Seedance 2.0: Complete Guide to ByteDance's Best AI Video Model (2026)
Everything you need to know about Seedance 2.0. Learn how to use ByteDance's flagship AI video model for text-to-video, image-to-video, and reference-video generation with cinematic quality.
Seedance 2.0 is ByteDance's flagship AI video generation model, delivering cinematic-quality video with unprecedented motion control and visual coherence. It is one of the most capable AI video models available today, supporting text-to-video, image-to-video, and reference-video workflows.
Seedance 2.0 is now available on Nano Banana in two variants: Seedance 2 (maximum quality) and Seedance 2 Fast (faster generation at lower cost). Try it in our Text to Video studio.
What Makes Seedance 2.0 Stand Out
Seedance 2.0 represents a generational leap in AI video quality. Here is what sets it apart:
- Cinematic Motion Quality — Natural, fluid camera movements and subject motion that rival professional footage. Characters walk, turn, and gesture with realistic body mechanics.
- Visual Coherence — Maintains consistent subjects, lighting, and environments throughout the entire clip. No more random morphing or identity shifts mid-video.
- Reference Video Support — Upload a reference video to guide motion style, camera angles, or pacing. The model adapts your creative direction into new content.
- Multi-Resolution Output — Generate in 480p for quick drafts or 720p for production-ready content.
- Flexible Duration — Create 5-second, 10-second, or 15-second clips depending on your needs.
Seedance 2 vs Seedance 2 Fast
| Feature | Seedance 2 | Seedance 2 Fast |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Maximum cinematic quality | High quality, slightly reduced detail |
| Speed | Standard generation time | Faster generation |
| Cost | Higher credits | ~30% lower credits |
| Resolutions | 480p, 720p | 480p, 720p |
| Durations | 5s, 10s, 15s | 5s, 10s, 15s |
| Aspect Ratios | 16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3, 3:4, 21:9 | 16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3, 3:4 |
| Reference Video | Yes (up to 2) | Yes (up to 2) |
| Best For | Final production content | Drafts, iteration, high-volume |
Key Capabilities
Text-to-Video
Describe a scene in plain text and Seedance 2.0 generates a fully realized video clip. It handles complex scenes with multiple subjects, dynamic lighting, and camera motion.
Image-to-Video
Upload a still image and bring it to life. Seedance 2.0 extracts the subject, environment, and mood from your image and creates natural motion while preserving the original visual identity.
Reference-to-Video
Upload a reference video alongside your prompt to guide the output. This is powerful for maintaining consistent motion style, camera work, or pacing across multiple clips.
How to Use Seedance 2.0 on Nano Banana
- Go to Text to Video or Image to Video
- Select Seedance 2 or Seedance 2 Fast from the model selector
- Write your prompt describing the scene, motion, and mood
- Choose resolution (480p or 720p), duration (5s, 10s, or 15s), and aspect ratio
- Optionally upload a reference image or video
- Click Generate
Best Use Cases for Seedance 2.0
- Social media content — Short-form video for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts
- Product demos — Animated product showcases and feature walkthroughs
- Marketing campaigns — Video ads, promotional clips, and brand content
- Storytelling — Narrative sequences, character animations, and scene transitions
- Concept visualization — Bring storyboards and static concepts to life before full production
- E-commerce — Animated product displays and lifestyle video content
Prompt Tips for Seedance 2.0
- Describe motion explicitly — "A woman walks toward the camera, her hair blowing in the wind" is better than "a woman outdoors"
- Specify camera movement — "Slow dolly in", "tracking shot from left to right", "static wide angle"
- Set the mood — Include lighting and atmosphere: "golden hour", "moody blue tones", "bright studio lighting"
- Keep subjects consistent — Describe your subject in detail once and the model maintains identity throughout
- Use Seedance 2 Fast for iteration — Draft your idea cheaply, then switch to Seedance 2 for the final version
Get Started
Ready to create AI video with Seedance 2.0? Head to Text to Video and select Seedance 2 from the model list. New users get free credits to try all video models.