Experience authentic film color science inside your favorite NLE. FilmConvert Nitrate is a next-gen color grading plugin that combines film stock emulation, camera profile matching, and customizable grain control for editors and colorists seeking cinematic texture without leaving Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or Final Cut Pro.
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FilmConvert Nitrate brings the look of classic motion picture film into modern digital workflows. It’s built on real film scans, then translated into a color-accurate grading engine optimized for your camera sensor. Whether you’re matching multiple cameras or grading for streaming delivery, Nitrate’s GPU acceleration and RAW-compatible pipeline help you achieve consistent cinematic color faster.
- Colorists wanting true film response curves with flexible LUT integration.
- Cinematographers seeking camera-matched film looks on set or in post.
- Editors working in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
- Content creators and YouTubers who want a cinematic look with minimal grading time.
- Film Stock Emulation — 19 industry-standard film stocks scanned and profiled from Kodak, Fuji, and Ilford sources.
- Camera Profiles — Dedicated profiles for 250+ digital cameras ensure accurate color from sensor to screen.
- Custom Grain Engine — Control grain size, softness, and strength per channel (RGB or luma).
- Cineon Log Controls — Match log workflows using precise tone mapping and highlight roll-off.
- LUT Export & Integration — Export looks as .cube LUTs for cross-application use.
- GPU Optimization — Real-time playback acceleration on macOS and Windows.
- HDR & Rec.2020 Support — Grading pipeline compatible with modern HDR delivery standards.
FilmConvert Nitrate integrates directly with:
- Adobe Premiere Pro & After Effects
- DaVinci Resolve (Studio & Free)
- Final Cut Pro X
- Avid Media Composer (via OFX)
| OS | Supported Versions | GPU Support |
|---|---|---|
| Windows | 10, 11 | CUDA / OpenCL |
| macOS | 12–15 | Metal / Apple Silicon (M1–M3) |
FilmConvert uses secure license activation via HTTPS, no telemetry tracking, and supports offline activation for studios under GDPR and CCPA compliance. Your media files remain entirely local during grading — no cloud processing.
- Up to 3× faster rendering on M-series chips (Metal).
- Color accuracy variance <1% compared to reference film scans.
- Memory footprint reduced by 40% vs legacy FilmConvert Pro.
| Trait | FilmConvert Nitrate | Dehancer | Magic Bullet Looks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Film Stock Scans | ✅ Real 6K scans | Partial | Synthetic |
| Camera Profiles | 250+ | 60+ | 100+ |
| HDR Support | ✅ | ✅ | Limited |
| Grain Engine | Full RGB control | Luma only | Fixed presets |
| GPU Optimization | Metal/CUDA | OpenCL | OpenGL |
FilmConvert Nitrate is available via:
- Single-host license: $139 (e.g., Premiere or Resolve)
- Bundle license: $199 (all hosts)
- Educational license: 30% off
- Trial version: Try it at no cost with watermarked output; full features unlocked upon activation.
No subscription required — perpetual license with lifetime minor updates.
- CPU: Intel i5 / Ryzen 5 or higher
- GPU: 4 GB VRAM minimum
- RAM: 8 GB (16 GB recommended)
- Disk: 500 MB free
- OS: Windows 10/11, macOS 12+
- UI supports macOS VoiceOver and Windows Narrator.
- High-contrast interface for visibility under various lighting conditions.
- Keyboard shortcuts for key parameters.
2025-09-20 — Added Canon R5 Mark II and Sony FX6 profiles; improved HDR tone mapping in Metal.
FilmConvert Nitrate brings the look of real film into your digital post-production — with the speed, precision, and control professionals demand. Start color-grading like a cinematographer, not just an editor.
Keyword Cluster: FilmConvert Nitrate, film emulation plugin, color grading, DaVinci Resolve plugin, Premiere Pro plugin, cinematic LUTs, GPU color correction, Final Cut Pro add-in, camera profiles, film grain plugin
Q1: What does FilmConvert Nitrate do? It emulates the color and grain characteristics of real motion picture film stocks for digital footage, helping editors achieve a cinematic look quickly.
Q2: Is FilmConvert Nitrate really free? You can try it at no cost with a fully functional trial that adds a watermark. The watermark is removed once activated.
Q3: Which editors support Nitrate? It works with Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, and DaVinci Resolve (via OFX).
Q4: Does it work on M1/M2 Macs? Yes — fully optimized for Apple Silicon using Metal acceleration.
Q5: Can I export LUTs from FilmConvert Nitrate? Yes. Any look created in Nitrate can be exported as a .cube LUT for use in other apps or hardware monitors.
Q6: How often is FilmConvert updated? Camera profile and bug-fix updates occur quarterly, with free updates within your version cycle.
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