Nano Banana 2 Lite generates 4-second images for $0.034

google released nano banana 2 lite, a faster and cheaper version of its image generator, capable of producing images in 4 seconds at a rate of $0.034 per 1,000 images. this model replaces the original nano banana and is optimized for high-volume workflows, available via google ai studio and the gemini api. alongside this release, google expanded access to gemini omni flash for video and launched omni product studio for cinematic e-commerce content. the moves signal google's push to integrate generative media into commercial advertising pipelines despite industry pushback against ai-generated content.