Nano Banana 2 is Google's strong default image model, built for everyday generation and iteration across all resolutions. It handles text prompts, image references, and editing efficiently while maintaining quality from 1K to 4K. The model strikes a balance between capability and accessibility, making it the reliable choice for creators who want a single model that handles everything well without special tuning.

Why creators choose Nano Banana 2

Nano Banana 2 is the default because it delivers quality consistently across different tasks and resolutions without demanding special requests. It's the safe choice for most work because it handles the full range of image tasks reliably. This consistency makes it ideal for creators who want to focus on their project, not on model selection and tuning.

Everyday image generation and editing

Generate from text, iterate on existing images, or edit the image you uploaded. Nano Banana 2 handles all three with a single model, so you don't need to switch. This versatility makes it ideal for exploratory work where you're trying multiple directions.

Strong performance across all resolutions

From quick 1K web assets to 4K print work, Nano Banana 2 maintains quality at every resolution. The resolution dial is yours to control based on your output format. You don't sacrifice quality when choosing a lower resolution.

Fast iteration for exploration

Nano Banana 2 generates quickly enough that exploring variations is practical. Use it to try different styles, compositions, or references without burning through your budget. Speed enables exploration. The ability to generate five variations in the time it takes other models to generate one means you can be thorough in testing directions before committing to a final style.

Full support for image references

Upload reference images (mood boards, character sheets, product photos) and Nano Banana 2 draws on them. Image-to-image generation lets you iterate on existing assets, and text-to-image takes your prompts and adds refinement. Reference support is built in across all resolutions.

Reliable quality for campaigns and series

Build a series of images and they maintain consistency. Nano Banana 2 is predictable, making it ideal for campaigns where every asset must feel cohesive. You can rely on it to deliver consistent quality across a project.

How to use Nano Banana 2 in Craze

1. Start a project and describe what you want to create, or upload an image to modify.
2. Add reference images if you're working from an existing style, character, or product line. Nano Banana 2 uses them to guide generation.
3. Choose your resolution. Higher resolution takes longer and costs more, so pick what your output needs.
4. Name Nano Banana 2 or let Craze suggest it as the ranked default. If you don't name a model, Craze shows compatible options with prices before planning.
5. Review the result. Regenerate if it misses, keep what lands, and move forward.

Be specific in your direction. "A product shot with natural diffused light and soft shadows" gets you closer than "make it look professional."

Nano Banana 2 pricing

You pay $0.071 per image at 1K resolution. 2K is slightly higher, and 4K costs more. Use the cost calculator on this page to see the exact rate for your resolution.

Who Nano Banana 2 is for

Everyday project work and exploration

Nano Banana 2 is the safe default for most projects. Use it for quick assets, character exploration, style testing, and routine edits without worrying about picking the wrong model. It handles everything reliably.

Style and composition iteration

Generate multiple variations and find what works. Nano Banana 2 iterates fast enough to explore different directions within a single session. Speed makes experimentation practical because you can try a style, refine it based on results, and move forward without losing focus or waiting between attempts.

Multi-resolution asset libraries

Build assets across all resolutions for web, mobile, print, and large displays. Nano Banana 2 maintains quality as you move between formats. Generate at the resolution you need without quality concerns.

Nano Banana 2 vs Nano Banana Pro

Both support the same resolutions and aspect ratios. Nano Banana 2 is Google's ranked default for everyday work. Nano Banana Pro is the choice when you explicitly need higher-fidelity output or are working on demanding detail-intensive assets where premium quality matters. For most work, Nano Banana 2 is the faster, simpler pick.

See also: Nano Banana Pro, GPT Image 2.5 Flare