GPT-Image-2.6 Sunburst
GPT-Image-2.6 Sunburst is OpenAI’s image-generation and editing model, released on November 4, 2026.
At a glance
| Documented milestone | Nov 4, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Context window | Not verified |
| Input / output | Image generation and editing |
| Open weights | Not verified |
| API text price | Not verified |
What changed
OpenAI introduced Sunburst alongside the faster Flare option. Sunburst targets higher-detail generations and consistency across edits, while Images 2.6 also supports creating GIFs. These are vendor descriptions, not our independent quality tests.
Who it's for
Creators working on graphics, product imagery or character consistency can evaluate Sunburst when visual detail matters. For quick drafts, compare it with Flare on the same prompts and check the actual costs.
How to try it
OpenAI lists Sunburst in its API and Images 2.6 in ChatGPT and Codex. Product access, model controls and usage limits vary by account and surface.
What it costs
Image pricing depends on the model, output settings and other usage. We do not compare per-image charges with text-token prices; check OpenAI’s current image pricing before use.
Documented events
- released
GPT-Image-2.6 Sunburst
OpenAI released Sunburst for higher-detail image generation and editing.
Sources
- OpenAI: Introducing Images 2.6 · checked Nov 11, 2026
Prices and availability can change. We report vendor documentation; we have not independently benchmarked these models.