TL;DR: Seedance 2.0

What it is: ByteDance's AI video generator (TikTok parent company) Launched: February 10, 2026 (global rollout mid-February) Best for: Multi-shot videos, character consistency, marketing content, social media Access: CapCut app, Dreamina platform, Jimeng AI (China) Cost: Free tier available, paid plans for longer videos Reality: Beating Sora 2 in early tests, Elon Musk praised it

ByteDance just dropped Seedance 2.0. It's going viral in China. Elon Musk tweeted about it.

Early testers say it beats OpenAI's Sora 2 for multi-shot videos and character consistency.

Here's everything you need to know.

What Is Seedance 2.0

ByteDance's Video AI

Who made it: ByteDance (TikTok, CapCut parent company)

What it does: Turns text, images, or audio into realistic video clips

Key features:

• Multi-shot storytelling (multiple scenes, one prompt)

• Character consistency across shots

• 2K resolution output

• 5-15 second clips

• 30% faster than previous version

• Native audio generation with lip-sync

Launched: February 10, 2026 in China, global rollout February 15-20, 2026

Why it matters: First major AI video tool with true multi-shot consistency

How to Access Seedance 2.0

Option 1: CapCut (Easiest for Most Users)

Download CapCut:

• iOS: App Store

• Android: Google Play

• Desktop: capcut.com

Enable Seedance 2.0:

1. Open CapCut

2. Tap "AI Tools" or "Video" section

3. Select "Seedance 2.0" or "AI Video Generation"

4. Start creating

Global rollout: Mid-February 2026 (check if available in your region)

Option 2: Dreamina Platform

Access: dreamina.capcut.com

Features:

• Web-based (no download)

• Full Seedance 2.0 access

• Integrated with Seedream 5.0 (image AI)

• Edit and export directly

Better for: Desktop users, professional projects

Option 3: Jimeng AI (China Only)

Access: JiMeng AI platform Note: Chinese language interface, domestic China access primarily

Creating Your First Video

Text-to-Video (Basic)

Step 1: Write Your Prompt

Step 2: Select Settings

• Duration: 5-15 seconds

• Resolution: 1080p or 2K

• Aspect Ratio: 16:9, 9:16, or 1:1

• Style: Realistic, cinematic, animated (if options)

Step 3: Generate

• Wait 60-120 seconds

• Preview result

• Regenerate if needed

Step 4: Download

• Export in preferred format

• Use in your projects

Image-to-Video

Better results than text-only

Step 1: Upload Reference Image

• Your photo, illustration, or AI-generated image

• Clear subject works best

• 1024px or higher recommended

Step 2: Describe Motion

Step 3: Generate

• Seedance animates your image

• Maintains style and character

• Adds realistic motion

Why this works better: Starting from image gives AI clear visual anchor

Multi-Shot Storytelling (Seedance 2.0's Killer Feature)

What Multi-Shot Means

Traditional AI video:

• One continuous shot

• Single scene

• If you want multiple scenes, generate separately and edit together

Seedance 2.0 multi-shot:

• Multiple scenes in one generation

• Characters stay consistent across shots

• Camera angles change logically

• Natural scene transitions

This is the breakthrough feature

Creating Multi-Shot Videos

Use scene markers in your prompt:

[Scene 1] Woman in coffee shop, typing on laptop, overhead shot
[Scene 2] Close-up of her face, she smiles at something on screen
[Scene 3] Wide shot, she closes laptop and stands up
[Scene 4]

Seedance generates all 4 shots:

• Same woman (consistent face, outfit)

• Logical progression

• Different camera angles

• Coherent story

Alternative format (some users report):

Test both formats - early access so prompt syntax still being optimized

Prompting for Best Results

Effective Prompt Structure

[Subject/Character] + [Action] + [Setting] + [Camera Movement] + [Lighting/Style]

Example:

What to Include

Character details:

• Age, gender, clothing

• Specific features if important

• Consistent description if multi-shot

Action:

• What they're doing (specific verbs)

• Emotion or expression

• Speed (slow motion, fast, normal)

Setting:

• Location (specific helps)

• Time of day

• Weather/atmosphere

Camera:

• Movement (zoom, pan, track, orbit, static)

• Angle (overhead, low angle, eye level)

• Shot type (close-up, wide, medium)

Style:

