What is MiniMax Hailuo 02?
MiniMax Hailuo 02 is an advanced generative AI model that transforms a single static image into a smooth, high-quality video clip. Designed for professional image-to-video workflows, it supports both 720p output at a consistent 25 frames per second. Whether you’re a developer building interactive apps, a creator crafting social media content, or a product manager prototyping marketing materials, MiniMax Hailuo 02 delivers fluid animations with controllable motion and seamless API integration.
Key Features
- •720p Resolutions
- •25 FPS Output: Ensures natural, flicker-free motion
- •Prompt-Driven Animation: Define scene dynamics via text prompts
- •Motion Customization: Adjust speed, direction, and intensity
- •Flexible Duration: Choose 6-second or 10-second clips
- •Fast-Draft Mode (
go_fast=true): Accelerated generation with minimal quality trade-off - •Prompt Optimizer (
prompt_optimizer=true): Enhances prompt clarity and output relevance
Best Use Cases
- •Social Media Content: Eye-catching reels and stories with realistic camera pans or character movement
- •Interactive Apps & Games: Dynamic NPC animations and environment loops from concept art
- •Marketing & Advertising: Animated banners, product teasers, and hero visuals
- •Prototyping & Storyboarding: Rapid scene drafts for pitches and design reviews
- •Educational & Training: Visual explainers that bring diagrams and illustrations to life
Prompt Tips and Output Quality
- •First_Frame_Image
• Supply a high-resolution URL (ideally 16:9 ratio for 1080p).
• Use clear, well-lit images to maximize texture detail. - •Prompt
• Be descriptive: “A vintage car cruises along a coastal road at sunset.”
• Highlight motion attributes like direction, speed, and focal points. - •Duration
• Default: 6 seconds. For longer storytelling, setduration=10. - •Go_Fast Mode
• For quick iterations, enablego_fast=true. For final assets, keep itfalse. - •Prompt_Optimizer
• Useprompt_optimizer=trueto automatically refine prompt language for better quality.
FAQs
Q: What resolutions and frame rates are supported?
A: MiniMax Hailuo 02 outputs at 720p at 25 fps for smooth, cinematic motion.
Q: Which image formats can I use?
A: Accepts PNG, JPEG, and WebP—just provide a valid URL in first_frame_image.
Q: How do I integrate the model into my app?
A: Use the REST-based API endpoint. Send a JSON payload with prompt, first_frame_image, and optional flags (go_fast, duration, prompt_optimizer).
Q: Can I customize the length of the video?
A: Yes. Set duration=6 for standard clips or duration=10 for extended sequences.
Q: How do I control motion style?
A: Describe desired motion in your prompt (e.g., “slow zoom out to reveal a mountain range”) and leverage prompt_optimizer for clarity.