# GPT Image 2.5 Sunburst AI Image Generator & Editor

> Refine product photos and reference images with OpenAI’s most capable Image 2.5 editor.

Canonical URL: https://allimageai.com/models/gpt-image-2-5-sunburst/

Website: All Image AI

Language: English

GPT Image 2.5 Sunburst generates images from text and edits uploaded photos. Choose Sunburst for demanding edits, reference fidelity and detailed campaign artwork. Use up to four references, choose a quality level and download a PNG at up to 4K.

## Model details

- Developer: OpenAI
- Status on All Image AI: Active
- Last verified: 2026-09-09
- Maximum output: 4K
- Modes: Text to Image, Edit Image, Multi-reference, Image to Image, Typography
- Reference images: up to 4
- Resolutions: 1K, 2K, 4K
- Aspect ratios: 1:1, 3:2, 2:3, 4:3, 3:4, 4:5, 5:4, 16:9, 9:16, 21:9, 9:21, 2:1, 1:2, 3:1, 1:3

## Best for

- Product photography and campaign visuals
- Posters with readable headline text
- Reference-based character and photo editing
- Stickers, logos and game asset concepts

## How to use

1. Choose Flare or Sunburst.
2. Write a prompt, use a template, or upload a photo to edit.
3. Select quality and size; review the credit total.
4. Generate, download, or use the result as a reference for another edit.

## Settings explained

### Quality

Low is for drafts. Medium balances detail and credits. High, Extra high and Maximum spend more on the final image.

### References

Each uploaded reference adds 1 credit to this request. Continue editing by using a generated result as your next input.

## Prompt examples

### Poster

> Design a portrait poster for a spring plant market. Headline exactly: "GROW TOGETHER". Smaller text: "Saturday · 10 AM–4 PM". Botanical cut-paper shapes, warm cream background, forest-green type, generous margins. No extra words.

### Game asset

> A single isometric wooden treasure chest with brass hinges, open to reveal softly glowing blue crystals. Clean readable silhouette, hand-painted game asset, plain white background, no floor or cast shadow.

### Edit a product photo

> Keep the product’s exact shape, color, label and camera angle. Replace only the setting with a pale limestone pedestal and soft morning light. Leave space on the left for a headline.

## Limitations

- Edits can affect areas outside the requested change; inspect the result.
- This workspace offers one image per request at 1K, 2K or 4K.
- Image inputs are limited to 2048 pixels per edge; larger uploads are resized in the browser.
- ChatGPT’s native Sketch, Templates and prompt-sharing UI are separate products.

## Pricing and credits

Credits for one image at default quality and mode. Resolution, quality, reference inputs, edit mode and output count can change the total. Check the Generate button before submitting.

| Resolution | Credits / image |
| --- | --- |
| 1K | 2 |
| 2K | 4 |
| 4K | 6 |

Failed generations cost 0 credits. Catalog availability does not guarantee runtime availability; the workspace reports whether the selected model can run.

[Credit plans](https://allimageai.com/pricing.md)

## Test results

Testing in progress. No verified benchmark scores have been published for this model.

## Commercial use and image handling

Use is subject to OpenAI’s terms and usage policies. Review output before commercial use.

Uploads are processed by the configured inference service. You can delete a generation from your history.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the difference between Flare and Sunburst?

Flare prioritizes speed for everyday image creation. Sunburst emphasizes precise editing and stronger control across edits. Both offer the same settings and credit prices here.

### How many credits does GPT Image 2.5 cost?

Medium quality costs 2 credits at 1K, 4 at 2K or 6 at 4K. Each reference image adds 1 credit; one 1K Medium edit with one photo costs 3 credits.

### Can I continue editing the same image?

Yes. Choose Use as reference on a result and describe the next change. History also supports continuing from a saved result and retrying with the original inputs. Each new edit is a separately priced request.

## Release history and sources

September 8, 2026 — Model announced · API available

This date applies to the event shown. Later API access, weights and availability on All Image AI may have different dates.

- [openai.com](https://openai.com/index/introducing-chatgpt-images-2-5/)

[Event evidence on the timeline](https://allimageai.com/timeline/#event-gpt-image-2-5-sunburst)

## Documentation sources

- [GPT Image 2.5 Sunburst generation and pricing](https://wavespeed.ai/models/openai/gpt-image-2.5-sunburst/text-to-image)
- [GPT Image 2.5 Sunburst editing and pricing](https://wavespeed.ai/models/openai/gpt-image-2.5-sunburst/edit)

## Other versions

- [GPT Image 2.5 Flare](https://allimageai.com/models/gpt-image-2-5-flare.md): Fast generation · Up to 4K
- [GPT Image](https://allimageai.com/models/gpt-image.md): Recommended · 4K
- [GPT Image 1.5](https://allimageai.com/models/gpt-image-1-5.md): Quality tiers · 1K
- [GPT Image Mini](https://allimageai.com/models/gpt-image-mini.md): Unavailable · use GPT Image 2