Controlling Image Tokens with the Gemini API media_resolution Setting — Tuning Batch Image Classification by Measurement
media_resolution, introduced in the Gemini 3 line, switches how many tokens an image input consumes across three levels. Through real batch-classification measurements, this guide shows how to balance cost and accuracy by assigning the right tier per task.
Gemini API Multimodal Input Optimization — Production Techniques to Cut Token Costs for Images, PDFs, Video, and Audio
Cut your Gemini API multimodal token costs by up to 70% in production. Practical optimization techniques for images, PDFs, video, and audio with working Python code examples.
Gemini API Pricing & Billing [2026]: From Free Tier to Token Costs Explained
A clear breakdown of Gemini API pricing in 2026 — free tier limits, token-based billing, model cost comparisons, usage estimation, and spend cap setup to keep your costs under control.
Estimating Gemini API Costs Before You Send — count_tokens in Practice
Use Gemini's free count_tokens call to measure input tokens and costs before each request, then cut spend with caching and model selection.