Seedance V1 Lite on Genosai — cheapest image-to-video up to 1080p
Seedance V1 Lite is ByteDance's lightweight image-to-video model from the Seedance 1.0 line, available on Genosai. It animates a single uploaded frame at up to 1080p, lasting 5 or 10 seconds, and stays the cheapest video model in the catalog — from 2 credits per second. On Genosai it runs online, with no API setup.
Updated: July 7, 2026
- Lowest price — Seedance V1 Lite is the cheapest video model in the catalog: from 2 credits per second at 480p, ideal for volume.
- Image-to-video — The model animates a single uploaded frame by giving it motion — from a product photo to a character.
- Up to 1080p resolution — Despite being lightweight, Lite generates at 480p, 720p and 1080p at 24 frames per second.
- High efficiency — Lite is the efficiency leader of its tier: a 1080p clip generates in about 41 seconds of compute.
- Camera fix — A camera-fix option keeps the frame static when only the object should move, not the whole scene.
Contents
- What is Seedance V1 Lite
- Capabilities
- Examples
- How to use on Genosai
- Prompts
- Generation cost
- Comparison
- Limitations and tips
- FAQ
What is Seedance V1 Lite
Seedance V1 Lite is ByteDance's lightweight image-to-video model from the Seedance 1.0 line, released in 2025. In the family it takes the place of the lightest and cheapest tier: next to the stronger Pro version of the same line, Lite handles economical volume generation. The word Lite here means low compute cost and high speed, not giving up resolution.
The model works as image-to-video: you upload a single frame and Seedance V1 Lite animates it, giving motion to the object and scene. That sets it apart from the newer Seedance 2.0 line, which adds native audio, multimodal references and first- and last-frame control. Lite focuses on simple, cheap animation of an image without sound.
Despite being lightweight, the model generates at up to 1080p at 24 frames per second and is known for high efficiency: a 1080p clip is created in about 41 seconds of compute, which makes Lite a speed leader in its tier. Clip length is 5 or 10 seconds. For control over dynamics there is a camera fix, which keeps the frame static when only the object should move.
On Genosai the model runs online: you do not need a developer account, API keys or your own infrastructure. You open the video studio in the browser, upload a frame, describe the motion, and get a short clip. Seedance V1 Lite suits volume and drafts: marketing inserts, UGC content and fast tests where volume and price matter more than sound and maximum quality.
Capabilities
Seedance V1 Lite gives cheap, fast frame animation. Here is what the model does in practice.
Lowest price
Lite's main strength is cost. It is the cheapest video model in the catalog: about 2 credits per second at 480p. Because of that you can run it often and not count every take, which matters for volume generation, tests and drafts. When you need to animate many frames or sweep through options, the low price becomes a decisive advantage.
Image-to-video
The model's key mode is animating a single uploaded image. You pass a frame and describe how it should move: a subtle camera dolly, an object turn or motion in frame. The model keeps the composition of the source and adds dynamics to it, turning a static photo into a short clip.
Resolution, duration and efficiency
Seedance V1 Lite generates at 480p, 720p and 1080p at 24 frames per second, and clip length is 5 or 10 seconds. Worth noting separately is the efficiency: a 1080p clip is created in about 41 seconds of compute, which makes Lite one of the fastest options in its class. That is valuable when there are many clips and throughput matters.
Camera fix
For control over dynamics there is a camera fix. When it is on, the frame stays static and only the object in it gets motion. This is handy if you want to animate, say, a waving flag or a character's expression but do not want the camera to fly around the scene. The effect depends on the source, so it is worth checking the result on a specific frame.
Examples
There is no demo gallery for Seedance V1 Lite on Genosai yet, so instead of ready clips we describe the typical scenarios the model is built for. The first scenario is volume animation of product photos: you upload shots of items and quickly give them subtle motion for cards and ad inserts.
The second scenario is UGC content and social: you animate ordinary photos, adding dynamics for short vertical clips. The third scenario is a fast idea test: before an expensive generation on a strong model, you check the motion and composition on the cheap Lite. The fourth scenario is an atmospheric frame with a fixed camera, where only water, smoke or fire moves. In all cases the model generates a silent video at up to 1080p at a minimal price.
How to use on Genosai
Launching Seedance V1 Lite on Genosai requires no setup: everything happens in the browser and the model is already connected. The basic path from a frame to a finished clip looks like this.
- Sign in to your Genosai account and open the video studio.
- Pick Seedance V1 Lite in the model list.
- Upload the source frame you want to animate.
- Describe the desired motion: a camera dolly, an object turn or motion in frame.
- If needed, turn on the camera fix and set the resolution and a duration of 5 or 10 seconds.
- Run the generation, then download the clip or refine the prompt and repeat.
