Google has expanded its generative AI portfolio with the launch of Nano Banana 2 Lite and the developer availability of Gemini Omni Flash, offering faster, more cost-efficient tools for AI-powered image generation, video creation, and conversational editing. The new models are designed to help developers build scalable multimedia applications while improving creative workflows across images and videos.
Nano Banana 2 Lite is now available through Google AI Studio, the Gemini API, and the Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform. It is also being integrated into several Google consumer products, including AI Mode in Search, the Gemini app, NotebookLM, Google Photos, Google Flow, Google Ads, and other Google services.
Meanwhile, Gemini Omni Flash is making its developer debut through Google AI Studio, the Gemini API, and the Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform. The model is also available in the Gemini app and Google Flow, enabling developers to create advanced video generation and editing experiences.
Nano Banana 2 Lite Delivers Faster and More Affordable AI Image Generation
Nano Banana 2 Lite, powered by Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite Image, is Google’s fastest and most cost-efficient image generation model in the Nano Banana family. Designed for high-volume workloads, the model prioritizes low latency and operational efficiency without compromising image quality.
The model generates text-to-image outputs in approximately four seconds, making it well suited for rapid prototyping, interactive applications, and large-scale image production. With pricing starting at $0.034 per 1,000-resolution image, it provides an economical option for developers managing high-throughput AI workloads.
Despite its speed-focused design, Nano Banana 2 Lite maintains strong prompt accuracy, consistent character rendering, and clear text generation within images. Google also recommends it as the successor to the original Nano Banana (Gemini 2.5 Flash Image), offering improved quality, faster performance, and lower operating costs.
Understanding Google’s Nano Banana Image Model Family
Google now offers multiple image generation models tailored to different creative requirements:
- Nano Banana 2 Lite (Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite Image): Optimized for ultra-fast image generation and high-volume applications requiring minimal latency.
- Nano Banana 2 (Gemini 3.1 Flash Image): A balanced model delivering high-quality images with strong performance and cost efficiency.
- Nano Banana Pro (Gemini 3 Pro Image): Built for professional workflows that demand advanced reasoning, precision, and greater creative control.
- Nano Banana (Gemini 2.5 Flash Image): Google’s legacy image model, which the company recommends replacing with Nano Banana 2 Lite.
Gemini Omni Flash Expands AI Video Generation and Editing
Google has also expanded access to Gemini Omni Flash, a multimodal AI model that combines Gemini’s reasoning capabilities with video generation and conversational editing.
Available in public preview, the model allows developers to create and edit videos using natural language prompts while incorporating text, images, and video references to maintain scene consistency. Pricing starts at $0.10 per second of generated video, matching Google’s Veo 3.1 Fast offering.
Key capabilities of Gemini Omni Flash include:
- Natural language-based conversational video editing.
- Support for multimodal inputs including text, images, and video references.
- Integration of real-world knowledge to improve storytelling and scene generation.
- Synchronization of text, graphics, and visual actions within generated videos.
Current Preview Limitations
As part of its public preview, Gemini Omni Flash currently includes several limitations:
- Video generation is limited to 10-second clips, with longer durations planned for future releases.
- Audio reference uploads and scene extension are not yet supported through the Gemini API.
- Video reference inputs longer than three seconds are currently not fully processed.
- Character consistency during scene transitions and camera movements continues to be improved.
Enabling End-to-End Multimedia Workflows
Google envisions developers using both models together to create complete multimedia production pipelines. Developers can rapidly generate images with Nano Banana 2 Lite and seamlessly pass them into Gemini Omni Flash for animation and advanced video editing.
Using the Gemini Interactions API, developers can preserve conversation history and editing context, allowing users to perform multiple sequential edits while maintaining consistency throughout the creative process.
To help developers explore these capabilities, Google has also released demonstration applications that showcase integrated workflows combining Nano Banana 2 Lite and Gemini Omni Flash.
With these latest AI model releases, Google continues to strengthen its generative AI ecosystem, providing developers with faster, more affordable tools for building next-generation image and video applications at scale.
