Image to Video
Animate photos and still images with multiple image to video AI models
All-in-one image to video AI with multiple models
VidGen brings leading image to video AI models together so you can animate photos, create AI photo animation, and test different motion styles without leaving one workspace. Start with free credits, compare outputs quickly, and download watermark-free results.
See an image to video AI example
This image to video AI walkthrough uses VidGen sample assets: one reference image, a motion prompt, and the generated clip.
Creative input
A silver tabby American Shorthair cat wearing a black beret stands on its hind legs in a bright artist studio, painting a colorful landscape on a canvas. The cat dips its brush into a paint palette, then makes a careful brushstroke on the canvas. It steps back, tilts its head to examine the work, then adds another stroke with confidence. Paint tubes and brushes are scattered on a nearby table. Golden natural light streams through large windows. The camera starts on a close-up of the brush touching the canvas, then pulls back to reveal the full scene. Artistic, warm tones, shallow depth of field. Sounds of brush strokes on canvas, soft classical piano music playing in the background.
Output
How to use VidGen image to video AI
Follow the steps below to turn a photo or still image into video.
Step 1 — Upload your photo or image
Add a JPG, PNG, or WebP file up to 10 MB. Start Image uses one frame, Between Images uses a start and end frame, and Reference Images supports up to three style references.
Step 2 — Describe motion and settings
Write a motion prompt of up to 2,000 characters, choose Quick or Standard quality, and pick an aspect ratio that matches your platform and scene.
Step 3 — Generate and download
Click Create and wait about 1–5 minutes. Preview the result in My Creations, compare versions, and download a watermark-free file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What image formats are supported?
JPG, PNG, and WebP formats are supported. Files must be under 10 MB.
How long does it take to generate a video?
Most videos are completed within 1–5 minutes, depending on quality mode and image complexity.
How many images can I upload?
Start Image: 1 image. Between Images: 2 images. Reference Images: up to 3 images.
Can I use VidGen as a photo to video AI tool?
Yes. You can upload portraits, product shots, illustrations, or still lifestyle photos and turn them into short motion clips with image to video AI.
Can image to video AI animate a still photo?
Yes. VidGen can animate a still photo with camera movement, subject motion, and scene transitions based on your prompt and selected model.
Does VidGen offer a free image to video AI option?
Yes. New users can start with free credits, which makes it easy to test image to video AI before upgrading.
Will the output video have a watermark?
No. All VidGen outputs are completely watermark-free.
What aspect ratios are available?
Start Image and Between Images modes support 16:9, 9:16, and Auto. Reference Images mode supports 16:9 only.
Can I upload audio with my image?
Audio upload is not supported for image to video generation at this time.
