Input mode guide

Image-to-video workflow

Turn a strong reference frame into a short clip by separating camera movement from subject movement.

A repeatable workflow

  1. 1

    Start with a high-quality first frame

  2. 2

    Describe camera motion separately

  3. 3

    Add one plausible subject action

  4. 4

    Choose duration/resolution and review temporal stability

Frequently asked questions

What is the most important image-to-video input?

A clean and compositionally strong first frame is the most important input for a stable clip.

How should motion be written?

Describe camera movement separately from one plausible subject action and any secondary motion.

Which model should I use for drafts versus final video?

Use Seedance 2.0 for fast drafts and Seedance 2.5 for stronger final motion and camera control.