The same person, from one shot to the next. Start with the details you cannot afford to lose.
Explore the modelsOur recommended starting order, with alternatives for different needs.
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Keep a character in the story
Combine image, video and audio references to guide a character through a scene up to 30 seconds. Give each reference a clear purpose.
Output goes up to 1080p. References guide the result; they do not guarantee an identical face or object.
Give references a clear role
A 1080p option for image-led scenes, reference-guided work and video transformation. Plan what each reference should control.
Inputs and audio behavior differ between modes. A storyboard is direction, not a promise that every cut will match.
Create for a larger screen
Generate 5–15 second clips with audio, with output options up to 4K and support for image, video and audio references.
Audio is generated with the clip. 4K describes output size, not a guarantee of better motion.
Direct the beginning and end
Use opening and ending frames, mix references or extend a clip, with generation lengths up to 30 seconds.
For video input and extension, source plus generated duration must fit within the 30-second limit.
Start from a single image
Animate an opening image with generated audio, or explore a scene from text. Both routes offer output up to 1080p.
The separate reference-to-video mode is limited to 720p. Check the mode, not just the model name.
We keep Seedance 2.5 first for longer scenes with mixed references, followed by Kling Omni Pro for shot-level direction. H3, Wan 3 Prime and Grok 1.5 offer other reference workflows. Compare the same character in each shot; none promises an identical face.
This is an editorial order for starting your tests, not a measured quality ranking. We consider the available inputs, duration, audio and output options for this task. The clips use different prompts and settings; a single result cannot establish which model is best. Check the full model details before you create.
Pick a model, add your prompt or reference, then check the quote.
Bring a rough idea. Develop the direction in conversation and approve the quote for each creation.
Explore the MCP connections for your assistant, with setup and capabilities for each host.
Studio assistance and media generation have separate costs. Always review the current generation quote. Pricing →
The same person, from one shot to the next. Start with the details you cannot afford to lose.
We keep Seedance 2.5 first for longer scenes with mixed references, followed by Kling Omni Pro for shot-level direction. H3, Wan 3 Prime and Grok 1.5 offer other reference workflows. Compare the same character in each shot; none promises an identical face.
Use only references with a clear purpose. More files help when roles are explicit; unrelated images increase ambiguity.
Not for strict continuity. Add full-body, wardrobe, and prop references when those details must survive camera and pose changes.
Compare the models
Useful side-by-side pages for validating tradeoffs before picking a model.
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