Genjutsu motion transfer: keep the moves, change who's in the video
Motion transfer is the technique behind almost every Genjutsu trend video. You give the model a source video and photos of a new subject, and it rebuilds the video with your subject doing exactly what the original performer did: same moves, same camera, same timing. Higgsfield, which created Genjutsu, describes its Motion Transfer mode as keeping "the motion, camera and timing while rebuilding the scene from your references." Genjutsu Generator runs that model as an independent browser app, with templates for the trends people are actually searching for.
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How motion transfer works, in plain terms
Think of the source video as a performance and your photos as the cast. The model reads the performance (body position, gestures, camera movement, the rhythm of the clip) and then renders a new version of it with the subject from your photos. On Genjutsu Generator, the source clip's audio is kept as well, so lip-sync and music stay in time.
It's different from a face swap. A face swap pastes a face onto the original body. Motion transfer rebuilds the whole subject, body and clothes included, which is why a full-body photo matters on templates with a lot of movement.
What you need
- A source video. Either one of our templates, or your own clip of at least 4 seconds. We use up to the first 15 seconds.
- 1 to 8 photos of the same person or pet. Clear, well lit, face visible. For dance and sports templates, include at least one full-body photo.
- Consent. You must own the photos or have permission from the person in them, and no one in them can be under 18.
For two-person templates like Hotel Lobby or Zombie Hug, you'll add a photo set for each person.
Step by step
- Pick a template or upload a clip. Every template page shows the clip length and the credit cost.
- Add your photos. One subject per photo set.
- Choose model and resolution. Light at 480p, 720p or 1080p, or HQ (full Genjutsu) at 480p or 720p.
- Check the cost and generate. The button will show the credits before you start. At launch, if a generation fails, the credits will come back to your balance.
What it's good at, and where it struggles
Motion transfer works best with one clearly visible performer, steady lighting and moves that aren't hidden behind objects. It's great for dances, walk-ins, reaction clips and short performances.
It's harder when hands move very fast, when two people overlap or hug, or when the performer is tiny in the frame. In those cases, better photos help most, and HQ (full Genjutsu) can give cleaner motion for about 3x the credits. See Light vs HQ for the trade-off.
What we offer at launch, and what we don't
Most templates use motion transfer: a person or pet takes the place of the one in the source clip. A few, like Flying Car, swap in an object from your photo instead, using Genjutsu's object swap mode.
Price per video
Here's the planned price of a full 15-second motion-transfer video:
| Model | Resolution | Credits per second | Credits for 15s | Approx. price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light | 480p | 5 | 75 | $1.49–1.69 |
| Light | 720p | 10 | 150 | $2.97–3.38 |
| Light | 1080p | 19 | 285 | $5.64–6.41 |
| HQ (full Genjutsu) | 480p | 16 | 240 | $4.75–5.40 |
| HQ (full Genjutsu) | 720p | 34 | 510 | $10.10–11.48 |
New accounts get 80 free credits at launch: one full 15-second Light video at 480p. See free credits and pricing.
Questions
What is Genjutsu motion transfer?
A mode of Higgsfield's Genjutsu model that keeps a video's motion, camera and timing and rebuilds the subject from your reference photos. Genjutsu Generator runs it as an independent app.
Is motion transfer the same as a face swap?
No. A face swap pastes a face onto the original body; motion transfer rebuilds the whole subject, including body and clothes, from your photos.
Can I use my own video?
Yes. Your clip needs to be at least 4 seconds long, and we use the first 15 seconds. Only upload videos you have the right to use.
Is Genjutsu motion transfer free?
You'll get 80 free credits at launch, enough for one full 15-second Light video at 480p. After that, packs start at $9.
Does motion transfer keep the original sound?
Yes, the source audio is kept. Platforms may mute copyrighted music when you post.
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