Character motion
Create short shots where body movement, gestures, and facial expression are central to the result.
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Hailuo 2.3 at a glance
MiniMax Hailuo 2.3 is an AI video model for text-to-video and image-to-video generation, with 24 fps output, camera-command prompting, and 768p or 1080p options.
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- Developer
- MiniMax
- Inputs
- Text or starting image
- Output
- 768p or 1080p at 24 fps
- Clip length
- 6 or 10 seconds
Overview
What Hailuo 2.3 is
Hailuo 2.3 is MiniMax's short-form video generation model focused on body movement, facial expression, physical realism, and prompt adherence. The standard model accepts either a text prompt or a starting image, while Hailuo 2.3 Fast is a lower-cost image-to-video variant for quicker iteration and higher-volume work.
Creators can use the model through the Hailuo AI web product, and developers can call it through MiniMax's asynchronous video API. Official specifications support 768p clips lasting 6 or 10 seconds and 1080p clips lasting 6 seconds, all at 24 fps.
Use cases
Who Hailuo 2.3 is best for
The strongest fit depends on the job you need the product to complete, not the size of its feature list.
Image animation
Turn a composed still image into a moving shot while preserving the initial visual direction.
Programmatic video generation
Generate repeatable batches through MiniMax's API with task IDs, polling, and downloadable output files.
Capabilities
Core Hailuo 2.3 features
Text-to-video
The standard Hailuo 2.3 model generates video directly from prompts up to 2,000 characters.
Image-to-video
Both standard and Fast variants animate a supplied first-frame image.
Camera commands
Supports bracketed directions for pans, tilts, tracking, zooms, push-ins, pull-outs, shakes, static shots, and other camera movement.
Multiple output settings
Offers 768p at 6 or 10 seconds and 1080p at 6 seconds, rendered at 24 fps.
Fast model
Hailuo 2.3 Fast lowers API cost for image-to-video generation while retaining the same listed durations and resolutions.
Asynchronous API
Creates a generation task, exposes status polling, and returns a file identifier when the video is ready.
Process
How the Hailuo 2.3 workflow works
Step 1
Choose text or image input
Use the standard model for text-to-video or either model to animate an initial frame.
Step 2
Describe motion clearly
Specify the subject, action, setting, visual style, and only the camera movement needed for the shot.
Step 3
Select output settings
Choose 768p for 6 or 10 seconds or 1080p for a 6-second result.
Step 4
Generate and compare
Create several controlled variations, inspect anatomy and physics frame by frame, and keep only suitable takes.
Step 5
Finish in an editor
Assemble selected clips, add sound, titles, transitions, and brand treatment in a dedicated editing workflow.
Cost
Hailuo 2.3 pricing and free plan
MiniMax API pay-as-you-go pricing ranges from $0.19 to $0.56 per clip for the Hailuo 2.3 series. The Hailuo AI web app uses a separate credit and subscription system whose checkout terms can differ by billing cycle and region.
Hailuo 2.3 Fast API
$0.19–$0.33/video
Lower-cost image-to-video generation through the MiniMax API.
- 768p 6s: $0.19
- 768p 10s: $0.32
- 1080p 6s: $0.33
Hailuo 2.3 API
$0.28–$0.56/video
Standard model with text-to-video and image-to-video support.
- 768p 6s: $0.28
- 768p 10s: $0.56
- 1080p 6s: $0.49
Video resource packages
From $1,000/month
Prepaid API units with volume discounts and higher request limits.
- Standard: $1,000 for 3,760 units
- Pro: $2,500 for 9,920 units
- Scale: $4,500 for 18,900 units
- Business: $6,000 for 26,780 units
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Assessment
Hailuo 2.3 strengths and limitations
Where it stands out
- Supports both prompt-only creation and animation from a starting image
- Offers explicit camera-direction syntax for more intentional shot design
- Provides a cheaper Fast option when image-to-video is sufficient
- Publishes clear developer pricing for each duration and resolution
What to consider
- Outputs are limited to 6 or 10 seconds, so longer sequences require multiple generations and editing
- The Fast variant supports image-to-video but not text-to-video
- The model accepts a starting image rather than separate first-and-last-frame control
- Generative video remains probabilistic, so production work should budget for rerolls and frame-by-frame review
Compare
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Hailuo 2.3 FAQs
What can Hailuo 2.3 generate?
The standard model creates video from text or a starting image. Hailuo 2.3 Fast is limited to image-to-video generation.
What resolution does Hailuo 2.3 support?
MiniMax lists 768p output at 6 or 10 seconds and 1080p output at 6 seconds, all at 24 frames per second.
How much does the Hailuo 2.3 API cost?
Standard Hailuo 2.3 costs $0.28 for 768p/6s, $0.56 for 768p/10s, and $0.49 for 1080p/6s. Fast costs $0.19, $0.32, and $0.33 for those respective settings.
Can I control the camera movement?
Yes. The API documentation lists 15 bracketed camera commands, including pan, tilt, zoom, tracking, push, pull, pedestal, shake, and static-shot directions.
Is Hailuo 2.3 a complete video editor?
No. It generates short shots. Most finished projects still need an editor for sequencing, trimming, sound, text, transitions, and final delivery.
Bottom line
Our Hailuo 2.3 verdict
Hailuo 2.3 is a practical short-form generation model for creators who value expressive motion, first-frame animation, and transparent API costs. Use the standard version when starting from text, the Fast version for economical image animation, and a separate editor or filmmaking platform for complete sequences.
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