No hype, just results.
The newest Vidu Q2 Reference model has landed—bringing cinematic consistency, faster rendering, and long-form storytelling up to five minutes.
If you’ve been waiting to test how far AI video can really go, you can now do it directly through Ima Studio, which integrates the latest Vidu engine.
Why Vidu Q2 Reference Matters
Earlier versions of AI video tools were fun—but chaotic. Faces shifted, clothes morphed, and scenes broke halfway through.
Vidu Q2 Reference changes that completely. It’s built around reference-based generation, meaning you feed the model visual examples of each subject or environment, and it maintains them frame after frame—even in complex multi-character scenes.
Case 1 shows a man surfing on the ocean. As he rides the waves, his hand movements constantly shift, and he alternates between crouching and standing to maintain balance at all times. The generated video features remarkably realistic and natural human movements.
Prompt: [@Image1] Standing on [@Image2] a surfboard, surfing on [@Image3] the waves, with the camera angle shifting in sync with the surfer’s rhythm.
In other words, the model doesn’t just “make a clip.”
It understands what belongs in that clip—and holds it together like a real director.
Three Core Upgrades You’ll Notice
1. High Consistency — Up to 7 Subjects
Whether you’re filming a couple, a dance crew, or a fantasy squad, Vidu Q2 Reference locks faces, outfits, and props with uncanny precision.
Even when the camera moves or lighting shifts, identity drift is practically gone.
Example prompt
@a(short-hair woman in red coat), @b(man in denim jacket) walk through a forest path; each looks in different directions; keep faces and wardrobe consistent; handheld camera follows.
2. 3× Faster Generation + Lower Cost
Under the hood, Q2’s pipeline was rewired for speed. Results render up to three times faster than Q1, while pricing drops enough for daily creators to experiment freely.
“Add more, pay less” finally feels real here.
3. Cinematic Camera Language
Run a “dolly-in,” “rack focus,” or “pan left” prompt and watch the model follow like a trained DP.
The motion feels intentional—no more jerky cuts or random zooms.
Example prompt
@subject(masked sniper) runs forward; dolly-in from wide to portrait close-up; maintain mask texture; focus pull to eyes; motion smooth.
Precision in Motion and Emotion
Q2 Reference doesn’t just move—it acts. The team trained it on physical world patterns, so the model now reads body balance and micro-expressions.
Picture a ballet spin that stays graceful all the way through the rotation, or a character whose eyes shift from sadness to calm in one shot. The model handles that without cutting corners.
Example prompt
@subject(female yoga athlete) bends forward → raises legs → holds handstand; respect each stage precisely; limbs flow smoothly; camera tripod steady.
Longer Stories: Up to 5-Minute Videos
Short AI clips were fun for memes. Now creators can build actual stories.
With the Video Extension feature, you can continue any segment—keeping characters, lighting, and camera path identical—to compose a coherent narrative up to five minutes long.
| Plan | Maximum Length |
|---|---|
| Free | 30 seconds |
| Standard | 1 minute |
| Pro | 3 minutes |
| Flagship | 5 minutes |
Example prompt
extend 2–4 s by +6 s: keep camera rotating counter-clockwise; water keeps flowing; left-to-right light continues across chrome surface; no jump-cuts.
Testing Vidu Q2 Reference Yourself on Ima Studio
- Go to Ima Studio → Reference Video
- Upload your references (faces, outfits, backgrounds)
- Paste one of the prompts above or write your own
- Click Generate and watch your scene render in seconds
- Use Extend Video to continue the story
Why This Model Feels Different
- Seven-Subject Consistency — each character stays locked through camera moves.
- Micro-Emotion Tracking — eyes and facial tension change organically.
- Cinematic Camera Logic — push, pull, pan feel intentional.
- Realistic Physics — surf, spin, fight motions respect gravity.
- Five-Minute Stories — extend without breaking scene continuity.
- 3× Speed, Lower Cost — generate more for less.
- API + 1080p ready for teams and creators.
FAQ
Is it free to try?
Yes. Ima Studio includes free credits so you can test Vidu Q2 Reference without limits or watermarks.
How many subjects can I keep consistent?
Up to seven, each with its own reference image and label (@a, @b …).
How long can videos be?
From seconds to five minutes, depending on your plan tier.
Can I extend a clip seamlessly?
Yes — pick any range and continue motion, camera path, and lighting with no visual jumps.
What formats and resolution are supported?
1080p video output; uploads support JPG, PNG, WEBP (up to 10 MB each).
Vidu Q2 Reference is the first AI video model that truly behaves like a filmmaker:
it knows who’s in the frame, what they’re doing, and how the camera should move.
If you want to feel how far AI video has come — not just see a demo — open Ima Studio and generate your own scene today.
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