Introduction

Midjourney 5.1 has arrived, and it's taking the world of AI-generated art by storm. This latest release from Midjourney introduces substantial improvements in image quality and artistic results, pushing the boundaries of what AI can achieve in the realm of art.

What's new in Midjourney 5.1?

More opinionated results

Midjourney 5.1 boasts a more "opinionated" approach, delivering results that resemble version 4 in terms of artistic choices but with significantly higher quality. This means that the AI-generated images will have a more assertive and unique style, closely resembling the creative touch of a human artist.

Raw mode

For users who prefer less opinionated images, Midjourney 5.1 introduces a "raw" mode. This feature allows users to generate visuals that are less influenced by the AI's artistic preferences, providing a more neutral result.

Greater accuracy

Midjourney 5.1 offers improved accuracy in image generation, ensuring that the visuals closely align with the input prompts provided by users.

Fewer unwanted borders and text artifacts

The latest version eliminates issues with unwanted borders and text artifacts, producing cleaner and more polished images.

Improved sharpness

Image sharpness has been enhanced in Midjourney 5.1, giving generated visuals a more refined and professional appearance.

Testing Midjourney 5.1

To evaluate the improvements in Midjourney 5.1, we compared results from version 5 and version 5.1 using the same prompts. The test included the following prompts:

• A Nanopunk-themed In a futuristic laboratory filled with glowing tubes and wires, a scientist peers into a microscope at 2 tiny robots chating with each other. The robot is covered in circuitry and appears to be repairing itself. --ar 7:4 --v 5

  A Nanopunk-themed In a futuristic laboratory filled with glowing tubes and wires, a scientist peers into a microscope at 2 tiny robots chating with each other. The robot is covered in circuitry and appears to be repairing itself. --ar 7:4 --v 5.1

• British Sunday roast, instagram post #British Sunday --v 5

  British Sunday roast, instagram post #British Sunday --v 5.1

• A girl carry a bag and she talks to a dog --v 5

  A girl carry a bag and she talks to a dog --v 5.1

• A photorealistic still life painting of a vase of flowers, with the emphasis on the intricate details of each petal and the delicate, wispy texture of the foliage. Use the multi-prompt "flowers::photorealistic::details" with a prompt weighting of "details" to emphasize the level of detail in the image. --ar 7:4 --v 5

  A photorealistic still life painting of a vase of flowers, with the emphasis on the intricate details of each petal and the delicate, wispy texture of the foliage. Use the multi-prompt "flowers::photorealistic::details" with a prompt weighting of "details" to emphasize the level of detail in the image. --ar 7:4 --v 5.1

In all cases, the images generated by Midjourney 5.1 showcased a stronger editorial feel, as if they were taken by a professional photographer. The compositions were more dynamic, and the colors were more vibrant and well-balanced. Faces, in particular, have become a strength of Midjourney 5.1, with the AI capturing more expressive and lifelike facial features.

How to use Midjourney 5.1

Midjourney 5.1 is currently in the testing phase, but users can access this latest version through the /settings command in Discord. The company plans to make Midjourney 5.1 the default mode for all users by the end of the week.

Conclusion

Midjourney 5.1 is an impressive leap forward for AI-generated art. With its more opinionated results, greater accuracy, and improved image quality, this new version is poised to change the landscape of AI art services. Whether you're an artist looking to explore new creative avenues or a business seeking engaging visuals, Midjourney 5.1 is a powerful tool that promises to deliver outstanding results.