Midjourney V1 Video Model

Product Introduction

1. The Midjourney V1 Video Model is an AI-powered tool that transforms static Midjourney-generated or user-uploaded images into animated video clips, enabling dynamic scene extensions, 3D spatial exploration, and real-time creative adjustments.
2. Its core value lies in democratizing high-quality video production by offering an affordable ($10/month), user-friendly platform that eliminates traditional barriers like technical expertise, expensive software, and time-intensive rendering processes.

Main Features

1. The Image-to-Video workflow allows users to animate Midjourney-generated images with one click, generating four 5-second video variations per job, with options to extend clips up to 16 seconds total.
2. Automatic and manual motion prompts enable both preset animations (AI-generated motion logic) and customized scene development (user-defined camera movements, subject actions, and environmental changes).
3. High/Low Motion settings optimize output for specific use cases: High Motion (dynamic camera pans, multi-subject interactions) for action scenes, and Low Motion (subtle ambient movement) for static compositions.
4. External image integration supports uploading non-Midjourney images for animation, requiring users to designate a "start frame" and input motion prompts to guide scene evolution.
5. Cost-efficient rendering operates at 25x lower market rates, priced equivalently to Midjourney image upscaling (8x the cost of a standard image job for four video outputs).

Problems Solved

1. High production costs: Reduces expenses associated with professional animation tools and rendering infrastructure by offering cloud-based processing at $10/month.
2. Technical complexity: Simplifies video creation for non-experts through automated motion logic and intuitive prompts, bypassing the need for 3D modeling or frame-by-frame editing.
3. Creative limitations: Addresses rigid workflows in traditional software by enabling real-time adjustments, iterative scene extensions, and seamless integration with Midjourney’s image-generation ecosystem.

Unique Advantages

1. Unprecedented affordability: At $10/month, it undercuts competitors by 25x while maintaining output quality, leveraging Midjourney’s optimized AI infrastructure for cost scaling.
2. Hybrid automation: Combines AI-driven "automatic" animations with granular manual controls (e.g., motion vectors, scene pacing) rarely seen in consumer-grade tools.
3. Ecosystem integration: Directly links to Midjourney’s image models, allowing iterative refinement where video outputs can inform improved image prompts, creating a closed-loop creative pipeline.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How do I animate my Midjourney images? Users click the "Animate" button on any Midjourney-generated image, select automatic or manual motion prompts, and choose between High/Low Motion settings to generate four 5-second video variants.
2. Can I extend video clips beyond 5 seconds? Yes, users can extend generated videos up to four times (4-second increments per extension), achieving a maximum runtime of 16 seconds per clip.
3. Are external images supported for animation? Yes, drag any image into the prompt bar, mark it as a "start frame," and describe desired motions (e.g., "pan left," "zoom into subject") to generate animations.
4. What is the cost per video job? Each video job costs 8x a standard Midjourney image generation, equivalent to one upscale operation, with Pro-tier subscribers receiving additional "video relax mode" allowances.
5. How does High Motion differ from Low Motion? High Motion prioritizes dynamic camera and subject movement for action scenes, while Low Motion focuses on subtle ambient shifts, though it may occasionally produce static frames due to minimal motion logic.