Faster lower-cost generation
Use 480p for cheap exploration and 720p when the clip may go straight into a draft edit. Video-guided inputs use a different credit rate than prompt-only requests, so the page shows both prices before you generate.
UlazAI - AI Image & Video Tools
New lower-cost video model
Seedance 2 Mini video generator
Seedance 2 Mini is for teams that need more video attempts per credit: short clips, image/video/audio references, first/last-frame control, optional generated audio and camera moves that are good enough for social drafts before you spend on a heavier final render.
480p: 6 credits/s with video input or 9.5 credits/s without video input. 720p: 12.5 credits/s with video input or 20.5 credits/s without video input.
Lower-cost 4-15 second clips when you need many variants.
Text-to-video, image-to-video, first/last-frame and multimodal reference workflows.
Social hooks, ecommerce product videos, character tests and API-backed video tools.
Launch video
Prompt, result and model fit in one clip
The vertical edit uses the generated sample below and shows what to feed the model, what comes out, and where Mini is the right choice.
Input Text, images, video or audio references.
Output 4-15 second clips in 480p or 720p.
Best fit Low-cost variants, hooks and draft edits.
Generated sample
Glass-interface launch shot
Input: text-to-video, 5s, 720p, 16:9, no generated audio.
Prompt
Cinematic 5-second product film for an AI video studio: a glass timeline interface floats above a black reflective floor; a raw photo card transforms into a moving neon city shot inside a holographic frame; the camera dives through the frame into liquid cyan city lights; sharp reflections, fast dolly motion, emerald/cyan edge lighting, no on-screen text, no logos, no watermark.
Why Mini is useful
The point of Mini is not maximum fidelity. It is speed, cost control and enough creative control to test more ideas before you commit credits to a final pass.
Image, video and audio references
Guide character look, motion, style and sound cues with assets instead of asking a text prompt to carry everything. Mini supports multiple image references plus video and audio references for tighter control.
Native audio in one request
Turn on generated audio when the clip needs sound without a second model. Leave it off for silent hooks, product loops or edits where audio will be added later.
Cinematic camera control
Prompt for pans, zooms, tracking shots, pushes and transitions. Results are strongest when the prompt names subject, action, camera move, lighting and what must stay out of frame.
Consistent characters and style
Use repeated references to keep a face, product shape, color palette or visual style from drifting across variants.
Where it fits
Use Mini when price and throughput matter more than maximum fidelity. It can produce output close to Seedance 2 Fast in many everyday use cases, but the heavier Seedance 2 routes still make more sense when the final shot needs maximum detail, motion nuance or polish.
| Duration | 480p | 720p |
|---|---|---|
| 4s with video input | 24 credits | 50 credits |
| 4s no video input | 38 credits | 82 credits |
| 5s with video input | 30 credits | 63 credits |
| 5s no video input | 48 credits | 103 credits |
| 15s with video input | 90 credits | 188 credits |
| 15s no video input | 143 credits | 308 credits |
What to build with it
Mini works best when the business value is more attempts, faster feedback and lower test cost. It is the model to use before the expensive polish pass.
Short-form social clips
Turn ideas, scripts and product angles into TikTok, Reels or Shorts hooks without burning premium credits on every version.
Ecommerce product videos
Animate product photos into promo shots, hero loops and ad variants. Start from an image when the product shape must stay recognizable.
Character-led stories
Use multi-image references when the same character, outfit or style needs to survive across short scenes.
Video SaaS and API queues
Offer a cheaper default route for drafts, thumbnails-in-motion, batch generation and high-volume creative tools.
Studio routes
Text to Video
seedance_2_mini
4 to 15 seconds
Prompt only. Choose 480p or 720p, aspect ratio, optional audio, and optional web search for text-only scenes.
Open routeImage to Video
seedance_2_mini
4 to 15 seconds
Use first-frame mode with one image URL or asset ID.
Open routeFirst and Last Frame
seedance_2_mini
4 to 15 seconds
Use first+last-frame mode when the opening and ending composition must be fixed.
Open routeMultimodal Reference
seedance_2_mini
4 to 15 seconds
Use image, video, or audio reference URLs when style, motion, character, or sound cues should guide the clip.
Open routeHow it differs from Seedance 2 Fast
Use Mini when price and throughput matter more than maximum fidelity. It can produce output close to Seedance 2 Fast in many everyday use cases, but the heavier Seedance 2 routes still make more sense when the final shot needs maximum detail, motion nuance or polish.
Production workflow
- Write a tight prompt with subject, action, camera move, lighting and negative text/logo instructions.
- Start at 480p for low-cost exploration or 720p when the clip may go straight into a draft edit.
- Use first-frame mode when one image already sells the shot, or first+last-frame mode when both endpoints must stay fixed.
- Use image, video or audio references when motion, sound cues, product shape or identity consistency matter.
- Generate several Mini variants, then move only the strongest idea to a heavier route if it needs final polish.
FAQ
What is Seedance 2 Mini?
A lower-cost short-form video model in UlazAI for text-to-video, image-to-video, first/last-frame and multimodal reference workflows.
How is it different from Seedance 2?
Mini is built for faster, cheaper iteration. Seedance 2 is the better pick when the final render needs the strongest visual quality in this family.
How does it compare with Seedance 2 Fast?
Mini can get close to Fast for many draft, social and product-test clips. Fast is still the safer choice when detail and motion precision matter more than cost.
Which durations are available?
Seedance 2 Mini supports 4 to 15 second clips in UlazAI Video Studio.
Does it support image-to-video and multi-image references?
Yes. Use first-frame mode for one image, first+last-frame mode for locked endpoints, or multimodal mode when several references should steer identity, style or composition.
Can it use video and audio references?
Yes. Mini can use video references for motion/style cues and audio references for sound direction. It can also generate audio when you enable that option.
How much does it cost?
480p costs 6 credits/s with video input or 9.5 credits/s without video input. 720p costs 12.5 credits/s with video input or 20.5 credits/s without video input.
Can I test it before using the API?
Yes. Open the Video Studio route first, inspect the prompt and pricing, then use the API docs when you want the same workflow in your own product.
When should I not use Mini?
Skip Mini when you already know the exact final shot and need the highest-fidelity render immediately. In that case, start with a heavier route.