Transform Static Photos into Dynamic Animations
Turn any still image into captivating animated videos with AI-powered photo animation. No editing skills required—create scroll-stopping content in seconds.
Press ⌘+Enter to animate
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Animation Gallery
Explore what's possible with AI photo animation across different categories
Nano Banana's Winter Scene: A Captivating AI Image to Video Creation
by Heisenberg (@rovvmut_)
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by 𝐌 (@Strength04_X)
Luxury Skincare Product Showcase: AI Image to Video with Amber Bottle
by K (@ChillaiKalan__)
Dubai Palm Jumeirah Surreal Coffee Pour: Stunning AI Image to Video Animation
by 𝐌 (@Strength04_X)
Realistic Antarctic Scene: Young Man and Penguin - An AI Image to Video Creation
by 𝐌 (@Strength04_X)
Who Uses Photo Animation
From influencers to enterprises, photo animation transforms static images into engaging video content
Social Media Influencers
Create scroll-stopping animated content that boosts engagement. Transform photos into eye-catching reels and stories.
E-commerce Sellers
Bring product photos to life with subtle motion. Increase conversion rates with animated product showcases.
Digital Marketers
Create compelling video ads from static images. A/B test animated vs static content without video production costs.
Family Memory Keepers
Animate cherished family photos and bring old memories to life. Perfect for anniversaries and celebrations.
Photographers & Artists
Add a new dimension to your portfolio. Transform award-winning shots into cinematic moments.
Educators & Presenters
Make presentations more engaging with animated visuals. Capture attention and improve information retention.
Core Photo Animation Features
Professional-grade AI technology that brings your static images to life with realistic motion and expressions
Image to Video Conversion
Convert portraits, landscapes, or product photos into smooth 5-30 second videos with realistic motion, pan-and-zoom effects, and seamless loops.
Facial Expression Animation
AI-powered face recognition adds natural eye blinks, lip movements, head turns, and emotional expressions to portrait photos automatically.
Motion Style Templates
Choose from thousands of pre-made motion templates including trending dances, cinematic camera moves, and creative effects—apply with one click.
4K Resolution & 30 FPS
Upscale animated clips to stunning 4K quality with smooth 30 FPS playback through advanced video upscaler and frame interpolation technology.
Smart Motion Prediction
AI analyzes photo details to simulate realistic depth perception, natural lighting shifts, and dynamic camera movements for professional results.
Multiple Export Formats
Export your animated photos as MP4 video or GIF. Perfect for Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, email campaigns, and presentations.
Current Limitations
Photo animation AI is powerful but has boundaries. Here's what to expect.
Known Limitations
Complex Multi-Person Scenes
Animations with 3+ people may have inconsistent motion. Best results with 1-2 subjects.
Extreme Camera Angles
Top-down or extreme perspective shots may produce unnatural motion artifacts.
Audio Synchronization
Lip-sync and audio-driven animation not yet supported. Add music/voiceover in post-production.
Low Quality Source Images
Blurry, pixelated, or heavily compressed images produce lower quality animations.
Technical Specifications
Supported Formats
JPG, PNG, WebP
Max File Size
10-16 MB
Max Resolution
4096 × 4096 px
Video Duration
5-30 seconds
Output Formats
MP4, GIF
Output Quality
Up to 4K / 30 FPS
Processing Time
3-60 seconds
Commercial Use
Paid plans only
Is Photo Animation Right for You?
A quick guide to help you decide if AI photo animation fits your needs
Perfect For
- Social media content creation
- Product showcase videos
- Reviving old family photos
- Creating animated memes & GIFs
- Marketing & advertising content
- Educational presentations
- Portrait enhancement
- Quick video content needs
Consider Alternatives For
- Professional film production
- Complex narrative storytelling
- Real-time live streaming
- Precise frame-by-frame control
- Medical/legal documentation
- When real footage is required
- Videos longer than 30 seconds
- Audio-synced talking videos
How Photo Animation Works
Three simple steps to transform any photo into a captivating animation
Upload Your Photo
Select any image—portrait, landscape, product, or artwork. Supports JPG, PNG, WebP up to 4096×4096px.
Choose Animation Style
Pick from motion templates, set duration (5-30s), adjust aspect ratio, and customize facial expressions.
Generate & Download
AI processes your image in seconds. Download as MP4 or GIF, ready to share on any platform.
Share Everywhere
Perfect for Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, email campaigns, and presentations.
Upload Your Photo
Select any image—portrait, landscape, product, or artwork. Supports JPG, PNG, WebP up to 4096×4096px.
Choose Animation Style
Pick from motion templates, set duration (5-30s), adjust aspect ratio, and customize facial expressions.
Generate & Download
AI processes your image in seconds. Download as MP4 or GIF, ready to share on any platform.
Share Everywhere
Perfect for Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, email campaigns, and presentations.
No credit card required • Free credits to start
Choose Your Plan
Compare features across our Free, Paid, and Enterprise tiers
| Feature | Free | Paid | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Resolution | 720p | 4K | 4K+ |
| Video Duration | 5s | Up to 30s | Custom |
| Watermark | |||
| Commercial License | Personal | Full | Full |
| Batch Processing | |||
| API Access | Limited | Full | |
| Template Library | Basic | Full | Full + Custom |
| Priority Processing |
All plans include access to core photo animation features. Enterprise plans available upon request.
Pricing
Choose the plan that works best for you
Free
Perfect for trying out Photo Animation
- 10 animations per month
- 720p resolution output
- 5 second video duration
- Community support
- No prompt expansion
- No batch generation
- No priority queue
Starter
Great for content creators
- 600 animations per month
- 4K resolution output
- Up to 30 second videos
- No watermark
- Priority generation queue
- Single user only
Pro
For professional creators & teams
- 3000 animations per month
- Everything in Starter
- API access included
- Commercial license
- Fastest generation speed
- Priority support
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about AI photo animation
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