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Minimax H3 Reference to Video: 2K Reference-Guided Video Generation on Models and API | RunComfy

minimax/minimax-h3/reference-to-video

Minimax H3 Reference to Video turns reference images, clips, and audio plus a prompt into a 2K video of 5 to 15 seconds, holding subject and motion consistent.

Description of the scene, interaction, motion and visual style. 1-4000 characters.
Image 1
Reference images guiding subject, product, style or composition. Up to 9. At least one reference image or video is required.
Reference videos guiding movement, pacing or interaction. Up to 3. At least one reference image or video is required.
Optional reference audio. Up to 3. Cannot be provided without an image or video reference.
Output aspect ratio.
Length of the generated video in seconds.
Output video resolution.
Idle
The rate per counted second (generated video duration plus the combined duration of reference videos) is $0.13.

Introduction To Minimax H3 Reference to Video

MiniMax's Minimax H3 Reference to Video builds a 2K clip of 5 to 15 seconds from a written brief plus the reference media you hand it. Trading lookalike casting, style boards, and manual motion matching for references the model reads directly, Minimax H3 Reference to Video gives brand teams, agencies, previz artists, and game studios a way to keep a character, product, or camera language consistent across shots. For developers, Minimax H3 Reference to Video on RunComfy can be used both in the browser and via an HTTP API, so you don't need to host or scale the model yourself.
Ideal for: Consistent Character and Product Shots | Motion Matched to a Reference Clip | Campaign Concept Films

MiniMax / MiniMax H3 Reference To Video#


Minimax H3 Reference to Video generates a 2K clip from a text prompt and the reference media you attach. Supply at least one reference image or video, describe the scene you want, and the model works out how your references should behave on screen.


The split is simple. Images pin what things look like; videos pin how things move. Minimax H3 Reference to Video reads both against your prompt rather than treating either as a fixed template.


Highlights#


  • Reference-guided generation: Minimax H3 Reference to Video conditions on real media, not prompt wording alone, which keeps a subject recognizable from shot to shot.

  • Up to nine reference images: Lock a face, a product detail, or a visual style across a sequence of Minimax H3 Reference to Video shots.

  • Up to three reference videos: Give Minimax H3 Reference to Video existing footage when movement or camera behavior matters more than the look.

  • Optional reference audio: Up to three files, but audio cannot be sent on its own.

  • Fixed 2K output: Rendering lands on the 2k tier, so detail holds up in large placements.

  • Six aspect ratios: 21:9, 16:9, 4:3, 1:1, 3:4, and 9:16 cover widescreen, square, and vertical deliverables.

  • Adjustable length: Minimax H3 Reference to Video runs any whole number of seconds from 5 to 15.

Parameters#


The live Minimax H3 Reference to Video fields on this page.


ParameterRequiredTypeDefaultRange / OptionsDescription
prompt *Yes (*)stringSample brief1-4000 charactersScene, motion, camera work, visual style.
reference_images *Yes (*)array (URLs)Sample referenceUp to 9Images guiding subject, style, composition.
reference_videosNoarray (URLs)NoneUp to 3Clips guiding movement, pacing, or interaction.
reference_audiosNoarray (URLs)NoneUp to 3Audio guidance; needs an image or video too.
aspect_ratio *Yes (*)string16:921:9, 16:9, 4:3, 1:1, 3:4, 9:16Output framing.
duration *Yes (*)integer55-15Clip length in whole seconds.
resolution *Yes (*)string2k2kOutput resolution tier.

At least one reference image or video is required.


Pricing#


Minimax H3 Reference to Video bills $0.13 per second, counted as the finished clip plus the combined length of any reference videos attached. Reference images and audio are not billed by duration.


OutputReference videoCounted secondsCost
5snone5$0.65
10snone10$1.30
15snone15$1.95
10s5s15$1.95

Reference clips are measured after the job runs, so the figure shown before you submit is an estimate and the final charge reflects the real counted seconds.


How to Use#


1) Attach your references — Add images that define the subject and, if movement matters, clips that define it. Minimax H3 Reference to Video needs at least one of the two.


2) Write the brief — Describe the action, camera work, lighting, and mood.


3) Say how the references relate — Name which one supplies the subject and which supplies the motion. Minimax H3 Reference to Video follows an explicit relationship far better than an implied one.


4) Add reference audio (optional) — Only alongside an image or video reference in Minimax H3 Reference to Video.


5) Pick the aspect ratio — 16:9 widescreen, 9:16 vertical, 1:1 square, 21:9 wide cinematic.


6) Set the length — Start short while testing, then extend toward 15 seconds once Minimax H3 Reference to Video is behaving.


7) Generate and refine — Change one reference or clause at a time so you can attribute the difference in the Minimax H3 Reference to Video output.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Minimax H3 Reference to Video used for?

Minimax H3 Reference to Video generates a 2K video from a written prompt plus reference media you supply. It is built for work where a subject has to stay recognizable across shots, such as a recurring character, a product, or a brand look. You attach at least one reference image or video, describe the scene, and the model resolves how those references should behave on screen.

What kinds of references can I give Minimax H3 Reference to Video?

You can attach up to 9 reference images, up to 3 reference videos, and up to 3 reference audio files. Images guide identity, style, and composition, while videos guide movement, pacing, and camera behavior in Minimax H3 Reference to Video. Audio cannot be submitted alone; it has to accompany an image or video reference.

How is Minimax H3 Reference to Video different from image-to-video?

Image-to-video pins the literal first frame of the clip, so the opening composition is fixed. Minimax H3 Reference to Video instead treats your media as guidance, which leaves framing and camera movement freer while still holding the subject consistent. Choose it when you care about who or what appears more than about the exact opening frame.

What video quality and length does Minimax H3 Reference to Video produce?

Output runs at the fixed 2k resolution tier, with duration selectable from 5 to 15 seconds in whole seconds. Minimax H3 Reference to Video supports six aspect ratios: 21:9, 16:9, 4:3, 1:1, 3:4, and 9:16, so widescreen, square, and vertical deliverables all come from the same model. Check the parameter panel on this page for the values currently exposed.

What input limits should I know before using Minimax H3 Reference to Video?

The prompt accepts 1 to 4000 characters, and at least one reference image or video must be present for the request to run. Reference counts cap at 9 images, 3 videos, and 3 audio files. Limits may vary by mode or provider settings, so confirm against the live panel before building around them.

How should I write prompts and pick references for Minimax H3 Reference to Video?

State the relationship between your references explicitly: which one is the subject and which one supplies the motion. Minimax H3 Reference to Video follows a named relationship much better than an implied one, and conflicting references tend to average each other out. Describe visible action and camera behavior rather than abstract mood words.

Can developers call Minimax H3 Reference to Video through the RunComfy API?

Yes. Prototype in the RunComfy AI Playground Web UI until the references, prompt, and duration are right, then call the same model through the RunComfy API with identical parameters. That keeps Minimax H3 Reference to Video behaving the same between manual exploration and automated jobs in your own pipeline.

How much does it cost to generate with Minimax H3 Reference to Video on RunComfy?

Generations consume usd or credits from your RunComfy balance at $0.13 per second. The counted seconds are the finished clip plus the combined duration of any reference videos you attach, so a 10-second output with a 5-second reference clip bills 15 seconds, or $1.95. Because reference clips are measured after the run, the figure shown before you submit is an estimate; for billing questions, contact hi@runcomfy.com.

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