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Nano Banana

Fast still drafts, reference edits and batch image variants for lightweight visual exploration.

Use Nano Banana as the low-friction Google image route for quick still concepts, simple reference edits and multi-image batches before moving finals to Pro or Nano Banana 2.

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Fast still concept and edit route

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Fast still drafts

Explore image ideas quickly before investing in final routes.

Reference edits

Upload 1-4 images for prompt-led edits and remixes.

Batch variants

Generate multiple outputs from one prompt for visual exploration.

Broad ratios

Use common social, square, portrait and wide aspect ratios.

Low unit cost

Good for early moodboards and storyboard stills.

Image workspace

Use the same MaxVideoAI wallet, prompts and history as the rest of the app.

Nano Banana pricing at a glance

Preset image totals - see the exact live price in the app before you generate.

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Entry draft

$0.06

square_hd

Reference set

$0.24

Most popular

4 images · square_hd

Standard preview

$0.48

8 images · square_hd

All prices are MaxVideoAI display prices in USD credits for preset scenarios.

Nano Banana examples

Recent photoreal stills and edits used as keyframes for video workflows.

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Still image examples

Prompt patterns tailored to Nano Banana – Photoreal Image Generation.

Typography control

Exact copy, hierarchy and placement stay explicit.

Reference edits

Keep product identity, palette, layout or style.

4K finals

Validate at 2K, then finish at 4K.

Production-aware

Owned references and built-in guardrails.

Nano Banana or Nano Banana 2?

Use Nano Banana for cheaper fast batches. Use Nano Banana 2 for grounding, wider ratios and stronger edit controls.

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Batching quick variants?

Keep prompts short, change one visual variable at a time and batch several outputs.

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Need higher-res campaign stills?

Move selected directions into Nano Banana Pro when text polish, campaign finish or higher-res output matters.

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How to Write a Great Nano Banana Prompt

Nano Banana rewards short, literal briefs. Lead with composition, then lighting/style. For edits, say what to change and what must stay the same. For multi-image blends, assign each reference a role.

Tip: resolution + aspect ratio are set in the UI — your prompt controls subject, composition, lighting, style, and edit instructions.

How Nano Banana uses references

Text-to-image

Describe the subject, style, aspect ratio and one clear composition target.

Image edit

Upload a reference and state what changes while preserving structure.

Batch variants

Run several images when exploring moodboards, thumbnails or storyboard stills.

Aspect ratio

Pick the delivery ratio before prompting so composition matches the final crop.

Upgrade path

Send winners to Nano Banana 2 or Pro when the still needs grounding or 4K polish.

Quick prompt (fast iteration)

Use 1–2 sentences when you want variations.

[Subject] in [setting]. [Composition]. [Lighting]. [Style anchor].

If editing:
Edit: change [X]. Keep [Y] (framing, lighting, identity).

If using multiple images:
Refs: Image1 = [main subject]. Image2 = [style/lighting]. (Optional) Image3 = [background/prop].
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If using multiple images: Refs: Image1 = [main subject]. Image2 = [style/lighting]. (Optional) Image3 = [background/prop].

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Global principles

  • Composition first. Style second.
  • Keep prompts short and specific; avoid long wish-lists.
  • For edits: "Change X, keep Y" beats re-describing the whole scene.
  • If text matters: keep it short, high-contrast, and quote it exactly.

Engine quirks / what to watch for

  • Fast tier favors short prompts; long prompts can wander.
  • Multi-image works best when each image has a clear role (subject vs lighting vs background).
  • Tiny text and dense UI are unreliable — keep copy minimal and overlay critical text in post.
  • If an edit over-changes the image, tighten the "keep" list (framing, lighting, identity).

Nano Banana image prompt examples

Use these for campaign stills, typography posters, reference edits and 2K-to-4K finals.

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Campaign still

2K still

2K campaign still for an amber perfume bottle on white acrylic, soft studio key light, clean shadow, exact headline "AURA NOIRE" top-left, small logo lockup bottom edge.

Typography poster

Typography

Vertical 4K poster, premium editorial grid, graphite background, exact headline "MIDNIGHT LAUNCH", subhead "LIMITED DROP", crisp hierarchy, generous margins, readable text.

Reference edit

Image-to-image

Using this product reference, keep the shape, logo and proportions. Change the scene to a midnight-blue studio, improve reflections, remove dust and fingerprints.

2K to 4K final

4K final

Rerun the approved 2K composition as a 4K final. Sharpen fine details, keep typography identical, preserve brand colors, product position and the locked framing.

Before you generate

Build the reference before the edit

If the still needs a reusable character reference or a better viewpoint first, solve that before Nano Banana.

Character Builder reference example

Build a reusable character reference

Lock identity, outfit, and reference quality.

Angle tool example

Change the viewpoint before the edit

Change the viewpoint before you spend video credits.

Generate Image workspace example

Open Image

Build or clean the source still first.

Tips & limits

Image generation is most predictable when you keep the frame simple, readable, and physically grounded.

What works best

  • Fast photoreal stills for moodboards, thumbnails, and keyframes
  • Edit mode for cleanup, relight, and background swaps (no masking)
  • Multi-image blends when you assign roles to references
  • Short, readable text (headlines > paragraphs)

Hard limits to keep in mind

  • Image-only (no motion)
  • Edits require an input image (upload at least one reference)
  • Small on-screen text is hit-or-miss — overlay critical copy in post

Nano Banana vs Nano Banana Pro

Two routes, one series. Pick the right one for your stage.

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Use Nano Banana when you want:

  • Fast drafts and quick edits
  • Rapid concepting and exploration
  • Lightweight layout tests

Use Nano Banana Pro when you need:

  • Clean typography and layouts
  • Consistent product families
  • High-res finals for campaigns

Technical overview

The limits that shape your renders.

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Price / image

$0.06/image

Text-to-Image

Supported

Image-to-Image

Supported

Resolution options

square_hd / landscape_hd / portrait_hd

Aspect ratios

9:16 / 16:9 / 1:1 / 4:5 / 5:4 / 4:3 / 3:4 / 3:2 / 2:3 / 21:9

Release date

Aug 2025

Technical overview

Details
  • Input types: Text prompts, reference images (JPG/PNG/WebP), and edit mode for restyles or cleanups.
  • Outputs: High-res still images tuned for photorealism and text legibility.
  • Modes: Text-to-image; image-to-image for restyle, cleanup, and background replacement.
  • Typical use: Prepare 1–4 keyframes before animating in Sora, Veo, Kling, or Wan.

Safety & people / likeness

Built-in safeguards and best practices for responsible creation with Nano Banana.

  • Use original characters and owned references.
  • Avoid real people, celebrities and protected characters.
  • Do not use someone's likeness without consent.
  • Avoid copyrighted franchises, logos and protected IP.

FAQ

Is Nano Banana for images or video?

Images. Use it for photoreal references, thumbnails, and keyframes before sending shots to video engines.

How many images per run?

Generate multiple outputs per run (controlled by "num images" / num_images). Keep batches small for faster iteration.

Does edit mode need masks?

No. Upload one or more images and describe the edit in plain language (what to change, what to keep).