Ray3: Introduction

Introducing Dream Machine Ray3 - The Next Evolution in AI Video Generation


Evolution of AI Video Generation

RAY3 isn't just an upgrade - it's a complete paradigm shift in AI video generation. 

Starting from RAY1.6's foundational video creation capabilities, RAY2 (announced December 2024, released January 2025) brought 10x more computational power with enhanced motion coherence and refined playback experience. RAY3 takes this evolution to revolutionary heights with cinema-quality videos, realistic physics, and native HDR support that rivals traditional filmmaking.

PRO TIP: Use Draft Mode to test RAY3's advanced capabilities with reduced credit costs and faster generation speeds. RAY3's physics engine and reasoning capabilities work in Draft Mode, letting you perfect prompts before upgrading to Hi-Fi quality. Remember: Modify Video adapts RAY3 content to RAY2's processing pipeline, so plan your workflow accordingly if you need editing features.

Hands-On Comparison Example:
Prompt "Golden morning, close up of a cat's eyes, blinks slowly"

Ray1.6



Ray2




Ray 3

Try-a-prompt:

Test Prompt 1:
Cinematic macro close-up shot, slow push-in movement toward subject. Crystal wine glass filled with sparkling champagne creating realistic bubble physics with light refraction patterns, positioned on polished mahogany table with ambient candlelight reflections, tiny bubbles rising in helical spirals as liquid surface tension creates natural meniscus curves, camera continuing forward to capture prismatic light dispersion through crystal facets.

Test Prompt 2
Steam from nearby dinner plate drifts across frame as candlelight flickers creating dynamic shadow play on table surface. Luxury dining genre, warm ambient lighting with golden candlelight and crystal refractions creating sparkle highlights. Photorealistic HDR fidelity, elegant fine dining aesthetic, romantic intimate mood, extreme macro detail transitioning to atmospheric dining room ambiance.

Settings: RAY 3, 720p, HDR ON, 16:9

Test Prompt 1 Video Example:



Test Prompt 2 Video Example:




Generate with RAY3, and notice the realistic bubble physics, accurate light refraction, and natural fluid dynamics.

For Beginners: The Luma Labs AI video models have evolved significantly - RAY1.6 was the original Dream Machine model offering foundational video creation with essential generation capabilities. RAY2 brought 10x more computational power, enhanced motion coherence, refined playback experience, and added support for 1080p resolution, audio generation, and 4K upscaling capabilities. RAY3 is the newest and most advanced model available to paid subscribers - it's the first to offer native HDR video generation, advanced physics simulation like realistic water flow and character movement, plus Draft Mode for cost-effective testing. Choose RAY 1.6 for basic content creation and morphing, RAY2 for enhanced quality with audio features, or RAY3 for professional cinema-quality results. 

Note that Modify Video works optimally with RAY2's processing pipeline.