• Lighting (cinematic, natural, dramatic)

• Aesthetic (realistic, stylized, vintage)

• Quality terms (4K, film grain, sharp)

Examples That Work

Marketing product:

Social media content:

Narrative storytelling:

Nature/environment:

Audio and Lip-Sync

Native Audio Generation

Seedance 2.0 generates:

• Sound effects matching action

• Ambient audio

• Music (sometimes)

• Dialogue with lip-sync (if character speaking)

How to use:

Option 1: Let AI Generate Audio

• Creates audio matching your video

• Synced automatically

• Good for ambient/SFX

Option 2: Upload Your Audio

• Provide music track or voice

• AI syncs video to audio

• Better for specific needs

Option 3: No Audio

• Generate silent video

• Add your own audio in editing

Lip-Sync Feature

If your prompt includes dialogue:

Seedance attempts:

• Mouth movements matching words

• Natural facial expressions

• Proper timing

Current status: Works better in Chinese than English (ByteDance is Chinese company), improving rapidly

Technical Specifications

Video Output

Resolution:

• Standard: 1080p (1920x1080)

• High quality: 2K (2560x1440)

• Native support, no upscaling needed

Duration:

• Short: 5 seconds

• Standard: 10 seconds

• Maximum: 15 seconds per generation

• Extension possible for longer videos

Frame Rate:

• 24fps (cinematic standard)

• Smooth motion

Aspect Ratios:

• 16:9 (landscape, YouTube, desktop)

• 9:16 (vertical, TikTok, Instagram Stories)

• 1:1 (square, Instagram feed)

• 4:3, 3:4, 21:9 also supported

Generation Speed

Typical wait time:

• 5-second clip: 60 seconds

• 10-second clip: 90-120 seconds

• 15-second clip: 120-180 seconds

30% faster than Seedance 1.5 Pro

Factors affecting speed:

• Complexity of prompt

• Multi-shot vs single shot

• Server load

• Your priority tier (free vs paid)

Pricing and Plans

Free Tier

What you get:

• Limited generations per day

• 1080p output

• Basic features

• Standard queue (slower)

Good for: Testing, casual use, learning

Paid Plans (Pricing TBD - Check CapCut)

Expected tiers:

• Basic: ~$10-15/month

• Pro: ~$20-30/month

• Business: Custom pricing

Likely includes:

• More generations

• Priority queue

• 2K output

• Commercial use rights

• Longer video limits

Note: Pricing still being finalized for global launch

Use Cases

Social Media Content

TikTok/Instagram Reels:

YouTube Shorts:

Marketing and Advertising

Product demos:

Brand stories:

Content Creator B-Roll

Fill gaps in vlogs:

Illustrate concepts:

Film and Animation Pre-viz

Storyboard visualization:

Concept testing:

Tips for Best Results

Character Consistency

For multi-shot videos:

1. Describe character once, clearly: "Woman, 30s, long black hair, red jacket, professional"

2. Reference in each scene: [Scene 1] The woman in red jacket... [Scene 2] Same woman, now smiling...

3. Upload reference image if available: Starting from image = better consistency

Camera Movement

Effective movements:

• Slow zoom in (builds tension)

• Pan across scene (reveals environment)

• Orbit around subject (dynamic showcase)

• Track following (immersive)

• Static (focuses attention)

Avoid:

• Too many movements at once

• Conflicting directions

• Overly complex camera choreography

Lighting and Style

Be specific:

• "Golden hour lighting" not just "nice lighting"

• "Film noir shadows" not just "dramatic"

• "Soft diffused natural light" not just "bright"

Style consistency:

• Pick aesthetic and stick with it

• Don't mix "cinematic" with "anime style" randomly

• Reference specific films/styles if helpful

Common Issues and Fixes

Video Quality Issues

Problem: Blurry or low quality Fix:

• Use "4K quality" or "cinematic" in prompt

• Try 2K output option

• Simplify prompt if too complex

Problem: Flickering or artifacts Fix:

• Avoid overly complex scenes

• Reduce number of moving elements

• Try again (sometimes random)

Character/Object Problems

Problem: Character changes between shots Fix:

• Upload reference image

• Be more specific in description

• Use consistent wording

Problem: Objects morph or distort Fix:

• Simpler prompts

• Fewer simultaneous elements

• Static camera for complex objects

Motion Problems

Problem: Unnatural movement Fix:

