Google Imagen 3 - AI Image Generator (BYOK)
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Generate AI images using Google's Imagen 3 model (imagen-3.0-generate-002). Bring Your Own Key (BYOK) - use your own Google AI API key for maximum cost control.
Looking for Gemini Pro/Flash image generation? See AI Image Studio for multi-model support including Gemini, DALL-E, Stable Diffusion, and Midjourney.
Features
- BYOK Model: Use your own Google AI API key - pay only for what you use directly to Google
- Multiple Variations: Generate 1-4 image variations per prompt
- Aspect Ratios: Square (1:1), Landscape (16:9), Portrait (9:16), and more
- Negative Prompts: Specify what to avoid in generated images
- Demo Mode: Test the actor without an API key
Imagen 3 vs Gemini Image Models
Getting Your FREE Google AI API Key
1. Go to Google AI Studio
2. Sign in with your Google account
3. Click "Create API Key"
4. Copy your API key and paste it in the actor input
It's completely free to get started! Google provides generous free tier usage.Input Parameters
Example Input
{
"googleApiKey": "YOUR_GOOGLE_AI_API_KEY",
"prompt": "A professional photo of a modern coffee shop interior with warm lighting, cozy atmosphere, exposed brick walls",
"numberOfImages": 4,
"aspectRatio": "16:9",
"negativePrompt": "people, customers, blurry, low quality"
}
Output
The actor outputs:
- Generated images saved to key-value store
- Public URLs for each image
- Metadata including prompt, aspect ratio, and generation timestamp
{
"prompt": "A professional photo of a modern coffee shop...",
"imageCount": 4,
"aspectRatio": "16:9",
"generatedAt": "2024-12-24T10:30:00Z",
"images": [
{ "index": 1, "url": "https://...", "mimeType": "image/png" },
{ "index": 2, "url": "https://...", "mimeType": "image/png" },
{ "index": 3, "url": "https://...", "mimeType": "image/png" },
{ "index": 4, "url": "https://...", "mimeType": "image/png" }
]
}
Use Cases
- Marketing Content: Generate social media images, blog headers, ad creatives
- E-commerce: Product mockups, lifestyle images, banner designs
- Branding: Logo concepts, brand imagery, visual identity elements
- Content Creation: Thumbnail images, featured images, illustrations
Pricing
This actor uses the BYOK (Bring Your Own Key) model:
- Apify Usage: Standard compute costs (minimal - runs quickly)
- Google Imagen: Billed directly to your Google Cloud account
- Free Tier: Google provides generous free usage for AI Studio keys
Pro Tips
1. Be Specific: Detailed prompts produce better results
2. Use Negative Prompts: Exclude unwanted elements for cleaner outputs
3. Aspect Ratios Matter: Choose the right ratio for your use case (16:9 for headers, 1:1 for social)
4. Multiple Variations: Generate 4 options to pick the best one
Troubleshooting
API Key Issues
- Ensure your API key is valid at AI Studio
- Check you haven't exceeded your quota
Rate Limits
- Google has rate limits - if you hit them, wait a few minutes
- Consider upgrading your Google Cloud tier for higher limits
Model Access
- Some Google accounts may need to enable Imagen access
- Check Google AI documentation for requirements
Related Actors
- AI Image Studio - Multi-model: Gemini Pro/Flash, DALL-E, Stable Diffusion, Midjourney
- Nanobanana Pro - Gemini Pro only
- Nanobanana Flash - Gemini Flash only
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Support
- Issues: Open a GitHub issue
- Questions: Contact via LinkedIn
Keywords
Google Imagen 3, AI image generation, imagen-3.0-generate-002, text-to-image, BYOK, bring your own key, AI art, image creator, prompt to image, generative AI, marketing images, social media content, visual content, automated design, photorealistic images
