Fourteen reference images. Five consistent characters. Multilingual, perfectly crisp text.
Google on Nov. 20 launched Nano Banana Pro, its newest AI image generation and editing model, now powered by the Gemini 3 Pro system. The product doesn’t replace the original Nano Banana, but it becomes the high-end option for users who need accuracy, multilingual text, and professional-grade design tools.
Naina Raisinghani, product manager at Google DeepMind, described the latest model in a blog post as offering “studio-quality designs with unprecedented control, improved text rendering and enhanced world knowledge.” She said the model can “generate more accurate, context-rich visuals based on enhanced reasoning, world knowledge and real-time information.”
A new era of image accuracy
Text rendering has been a common weakness in image models. This update aims to fix that.
Google says the model supports sharp, legible text in many languages, with more control over fonts, textures, and visual styles. Users can now adjust lighting, camera angles, focus, color grading, and even transform scenes from day to night. High-resolution outputs, up to 2K and 4K, are also supported.
Nano Banana pro blends typography and bold colors to spell out ‘BERLIN’ with artistic flair. Image: Google
One of the standout upgrades is Nano Banana Pro’s ability to handle complex compositions. Google says users can combine up to 14 reference images and keep the appearance of up to 5 people consistent. This is a big deal for storytellers who need the same character to appear consistently across different scenes.
Watermarking and image verification built in
With images becoming this realistic, spotting a fake is more complicated than ever. Google knows this is a concern.
To combat deepfakes, Google is embedding a digital watermark called SynthID into the files. They have also added a feature in the Gemini app where you can upload an image to check if Google’s AI made it.
For most users, a visible “sparkle” watermark will appear on images to indicate that they are AI-generated. However, Google is removing this visible mark for their highest-paying “Ultra” subscribers, noting that professionals need a “clean visual canvas” for their work.
Visuals with more accurate, legible text. Image: Google
Google is leaning heavily into image generation as competition intensifies. The original Nano Banana went viral months ago, drawing millions of new users. Now, Nano Banana Pro represents Google’s attempt to move from fun, viral content creation toward serious professional utility.
How to get access
Google is rolling this out so almost anyone can try it, but power users will have to pay more.
For casual users, Nano Banana Pro is available to try for free in the Gemini app right now. There’s a catch, though, once you hit your free quota, the app automatically switches you back to the older, standard Nano Banana model.
Subscribers get a more generous experience. Google AI Plus, Pro, and Ultra members receive significantly higher usage limits, providing them with more room to experiment with the upgraded tool.
For professionals, the model is expanding into Google’s broader ecosystem. It’s coming to Google Ads and Workspace tools such as Slides. Adobe is also joining in: through December 1, Creative Cloud Pro subscribers can use Nano Banana Pro directly inside Adobe Firefly and Photoshop.
Developers looking to integrate the tech into their apps should expect higher costs than before. While the original model generated images for approximately $0.039 each, the new high-definition output, which can reach up to 4K, can cost as much as $0.24 per image.
Want to see how Google is bringing its latest AI upgrades into productivity tools? Check out our coverage of Gemini AI joining Google Workspace.