fal-ai/magi/image-to-video

MAGI-1 generates videos from images with exceptional understanding of physical interactions and prompting

Inference

Commercial use

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This model is no longer supported.

Schema

LLMs

Playground API

Input

Prompt*

A crisp, wintery mountain landscape unfolds as a snowboarder, equipped with a selfie pole, gracefully navigates a snow-covered slope, the camera perspective offering an exhilarating attached-third-person view of the descent; the vibrant, snowy scenery sweeps past, punctuated by moments of controlled spins and effortless glides, creating a dynamic visual rhythm that complements the exhilarating pace of the ride; as the snowboarder carves through pristine powder, the camera captures fleeting moments of breathtaking views—towering pines dusted with snow, sunlit peaks piercing a cerulean sky—a symphony of nature's grandeur displayed for the viewer to share; a sense of freedom and exhilaration permeates the scene, punctuated by the subtle whoosh of wind and the satisfying crunch of snow, culminating in a breathtaking panorama as the snowboarder reaches the bottom, leaving the viewer with a lingering sense of wonder and the desire to experience the thrill firsthand.

Type # to reference inputs.

Image Url*

Hint: Drag and drop image files from your computer, images from web pages, paste from clipboard (Ctrl/Cmd+V), or provide a URL. Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, webp, gif, avif

Additional Settings

Customize your input with more control.

Result

Idle

This generation takes approximately 9m.

What would you like to do next?

Your request will cost $0.80 to generate one four-second video. For $1 you can run this model approximately 1 time.

Additional seconds will cost $0.20 each, calculated at 24 frames per second.

Additional inference steps above 16 incur a 1/16 multiplier each, such that your total cost will be multiplied x2 at 32 steps, x3 at 48 and x4 at 64.

Logs

MAGI-1 | [image-to-video]

MAGI-1 delivers 4-second video generation at $0.80 per output with exceptional physics understanding and prompt adherence. Trading rapid iteration speed for motion coherence and physical accuracy, it produces 96-192 frame outputs at 24fps with automatic aspect ratio detection. Built for creators who need precise control over image-to-video transformations where narrative sequencing matters more than generation velocity.

Use Cases: Product Demonstrations | Social Media Content | Storyboard Animation

Performance

MAGI-1 positions as a premium image-to-video solution at $0.80 per 4-second video (720p, 16 inference steps), with granular cost control through resolution and frame scaling.

Metric	Result	Context
Base Generation Cost	$0.80 per video	4 seconds (96 frames) at 720p, 16 inference steps
Extended Duration	+$0.20 per second	Each additional 24 frames beyond base 96
Resolution Options	480p / 720p	480p costs 0.5 billing units (50% reduction)
Inference Steps	4 / 8 / 16 / 32 / 64	Higher steps multiply cost: 2x at 32, 3x at 48, 4x at 64
Generation Time	~9 minutes	Per 4-second video at default settings

Exceptional Physics Understanding and Prompt Precision

MAGI-1 uses a diffusion architecture optimized for physical interaction modeling and detailed prompt interpretation, contrasting with standard image-to-video models that prioritize speed over motion coherence.

What this means for you:

Multi-stage prompt handling: Processes complex, semicolon-separated scene descriptions to create narrative progression within short clips, ideal for storyboarding workflows requiring precise shot sequencing
Automatic aspect ratio detection: Intelligently analyzes input images to select optimal framing (16:9, 9:16, 1:1, or auto), with center-crop resizing when aspect ratios don't match
Granular quality control: Choose from 5 inference step presets (4/8/16/32/64) to balance quality against cost, with 16 steps as default sweet spot and 64 steps for maximum fidelity at 4x cost
Extended duration capability: Generate up to 8 seconds (192 frames) with per-second pricing increments, enabling longer narrative sequences without regenerating multiple clips

Technical Specifications

Spec	Details
Architecture	MAGI-1
Input Formats	Single image URL (JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, AVIF) + text prompt
Output Formats	MP4 video (24fps)
Frame Range	96-192 frames (4-8 seconds)
Resolution	480p or 720p (auto aspect ratio or 16:9/9:16/1:1)
License	Commercial use permitted

API Documentation | Quickstart Guide | Enterprise Pricing

How It Stacks Up

Kling Video v2.6 Image to Video – MAGI-1 emphasizes detailed prompt interpretation and physics modeling for narrative control, while Kling v2.6 prioritizes production-ready output quality and motion smoothness. Check Kling's pricing for cost comparison on complex scene generation.

Pixverse Image to Video – MAGI-1 trades generation speed (9 minutes vs faster alternatives) for granular cost control through resolution/step scaling and extended duration options up to 8 seconds. Pixverse offers different pricing tiers optimized for rapid iteration workflows.

LongCat Video Image to Video – MAGI-1 provides 5 inference step presets for quality/cost optimization, while LongCat focuses on extended duration generation at 720p. Compare LongCat's approach for projects requiring longer video outputs.

MiniMax Hailuo 2.3 [Pro] – MAGI-1's automatic aspect ratio detection and multi-stage prompt handling suit narrative-driven content, while Hailuo 2.3 Pro emphasizes photorealistic motion and scene consistency. See Hailuo's capabilities for comparison on visual fidelity requirements.