AI b-roll vs stock footage libraries
Filler shots make or break a faceless Short. I tested generated clips against a Pexels/Storyblocks stack.
AI b-roll (Runway/Pika) wins:
— Exact concept shots you can't find in stock
— No license hunting
Stock libraries win:
— Real motion, real physics — AI still warps hands and crowds
— Faster: search beats prompt-iterate-regenerate
The catch: AI clips at 4-5 seconds cost real credits, and re-rolls add up fast.
Price: Runway ~$15mo / Pexels free / Storyblocks ~$30mo unlimited.
Best for: surreal or impossible visuals go AI. Verdict: for everyday b-roll, stock is cheaper and cleaner — skip AI. Not for anyone shipping daily on a budget.
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AI b-roll vs stock footage libraries
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