Seedance 2 Image to Video: AI Image-to-Video Generator

Animate images to video with Seedance 2 — advanced camera control, native audio-video sync, and high-resolution output. Upload a still frame and bring it to life. Try free — pay per generation, no subscription.

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Overview

About this model

SD 2.0 Image-to-Video animates your still images into cinematic video clips while preserving the original composition, subject identity, lighting, and style. Upload up to 9 reference images and guide the animation with a text prompt — the model applies physics-aware motion, director-level camera movements, and native audio generation to bring your visuals to life. Ideal for turning product shots, illustrations, portraits, or concept art into dynamic video content.

1Product Animation: Turn product photography into dynamic showcase videos.
2Social Media: Animate illustrations, portraits, or brand images into engaging video posts.
3Storytelling: Chain multiple reference images into a consistent multi-shot narrative.
4Advertising: Bring still campaign visuals to life with cinematic camera movements.
5Concept Art: Animate storyboard frames or concept illustrations for pitch decks.
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Pricing & Value

Cost analysis

muapiapp$0.60 per video

muapiapp offers SD 2.0 Image-to-Video starting at $0.60 per video (5s, basic quality), scaling at $0.12/sec for basic and $0.25/sec for high quality across 5–15 second durations.

Fal.ai$0.3024/sec (high) / $0.2419/sec (basic)

Fal.ai charges $0.3024/sec for high quality and $0.2419/sec for basic. muapiapp is 17% cheaper on high ($0.25/sec) and 50% cheaper on basic ($0.12/sec).

Replicate$0.3024/sec (high) / $0.2419/sec (basic)

Replicate charges the same as Fal.ai — $0.3024/sec (high), $0.2419/sec (basic). muapiapp saves you 17–50% depending on quality tier.

* Competitor pricing is estimated based on similar model architectures and usage tiers.

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Technical Details

Configuration schema

Promptstring

Text prompt describing the video animation. Reference uploaded images using @image1, @image2, … @imageN (1-based, matching images_list order). To use a fictional character, reference it with @character:<id> (request_id from a completed Seedance 2 Character generation) — characters are automatically appended to images_list. Multiple characters are supported. Example: '@character:ab539e5f walks through a garden' or 'The cat in @image1 meets @character:ab539e5f'.

Default ValueThe lightbulb suddenly rockets across the room like a missile, smashing through curtains while water spins violently inside. The fish darts through swirling currents as the bulb ricochets off walls and finally bursts into floating droplets.
Image URLsarray

Upload up to 9 image URLs. Reference them in the prompt using @image1, @image2, … @image9. The aspect ratio of the reference image takes precedence over the aspect_ratio parameter.

Default Valuehttps://d3adwkbyhxyrtq.cloudfront.net/webassets/videomodels/seedance-v2.0-i2v.jpg
Aspect RatioEnum (4 options)

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Default Value16:9
DurationEnum (3 options)

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Default Value5
QualityEnum (2 options)

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Default Valuebasic
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Implementation Guide

Developer documentation

How to Use SD 2.0 Image-to-Video

  1. Upload Your Image(s): Provide 1–9 high-quality image URLs via the images_list field. The model preserves composition, lighting, and subject identity from your reference images.

  2. Write a Motion Prompt: Describe the animation you want — camera movement, subject action, environmental effects. You can reference specific images in your prompt using @image1, @image2, … @imageN (1-based, matching the order in images_list). Examples:

    • Single reference: 'The cat in @image1 walks through a garden'
    • Morphing: '@image1 transforms into @image2'
    • Multi-subject: 'The whale in @image1 meets the ninja in @image2' The engine automatically converts @imageN to the upstream API format 《@图N》 — you may also use the Chinese format directly if preferred. If you don't use @imageN references, all provided images are used as general style/subject references.
  3. Choose Quality: Select basic ($0.08/sec) for fast generation or high ($0.15/sec) for cinema-grade output with richer motion detail.

  4. Set Duration: Choose 5, 10, or 15 seconds.

  5. Pick Aspect Ratio: Use 16:9 for widescreen, 9:16 for mobile/social, or 4:3/3:4 for other formats. Note: if a reference image is provided, its aspect ratio takes precedence over this setting.

  6. Submit and Poll: You'll receive a request_id immediately. Poll the result endpoint until status is completed.

Common Questions

Frequently asked

How many images can I provide as input?

You can provide up to 9 images via the images_list field. The model uses them as visual references for composition, style, and subject identity throughout the animation.

How do I reference specific images in my prompt?

Use the @imageN placeholder in your prompt, where N is the 1-based position of the image in images_list. For example, if you provide two images, you can write '@image1 transforms into @image2'. The engine automatically converts @imageN to the upstream API format 《@图N》 — you may also use the Chinese format directly if preferred. If you reference @image3 but only supply two images, the request will be rejected with a 400 Bad Request error. You can also use multiple references in a single prompt — for example, 'The whale in @image1 meets the ninja in @image2'. If you don't use @imageN references at all, all provided images are used as general style and subject references.

Will the model preserve my image's style and composition?

Yes. SD 2.0 i2v is specifically designed to preserve the original composition, lighting, subject identity, and aesthetic of your reference images while adding motion.

What's the difference between basic and high quality?

Basic quality uses the fast-i2v model at $0.12/sec — great for quick drafts. High quality uses the standard-i2v model at $0.25/sec for cinema-grade output with smoother motion and finer detail preservation.

Does it generate audio?

Yes, SD 2.0 generates audio natively alongside video, synchronized with the visual content.

What is the maximum resolution?

SD 2.0 supports up to 2K resolution output.