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Image to video: turn any photo into a moving shot

Pick the right source image, describe the motion and use first and last frames for perfect transitions.

ETEditorial teamAt MirageGen AI1 min read

Image to video keeps your exact composition, character and colors, then adds motion. It is the most reliable way to get a specific look.

Choose a strong source image

  • Sharp, well-lit images work best.
  • Leave room around the subject if the camera will move.
  • Avoid heavy text overlays, they tend to warp.

Describe motion, not the picture

The model already sees the image. Spend your words on what moves: her hair lifts in the wind, the camera slowly orbits to the left, petals drift past the lens.

First and last frame

Upload two images to control where the shot starts and ends. This is perfect for product transformations, before and after reveals and smooth transitions between scenes.

Pick the right resolution

Start drafts at 720p to save credits. When you love the motion, render the final at 1080p or 4K.

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Put this into practice

Open the MirageGen AI studio, paste a prompt and see the result in minutes. Failed generations are refunded automatically.

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