AI Image to Video — Animate a Photo

Start with a photo or illustration you can use. Describe the motion you want, review the available settings and video-credit cost, then inspect the finished clip.

Professional Results

  • Start with Your Image

    Upload an image you own or have permission to animate. The source gives the model a starting composition.

  • Describe Motion

    Ask for a camera move or scene motion in plain language. The model may interpret details differently from your request.

  • Choose Available Settings

    Check the duration and resolution offered in Video Studio. Image-to-video currently supports 720p or 1080p, depending on the chosen operation.

  • Review Video Credits

    Video generation uses video credits. Check the cost shown in the studio before starting a job.

  • Inspect the Clip

    Preview motion, faces and important details at full size before using the output.

  • Iterate with a Clearer Prompt

    If the motion is wrong, narrow the instruction and try another credited generation.

Built for Every Workflow

  • Social Media Content

    Turn photos into eye-catching animated posts that drive more engagement.

  • Marketing Videos

    Create animated product showcases and promotional clips from product photos.

  • Digital Art

    Bring illustrations and digital paintings to life with subtle animation.

  • Presentations

    Add animated visuals to slide decks for more engaging presentations.

  • NFT & Digital Collectibles

    Create animated versions of static artwork for digital collectible markets.

  • Memorial & Nostalgia

    Animate old family photos to bring cherished memories to life.

Simple as 1-2-3

  1. Upload a Permitted Image

    Choose a photo or illustration you own or have permission to use.

  2. Describe the Motion

    Tell the AI what should move and what should stay still. Review the available output settings.

  3. Check Cost and Generate

    Confirm the video-credit cost, then start the job. Preview the result before downloading.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of images can I animate?

Use a photo, illustration or AI-generated image that you own or have permission to use. The provider may reject some source images or prompts.

How long are the generated videos?

Duration options depend on the selected mode and model. Check the choices shown in Video Studio before you spend credits.

Can I control what moves?

You can describe the motion you want, such as a slow zoom or drifting clouds. Precise control is not guaranteed; review the result.

What resolution can I choose?

Image-to-video currently accepts 720p or 1080p. Available settings can vary by model; do not assume 4K output.

Is image-to-video AI free?

Creating a clip requires eligible access and video credits. A free planning prompt does not include a free video-generation allowance. Review the cost in Video Studio.

Can I animate AI-generated images?

Yes, if you have the rights to use the source image. Save it, upload it in Video Studio and describe the motion you want.