A quick decision table
| If… | Consider |
|---|---|
| It is a close headshot and you hope for a smile | Five seconds |
| You would like a glance away and back, or a slow change of expression | Ten seconds |
| The hands are visible and a small gesture would suit them | Ten seconds, knowing gestures are never guaranteed |
| It is a group of three or more | Either; expect quiet movement |
| It will sit among photos shown for a few seconds each in a slideshow | Five seconds keeps the pace |
| You want films of several relatives | Ten-second credit packs |
What fits in each length
In five seconds, there is room for one movement: the eyes lifting, a slight tilt of the head, the start of a smile. It suits formal portraits and close crops.
In ten seconds, the movement can unfold in stages. Our public example is ten seconds: a fictional woman looks at her hands, meets the camera, smiles, and waves. A sequence like that needs both a suitable photo and the longer length. Even then it is an interpretation, and it can go wrong.
Comparing the prices
| Option | Price | Per film |
|---|---|---|
| One five-second film | US$5 | US$5 |
| One ten-second film | US$9 | US$9 |
| Three ten-second credits | US$25 | About US$8.33 |
| Six ten-second credits | US$49 | About US$8.17 |
Packs contain ten-second credits only. Credits do not expire and there is no subscription.
Can I have both lengths of the same photo?
Each order creates one film of the length you choose. If you want to compare, place two orders. Every film includes personal review and one retry if the first result is unsuitable.
Need help choosing? Contact us before ordering.