Sunburst focuses on edit fidelity. Use it when preserving the reference matters most.
GPT Image 2.6
Generate and edit images with GPT Image 2.6. Choose Flare for quick iterations or Sunburst for detailed work, and set the size, quality and number of results.

More image models
Explore other image models for generation and editing.
Choose a version for the work in front of you
Start with Flare to explore a poster layout or product scene. Use Sunburst when a reference edit needs closer attention to the source. Both versions support text-to-image and image editing in the same workspace.
Five quality levels let you balance detail, generation time and credits.
Choose 1–10 images per request. After completion, select each thumbnail to preview and download that image. Your results remain accessible from Library after leaving the page.
Give each request clear direction
Write the brief or add a reference
For a new image, specify the subject, setting and composition. For an edit, upload the source first, describe what should change, and name the details to carry over.
Choose the canvas before creating
Choose an aspect ratio and 1K, 2K or 4K. Use custom pixel dimensions when the image must fit a specific layout.
Target an area with a mask
Upload a PNG mask that matches the first reference image. Use transparency to mark the area to edit and leave the rest opaque.
From poster layout to material detail
SceneFlare created these illustrations to show how to describe typography, light and texture in a prompt.
Poster layout and typography
The dark blue headline stands out against warm paper, with tide lines filling the lower half. Specify the exact wording and give the main line a clear place in the layout.

Light and material detail
Cool light picks out the ridges of the glass shell, and warm reflections reveal its curve. Describe the material and light direction, then zoom in to inspect the edges and texture.

How to use GPT Image 2.6
Choose a version and input mode
Start with Flare for iteration or Sunburst for precise edits. Select text-to-image for a new scene, or image-to-image to upload references.
Set the output and check the quote
Choose quality, size, background and image count. For local edits, add an alpha mask matching the first reference. The button shows the total credits before submission.
Generate, compare and download
Wait for completion, inspect every result and download the ones you need. To refine a result, upload it as the reference for a new request.
GPT Image 2.6 · FAQ
How do Flare and Sunburst differ?
Flare is intended for quick iteration. Sunburst is geared toward detailed visual work and reference edits. Try the same brief and compare the details that matter to your project.
How many images can I use?
Editing accepts up to 16 reference images and one optional PNG mask. Each request can create up to 10 still images.
How are credits estimated?
The quote considers the prompt, references, size, quality and image count. Review the credit estimate in the generator before submitting.
GPT Image 2.6
Start with a prompt, choose your version and review the credits before generating.







