
Veo 3.1 Lite Image-to-Video API by Google
High-efficiency Veo 3.1 Lite image-to-video: animate an input image into video with synchronized audio. Cost-effective for scalable workflows; supports 720p/1080p and common aspect ratios. Does not support 4K outputs or Extension.
Google Veo 3.1 Lite — Image-to-Video
Veo 3.1 Lite Preview (veo-3.1-lite-generate-preview) is a high-efficiency, developer-oriented video model from Google, optimized for scalable, programmable image-driven workflows. It produces video with audio and is positioned as a cost-effective option for teams building high-volume video applications. According to the official model documentation, Veo 3.1 Lite Preview does not support 4K outputs or Extension; consult the Video generation docs for end-to-end features and limits.
Overview
Generate videos by animating an input image using Google's Veo 3.1 Lite model.
A lightweight, cost-effective variant of Veo 3.1 that always generates video with audio.
Supported options
The model supports:
- Input images up to 8MB in size
- 720p or 1080p output resolution
- 4, 6, or 8 second duration (1080p requires 8s)
- 16:9 or 9:16 aspect ratio
- Audio is always generated
- Safety filters are applied to both input images and generated content


















