Customize your input with more control.
Customize your input with more control.
Customize your input with more control.
5 second video at 720p costs $0.20. 5 second video at 1080p costs $0.45.
5 second video at 720p costs $0.20. 5 second video at 1080p costs $0.45.
Pika Labs' Text to Video v2.2 delivers up to 1080p resolution video generation at $0.20 per 5-second clip (720p) or $0.45 per 5-second clip (1080p). Trading inference speed for visual clarity, this model prioritizes crisp, sharp outputs over generation time. Built for creators who need production-ready video content from text prompts without compromising on resolution.
Use Cases: Marketing Content Creation | Social Media Video Production | Concept Visualization
At $0.20-$0.45 per 5-second video depending on resolution, Pika v2.2 positions itself as a premium option trading cost for quality, approximately 2-4x the price of standard text-to-video alternatives while delivering 1080p output capability.
| Metric | Result | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Resolution | Up to 1080p | 720p ($0.20) or 1080p ($0.45) per 5-second video |
| Video Duration | 5-10 seconds | Configurable via API parameter |
| Cost per Video (720p) | $0.20 | 5 generations per $1.00 on fal |
| Cost per Video (1080p) | $0.45 | 2.2 generations per $1.00 on fal |
| Aspect Ratios | 7 formats | 16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:5, 5:4, 3:2, 2:3 |
| Related Endpoints | Pika v2.1 Text to Video, Pika Effects v1.5, Pika Scenes v2.2 | Text-to-video vs image-to-video variants |
Pika v2.2 prioritizes output quality over generation speed, delivering what the platform describes as better image clarity and crisper, sharper visuals compared to previous iterations. The architecture supports flexible aspect ratio control alongside resolution scaling.
What this means for you:
1080p Production Output: Generate videos at full HD resolution suitable for professional content workflows, not just social media previews
Dual Resolution Pricing: Choose 720p ($0.20) for rapid iteration or 1080p ($0.45) when final quality matters, pay only for the resolution you need
Seven Aspect Ratio Options: Cover vertical (9:16), horizontal (16:9), square (1:1), and portrait/landscape variations (4:5, 5:4, 3:2, 2:3) without post-production cropping
10-Second Extended Duration: Double your video length to 10 seconds when narrative pacing requires more than quick 5-second clips
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Architecture | Pika Text to Video v2.2 |
| Input Formats | Text prompts with optional negative prompts |
| Output Formats | MP4 video (720p or 1080p) |
| Duration Range | 5-10 seconds configurable |
| License | Commercial use permitted (Partner) |
API Documentation | Quickstart Guide | Enterprise Pricing
Pika Text to Video (v2.1) ($0.20 for 720p) – Pika v2.2 ($0.20-$0.45) adds 1080p resolution capability at 2.25x the cost of the 720p tier, while maintaining identical 720p pricing. Pika v2.1 remains ideal for workflows where 720p resolution meets requirements and budget constraints matter.
Pika Effects (v1.5) ($0.039 per image-to-video) – Pika v2.2 handles pure text-to-video generation at 5-11x the cost. Effects v1.5 specializes in image-to-video transformations with stylization controls for creators starting with existing visual assets rather than text prompts.
Pika Scenes (v2.2) – Pika Text to Video v2.2 focuses on text-driven generation with resolution control, while Scenes v2.2 prioritizes image-to-video workflows. Choose text-to-video for concept-first creation, Scenes for asset-based animation.
Hunyuan Video V1.5 – Pika v2.2 trades extended duration capability for resolution options, offering dual-tier pricing at 720p/1080p. Hunyuan emphasizes different architectural priorities for text-to-video generation workflows.