Video model · Image to video
Kling 3.0 Pro I2V on Klingobanana
Kling 3.0 Pro image-to-video animates a source image with native audio. It accepts up to two reference images.
From 26 credits per clip
Specs
- Type
- Video · Image to video
- Input
- Requires an image (up to 2 references)
- Reference images
- Up to 2
- Clip lengths
- 5 s, 10 s
- Resolution
- Set by the model
- Audio
- Native audio
- Speed
- Slower, higher fidelity
Price per generation
| Option | Cost |
|---|---|
| 5 s clip | 26 credits |
| 10 s clip | 51 credits |
Credits come from your plan. Planning a batch? Use the video cost calculator to see the euro cost per plan.
What Kling 3.0 Pro I2V is good at
Kling 3.0 Pro Image to Video animates a picture you supply, with sound, using the same motion engine that makes the text-to-video model popular for people shots. It accepts up to two reference images, so you can show the opening frame and a second image that guides the result, which gives you more control over where the clip lands.
In practice this model is what you use after you have already designed the look. The first image carries the face, outfit and light; the prompt only needs to describe action. Kling tends to preserve a subject's proportions during natural movement such as turning, walking or reaching, which is why it is a common choice for animated AI characters and creator-style clips.
Ideal use cases
- Moving a portrait. Turn a still of your character into a clip where she looks around, speaks off-camera or reacts, with ambient sound included.
- Studio product animation. Add a controlled reveal to a clean product image: a hand entering the frame, a lid opening, a slow rotation.
- Matching a specific frame. When the clip has to start exactly from an approved image, such as a brand visual, this is more predictable than text-only generation.
Limits to know about
- The result depends on the source image. Occluded hands or cropped faces will not be fixed by animation.
- Only two reference images are supported, which is fewer than some reference-led models offer.
- It is a premium tier model, so checking motion ideas on a cheaper model first is worthwhile.
Example prompts for Kling 3.0 Pro I2V
Reaching for a mug
She reaches forward and picks up the mug with her right hand, takes a sip, and looks out of the window, camera holds steady at table height, soft room tone and a faint clink.
Why it works. A three-step natural action in sequence suits Kling's motion continuity, and a fixed camera protects the framing.
Hair and wind
Strong sea wind blows her hair across her face, she brushes it back and laughs, slight handheld sway, waves crashing and gulls overhead.
Why it works. Wind is a reliable motion driver that works with a still portrait without changing identity.
Lid open reveal
A hand enters from the right and lifts the lid of the box, revealing the sneakers inside, slow push-in, soft paper rustle, no other movement in the scene.
Why it works. A single object interaction, with the rest of the scene frozen, is a controllable product pattern.
Settings and what costs more
- Length is the main cost driver: 5 seconds costs 26 credits and 10 seconds costs 51 credits.
- Duration: 5 s covers a single action; 10 s lets a short sequence play out, at a higher credit cost.
- Choose a source image where the subject is fully visible and the pose is a natural starting point for the motion.
- If you add a second reference, make it complement the first rather than contradict its look, for example the same character from a different angle.
Compare Kling 3.0 Pro I2V with
- Kling 3.0 Pro (26 credits per clip)Choose it for the text-only sibling when you want the model to invent the scene.
- Seedance 2.0 I2V (104 credits per clip)Choose it for the ByteDance alternative with longer clip options and a resolution choice.
- Gemini Omni Flash 1.1 (19 credits per clip)Choose it for when you need several reference images to keep a character consistent across shots.
Our take
Pick Kling 3.0 Pro I2V to animate an approved still with natural human motion.
Use it for
- Building a consistent AI influencer, using reference images to keep one face across content.
- UGC-style product ads, from script to finished clip.
- Choosing a platform? Klingobanana vs Higgsfield, Klingobanana vs OpenArt.
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Frequently asked questions
How many reference images does Kling 3.0 Pro I2V accept?
- Up to two on Klingobanana. The first anchors the opening frame; a second can help guide the subject.
Does it create audio?
- Yes, with native audio generation. Describe the sounds in the prompt for the best results.
Should I describe the image in the prompt?
- No. Describe the movement and the camera only, since the image already shows how everything looks.
Can I use it through the API?
- Yes. Send the image URL(s), your motion prompt and a duration to the Klingobanana API with this model id, and the video URL comes back when the job completes.
How many credits does Kling 3.0 Pro I2V cost?
- A 5 second clip costs 26 credits on Klingobanana. The price table on this page lists every supported length.
Can I use reference images with Kling 3.0 Pro I2V?
- Yes, it accepts up to 2 reference images.
Do I need a subscription?
- Yes. There is no free tier; credits come from a subscription plan or a top-up.
Does Kling 3.0 Pro I2V generate audio?
- Yes, it generates native audio with the clip.
Generate with Kling 3.0 Pro I2V
Subscribe, open the studio and pick Kling 3.0 Pro I2V from the model list. Credits are only spent when you generate.
Generate with Kling 3.0 Pro I2VA subscription is required before generating. Plans from €15/month, cancel anytime.
Default price shown at 1080p where a resolution option exists.