Image-to-Video
Learn to animate your photos into dynamic videos
Best for brand consistency and quality control
Start with your existing photos and add professional motion. Perfect for product showcases and branded content.
Watch Image-to-Video in Action
See how static photos transform into dynamic videos with AI animation. This overview shows the complete workflow from upload to final video.
How Image-to-Video Works
Image-to-video animation uses your photo as the starting frame and animates it based on your text prompt. The AI preserves your original image while adding the motion you describe.
Simple 3-Step Process
Upload Image
Choose your photo
Describe Motion
Write animation prompt
Generate Video
Get animated result
Image Requirements for Best Results
The quality of your source image directly affects the final video quality. Follow these guidelines:
Resolution
1024px minimum width/height
Higher resolution source images produce better video quality and detail preservation
Composition
Clear subject with good contrast
Well-composed images with distinct subjects animate more effectively than cluttered scenes
Lighting
Even, well-lit subjects
Good lighting reduces animation artifacts and provides better motion quality
Image Format
JPG or PNG, under 10MB
Compressed formats work fine, but avoid heavily compressed or low-quality images
Animation Prompting Examples
Learn how to write effective animation prompts that work with your specific image type.
Portrait Animation
Professional headshot or portrait photo❌ Basic Prompt
"make it move"
✅ Professional Prompt
"subtle breathing animation, gentle hair movement in soft breeze, natural blinking, warm lighting"
What changed: Specified natural human movements with appropriate intensity
Result: Lifelike portrait with realistic, subtle animation
Product Showcase
Clean product photography❌ Basic Prompt
"rotate the product"
✅ Professional Prompt
"camera slowly orbits around the product, studio lighting catches reflective surfaces, smooth 360-degree rotation, premium commercial feel"
What changed: Added specific camera movement, lighting details, and professional quality descriptors
Result: Commercial-grade product video with professional motion
Landscape/Nature
Scenic landscape or nature photography❌ Basic Prompt
"add some movement"
✅ Professional Prompt
"gentle wind through grass and trees, clouds drifting slowly across the sky, camera slight zoom in, golden hour atmospheric lighting"
What changed: Described specific natural movements, camera action, and lighting conditions
Result: Cinematic landscape with realistic environmental motion
Types of Animation You Can Create
Choose the right animation style based on your image and intended use.
Natural Motion
Subtle, realistic movements that feel organic
Examples:
Best for:
Portraits, people, clothing, natural scenes
Example Prompt:
"subtle breathing, soft hair movement in light breeze, natural and realistic"
Camera Movement
Simulated camera movements and perspective changes
Examples:
Best for:
Products, architecture, landscapes, establishing shots
Example Prompt:
"camera slowly zooms in, smooth cinematic movement, professional cinematography"
Environmental Effects
Atmospheric and environmental enhancements
Examples:
Best for:
Artistic photos, mood pieces, dramatic scenes
Example Prompt:
"atmospheric particles floating, soft light rays, ethereal environmental effects"
Tool Settings Explained
Image Upload
• Max file size: 10MB
• Formats: JPG, PNG
• Min resolution: 1024px
• Best: High-quality, well-lit photos
Quality & Duration
• 5 seconds: Most versatile
• 10 seconds: Complex animations
• Low quality: Testing prompts
• High quality: Final videos
Motion Settings
• Subtle: Natural, realistic movement
• Dynamic: More dramatic animation
• Camera: Focus on camera movement
• Environmental: Atmospheric effects
Pro Tips for Better Animation
Do This
Match animation to image content - don't try to animate things that aren't there
Use "subtle" and "gentle" for natural movements like portraits
Test with low quality first to save credits on prompt refinement
Avoid This
Don't request motion that conflicts with the image (e.g., "walking" on a sitting person)
Avoid over-animating - too much movement looks unnatural
Don't use low-quality or heavily compressed images
Ready to Animate Your Photos?
You now understand how to create professional animated videos from your images. Upload your best photos and start experimenting.