What is the Ken Burns effect in simple terms?

A slow zoom and pan across a still photo that adds gentle motion to a slideshow.

Yes — ZoomFX lets you add a background audio track and preview it with your images.

Can I make a vertical video?

Yes — choose the 9:16 aspect ratio for Reels, Shorts, and Stories.

Are my photos uploaded?

No — all processing happens locally in your browser.

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Ken Burns Effect Video Maker (Photo Slideshow with Motion)

Build a Ken Burns-style slideshow from photos — timeline, transitions, music, and HD WebM export.

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TL;DR

The Ken Burns effect adds slow zoom and pan to still photos so a slideshow feels alive.
ZoomFX is a lightweight timeline editor: add multiple photos and apply Ken Burns-style motion, transitions, and music.
Choose 16:9, 9:16, or 1:1 and export HD WebM video.

What Is the Ken Burns Effect?

The Ken Burns effect is a slow, continuous zoom and pan across a still photo. Applied across a series of images, it turns a static slideshow into smooth, cinematic motion — the look used in documentaries and photo montages.

When to Use It

Photo slideshows for TikTok and IG Reels set to music.
YouTube Shorts intro montages.
Product photo reels for e-commerce.
Event recaps — weddings, trips, and meetups.

ZoomFX Workflow

Add your images and arrange their order on the timeline.

Apply Ken Burns-style zoom/pan motion and transitions between images.

Add a background music track and pick an aspect ratio (16:9, 9:16, or 1:1).

Preview in real time, then export HD WebM video.

Tips for a Polished Slideshow

Keep motion subtle and consistent in direction so the slideshow feels intentional, not jittery.
Match each photo's on-screen time to the music's rhythm for a natural pace.
Use 9:16 for Reels and Shorts, and 1:1 for feed posts.
Start from high-resolution photos so zooming in stays sharp.

Open ZoomFX Add Lyric Captions in CaptionKaraokeFX

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Ken Burns effect in simple terms?: A slow zoom and pan across a still photo that adds gentle motion to a slideshow.
Can I add music?: Yes — ZoomFX lets you add a background audio track and preview it with your images.
What export format does ZoomFX use?: ZoomFX exports HD WebM video.
Can I make a vertical video?: Yes — choose the 9:16 aspect ratio for Reels, Shorts, and Stories.
Are my photos uploaded?: No — all processing happens locally in your browser.

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