negative film) but the “BASIC – Neutral Density Fine Adjust” -+ TOOL, color remains neutral when adjusted.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe “Basic -+” Temp and Tint Fine Adjust -+ Tools are just more fine tuned and inverted correctly.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf desired, you can now continue to customize your conversion with the rest of the “-+ Tools” provided to make more custom fine-tune edits (or if you prefer the native tools in Lr) as you see fit. These “-+ Tools” can be especially helpful with underexposed, extremely overexposed, pushed and expired film.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0339\/5113\/files\/AdobeLightroom2025-06-23at7.24.41PM.jpg?v=1750732428\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 81b841ae-f3a3-4cdb-b106-a79af6c699a9 --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: f387910d-adc7-410e-8702-e8ed1d28b6a2 --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CineStill","offers":[{"title":"-+ Free Download","offer_id":44455499497644,"sku":"CS-Negative-Plus","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0339\/5113\/files\/CS-Negative__1000-1.jpg?v=1751334824","url":"https:\/\/kodak.cinestillfilm.com\/products\/cs-negative-convert-tools","provider":"CineStill Film","version":"1.0","type":"link"}