OpenAI model

Sora 2

Name: Sora 2
Brand: OpenAI
Availability: InStock

Cinematic clips from text or a single frame — with native voice + ambient sound.

Fast, polished clips for ads, UGC-style shots, and storyboards

720p4/8/12sText→VideoImage→Video16:9/9:16Audio included

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OpenAI Sora 2 AI video example: OBJECTIVE: 🧀 Get to your room before Dad finds you. He scurries across the hallway - up a mop handle, on... — Price$0.13/s
Duration12s
Format16:9
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Best use cases

Short cinematic adsUGC-style lifestyle clipsProduct hero visualsStoryboards & concept tests

Why Sora 2 is powerful

Cinematic camera behavior in seconds (best in short 4–12s beats)
Text→Video + Image→Video (speed or consistency, depending on your starting point)
Multi-beat clips (Shot 1/2/3 prompts work surprisingly well)
Rewards structured prompts (shot list > adjective soup)
Perfect for rapid iteration (test ideas, pacing, and mood fast)

Real Specs — OpenAI Sora 2

The limits that shape your renders.

Price / second$0.13/s

Text-to-Video

Image-to-Video

Reference image / style reference

Max resolution720p

Max duration12s

Aspect ratios16:9 / 9:16

FPS options24

Output formatMP4

Audio output

Native audio generation

Lip sync

Camera / motion controlsBasic

WatermarkNo (MaxVideoAI)

Release dateSep 2025

Prompting & shot languageDetails

This tier responds best to director-style prompts with clear beats and camera intent. Think actions and framing before style adjectives.

Lead with subject + action + camera move.
Name lighting and lens mood for consistency.
Keep each clip to one main beat.
Start from a single frame when you need a stable look.

Audio & iterationDetails

Audio is generated alongside the visuals, so rhythm can be shaped in the same prompt. Use quick variations to lock pacing before scaling.

Add one or two key sound cues.
Keep dialogue short and punchy.
Save winning prompts as templates.
Regenerate small changes to test hooks.

Example Gallery: Real Sora 2 Outputs

See a handful of live Sora 2 renders powered by the same settings you have in MaxVideoAI.

Sora 2 AI video example: Horizontal 16:9, exactly 12.0 seconds, single continuous shot, no cuts. Night rain in a gritty alley. A meteor-l...

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How to Write a Great Sora 2 Prompt

OpenAI Developers

Sora 2 works best when you brief it like a cinematographer: one clear shot, simple timing, and visible actions.

Tip: duration + aspect ratio are set in the UI — your prompt controls subject, action, camera, lighting, style, and sound.

Quick prompt (fast iteration)

Use 1–2 sentences when you want variations.

Quick = variations. Use for fast iteration.

Template (copy/paste)

[Style] + [Subject] + [Setting] + [Lighting] + [Mood / palette]

Example

Handheld smartphone UGC clip of a woman unboxing a new skincare bottle at a kitchen table. She peels the seal, smiles, and turns the bottle toward camera. Soft window daylight, natural colors, subtle room tone + packaging crinkle.

Structured prompt (best for reliable results)

Separate information so the model can follow it consistently.

Structured = consistency. Use when you need reliable results.

Template (copy/paste)

Subject:
[Who/what + 1 clear action or pose.]

Setting:
[Where + time of day + 2–3 visual anchors.]

Composition:
- Framing: [wide / medium / close-up]
- Angle: [eye-level / low / high]
- Lens feel: [e.g., 35mm natural, shallow DOF]

Lighting + palette:
[Key light + 2–3 palette anchors]

Style constraints:
No logos. No readable text. Clean background.

Pro prompt (ultra-specific "studio brief")

Use this when you need a very specific look or continuity across shots.

Pro = continuity. Use for precise, repeatable looks.

Template (copy/paste)

Project / intent:
[One-line goal for the still.]

Subject:
[Who/what + wardrobe/materials + 2–3 distinctive traits.]

Location / set:
[Where + time of day + weather. Add 3 visual anchors.]

Composition:
- Framing + angle
- Lens feel + depth of field
- Look: [clean digital / subtle film grain / soft bloom]

Lighting & grade:
- Key light
- Contrast
- Palette anchors (3–5)

Constraints:
No logos. No readable text. No overlays.

