What image formats can I upload for image-to-video conversion?

AdCreate accepts JPEG, PNG, and WebP image formats for image-to-video conversion. There is no strict resolution requirement, but higher-resolution source images generally produce better video output. We recommend uploading images at least 1024x1024 pixels for optimal results. Transparent PNG backgrounds are supported and will be preserved in the animation.

Which AI models are available for image-to-video?

Our image-to-video feature supports multiple frontier models including Wan 2.5, Kling AI (versions 1.5 and 2.0), Minimax Video, and Runway Gen-4. Each model handles motion differently — Wan 2.5 excels at realistic physics-based motion, Kling AI produces dramatic cinematic animations, and Minimax Video is optimized for smooth, subtle movements. You can try multiple models with the same image to find the perfect result.

How much control do I have over the animation?

You have extensive control through natural language motion descriptions. You can specify camera movements (zoom in, pan left, dolly forward, orbit), subject motion (person walking, hair blowing, water flowing), environmental effects (clouds moving, lighting changing), and animation intensity. Some models also support motion strength sliders for fine-tuning how much movement is applied to the image.

Will the AI change or distort my original image?

The AI is designed to preserve the visual integrity of your source image while adding motion. The original composition, colors, subjects, and details remain faithful to your input. Minor artifacts can occasionally appear in complex animations, but the output is generally highly consistent with the source material. If the result doesn't meet your expectations, you can regenerate with adjusted settings.

How long can image-to-video clips be?

Duration varies by model. Most models generate 3 to 5 second clips, with some supporting up to 10 seconds in a single generation. For longer content, you can generate multiple clips with sequential motion descriptions and combine them using our video editor or your preferred editing software. Shorter clips (3-4 seconds) tend to produce the highest quality animations.

What is the maximum output resolution for image-to-video?

Output resolution depends on the AI model selected and your source image resolution. Most models output at 720p or 1080p. Higher-resolution outputs are available with premium models. The aspect ratio of the output matches your source image by default, or you can crop to standard ratios like 16:9, 9:16, 1:1, or 4:3 before generation.

All Features

5-23 credits per video

Image to Video

Animate Your Images with AI

Transform static images into dynamic AI-generated videos with cinematic motion. Animate product photos, artwork, and designs using Wan 2.5 and Kling AI.

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AI image to video animator - transform photos into dynamic videos

523K+

Images Animated

1080p

HD Output Quality

Animation Models

< 60s

Generation Time

Everything You Need to Know About Image to Video

AdCreate's image-to-video AI tool breathes life into your static photographs, illustrations, and designs with stunning motion effects powered by frontier AI models including Wan 2.5, Kling AI, and Minimax Video. Instead of starting from scratch with a text prompt, you upload an existing image — a product photo, a piece of artwork, a design mockup — and describe the motion you want to see. The AI preserves every detail of your original image while adding natural, physics-aware movement that makes viewers do a double-take. This is the fastest path from a still image to a professional video, and it works with photographs, illustrations, 3D renders, and even screenshots.

The image-to-video workflow is particularly powerful for e-commerce and product marketing. Brands that invest in professional product photography can now multiply the value of every shot by transforming static catalog images into dynamic video content. A flat-lay product photo becomes a cinematic reveal. A lifestyle image becomes an ambient loop perfect for digital signage and website hero sections. A before-and-after comparison becomes a smooth morphing transition that tells a compelling visual story. Because the AI starts from your actual image, the output maintains brand consistency and visual accuracy that text-to-video generation alone cannot guarantee.

Motion control is where AdCreate's image-to-video truly outperforms competing tools. You can specify camera movements like slow zoom, pan, orbit, and dolly shots. You can describe subject motion — a model's hair blowing in the wind, water rippling across a surface, leaves falling from trees, or a product rotating on a turntable. The AI interprets your motion description and applies it naturally while maintaining the integrity of the original composition. With support for multiple aspect ratios and durations up to 10 seconds per generation, you get broadcast-ready video content from images you already have in your asset library.

Key Benefits

Why creators choose our image to video feature

Animate any image

Control motion direction

Preserve image quality

Multiple duration options

Use Cases for Image to Video

Discover how teams and creators use image to video to streamline their creative workflow.

Product Photo Animation

Transform flat product shots into dynamic video content that drives higher engagement. Animate product features, add subtle environmental motion like shifting lighting or floating particles, and create cinematic reveal sequences that showcase your products in ways static photography cannot achieve.

Social Media Content

Convert your best-performing static posts into video content for Reels, TikTok, and Stories. Animated content receives significantly higher engagement across every social platform. Turn carousels into video sequences and give new life to evergreen images from your content library.

Art & Illustration Animation

Bring digital art, paintings, and illustrations to life with subtle or dramatic motion. Perfect for artists who want to create animated versions of their work for NFTs, portfolio showcases, social media, and gallery exhibitions. The AI respects artistic styles while adding fluid, natural movement.

Fashion & Apparel Showcases

Animate fashion lookbook images with realistic fabric movement, model poses, and environmental effects. Create runway-style video content from studio photography, showing how garments move and drape naturally. Ideal for online fashion retailers and brand campaigns.

Real Estate Virtual Tours

Convert property photos into immersive walkthrough-style video clips. Add slow camera pans across living spaces, gentle zoom reveals of key features, and ambient effects like natural lighting shifts that help potential buyers feel the space before visiting in person.

Before & After Reveals

Create smooth morphing transitions between before-and-after images for renovation projects, beauty transformations, fitness progress, and design comparisons. The AI generates fluid animation between two states that tells a compelling visual story in seconds.

How Image to Video Works

Get from idea to finished content in 4 simple steps. No technical expertise required — our AI handles the heavy lifting.

Upload Your Image

Upload any image from your device — product photos, illustrations, design mockups, photographs, or screenshots. AdCreate accepts JPEG, PNG, and WebP formats. The AI analyzes the composition, subjects, and visual elements in your image to prepare for animation.

Describe Desired Motion

Write a natural-language description of the motion you want to see. Specify camera movements like zoom, pan, and orbit, or describe subject motion like flowing hair, rippling water, or rotating objects. The more detail you provide, the more precise the animation will be.

Choose Model & Settings

Select from multiple AI models including Wan 2.5, Kling AI, and Minimax Video — each optimized for different animation styles. Set your preferred duration, aspect ratio, and output resolution. Preview estimated credit costs before generating.

Generate & Export

Click generate and watch your static image come to life. Review the animated result, regenerate with different settings if needed, and download your finished video in MP4, MOV, or WebM format. Ready for immediate publishing across all platforms.

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