OpenAI Images 2.6 Can Make GIFs and SVGs Directly

What Happened

On November 4, 2026, OpenAI released a new image model, Images 2.6. In ChatGPT it is called ChatGPT Images 2.6, and in the API it is split into two models: Flare and Sunburst.

The two most useful new capabilities:

• Generate animated GIFs directly. Enter a sentence, or upload a photo, and it can be made into an animated GIF.
• Export SVG vector files. Generate an image from a text description and choose SVG as the export format. SVG is vector, so it stays sharp when scaled up and can still be edited in design software.

OpenAI also says generation is about 50% faster than the previous version.

What You Can Use It For

GIFs:

• Memes, stickers, and social media animations.
• Short demo animations for product features, and loading animations for web pages.
• Some people have chained a series of GIFs together in sequence, added music and subtitles, and turned them into short videos. Suitable for simple animated posters and intros.

SVG:

Things to Be Aware Of

• SVG has limits. According to current reporting: only one static image is produced at a time; it can only be generated from text and cannot be modified based on a reference image; it does not include scripts and does not embed bitmaps. Complex photorealistic scenes are not well suited to SVG; icons and flat illustrations are the best fit.
• GIF is rolling out gradually. At launch, not all accounts have access. If you don't see the feature, try again in a few days.
• Sources. The above comes from reporting by several tech media outlets. For feature details and pricing, refer to OpenAI's official documentation.
• Check licensing before commercial use. Before using outputs for brand logos or commercial materials, check OpenAI's terms of use for generated content.