Built on Gemini 3.1 Flash Image — sign up for free credits. Upload references, search-enhanced generation, 4K output
“Create a wide-format quote card with a brown background. Set “Stay Hungry, Stay Foolish” in light gold serif type, followed by “—Steve Jobs”. Place the portrait on the left with a soft gradient fade, and let the quote take up about three quarters of the layout on the right”
“Blend the elements from these images organically into a single scene”
Feed in multiple reference images and the model plans spatial placement and visual focus first, then blends scattered elements into one cohesive scene
“Design a black-and-white circular badge logo for a coffee shop called "The Daily Grind". Place the brand name along the arc with exact, readable spelling. Put a coffee bean and gear icon in the center. Use bold sans-serif type and a minimalist professional look”
Describe the copy and font style clearly and get logos, posters, and infographics with accurate spelling
“Search for real images of the resplendent quetzal, then create a clean 3:2 wallpaper based on them with a natural top-to-bottom gradient background”
When prompt enhancement is enabled, search can help with details on rare animals, landmarks, and fact-based subjects
“Using this character, create a 3-panel black-and-white comic in a film noir style about discovering a stray cat in a dark alley”
Provide one character reference and keep the same appearance consistent across multi-panel comics
If speed, repeated edits, and multi-image references matter most to you, Nano Banana 2 is usually the best fit for day-to-day creation
| Feature | Nano Banana AI | Nano Banana 2 | GPT Image 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Positioning | Fast generation, mostly single-pass output | Fast, flexible — the everyday editing pick | Text-heavy designs, polished layouts, and OpenAI image workflows |
| Generation speed | Fastest | Fast, great for repeated edits | Balanced speed with strong layout and typography control |
| Output resolution | Up to 1K | 1K / 2K / 4K | 1K / 2K / 4K |
| Reference image limit | 3 images | 14 images (10 objects + 4 characters) | Up to 16 reference images |
| Aspect ratios | Standard ratios | 14 options, including ultra-long 1:8 and 8:1 formats | Standard ratios |
| Multi-image and iteration | Basic support, more single-pass oriented | Multiple images at once, the smoothest for continuous editing | Supported, better for smaller-scale refinement |
| Text rendering | Basic | Clear and reliable, great for posters and infographics | Highest precision, best for final artwork |
| Google Search enhancement | Not supported | Text search + image search | Text search only |
| Thinking mode | Not supported | Supported, with adjustable depth | Supported, deep reasoning |
Not sure which to pick? Start with NB2 for fast exploration, then switch to GPT Image 2 when you need polished typography and layouts
No need to start from scratch. Color line art, turn photos into figurines, or mock up packaging on a can
“Naturally color this black-and-white anime line art while keeping the lines clean and the lighting soft”
Upload black-and-white line art, keep the original lines, and get a color-finished image with soft lighting
“Dress the model from image 1 in the blue floral dress from image 2 and create a clean studio e-commerce photo”
Upload a portrait and a garment image, and AI will combine them into a try-on visual while preserving the model's presence and the garment's silhouette and pattern
“Turn this anime character into a realistic photo, keep the hairstyle, outfit, and expression, and place the character in a cinematic train-car portrait”
Upload one anime character image, keep the hairstyle, outfit silhouette, and recognizable expression cues, then turn the 2D character into a realistic portrait photo. Great for live-action character concepts, film visualization, and cosplay reference
“Create a complete character sheet from this reference, keep the same character design, and include turnarounds, expressions, and equipment details”
“Use the makeup reference to recreate the same makeup look while keeping the original pose, angle, and facial features”
“Expand this character illustration into an RPG status screen, keep the same character design, and add stats, skills, and a fantasy scene”
“Render this sports car sketch as a blue concept car in a high-end showroom”
