How to get the best out of Gen-4 Turbo (Image to Video)
Gen-4 Turbo (Image to Video) on Pixio is the faster Gen-4 image-to-video option. Same workflow as Gen-4 Image to Video—upload one keyframe, describe motion in a prompt—but with lower latency and typically lower cost per second. Use it for quick motion previews and iteration; switch to standard Gen-4 (Image to Video) when you need the highest single-run quality.
Gen-4 Turbo (Image to Video)
Gen-4 Turbo (Image to Video) on Pixio is the faster Gen-4 image-to-video option. Same workflow as Gen-4 Image to Video—upload one keyframe, describe motion in a prompt—but with lower latency and typically lower cost per second. Use it for quick motion previews and iteration; switch to standard Gen-4 (Image to Video) when you need the highest single-run quality.
Use this when
- You need image-to-video with speed and lower cost—keyframe + prompt → motion in less time than standard Gen-4.
- You’re iterating on motion (camera, subject action) and want many tries without long waits or high credit use.
- You’re fine with slightly lower quality than standard Gen-4 in exchange for faster turnaround.
- You want Runway motion and consistency without the full Gen-4 image-to-video credit cost for every draft.
Modes in Pixio
| Mode | Input | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Image to Video | One image + prompt | Animating keyframes; prompt describes motion only |
Options
| Option | Values | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | 5s, 10s (typical) | Start with 5s for drafts |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 9:16, etc. | Check Pixio for full list |
| Credits | Lower per second than standard Gen-4 | Check model card in Pixio |
Credits
Credits are lower per second than standard Gen-4 image-to-video; check the model card in Pixio for current rates.
Why use Turbo for image-to-video
Gen-4 Turbo (Image to Video) keeps the same input (one image + prompt) and same control (motion, camera, lighting) as standard Gen-4 image-to-video, with faster generation and lower cost per second. Use it for storyboards, motion tests, and drafts; when you have the motion you want, run Gen-4 (Image to Video) once for the final clip.
Prompt structure
Describe motion, not the scene.