GPT Image 2.6 Sunburst API
Generate and edit images up to 4K with GPT Image 2.6 Sunburst. Both variants share the base 2.6 engine at 1K; 2K/4K select the named engine. Image quality is configurable and defaults to high.
- Text to image
- Image editing
Starting at
$0.013
per generation
GPT Image 2.6 Sunburst playground
Input
Image generation or editing instructions
Public HTTP(S) reference image URLs for image editing
Runs are charged to your balance.
Output

Output will appear here.
Check the price and run the model. Your result will appear here; browser use does not need an API key.
GPT Image 2.6 Sunburst API pricing
| Option | Price per generation |
|---|---|
| 1k | $0.013 |
| 2k | $0.03 |
| 4k | $0.03 |
Quick start
Full API reference →1curl -X POST https://api.api-stock.com/api/v1/generation/create \2 -H "Authorization: Bearer $API_STOCK_KEY" \3 -H "Content-Type: application/json" \4 -d '{5 "model": "gpt-image-2.6-sunburst",6 "input": {7 "prompt": "A cinematic shot of a city at dusk",8 "size": "1:1",9 "quality": "high",10 "resolution": "1k"11 }12 }'
Parameters
| Name | Type | Required | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
prompt | string | Yes | — | Image generation or editing instructions |
urls | string[] | No | — | Public HTTP(S) reference image URLs for image editing |
size | string | No | 1:1 | Output image aspect ratioOne of: auto, 1:1, 2:3, 3:2, 4:3, 3:4, 4:5, 5:4, 16:9, 9:16, 21:9 |
quality | string | No | high | Output image qualityOne of: low, medium, high |
resolution | string | No | 1k | Output resolution. 1k uses the shared GPT Image 2.6 engine; 2k and 4k use the selected Flare or Sunburst engine.One of: 1k, 2k, 4k |
Frequently asked questions
How much does GPT Image 2.6 Sunburst cost?
GPT Image 2.6 Sunburst starts at $0.013 per generation on API Stock. The final charge depends on the selected settings.
When was GPT Image 2.6 Sunburst released?
GPT Image 2.6 Sunburst was released on November 6, 2026 and is available through API Stock.
How do I get an API key for GPT Image 2.6 Sunburst?
Create an account and API key on API Stock, then fund your balance. The same key works with GPT Image 2.6 Sunburst and other catalog models.
How do I call the GPT Image 2.6 Sunburst API?
POST to https://api.api-stock.com/api/v1/generation/create with your API key and model "gpt-image-2.6-sunburst". Use the returned task id for polling or receive a webhook.
What input parameters does GPT Image 2.6 Sunburst accept?
GPT Image 2.6 Sunburst accepts 5 input parameters, including the required field(s) prompt. See their types, defaults and allowed values above.
What happens if a GPT Image 2.6 Sunburst request fails?
API Stock automatically retries the request on a reserve provider. If every provider fails, the charge is refunded to your balance.
Can I use GPT Image 2.6 Sunburst with the same API key as other models?
Yes. Use your API Stock API key and balance for GPT Image 2.6 Sunburst and other catalog models.
Other Image models
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- Z-ImageAlibaba$0.01/ generation
- Nano BananaGoogle$0.012/ generation
- GPT Image 2OpenAI$0.013/ generation
- GPT Image 2.6 FlareOpenAI$0.013/ generation
- Nano Banana 2.1Google$0.014/ generation
- Nano Banana 2Google$0.018/ generation
- Seedream 5.0 FlashByteDance$0.02/ generation
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