Better than Flux! These new image generators are INSANE

Introduction

This week has been absolutely incredible in the realm of AI image generation. We witnessed the release of two new image generators: Ideogram Version 2 and a mysterious model called Mystic. These models are potentially even better than what is currently regarded as the best, Flux Pro, which had only dropped a couple of weeks ago. The speed of advancements in this technology is astonishing.

In this article, I'll guide you on how to use these new models and compare them with leading image generators, including Flux Pro and the latest version of MidJourney (version 6.1). Early on, I conducted a test to see which image resonates best with the audience using the same prompts across all generators.

Quick Image Generation Test

I tested the following prompts across four various generators:

1. A woman doing a Warrior 1 yoga pose at home.

   • Reference for Warrior 1 pose included for clarity.

2. A man giving a TED talk with a big neon sign saying "TedX AI Search".

3. A low-quality Snapchat photo of a teenage man taking a mirror selfie.

4. A teenage woman holding a handwritten note that says "Verify me 8/22/2024".

5. Two hands making a heart symbol.

6. A woman showing her palms and soles of feet in a realistic professional photo.

7. A red sphere on top of a blue cube with a green triangle behind, a dog on the right, and a cat on the left.

8. An astronaut riding a giant snail with an iridescent shell through a desert landscape, waving a flag that says "I love AI".

9. A watercolor painting of a whale in the sky.

10. An anime girl in the city at night.

11. A Komodo dragon in the forest, alert with its tongue extended.

Throughout the tests, I compared Mystic and Ideogram with Flux Pro and MidJourney, documenting each prompt’s output.

Performance Analysis

• Mystic: Created by the team behind Magnific, initially known for high-quality image upscaling, Mystic showed impressive detail. However, it failed in generating text accurately.

• Ideogram Version 2: Notable for accurately generating text, particularly in scenarios where it was crucial, such as the TED talk prompt. Its realistic rendering of human anatomy set it apart in several prompts.

• MidJourney v6.1: Known for generating aesthetically pleasing images, MidJourney struggled with realism in human anatomy, particularly with hands.

• Flux Pro: Touted as the best, Flux Pro generated some impressive images. However, it also struggled with uncommon animals and detailed elements.

In several tests, Ideogram outperformed the competition in text-based prompts, while Mystic excelled in detail and realism.

Conclusion

The competition among these models is fierce, and Ideogram Version 2 appears to have a slight edge when it comes to generating images with text. Mystic, while delivering stunning visual quality, may have future developments to make it more versatile. Both models outshine predecessors by making significant strides in quality and detail.

It's evident that the advancements happening in AI image generation are rapidly transforming the landscape. Depending on your use case, Mystic, Flux Pro or the new Ideogram could be the right choice for your projects.

If you've tried any of these models out, I would love to hear your experiences in the comments. What impressed you, and what left you disappointed?

Keywords

• AI Image Generators
• Ideogram Version 2
• Mystic
• Flux Pro
• MidJourney
• Neural Networks
• Image Generation Quality
• Realism
• User Feedback
• AI Technology

FAQ

Q: What are the new image generators discussed in this article?
A: The new image generators discussed are Ideogram Version 2 and Mystic.

Q: How do these generative models compare to previous models like Flux Pro?
A: The new models are showing significant improvements in image quality and prompt accuracy compared to Flux Pro.

Q: What are the strengths of Ideogram Version 2?
A: Ideogram Version 2 excels at accurately generating images with text and delivers high-quality human anatomy representations.

Q: Can Mystic generate accurate text in images?
A: Mystic struggles with generating text accurately, despite its impressive detail in visual images.

Q: What prompts were tested across the different models?
A: Several prompts, including realistic yoga poses, selfies, and complex scenes like astronauts and whimsical landscapes, were tested.

Q: Which model is the best for generating anime art?
A: While both Mystic and Flux Pro provide quality outputs, free tools based on stable diffusion, particularly for anime art, may yield better results.