Motion Blur Effect

Apply Motion Blur to images and videos online

Add realistic motion blur to images and videos to simulate speed, movement, and dynamic camera motion. Perfect for action shots, transitions, and cinematic visuals — all directly in your browser.

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Ideas for using the effect

Speed and action shots

Emphasize fast movement in sports, cars, or action scenes by adding directional motion trails.

Camera movement simulation

Recreate handheld camera shake or panning motion for more dynamic visuals.

Dynamic transitions

Use motion blur between scenes or frames to create smooth, energetic transitions.

Stylized effects

Combine motion blur with color effects or glitches for expressive, high-impact visuals.

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Free

$ 0

Non-commercial use. Explore the core toolkit to test ideas and share quick drafts.

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  • Export up to 1080p
  • Export up to 10s video
  • Figma plugin

Pro

$ 12
/month billed monthly

Commercial license with full features. High-resolution exports, longer clips, and work without watermarks.

  • No watermarks
  • Animated videos from still images
  • 4k resolution export
  • 120s video export
  • Save & share up to 10 custom presets

Enterprise

Custom price

For teams with specific needs. Custom licensing, integrations, and priority support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is motion blur?

Motion blur simulates the streaking effect that occurs when objects or the camera move during exposure, creating a sense of speed and direction.

How is motion blur different from Gaussian blur?

Gaussian blur softens the entire image evenly, while motion blur adds directional streaks that imply movement.

Can I control the blur direction?

Yes. You can adjust the direction and intensity of the motion blur to match the movement you want to simulate.

Does motion blur work on videos?

Absolutely. Motion blur works on both images and videos, making it ideal for action clips and animated content.

Can I combine motion blur with other effects?

Yes. Motion blur works well with color grading, glow, glitch, and distortion effects for cinematic results.