Complete fal.ai image-to-video system. PROACTIVELY activate for: (1) Kling 2.5/2.6 Pro image animation, (2) MiniMax Hailuo with prompt optimizer, (3) LTX image-to-video, (4) Runway Gen-3 Turbo, (5) Luma Dream Machine with loop, (6) Stable Video Diffusion, (7) Motion description prompts, (8) Portrait/product animation workflows. Provides: Model endpoints, motion keywords, animation techniques, workflow examples. Ensures natural image animation with proper motion description.
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| Model | Endpoint | Audio | Loop | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kling 2.6 Pro | fal-ai/kling-video/v2.6/pro/image-to-video | Yes | No | Cinematic |
| MiniMax | fal-ai/minimax-video/image-to-video | No | No | Reliable |
| Luma | fal-ai/luma-dream-machine | No | Yes | Creative |
| SVD | fal-ai/stable-video-diffusion | No | No | Fast test |
| Motion Type | Keywords | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Character | walks, turns, smiles | "She slowly turns her head" |
| Nature | sways, flows, falls | "Leaves flutter in the wind" |
| Camera | pans, zooms, tracks | "Camera slowly pans right" |
| Use Case | Recommended Model |
|---|---|
| Portraits | Kling 2.5/2.6 Pro |
| Products | MiniMax (optimizer) |
| Landscapes | Luma (loop) |
| Fast testing | SVD, Runway Turbo |
Use for image animation:
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fal-text-to-videofal-video-to-videofal-text-to-imageComplete reference for all image animation and image-to-video models on fal.ai.
Endpoint: fal-ai/kling-video/v2.0/image-to-video
Best For: Standard image animation
import { fal } from "@fal-ai/client";
const result = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/kling-video/v2.0/image-to-video", {
input: {
prompt: "The person slowly turns their head and smiles warmly",
image_url: "https://example.com/portrait.jpg",
duration: "5",
aspect_ratio: "16:9"
}
});
console.log(result.video.url);
import fal_client
result = fal_client.subscribe(
"fal-ai/kling-video/v2.0/image-to-video",
arguments={
"prompt": "The person slowly turns their head and smiles",
"image_url": "https://example.com/portrait.jpg",
"duration": "5",
"aspect_ratio": "16:9"
}
)
print(result["video"]["url"])
Endpoint: fal-ai/kling-video/v2.5/pro/image-to-video
Best For: Professional quality animation
const result = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/kling-video/v2.5/pro/image-to-video", {
input: {
prompt: "The car drives forward along the mountain road, camera follows",
image_url: "https://example.com/car-scene.jpg",
duration: "5",
aspect_ratio: "16:9",
negative_prompt: "static, frozen, distorted"
}
});
Endpoint: fal-ai/kling-video/v2.6/pro/image-to-video
Best For: Highest quality with native audio
const result = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/kling-video/v2.6/pro/image-to-video", {
input: {
prompt: "The waterfall cascades down with a gentle roar, birds fly past",
image_url: "https://example.com/waterfall.jpg",
duration: "5",
aspect_ratio: "16:9"
}
});
console.log(result.video.url);
console.log(result.audio?.url); // Native audio
Kling Parameters:
| Parameter | Type | Values | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
prompt | string | - | Motion description |
image_url | string | - | Source image URL |
duration | string | "5", "10" | Duration in seconds |
aspect_ratio | string | "16:9", "9:16", "1:1" | Output dimensions |
negative_prompt | string | - | What to avoid |
Endpoint: fal-ai/minimax-video/image-to-video
Best For: Reliable image animation with prompt optimization
const result = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/minimax-video/image-to-video", {
input: {
prompt: "The cat stretches and yawns, then walks forward",
image_url: "https://example.com/sleeping-cat.jpg",
prompt_optimizer: true // Auto-enhance prompt
}
});
result = fal_client.subscribe(
"fal-ai/minimax-video/image-to-video",
arguments={
"prompt": "The cat stretches and yawns",
"image_url": "https://example.com/cat.jpg",
"prompt_optimizer": True
}
)
MiniMax Parameters:
| Parameter | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
