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Sora 2

Synced audio, text-to-video and image-to-video for fast cinematic concepts, ads and social-ready scenes.

Use Sora 2 when you need a fast OpenAI video route for 720p concepts: short cinematic shots, image-led motion tests, native sound, and quick storyboard passes before moving final selects into Pro.

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Sora 2 example

Cinematic concept with synced audio

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Synced audio

Dialogue, ambience and SFX are generated with the clip.

Text-to-video

Start from a compact scene brief, camera direction and sound cues.

Image-to-video

Animate a single approved frame when look or framing matters.

720p route

Use Sora 2 for fast review loops before Pro finals.

Max 12s

Build one clear beat or a short two-beat sequence per render.

Pay-as-you-go

See exact live price before you generate.

Sora 2 pricing at a glance

Preset 720p totals - see the exact live price in the app before you generate.

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Entry draft

$0.52

audio incl.

Standard preview

$1.04

Most popular

audio incl.

Storyboard pass

$1.56

audio incl.

Audio

$0 extra

Native audio included

Max duration

12s

Up to 720p

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

Example Gallery: Real Sora 2 Outputs

See a handful of live Sora 2 renders powered by the same settings you have in MaxVideoAI.

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Real community renders

See what's possible with Sora 2.

Recreate any shot

Jump into the app with one click and reuse the setup.

Native audio

Dialogue, ambience and SFX generated in sync.

Multi-shot continuity

Keep characters, style and scene consistency across sequences.

Production-aware

Built-in guardrails and safety filters for responsible review.

Sora 2 or Sora 2 Pro?

Use Sora 2 for faster 720p concept passes. Use Pro when the selected shot needs 1080p polish and tighter finishing control.

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Starting from an image?

Upload one clean frame to lock composition, product shape or character direction before writing the motion brief.

Open Prompt Lab

Comparing premium routes?

Compare Sora 2 with Veo 3.1 or Kling 3 Pro when choosing between OpenAI concepts, Google polish and motion-control alternatives.

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How to Write a Great Sora 2 Prompt

Sora 2 works best when you brief it like a cinematographer: one clear shot, simple timing, and visible actions.

Tip: duration + aspect ratio are set in the UI — your prompt controls subject, action, camera, lighting, style, and sound.

Source: Official Sora 2 prompting guide

How Sora 2 uses prompts, start images and audio

Text prompt

Write subject, action, camera, style and one or two sound cues.

Image input

Use one frame to anchor the opening composition, then prompt only the motion and audio.

Duration choice

Use 4s for hook tests, 8s for a full beat and 12s for short storyboard sequences.

Audio cues

Keep dialogue short and tie SFX to visible actions so sound stays useful.

Upgrade path

Move winning Sora 2 concepts into Sora 2 Pro when you need final polish.

Quick action prompt

Use this for fast 4s hook tests.

[Subject] performs [one visible action] in [setting]. Camera: [one move]. Lighting: [time of day / mood]. Audio: [ambience + one SFX].
EXAMPLE

[Subject] performs [one visible action] in [setting]. Camera: [one move]. Lighting: [time of day / mood]. Audio: [ambience + one SFX].

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Global principles

  • 1 shot = 1 camera move + 1 subject action
  • Use visual anchors (specific nouns > vague adjectives)
  • Keep characters consistent across shots
  • Start from an image for maximum control
  • Iterate: change one thing at a time

Engine quirks / what to watch for

  • Too many beats can cause drift — keep each clip to 2–3 clear actions.
  • Image-to-video locks the first frame composition; prompt controls motion and timing.
  • Reference image rules are strict — clean stills, no logos, no readable text.
  • Audio cues help pacing; describe 1–2 key sounds for rhythm.

Demo: a sequenced prompt

720p lifestyle prompt

Subject: Urban runner  •  Action: Tightens a smartwatch and accelerates through morning light
Camera: Watch close-up, side tracking shot, final face close-up  •  Style: Natural golden hour, premium lifestyle look
Audio: Rhythmic footsteps, short breath, soft optimistic music

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8-second lifestyle spot: a 30-year-old runner with a smartwatch at sunrise in an urban park.
Shot 1 (2s): close-up on the watch as he tightens the strap, sun flare on the glass.
Shot 2 (4s): side tracking shot as he runs, warm light behind buildings.
Shot 3 (2s): close-up on his face glancing at the screen, slight smile, visible breath in cool air.
Lighting: golden hour, natural cinematic tones.
Audio: rhythmic footsteps + soft optimistic music.
Camera: dynamic handheld, 50mm feel.
Negative: no logos, no slow motion, no on-screen text.
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Tips & Limitations

Sora is most predictable when you keep the shot simple, readable, and physical.

