Thomas tests Nano Banana 2, an AI image model based on Gemini 3.1 Flash, for product photography. He compares text rendering with Nano Banana Pro, evaluates five-character consistency, and introduces Hicksfield's Soul 2 for better subject control.
A short editorial from the VEONIB team on why this content matters.
Nano Banana 2 delivers solid incremental improvements in speed and text rendering, but the real game-changer is Soul 2's character ID system for brand consistency.
The video exposes a critical AI image gap—subject consistency across generations—and offers a practical dual-model workflow that SEONIB's platform can replicate for scalable branded content.
Product photographers and marketers should use Nano Banana 2 for fast text-heavy images, but adopt Soul 2 for character-driven campaigns requiring flawless identity retention.
An AI image generation model by Google, based on Gemini 3.1 Flash, optimized for speed and text rendering.
The ability of an AI model to generate accurate and error-free text within images, crucial for product labels and ads.
The capability to maintain a subject's appearance across multiple generated images, important for branding and storytelling.
An AI image model by Hicksfield that creates consistent character IDs from up to 80 reference photos.
The use of AI to generate realistic images of products for marketing, including labels, packaging, and lifestyle shots.
A platform that provides access to multiple AI image and video models, including Nano Banana 2 and Soul 2, with 4K output.
Google's language model that powers Nano Banana 2, enabling faster generation and improved instruction following.
What is Nano Banana 2?
Nano Banana 2 is an AI image generation model by Google, based on Gemini 3.1 Flash, offering faster generation and improved text rendering compared to Nano Banana Pro.
How does Nano Banana 2 compare to Nano Banana Pro?
Nano Banana 2 delivers the same quality as Nano Banana Pro but is significantly faster. In some tests, it also integrates taglines better than Pro.
Can Nano Banana 2 render text accurately?
Yes, for most real-world labels and complex designs it renders text near-perfectly. Microscopic text may still have small errors.
Does Nano Banana 2 support character consistency with multiple subjects?
It handles up to five characters accurately when using professional character sheets. Inconsistent results appear with casual iPhone images.
What is Soul 2 and how is it better?
Soul 2 is Hicksfield's own model that creates a consistent character identity from up to 80 images, delivering far better subject accuracy than Nano Banana 2 for real people.
How can I use Soul 2 and Nano Banana together?
You can create a Soul ID character with Soul 2, then use Nano Banana's inpainting to edit clothing or backgrounds while maintaining character consistency.
What is the hex color feature in Soul 2?
It allows you to set a specific color palette for a character across images, ensuring consistent clothing and lighting colors for a cohesive look.
Is Nano Banana 2 a major upgrade?
No, it is a welcome incremental update focusing on speed rather than groundbreaking new capabilities.
Where can I access Nano Banana 2?
You can use it in the Gemini app or on Hicksfield AI for watermark-free 4K images.
What kind of images did Thomas create with these tools?
He created product photos for a moisturizer, shampoo, perfume, and a fictional burger chain called Banana Burgers, including billboard and character scenes.