ByteDance · i2v

Seedance 2.5 Image to Video Guide

A practical Seedance 2.5 image-to-video workflow: reference preparation, motion direction, camera movement, continuity locks and model-ready prompting.

Reference preparation

  1. Use a clean image where the subject is unambiguous.
  2. Decide what must remain locked: identity/product, environment, framing and lighting.
  3. Describe motion separately from the visible starting frame.
  4. Use one clear camera move instead of several conflicting moves.
  5. Describe the desired final state when continuity matters.

Seedance 2.5 prompt focus

Use concise action beats and clear timing. Avoid overloading one shot with unrelated transformations.

Reference frame is the exact start. 0–3s: subject stands up naturally. 3–6s: she turns toward the window. 6–8s: she takes one slow step forward. Preserve face, wardrobe, room layout and light direction.
Sources & verification

Data sources used on this page

Model capabilities, vendor metadata and pricing references are read from the same GenVideoKit catalog used by the calculators and comparison tools.

Catalog checked 2026-09-20
Seedance 2.5
ByteDance · Seedance
Checked 2026-09-19
Tracked capabilities: Text → video, Image → video, Video → video, References, Native audio
Reference source: Runway Dev
Output rate shown; input/reference video adds cost. $0.80 minimum per generation.

Reference API/provider rates only. Subscription credits, promotions, regional pricing and aggregator markups can differ.

Search intent

What this page is meant to answer

Use Seedance 2.5 i2v guide for explanation, setup choices and workflow checks rather than immediate prompt generation. It is the informational layer for this specific search intent.

How the workflow worksSettings or capability constraintsWhat to verify before generating

Scope boundary: Use the linked tool page when you are ready to build a prompt or calculate cost; keep this guide for the reasoning and setup.