Nano Banana 2 Lite: AI Image Generator
Generate images with Nano Banana 2 Lite, Google's fastest Gemini model. 4-second delivery and strong prompt adherence. Try free — pay per generation.
Generate images with Nano Banana 2 Lite, Google's fastest Gemini model. 4-second delivery and strong prompt adherence. Try free — pay per generation.
About this model
Nano Banana 2 Lite, powered by Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite Image, is Google's ultra-fast and ultra-affordable text-to-image generation model. Designed for high-velocity workflows and rapid ideation, it delivers fully rendered images in just 4 seconds — the fastest output latency in the Gemini image family. Despite its speed-first design, Nano Banana 2 Lite maintains the core capabilities that define the Gemini image series: exceptional prompt adherence, reliable character consistency, and precise legible in-image text rendering. At just $0.03 per generation, it is positioned as the go-to model for developers building high-throughput pipelines, content platforms, and automated visual workflows where generation volume and speed matter most.
For users who need maximum quality and 4K resolution, the full Nano Banana 2 model offers the complete Gemini 3.1 Flash Image experience. Nano Banana 2 Lite fills the gap between prototyping speed and production quality, making professional-grade AI image generation accessible at scale.
Cost analysis
| Provider | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| muapiapp | $0.03 per generation | Competitive pricing matching Google AI Studio rates. No subscription required — pay per image, with instant access via API. |
| Fal.ai | Not available | Nano Banana 2 Lite (Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite Image) is not currently available on Fal.ai. |
| Replicate | Not available | Nano Banana 2 Lite is not currently available on Replicate. |
Competitive pricing matching Google AI Studio rates. No subscription required — pay per image, with instant access via API.
Nano Banana 2 Lite (Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite Image) is not currently available on Fal.ai.
Nano Banana 2 Lite is not currently available on Replicate.
* Competitor pricing is estimated based on similar model architectures and usage tiers.
Configuration schema
| Parameter | Type | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prompt | string | Text prompt describing the desired image content. | A giant upside-down umbrella floating over an entire city, collecting rainwater into glowing rivers that flow upward into the sky, surreal cinematic realism, moody weather. |
| Aspect Ratio | Enum (10 options) | The aspect ratio of the generated image. | 1:1 |
Text prompt describing the desired image content.
A giant upside-down umbrella floating over an entire city, collecting rainwater into glowing rivers that flow upward into the sky, surreal cinematic realism, moody weather.The aspect ratio of the generated image.
1:1Developer documentation
Write a clear prompt: Describe the image you want in detail — subject, setting, lighting, style, and mood. The model's strong prompt adherence means specific descriptions produce tighter results.
Choose an aspect ratio: Select from standard ratios (1:1, 16:9, 9:16, 21:9, etc.).
Pick a resolution and output format: Choose 1K, 2K, or 4K resolution, and jpg for smaller files or png for lossless output.
Submit via the API:
curl -X POST https://api.muapiapp.com/api/v1/nano-banana-2-lite \\
-H 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' \\
-H 'Content-Type: application/json' \\
-d '{
"prompt": "A sun-drenched Mediterranean courtyard with terracotta pots and bougainvillea, golden afternoon light, photorealistic.",
"aspect_ratio": "16:9",
"resolution": "1K",
"output_format": "jpg"
}'
Poll for results: Use the returned request_id to poll the status endpoint until the image is ready. Expect results in approximately 4 seconds.
Chain into edits: The generated image can be used as a reference input for Nano Banana 2 Lite Edit for further refinement, or passed to a video generation model for animation.
Frequently asked
Nano Banana 2 Lite is Google's fastest and most cost-efficient text-to-image model, built on Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite Image. It delivers 4-second image generation at $0.03 per generation, optimized for high-volume workflows and rapid prototyping.
Nano Banana 2 Lite prioritizes speed and cost efficiency, generating images in ~4 seconds at a fraction of the cost. Nano Banana 2 (Gemini 3.1 Flash Image) offers higher resolution up to 4K and more advanced generation capabilities. Use Lite for high-volume pipelines and standard output; use Nano Banana 2 for production-grade 4K results.
Yes. Despite being the Lite variant, Nano Banana 2 Lite retains character consistency capabilities from the Gemini 3.1 Flash architecture, allowing you to maintain visual coherence for characters and subjects across a series of generated images.
Yes. Legible in-image text rendering is one of the core capabilities carried over from the full Gemini Flash Image series. It can accurately reproduce brand names, signs, labels, and custom typography within the generated image.
Nano Banana 2 Lite supports 1:1, 2:3, 3:2, 3:4, 4:3, 4:5, 5:4, 9:16, 16:9, and 21:9, at 1K, 2K, or 4K resolution.
It is ideal for rapid ideation, high-velocity developer pipelines, A/B testing visual concepts, batch content generation, and any workflow where generation speed and cost per image are the primary constraints. For final production assets requiring 4K resolution, consider upgrading to Nano Banana 2.