Give each beat its own shot
Plan a sequence up to 30 seconds with a beginning, turns and an ending. Use references and explicit cuts to direct the sequence.
Keep in mind
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.
Keep in mind
Inputs and audio behavior differ between modes. A storyboard is direction, not a promise that every cut will match.
Direct the beginning and end
Use opening and ending frames, mix references or extend a clip, with generation lengths up to 30 seconds.
Keep in mind
For video input and extension, source plus generated duration must fit within the 30-second limit.
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.
Keep in mind
Audio is generated with the clip. 4K describes output size, not a guarantee of better motion.
Build on an existing scene
Start with text or an image, guide the scene with references, or continue an existing clip. Audio is optional.
Keep in mind
The 30-second limit includes the source when transforming or extending video. Output goes up to 1080p.
How we choose
Try Seedance 2.5 for a sequence up to 30 seconds, then Kling Omni Pro when shot-by-shot direction matters most. Wan 3 Prime, H3 and Wan 3 offer other reference-led approaches. Write the cuts and action explicitly; a model can still merge or miss a shot.
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.