MiniMax H3 Video Generator & H3 Max Differences
Use MiniMax H3 to turn a product image, a written scene or reference media into a short video. Plan the subject, movement and sound together, then compare 768P and 2K credit costs.
Studio options
- Inputs
- Text to video · Image to video · Reference to video
- Duration
- 4–15 s
- Resolution
- 768P · 2K
- Aspect ratio
- 16:9 · 9:16 · 1:1 · 4:3 · 3:4 · 21:9
Plan your shot
For a product ad, upload a clear product photo in image mode and describe one camera move. Use first, last or both keyframes when you need to control the opening or closing image. Reference mode accepts images, video and audio to guide a character, motion or rhythm.
A useful starting point
Keep the product recognizable: describe the lighting and movement rather than asking for a new design. Start with a short shot, inspect the result and change one detail before creating a longer version.
Example prompt
A perfume bottle on a pale stone pedestal, soft morning light and a slow camera orbit. Keep the bottle shape and label unchanged. A gentle breeze moves the linen background, with soft ambient room sound.
Credit cost examples
- 5s · 768P · 120 credits
- 5s · 2K · 195 credits
Examples use text mode and the current site tariff. References and setting combinations can change the cost. Review the studio estimate before submitting; one-time packs and subscriptions share the same model rates.
PricingBefore you generate
With an image input, the source image determines the framing. A reference guides the result but does not guarantee exact logos, readable text or identical faces. Review those details before publishing an ad.
MiniMax H3 vs H3 Max
H3 Max (also written H3MAX) is a separately post-trained version offered by fal. InstantVid currently generates with MiniMax H3 on Replicate; H3 Max (also written H3MAX) is not connected for generation here. The options and credit examples on this page describe H3, not H3 Max.
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H3 · Watch a real exampleQuestions about this model
Is H3 Max the same as MiniMax H3?
No. H3 Max is a version offered by fal with additional post-training. InstantVid currently generates with MiniMax H3 through Replicate; H3 Max has not been integrated for generation.
Can I use first and last frames with H3?
Yes. In image mode, choose first frame, last frame or both. Upload the corresponding images and describe the movement between them.
How many credits does an H3 video use?
Cost depends on duration and resolution. The credit examples on this page use the same tariff as the studio; review the live estimate before submitting.
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