Nano Banana 2 Lite
Move from idea to image at creative speed. Generate or edit polished 1K visuals with Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite Image, built for rapid iteration and high-volume workflows.
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Real-world Knowledge
Use the Gemini model’s real-world knowledge and deep reasoning capabilities to deliver precise, detailed, rich image results. Annotate pictures, represent data as infographics, or turn handwritten notes into diagrams.
Clear Text Generation
Sharp, legible text helps you create impactful posters, intricate diagrams, and detailed product mockups. Describe what type of font you want, or simulate different types of handwriting.
Perfect Style Transfer
Precisely capture and transfer artistic styles—whether oil painting, watercolor, illustration, or photography—flawlessly replicate and apply to your creations.
4K Ultra Resolution
Support up to 4K ultra-high resolution output with every detail crystal clear, meeting professional printing and commercial use requirements.
Fast Image Creation Without the Heavy Workflow
Nano Banana 2 Lite keeps image generation responsive while preserving the controls creators need for practical production.
Speed-First 1K Generation
Create clear 1K images in seconds for concept exploration, social content, product mockups, thumbnails, and visual drafts.
Prompt-Based Image Editing
Upload an existing image and describe the change. Adjust scenes, objects, styles, backgrounds, and compositions without a manual editing workflow.
Up to 10 Reference Images
Guide an edit or composition with as many as 10 JPEG, PNG, or WebP references, with files up to 30MB each through the integrated workspace.
Flexible Creative Formats
Choose from square, portrait, landscape, panoramic, and ultra-wide aspect ratios, or let the model select the best format automatically.
How to Use Nano Banana 2 Lite
Generate a new image or transform references in three focused steps.
Choose Your Creation Mode
Select text-to-image to start from a prompt, or image-to-image to upload one or more reference images.
Describe the Result
Write a clear prompt covering the subject, scene, style, composition, colors, text, and any edits you want to make.
Generate and Refine
Choose an aspect ratio, generate your 1K image, then download it or continue editing with another prompt.
Nano Banana 2 Lite FAQ
Answers about the model, supported inputs, output quality, and the best time to use Lite.
What is Nano Banana 2 Lite?
Nano Banana 2 Lite is Google's Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite Image model. It is the fastest and most cost-efficient option in the Nano Banana image family, designed for responsive generation, editing, and high-volume creative work.
What resolution does Nano Banana 2 Lite support?
Nano Banana 2 Lite produces 1K images. Choose Nano Banana 2 or Nano Banana Pro in the same workspace when a project requires 2K or 4K output.
Can I edit images with Nano Banana 2 Lite?
Yes. Switch to image-to-image mode, upload your references, and describe the changes you want. The model supports prompt-based edits such as restyling, object changes, background updates, and composition adjustments.
How many reference images can I upload?
The integrated Nano Banana 2 Lite API accepts up to 10 reference images. Supported formats are JPEG, PNG, and WebP, with a maximum file size of 30MB per image.
How is Nano Banana 2 Lite different from Nano Banana 2?
Lite prioritizes lower latency and cost for 1K drafts and frequent iteration. Nano Banana 2 is the general-purpose option for stronger multi-reference work, broader capabilities, and output up to 4K.
When should I use Nano Banana Pro instead?
Choose Nano Banana Pro for complex professional assets that require the highest fidelity, precision creative control, advanced localization, or stronger brand consistency.
Which aspect ratios are available?
You can use Auto, 1:1, 1:4, 1:8, 2:3, 3:2, 3:4, 4:1, 4:3, 4:5, 5:4, 8:1, 9:16, 16:9, and 21:9.