Best forCinematic control
THE SIMPLE VERSION
What is Luma AI (Ray3.2)?
Luma's current product is Ray3.2, not the former Dream Machine name. It supports up to 16 keyframes, text- and image-led generation, Modify V2 for transforming existing video, reframing and professional HDR or EXR output routes.
✓ A good fit if you want to…
- Want multiple keyframes and timed control
- Need to transform existing permitted footage
- Care about HDR or professional finishing
– Choose another tool if you…
- Need a permanent free plan
- Want private consumer uploads by default
- Prefer a template-led social editor
YOUR FIRST 10 MINUTES
Start in three steps
- 1Test in DraftLearn the motion and timing before spending on a larger render.
- 2Set start and end intentUse clear keyframes or describe one controlled camera move.
- 3Finish only the winnerInspect continuity, then render or modify at the required quality.
TRY THIS FIRST PROMPT
Create a [duration] cinematic shot of [subject] [action] in [setting]. Begin with [opening frame], end with [closing frame] and use [camera movement and lighting].
POPULAR USES
What can it help with?
PLANS
Free or paid?
Entry paid plan with credits for Ray generation and current creation tools.
Best for individuals who already know they will use Luma regularly.A larger monthly credit pool for frequent generation, Modify and finishing work.
Best for regular professional creative projects.Highest listed consumer capacity for heavy production use.
Best only for teams or creators with predictable high volume.✓Free is enough if…trial credits appear in your account and you only need to test Draft generations with non-confidential material.
+Consider paid if…keyframes, Modify, HDR or repeated cinematic generation justify the monthly cost and you can forecast credit use.
*Published US monthly prices checked on 24 August 2026. Annual Plus, Pro and Ultra prices are $300, $900 and $3,000. Trial credits, taxes, credit costs and features can change.
GOOD TO KNOW
Safety and privacy
Inputs are not confidential
Luma's consumer terms explicitly say submitted inputs are not subject to confidentiality obligations.
Content can improve models
Consumer inputs and outputs may be used to train and improve Luma's systems.
Protect people and rights
Only modify footage and likenesses you may use, and inspect transformed results before publishing.
STILL CHOOSING?See the important differences side by side.
OFFICIAL EVIDENCE
Sources and freshness
We use official product and help pages for plan, access and privacy claims.
- Ray3.2, keyframes, Modify V2 and HDR
- Plus, Pro, Ultra and credit costs
- Training use, confidentiality and free-output rights