In the golden age of digital photography, the quest for the perfect "film look" is never-ending. Before the rise of mobile apps like VSCO Cam, there was the heavy artillery: VSCO Film Presets. Specifically, the legendary VSCO Film Presets 01-07 remain the holy grail for Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Camera Raw users.
VSCO Film Presets are a set of digital filters designed to mimic the aesthetic of film photography. They are inspired by the classic looks of film cameras and can be applied to digital images to give them a unique, nostalgic feel. Vsco Film Presets 01-07 Download
VSCO now offers a "Pro" membership that includes a newer version of desktop presets (VSCO Film+). While it isn't exactly 01-07, it includes updated emulations and works in Lightroom CC and Photoshop. This is the only 100% safe, legal method recommended by the company. The Ultimate Guide to VSCO Film Presets 01-07:
By the time VSCO released Packs 04 and 05, they were responding to the specific needs of professionals. Pack 04 was tailored for the hybrid shooter—those shooting weddings who needed a consistent look across multiple camera brands. Pack 05 offered minimalist and vintage aesthetics, catering to the blog and lifestyle culture that was exploding at the time. Experiment with Different Presets : Don't be afraid
VSCO Film 01 (Modern Films): Replicates popular modern color negative films like Fuji 400H, Kodak Portra 160, and Kodak Portra 400.
Discontinuation (March 2019): VSCO officially retired its desktop products to focus on its mobile community.
This article covers everything you need to know: what these presets are, which film stocks they emulate, safe download practices, step-by-step installation guides, and professional tips to make your digital photos look like vintage Kodak Portra, Fuji Velvia, or Agfa Vista.