GPT Image 2.6 Faster Images, Now in Motion
Generate images and animated GIFs with OpenAI's newest image model. Use Flare for fast drafts, Sunburst for detailed edits, and Economy for low-cost batches.
More speed, more control, and images that move
GPT Image 2.6 builds on GPT Image 2.5 with animated GIFs, faster generation, and steadier results across editing rounds.
Animated GIFs from a prompt
Describe the motion and get a looping GIF. Animate a mascot, make a reaction for social media, or test an idea before video production.
Made for quick iteration
OpenAI says Images 2.6 generates images 50% faster than before, so you can try more ideas in one sitting.
Consistent across edits
Sunburst keeps characters, products, and brand details steady from one round of edits to the next.
Up to 16 reference images
Combine products, people, and backgrounds in one edit, and refer to each image by its order in your prompt.
Stronger layouts
Flare improves layout quality for posters, product imagery, and other professional visuals.
1K to 4K, wide ratios
Export up to 4K in ratios from 3:1 banners to 1:3 tall formats, with transparent backgrounds available at 1K.
Three modes, one simple choice
Start with Flare, move to Sunburst when details matter, and use Economy when you need plenty of 1K images.
| Mode | Best for | 1K | 2K | 4K | GIF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flare | Everyday work and fast iteration | 6 credits | 10 credits | 20 credits | 12 credits |
| Sunburst | Detailed scenes and careful edits | 8 credits | 14 credits | 28 credits | 16 credits |
| Economy | Low-cost 1K batches and drafts | 3 credits | Not available | Not available | 6 credits |
GIFs come in one size and cost twice the 1K image price. On Flare and Sunburst, edits with more than 4 reference images add 1 credit per extra image.
Where GPT Image 2.6 shines
From a looping mascot to a full set of product shots, it covers quick experiments and finished visuals alike.
Animated brand mascots
Bring a mascot or character to life with a short loop for campaigns, apps, and websites.
Reactions and memes
Turn a simple idea into a shareable GIF for social posts, chats, and community channels.
Animated storyboards
Explore character movement and timing before you commit to video production.
Product imagery
Create clean product visuals, then change the backdrop or color while keeping the product itself intact.
Posters and campaigns
Build strong layouts for posters and ads, with on-brand details that hold up across variations.
Drafts in bulk
Use Economy to explore many directions at 1K, then finish your favorite in Flare or Sunburst.
From prompt to finished image
Start with a prompt or reference images, choose a mode, and generate at the size you need.
Write a prompt or add images
Describe what you want, or upload up to 16 reference images and explain what should change.
Choose your mode and output
Pick Flare, Sunburst, or Economy, then choose Image or GIF, along with your ratio and resolution.
Generate and download
Review the result and download it. If a generation fails, your credits are refunded automatically.
Common Questions & Answers
GPT Image 2.6 is OpenAI's newest image model, released in November 2026 as the successor to GPT Image 2.5. On Nano Banana you can use it for text-to-image, image-to-image, and animated GIFs.
Flare is the default: fast, with strong layouts for posters and product imagery. Sunburst is for detailed work and keeps images more consistent across edits. Economy is the lowest-cost option for 1K batches and drafts.
Choose GIF under Output and describe the motion in your prompt. Leave Frames on Auto, or pick 4, 9, or 16. GIFs come in one size and start from a text prompt, so remove any reference images first.
Yes. Upload the images you want to work with and describe the change. Subscribers can add up to 16 reference images and free users up to 2. With several images, refer to each one by its order, like "the product from image 1 on the background from image 2".
Flare and Sunburst support 1K, 2K, and 4K, with ratios from 3:1 to 1:3 or Auto. Economy is 1K only and supports Auto, 1:1, 16:9, 9:16, 3:2, 2:3, 21:9, and 4:3. Background options are available at 1K.
It depends on the mode, the resolution, and whether you make a GIF. The credit table on this page lists every option, and the Generate button always shows the exact total before you start.
Your credits are refunded automatically, so you only pay for results you receive. You can try GPT Image 2.6 with the free credits from your daily check-in, or top up with a plan or a credit pack.