Storyboard prompt (sequenced shot list)

Use this when you need multi-beat continuity in a single clip.

Storyboard = beat timing. Use for mini-stories in one clip.

Template (copy/paste)

Storyboard / shot list (same subject + same setting)
Duration: [4/8/12s] • Aspect: [16:9 or 9:16]

Shot 1 (0-2s):
[Framing + subject action + camera move]

Shot 2 (2-6s):
[Framing + subject action + camera move]

Shot 3 (6-8/12s):
[Final action/reveal + camera settle]

Continuity:
[Repeat anchors: wardrobe, props, lighting, background]

Audio (optional):
[Ambience + 1-2 SFX cues]

Constraints:
No logos. No readable text. No overlays.

Demo: a sequenced prompt

OpenAI Sora 2 AI video example: 8 second cinematic lifestyle commercial of a man in his 30s using a sleek smartwatch while jogging at sun... — 8 second cinematic lifestyle commercial of a man in his 30s using a sleek smartwatch while jogging at sunrise in an urban park. Shot 1 (2 s): close-up of the watch on his wrist, sunlight reflecting off the glass as he adjusts the strap. Shot 2 (4 s): side-angle tracking shot as he runs along the path, warm light flaring behind skyscrapers. Shot 3 (2 s): close-up of him glancing at the screen, subtle smile, breath visible in cool morning air. Lighting: golden hour, cinematic natural tones. Audio: rhythmic ambient footsteps + faint upbeat music. Camera: dynamic handheld tracking, 50 mm lens look. Negative: no logos, no slow-motion, no text overlays.
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Tips & Limitations

Sora is most predictable when you keep the shot simple, readable, and physical.

What works best

Short, vivid moments
Clear subject and action
Simple environments (office, street, café, home…)
Film-like camera behavior (dolly, pan, handheld, etc.)
Great for UGC-feeling footage and cinematic inserts

Common problems → fast fixes

Feels random / inconsistent → simplify to: subject + action + camera + lighting. Re-run 2–3 takes.
Motion looks weird → reduce movement: one camera move, slower action, fewer props.
Subject drifts off-brand → start from a reference image and lock palette + lighting.
Text looks wrong → avoid readable signage, tiny UI, micro labels. Keep text off-screen.
Dialogue drifts → keep lines short and punchy; avoid long monologues.

Hard limits to keep in mind

Outputs are 720p — Sora 2 Pro covers higher resolution (up to 1792×1024).
It’s 4–12 seconds, not long-form. Stitch multiple clips for longer edits.
No video input; start from text or image.
No seeds; iterate by refining the prompt and re-running.
Can struggle with very small or detailed text.

Sora 2 vs Sora 2 Pro

View Sora 2 Pro details →

Use Sora 2 when you want:

Fast idea → clip iteration
Storyboards, concepts, UGC-style beats, short ads
A quick first pass where 720p is enough

Use Sora 2 Pro when you need:

Higher resolution output
More control for finals (including audio control in the UI)
Cleaner final takes after you’ve validated the idea

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Safety & People / Likeness

Do not generate real people or public figures (no celebrities, politicians, etc.).
No minors, sexual content, hateful content or graphic violence.
Don’t use another person’s likeness without consent.
Some prompts and input images will be blocked if they violate these principles.
Generic characters and scenes are fine.
Famous people or sensitive prompts may be blocked.
This is how both MaxVideoAI and Sora 2 stay usable and safe for professionals.

FAQ

Is Sora 2 available in Europe / the UK?

Yes. Use Sora 2 from Europe, the UK and most locations where our service is available—no direct OpenAI invite needed.

Can Sora 2 generate 1080p videos?

This tier outputs 720p. For higher resolution (up to 1792×1024), use Sora 2 Pro.

Does Sora 2 support image-to-video?

Yes. Upload a PNG/JPG/WEBP/GIF/AVIF frame (up to ~50 MB) and Sora 2 will animate it based on your motion-focused prompt.

Can I remix or extend existing videos with Sora 2?

This configuration is for text→video and image→video only. Combine multiple clips for longer edits.

How do I keep Sora 2 on-brand?

Use image references from Nano Banana or your own design system, mention brand colors, and keep mood consistent across prompts.