What image formats are supported?

Panek Video Program supports JPG, JPEG, PNG, and WEBP image formats.

What video resolution does it create?

The program outputs professional 1920×1080 (Full HD) MP4 videos at 30 FPS with H.264 encoding and AAC audio at 192kbps.

What if my image isn't 16:9 aspect ratio?

The program automatically scales your image to fit 16:9 and adds black letterboxing or pillarboxing as needed to maintain the correct aspect ratio.

Panek Video Program - Free Image to Video Converter

What It Does

Panek Video Program is a free, open-source desktop tool that converts a single static image and an audio file into a professional video ready for upload to any platform.

Images: JPG, PNG, WEBP
Audio: MP3, WAV
Output: H.264 MP4, 1920×1080, 30 FPS
Quality: CRF 20, AAC audio at 192kbps
Smart scaling: Automatic 16:9 letterboxing

How to Use

Create videos in three simple steps:

Choose your files: Select an image and an audio file
Set output: Optionally choose where to save and set a title
Render: Click the Render Video button

The render button turns green when both files are selected. Rendering typically takes 10-30 seconds for a 3-4 minute song.

Native System Integration

Works seamlessly with your desktop environment using native file dialogs:

KDE/Plasma: Uses kdialog
GNOME/XFCE: Uses zenity
macOS: Uses osascript (if i get to it)
Fallback: Qt-based dialogs

Feels like a native application on every platform.

Requirements

FFmpeg Required: Install via your system's package manager.

Ubuntu/Debian: sudo apt install ffmpeg
Fedora: sudo dnf install ffmpeg
macOS: brew install ffmpeg (again if i get to it)

Need help? Our AI Help Desk can guide you through installation.

Perfect For

🎵 Musicians & Artists

Upload songs to YouTube with album artwork
Create videos for streaming platforms
Convert audio releases to video format
Make simple music videos quickly

🎙️ Podcasters & Creators

Convert podcast episodes to video for YouTube
Add branding to audio content
Reach video platform audiences
Create meditation or ambient content

📱 Social Media Content

Create content for TikTok, Reels, Shorts
Make countdown or announcement videos
Visual loops with audio
Quote graphics with voiceover

💼 Business & Education

Audio presentations with branding
Product announcements
Educational content for video platforms
Simple video advertisements

Technical Specifications

Video Resolution

1920×1080 (Full HD)

Frame Rate

30 FPS

Video Codec

H.264 (libx264)

Audio Codec

AAC, 192 kbps

Quality

CRF 20 (High)

Color Space

BT.709 (HD Standard)

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it require FFmpeg?

Yes, FFmpeg and FFprobe must be installed on your system. You can install FFmpeg using your system's package manager.

What if my image isn't 16:9?

The program automatically scales your image to fit 16:9 aspect ratio and adds black letterboxing or pillarboxing as needed. Your image maintains its aspect ratio.

Can I use the videos commercially?

Yes! You own all the videos you create with Panek Video Program and can use them for any purpose, including commercial projects.

How long does rendering take?

Typically 10-30 seconds for a 3-4 minute song, depending on your computer's processing power.

What platforms are supported?

Currently Linux (all major distributions) and macOS. Windows support may come in future versions.

Where can I get help?

Check our User Manual or use our AI Help Desk for instant support.