prompt | string | Motion description |
image_url | string | Source image URL |
prompt_optimizer | boolean | Auto-enhance prompt |
Endpoint: fal-ai/ltx-video/image-to-video
Best For: Fast image animation
const result = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/ltx-video/image-to-video", {
input: {
prompt: "The flowers sway gently in the breeze",
image_url: "https://example.com/flower-field.jpg",
negative_prompt: "static, frozen",
num_inference_steps: 30,
guidance_scale: 7.5
}
});
Endpoint: fal-ai/ltx-video/v2/image-to-video
Best For: Improved quality animation
const result = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/ltx-video/v2/image-to-video", {
input: {
prompt: "Smoke rises and swirls from the chimney",
image_url: "https://example.com/cabin.jpg",
num_inference_steps: 35,
guidance_scale: 7.0
}
});
LTX Parameters:
| Parameter | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
prompt | string | - | Motion description |
image_url | string | - | Source image |
negative_prompt | string | - | What to avoid |
num_inference_steps | number | 30 | Quality steps |
guidance_scale | number | 7.5 | Prompt adherence |
Endpoint: fal-ai/runway-gen3/turbo/image-to-video
Best For: Fast iteration, previews
const result = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/runway-gen3/turbo/image-to-video", {
input: {
prompt: "The model walks confidently down the runway",
image_url: "https://example.com/fashion-shot.jpg",
duration: 5
}
});
Runway Parameters:
| Parameter | Type | Values | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
prompt | string | - | Motion description |
image_url | string | - | Source image |
duration | number | 5, 10 | Seconds |
Endpoint: fal-ai/luma-dream-machine
Best For: Creative, artistic animation
const result = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/luma-dream-machine", {
input: {
prompt: "The magical portal opens with swirling energy",
image_url: "https://example.com/fantasy-scene.jpg",
aspect_ratio: "16:9",
loop: true // Create seamless loop
}
});
result = fal_client.subscribe(
"fal-ai/luma-dream-machine",
arguments={
"prompt": "The portal opens with swirling energy",
"image_url": "https://example.com/scene.jpg",
"aspect_ratio": "16:9",
"loop": True
}
)
Luma Parameters:
| Parameter | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
prompt | string | Motion description |
image_url | string | Source image |
aspect_ratio | string | "16:9", "9:16", "1:1" |
loop | boolean | Create looping video |
Endpoint: fal-ai/wan/v2.1/1.3b/image-to-video
Best For: Lightweight animation
const result = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/wan/v2.1/1.3b/image-to-video", {
input: {
prompt: "The leaves flutter and fall from the tree",
image_url: "https://example.com/autumn-tree.jpg",
num_frames: 81
}
});
Endpoint: fal-ai/stable-video-diffusion
Best For: Open-source image animation
const result = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/stable-video-diffusion", {
input: {
image_url: "https://example.com/landscape.jpg",
motion_bucket_id: 127, // 0-255, higher = more motion
fps: 7,
num_frames: 25
}
});
SVD Parameters:
| Parameter | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
image_url | string | - | Source image |
motion_bucket_id | number | 127 | Motion intensity (0-255) |
fps | number | 7 | Frames per second |
num_frames | number | 25 | Total frames |
seed | number | - | For reproducibility |
Endpoint: fal-ai/stable-video-diffusion-xt
Best For: Extended video length
const result = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/stable-video-diffusion-xt", {
input: {
image_url: "https://example.com/scene.jpg",
motion_bucket_id: 127,
num_frames: 25,
fps: 6
}
});
Endpoint: fal-ai/cogvideox-5b/image-to-video
Best For: Open-source alternative
const result = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/cogvideox-5b/image-to-video", {
input: {
prompt: "The astronaut waves to the camera",
image_url: "https://example.com/astronaut.jpg",
num_inference_steps: 50,
guidance_scale: 6.0
}
});
| Tier | Models | Quality | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | Kling 2.6 Pro | Highest | Slow |