Prompts
These templates show how to phrase tasks for Seedance V1 Lite. Replace the text in square brackets with your own data and describe the motion specifically — the model adds it to the uploaded frame.
Animate the product frame [description]: slow object turnaround, subtle highlight, camera moves in a bit, 720p.UGC clip [description]: light dynamics in a vertical frame, natural motion, 10 seconds.Landscape [description] with camera fix: only water and clouds move, static frame, 480p.Fast test: animate the uploaded frame [scene], a short camera move, 5 seconds, low resolution.Portrait [description]: light expression, hair motion, calm head turn, keep the composition.Atmospheric frame [description]: slow smoke and light motion, soft dynamics, no sharp moves.Product insert: [product] on [background], camera arcs around the object on a short path, 1080p.Generation cost
On Genosai the cost of Seedance V1 Lite is counted per second of the clip and depends on resolution: about 2 credits per second at 480p, 4.5 credits at 720p and 10 credits at 1080p. It is the cheapest video model in the catalog: a ten-second clip at 480p costs only about 20 credits. You pay for actual generations, with no monthly subscription, so Lite is handy for volume and tests.
The low price and high efficiency make the model a working tool for drafts: you can animate frames often and not worry about the budget, moving the final to stronger models if needed. Starter credits after sign-up let you try Seedance V1 Lite for free. Current packages and balance are in the Pricing section.
Comparison
Seedance V1 Lite is the choice when you need the lowest price and a stream of short clips from frames. If within the same 1.0 line you need better quality, move up to Seedance Pro Fast. If you need audio and references, look at the 2.0 line — the cheap Seedance 2 Mini. Among other families, close in class are the light Veo 3.1 Lite and the fast Grok Imagine 1.5.
| Model | Strength | Price on Genosai |
|---|---|---|
| Seedance V1 Lite | Lowest price, i2v up to 1080p | from 2 credits/sec |
| Seedance Pro Fast | Fast i2v at higher quality | from 18 to 72 credits |
| Seedance 2 Mini | Audio and references, up to 720p | from 9.5 credits/sec |
| Veo 3.1 Lite | Light Veo version at high resolution | 720p=30, 1080p=35 |
| Grok Imagine 1.5 | Fast video generation | from 12 credits/sec |
All models are available in one Genosai interface, so you can compare them on your own frame and pick the best by price and quality. A practical approach is Lite for volume and drafts, and moving to stronger models for a final with sound or high quality.
Limitations and tips
Seedance V1 Lite is the lightest tier of the 1.0 line, so it has no audio, no references and no first- and last-frame control, and on the detail and stability of complex scenes it falls short of the Pro version and the 2.0 line. If you need a clip with sound or a cleaner picture, use Seedance Pro Fast or models of the 2.0 line. The exact set of parameters may depend on the studio — rely on the actual result.
Since this is image-to-video, the clip quality depends heavily on the source frame. Upload a clean image without extra noise, and match the clip format to the source aspect ratio — that way motion comes out more naturally. Describe the motion specifically: the clearer what should move and how, the more predictable the result. For a static camera, turn on the camera fix.
Use Lite's main advantage — price: run ideas and drafts here, and launch only final scenes on expensive models. Work iteratively: first a short test at 480p, then 720p or 1080p if needed. That way you get the most clips for the least budget and reach the motion you want faster.
FAQ
What is Seedance V1 Lite and who built it?
Seedance V1 Lite is ByteDance's lightweight image-to-video model from the Seedance 1.0 line, released in 2025. It is the lightest and cheapest tier of the line. On Genosai it is available online with no separate subscription and no API setup.
How much does a Seedance V1 Lite video cost on Genosai?
The price is counted per second of the clip: about 2 credits at 480p, 4.5 at 720p and 10 at 1080p. It is the cheapest video model in the catalog. You pay for actual generations, with no subscription; current packages are in the Pricing section.
How is Seedance V1 Lite different from the Seedance 2.0 line?
V1 Lite belongs to the earlier Seedance 1.0 generation and works as image-to-video without audio generation. The 2.0 line is newer: it adds native audio, multimodal references and first- and last-frame control.
Does Seedance V1 Lite generate audio?
No. Seedance V1 Lite creates a silent video without audio — like the whole 1.0 line. If you need a clip with sound in one generation, use models of the Seedance 2.0 line.
What resolution and duration does Seedance V1 Lite have?
The model generates at 480p, 720p and 1080p at 24 frames per second, and clip length is 5 or 10 seconds. The exact set of settings depends on the studio, so rely on the actual result.
What tasks is Seedance V1 Lite good for?
Lite is handy for volume generation and drafts: marketing inserts, UGC content and fast tests. Thanks to its low price and high efficiency you can run it often, and move the final to stronger models if needed.