What works best

  • Short, vivid moments
  • Clear subject and action
  • Simple environments (office, street, café, home…)
  • Film-like camera behavior (dolly, pan, handheld, etc.)
  • Great for UGC-feeling footage and cinematic inserts

Common problems → fast fixes

  • Feels random / inconsistent → simplify to: subject + action + camera + lighting. Re-run 2–3 takes.
  • Motion looks weird → reduce movement: one camera move, slower action, fewer props.
  • Subject drifts off-brand → start from a reference image and lock palette + lighting.
  • Text looks wrong → avoid readable signage, tiny UI, micro labels. Keep text off-screen.
  • Dialogue drifts → keep lines short and punchy; avoid long monologues.

Hard limits to keep in mind

  • The current MaxVideoAI Sora 2 route outputs 720p. Use Sora 2 Pro for 1080p review output.
  • It’s 4–12 seconds, not long-form. Stitch multiple clips for longer edits.
  • No video input; start from text or image.
  • No seeds; iterate by refining the prompt and re-running.
  • Can struggle with very small or detailed text.

Sora 2 vs Sora 2 Pro

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

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Use Sora 2 when you want:

  • Fast idea → clip iteration
  • Storyboards, concepts, UGC-style beats, short ads
  • A quick first pass where 720p is enough

Use Sora 2 Pro when you need:

  • Higher resolution output
  • More control for finals (including audio control in the UI)
  • Cleaner final takes after you’ve validated the idea

Compare Sora 2 vs other AI video models

These side-by-side comparisons break down price, resolution, audio, speed, and motion style so you can pick the right engine fast.

Each page includes real outputs and practical best-use cases.

Sora 2 vs Sora 2 Pro

Move selected Sora 2 concepts into Sora 2 Pro when the shot needs 1080p review output, tighter finishing control and a more premium pass.

Compare Sora 2 vs Sora 2 Pro →

Sora 2 vs Google Veo 3.1

Generate cinematic 8-second videos with native audio using Veo 3.1 by Google DeepMind on MaxVideoAI. Reference-to-video guidance, multi-image fidelity, pay-as-you-go pricing from $0.52/s.

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Sora 2 vs Kling 3 Pro

Use Kling 3 Pro when you want deeper scene control, multi-prompt sequencing, and another premium route beyond Sora for storyboard-heavy work.

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Sora 2 specs on MaxVideoAI

The limits that shape your renders.

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Price / second

$0.13/s

Text-to-Video

Supported

Image-to-Video

Supported

Video-to-Video

Not exposed in current MaxVideoAI route

First/Last frame

Not exposed in current MaxVideoAI route

Start / reference image

Supported (single start image; no style-reference stack)

Max resolution

720p

Max duration

12s

Aspect ratios

16:9 / 9:16

FPS options

24

Output format

MP4

Audio output

Supported

Native audio generation

Supported

Lip sync

Supported

Camera / motion controls

Basic

Watermark

No (MaxVideoAI)

Release date

Sep 2025

Prompting & shot language

This tier responds best to director-style prompts with clear beats and camera intent. Think actions and framing before style adjectives.

Details
  • Lead with subject + action + camera move.
  • Name lighting and lens mood for consistency.
  • Keep each clip to one main beat.
  • Start from a single frame when you need a stable look.

Audio & iteration

Audio is generated alongside the visuals, so rhythm can be shaped in the same prompt. Use quick variations to lock pacing before scaling.

Details
  • Add one or two key sound cues.
  • Keep dialogue short and punchy.
  • Save winning prompts as templates.
  • Regenerate small changes to test hooks.

Safety & People / Likeness

Built-in safeguards and best practices for responsible creation with Sora 2.

  • 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 Sora 2 available in Europe / the UK?

Yes. Use Sora 2 from Europe, the UK and most locations where our service is available—no direct OpenAI invite needed.

Can Sora 2 generate 1080p videos?

The current MaxVideoAI Sora 2 route outputs 720p. Use Sora 2 Pro when the selected shot needs 1080p review output.

Does Sora 2 support image-to-video?

Yes. Upload a PNG/JPG/WEBP/GIF/AVIF frame (up to ~50 MB) and Sora 2 will animate it based on your motion-focused prompt.

Can I remix or extend existing videos with Sora 2?

This configuration is for text→video and image→video only. Combine multiple clips for longer edits.

How do I keep Sora 2 on-brand?

Use image references from Nano Banana or your own design system, mention brand colors, and keep mood consistent across prompts.