• Specify "natural movement" or "realistic physics"

• Simplify action

• Reference real-world motion

Problem: Too much/too little motion Fix:

• Add "subtle" or "dynamic" to prompt

• Specify speed: "slow motion" or "quick action"

Seedance 2.0 vs Competitors

vs Sora 2 (OpenAI)

Seedance wins:

• Multi-shot consistency

• Character consistency

• Speed (30% faster generation)

• Availability (Sora still limited access)

Sora wins:

• Longer continuous shots (up to 30 seconds)

• Physics realism

• Some complex scenarios

Best for: Seedance if need multiple scenes, Sora if need one long shot

vs Kling 3.0 (Kuaishou)

Seedance wins:

• Multi-shot in one generation

• Faster generation

• Better character consistency

Kling wins:

• Longer videos (also 15 seconds but different approach)

• Some aesthetic styles

Best for: Similar tier, choose based on available features in your region

vs Runway Gen-3

Seedance wins:

• Multi-shot capability

• Character consistency

• Price (likely cheaper)

Runway wins:

• Advanced editing controls

• Precise motion control

• Established ecosystem

Best for: Seedance for content creation, Runway for professional film work

Advanced Techniques

Temporal Prompts

Control timing within video:

[0-3s] Character standing still looking at horizon
[3-7s] Character starts walking forward
[7-10s]

Some users report this works, others say still being refined

Reference Stacking

Upload multiple reference images:

• Character design

• Environment/setting

• Style reference

AI combines elements from all references

Prompt Chaining

For longer narratives:

Generate Scene 1 → Use last frame as reference → Generate Scene 2 → Continue pattern

Creates longer coherent stories than single generation

Comparison with Seedream 5.0

Seedance 2.0: Video generation Seedream 5.0: Image generation

Use together:

1. Generate perfect image in Seedream 5.0

2. Animate it with Seedance 2.0

3. Create complete visual content

Both in CapCut/Dreamina ecosystem = seamless workflow

Future Updates Expected

ByteDance roadmap (unofficial):

• Longer video generation (30+ seconds)

• Better English lip-sync

• More control over camera paths

• Style transfer from reference videos

• Direct integration with more platforms

Development pace: ByteDance shipping updates rapidly

Legal and Commercial Use

Copyright

Videos you generate: You own rights (with paid plan typically)

Reference images: Must have rights to any images you upload

Music/audio: Check terms for AI-generated audio commercial use

Commercial Use

Paid plans: Usually include commercial rights

Free tier: Check terms, often personal use only

Always verify: Terms still being finalized for global launch

Getting Started Checklist

Today:

• [ ] Download CapCut or access Dreamina

• [ ] Create free account

• [ ] Generate first test video (simple prompt)

• [ ] Review result

This week:

• [ ] Test multi-shot prompts

• [ ] Try image-to-video

• [ ] Experiment with different styles

• [ ] Find what works for your use case

Ongoing:

• [ ] Build prompt library of what works

• [ ] Follow Seedance updates

• [ ] Join creator communities

• [ ] Upgrade to paid if needed

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Seedance 2.0 available globally?

Launched China February 10, 2026. Global rollout mid-February (February 15-20). Check CapCut for availability.

Is it free?

Free tier with limitations. Paid plans for professional use. Exact pricing TBD for global markets.

Can I use videos commercially?

With paid plan, likely yes. Verify terms for your region and plan.

How does it compare to Sora 2?

Better for multi-shot consistency. Sora better for single long shots. Seedance more accessible currently.

What's the quality like?

2K output, realistic motion, impressive character consistency. Some physics issues occasionally but improving rapidly.

Can I upload my own audio?

Yes, upload audio and video syncs to it. Or let AI generate matching audio.

Does it work in languages other than English?

Yes, though Chinese works best currently (ByteDance is Chinese company). English improving.

Can I edit the generated videos?

Yes, download and edit in any video editor. CapCut integration allows direct editing.

Related Reading

Image AI:

• Seedream 5.0 Complete Guide 2026: ByteDance Image AI

Comparisons:

• Seedance 2.0 vs Sora 2 vs Kling 3.0: Best AI Video 2026

Other Video AI:

• Best AI Image Generator 2026: Midjourney vs Nano Banana vs ChatGPT

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