Introduction
Leonardo.Ai brings a best-in-class video model with the addition of Veo 3, giving users even better video generation capabilities, with better physics and realism. Veo 3 also brings audio generation including dialogue to video, allowing users to generate video with audio without having to add it in post-production.
Features
Below is a list of features currently available on Leonardo.
Audio generation: By specifying audio cues, users can add audio to their video generation, including sound effects and dialogue - all without having to add them in post.
Excellent video quality: Veo 3 outputs come with greater realism and fidelity, allowing users to generate professional quality videos than before.
Faster generation speed with Veo 3 Fast: Creatively explore your ideas and tweak your prompt to perfection by using Veo 3 Fast to generate videos at faster speeds, at a lower cost.
Prompt adherence: Direct your scene better with detailed text prompts, and give audio and dialog cues. Veo 3 will generate it, all without missing a beat.
How to use Veo 3 on Leonardo.Ai
Veo 3 can be accessed on Video. Please note that Veo 3 is only accessible with a paid plan subscription.
Prompt to Video
Navigate to the Video tool
On the top of the left sidebar, click on Model and select Veo 3 or Veo 3 Fast.
Enter your text prompt and select your preferred Generation Mode.
Click Generate
Notes:
High Quality (1080p) videos can be generated at no additional token cost.
Veo 3 Fast generates videos at much quicker speeds and at a lower token cost, producing videos of decent quality. Perfect for pre-visualization and exploration.
Motion Control is not available for Veo 3, however camera movements and effects can be prompted for.=
Veo 3 Image to Video - Using a Start Frame
You can now have even more control over your Veo 3 outputs by using an image as a start frame. Combined with your prompt, Veo 3 will use your image as the starting point of the video, letting you achieve the exact aesthetic you want and guiding your scene in the right direction.
Navigate to the Video tool
On the top of the left sidebar, click on Model and select Veo 3 or Veo 3 Fast.
Click on the
button on the left of the prompt bar and select Start frame, then either upload an image or select an existing image.
Enter your text prompt, select your preferred Generation Mode and click Generate.
💡 Leonardo's Tip: It is possible to generate an extension to an existing video by manually using the last frame taken from the video as the Start frame.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the token cost of using Veo 3 and Veo 3 Fast on Leonardo.Ai?
What is the token cost of using Veo 3 and Veo 3 Fast on Leonardo.Ai?
Veo 3 generations on Leonardo.Ai have a fixed token cost of 2,500.
Veo 3 Fast generations have a fixed token cost of 2,000.
Can I generate videos in other aspect ratios instead of 16:9?
Can I generate videos in other aspect ratios instead of 16:9?
Currently it is not possible to generate videos in other aspect ratios than 16:9 on Veo.
How do I add audio to Veo 3 generations?
How do I add audio to Veo 3 generations?
Audio cues can be added at any points in the prompt when required E.g. “the sound of an ice cream truck can be heard in the background”, “the captain turns towards the ocean and says ”we set sail at daybreak!”. Alternatively you may add general audio cues at the end of the prompt, e.g "audio: sound of keyboard typing and ambient sound of air conditioner unit".
Please note that this is a new experimental feature of the model and may occasionally not work as expected.
Why should I use Veo 3 on Leonardo.Ai instead of Google's platforms?
Why should I use Veo 3 on Leonardo.Ai instead of Google's platforms?
Leonardo offers a lower cost of entry for usage as well as for video generation (lower dollar cost of total tokens per generation, $0.75 on Google's platform vs approx. $0.30 on Leonardo.Ai), while providing a suite of other tools for your creative needs.
Essentially, anyone can generate using Veo for more value while having access to the best features of Leonardo.Ai.
How do I turn audio off in my Veo 3 videos?
How do I turn audio off in my Veo 3 videos?
Currently, all Veo 3 videos created on Leonardo.Ai will generate with native audio by default. More functionality to opt out of sound is coming soon.
Can I use Motion Control and Styles with Veo 3?
Can I use Motion Control and Styles with Veo 3?
What is a start frame? How do I use one?
What is a start frame? How do I use one?
A start frame lets you upload any image as the starting point of your video, giving you complete control over how the scene looks. To add a start frame, simply click the image icon to the left of the prompt bar and upload your chosen image.
How do I use Image to Video with Veo 3?
How do I use Image to Video with Veo 3?
To use Image to Video with Veo 3, add a start frame and write a prompt describing the desired motion and sounds in the scene. Veo 3 will use the start frame as the basis for your video and follow the directions of your prompt. Image to Video is available in Quality and Fast mode.
What resolutions can I generate in with Veo 3?
What resolutions can I generate in with Veo 3?
Veo 3 allows generations in 720p and 1080p.
How much does it cost to generate in 1080p with Veo 3?
How much does it cost to generate in 1080p with Veo 3?
Generating in 1080p with Veo 3 costs 2,500 tokens - the same as generating in 720p!