| Professional | Kling 2.5 Pro, Runway | High | Medium |
| Standard | MiniMax, LTX v2 | Good | Fast |
| Budget | SVD, CogVideoX | Acceptable | Fast |
| Model | Audio | Duration | Loop | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kling 2.6 Pro | Yes | 5-10s | No | Cinematic |
| Kling 2.5 Pro | No | 5-10s | No | Professional |
| MiniMax | No | 6s | No | Reliable |
| Runway Turbo | No | 5-10s | No | Fast |
| Luma | No | 5s | Yes | Creative |
| SVD | No | 3-4s | No | Open source |
[Subject action] + [Motion quality] + [Camera movement] + [Atmosphere]
Examples:
// Good: Specific motion
"The woman slowly turns her head to the right and smiles, gentle breeze moves her hair"
// Bad: Vague
"The woman moves"
| Type | Keywords | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Character | "walks", "runs", "dances", "gestures" | "She waves hello" |
| Nature | "sways", "flows", "rustles", "falls" | "Leaves fall gently" |
| Mechanical | "rotates", "spins", "moves", "opens" | "The door opens slowly" |
| Atmospheric | "drifts", "swirls", "rises", "disperses" | "Fog drifts across" |
| Keyword | Effect |
|---|---|
| "camera slowly pans" | Horizontal sweep |
| "slight zoom in" | Gradual zoom |
| "tracking shot" | Follows subject |
| "static camera" | No camera movement |
| "subtle camera shake" | Handheld feel |
interface ImageToVideoInput {
// Required
prompt: string;
image_url: string;
// Duration (varies by model)
duration?: number | string;
// Dimensions
aspect_ratio?: "16:9" | "9:16" | "1:1";
// Quality
negative_prompt?: string;
num_inference_steps?: number;
guidance_scale?: number;
// Model-specific
prompt_optimizer?: boolean; // MiniMax
loop?: boolean; // Luma
motion_bucket_id?: number; // SVD (0-255)
fps?: number; // SVD
num_frames?: number; // SVD, Wan
// Reproducibility
seed?: number;
}
// 1. Generate a portrait image
const portrait = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/flux/dev", {
input: {
prompt: "Professional headshot of a business woman, neutral expression, studio lighting",
image_size: "portrait_4_3"
}
});
// 2. Animate the portrait
const video = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/kling-video/v2.5/pro/image-to-video", {
input: {
prompt: "She slowly turns her head, makes eye contact with camera, and gives a warm professional smile",
image_url: portrait.images[0].url,
duration: "5",
aspect_ratio: "16:9"
}
});
console.log(video.video.url);
// Animate product image
const result = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/minimax-video/image-to-video", {
input: {
prompt: "The camera slowly rotates around the product, highlighting details, studio lighting",
image_url: "https://example.com/product-shot.jpg",
prompt_optimizer: true
}
});
// Create ambient nature video
const result = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/luma-dream-machine", {
input: {
prompt: "Gentle breeze moves through the grass, clouds drift slowly overhead, peaceful ambient motion",
image_url: "https://example.com/landscape.jpg",
aspect_ratio: "16:9",
loop: true // Perfect for background video
}
});
// Quick preview with faster model
const preview = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/stable-video-diffusion", {
input: {
image_url: sourceImage,
motion_bucket_id: 100
}
});
console.log("Preview:", preview.video.url);
// If satisfied, use higher quality model
const final = await fal.subscribe("fal-ai/kling-video/v2.6/pro/image-to-video", {
input: {
prompt: "Refined motion description based on preview",
image_url: sourceImage,
duration: "5"
}
});
| Issue | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Static output | Vague prompt | Add specific motion verbs |
| Distorted faces | Fast motion | Use "subtle", "gentle" |
| Inconsistent motion | Complex scene | Focus on one element |
| Cut-off motion | Short duration | Extend duration if available |
| Use Case | Recommended Model |
|---|---|
| Portraits | Kling 2.5/2.6 Pro |
| Products | MiniMax (prompt optimizer) |
| Landscapes | Luma (loop option) |
| Fast testing | SVD, Runway Turbo |
| With audio | Kling 2.6 Pro |
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