How to get the best out of Sana Base
Sana Base on Pixio is Nvidia Sana's base text-to-image model: solid quality, good composition and detail, and a reliable baseline for a wide range of prompts. Use it when you want Sana output without the extra quality of v1.5 or the speed focus of Sprint.
Sana Base
Sana Base on Pixio is Nvidia Sana's base text-to-image model: solid quality, good composition and detail, and a reliable baseline for a wide range of prompts. Use it when you want Sana output without the extra quality of v1.5 or the speed focus of Sprint.
Use this when
- You need text-to-image with Sana as a reliable baseline for general use.
- You want good composition and detail across a wide range of subjects and styles.
- You are creating drafts, concept art, social content, or internal assets.
- You prefer Sana and want a balanced option before choosing Sprint (speed) or v1.5 (quality).
- You want consistent results for everyday Sana workflows.
Modes in Pixio
| Mode | Input | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Text to Image | Prompt only | Scenes, characters, products from a single prompt |
Options
| Option | Values | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 16:9, 9:16 (check Pixio) | Match deliverable |
| Credits | Plan-based | Check model card in Pixio |
Credits
Credits are plan-based; check the model card in Pixio for your plan and cost per image.
Prompt structure
[Subject] + [Composition] + [Lighting] + [Style]. One clear concept per prompt; be specific about pose, setting, and mood.
Example prompts
"Portrait of a woman in a park. Natural daylight. Photoreal, relaxed."
"A coffee cup on a wooden table. Morning light. Simple, cozy."
"City street at night. Neon signs. Urban, moody."
"Fantasy knight in armor. Dramatic lighting. Illustration style."
When to use Sana Base vs other models
| Scenario | Best choice |
|---|