Pika 2.5 Image to Video runs Pika 2.5, Pika's video model, on a still image. You upload one still, add an optional prompt for the motion and a negative prompt for what to avoid, and get a clip of 5 or 10 seconds at 480p, 720p or 1080p. The still carries the subject, and the clip has no sound. On Versely a clip costs 12 credits (5 seconds at 480p) up to 80 credits (10 seconds at 1080p).
What Pika 2.5 Image to Video is best at
Pricing
Pika 2.5 Image to Video costs 12 credits on Versely. It bills per second, at a rate that changes with output resolution, so a full job runs 12 to 80 credits depending on output resolution.
| Option | Price |
|---|---|
| SD | 3 credits |
| HD | 4 credits |
| 4K | 8 credits |
Prices are Versely credits. Your plan's credit allowance is on the pricing page.
Specs
- Durations
- 5s10s
- Qualities
- 480p720p1080p
- Max resolution
- 1080p
Inputs
Starting image
Required - you must upload a starting image.
Video input
Not supported.
Rankings
Pika 2.5 Image to Video ranks #31 overall with an Elo score of 847 on Versely's live model rankings.
| Category | Rank | Elo | Measured |
|---|---|---|---|
| Image to video | #31 | 847 | 2025-11 |
Release
Pika 2.5 Image to Video was released on November 1, 2025 (released 1.0 years ago).
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Pika 2.5 Image to Video cost on Versely?+
Pika 2.5 Image to Video costs 12 credits on Versely. A full job runs 12-80 credits depending on output resolution.
What is Pika 2.5 Image to Video best for?+
Pika 2.5 brings a still image to life with playful, stylised motion. 480p, 720p or 1080p, 5 or 10 seconds long. The frame follows your image. On Versely it is filed as a Pika video model for image to video.
What resolution does Pika 2.5 Image to Video output?+
Pika 2.5 Image to Video supports output up to 1080p (available qualities: 480p, 720p, 1080p).
How does Pika 2.5 Image to Video rank against other video models?+
Pika 2.5 Image to Video ranks #31 overall with an Elo score of 847 on Versely's live model rankings.
Does Pika 2.5 Image to Video need a reference image or video?+
Pika 2.5 Image to Video requires a starting image.
Can Pika 2.5 make a video from text alone on Versely?+
No. Versely sells Pika 2.5 as image to video only, so every clip starts from a still you upload. Pika's own API also offers a text-to-video version of Pika 2.5; for a text-only prompt on Versely, pick a text-to-video model instead.
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