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If you were wondering what the differences are in a question of Midjourney vs Dall-e, don’t worry. We’ve got you covered.
Midjourney is an image generative AI that can create images based on both text and image prompts and tweaked to fit certain specific parameters based on the user’s needs. Dall-e is an image generative AI developed and released by OpenAI, the minds behind ChatGPT and GPT-4, the chatbots taking the internet by such a storm some people are even wondering if ChatGPT could replace Google Search (not likely). But how are Midjourney and Dall-e different?
Let’s get into it.
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Midjourney vs Dall-e – what are the differences?
- Paywall
- Chaos parameter
- Outpainting
Paywall
A major difference between Midjourney and Dall-e is the paywall. You cannot use Midjourney for free as it is a paid service starting at the Basic Plan for $10/month. By contrast, Dall-e allows for 15 free credits per month but past that you have to pay for more credits. This means that, although Dall-e is technically a free service, there is still a slight paywall for extensive use.
Chaos parameter
Another aspect where Midjourney and Dall-e differ is Midjourney’s chaos parameter feature. The chaos parameter allows a user to change the variation of the initial image grids. In reality, this means that a lower chaos grid will result in a series of relatively similar variations on a prompt. However, if a higher chaos value is input then the results will be much more varied in style and content while adhering to the original prompt. At the time of writing, Dall-e lacks a feature similar to this.
Outpainting
A key feature of Dall-e that Midjourney lacks is the Outpainting feature, released on August 31, 22. Outpainting allows a user to input an image and then gradually extend that image out extending it past the original borders. This extension can either be within style or take the image story in a completely new direction – it’s up to the user.
By contrast, Midjourney does have a remix mode which allows the user to change aspects of versions by parameter, prompt or aspect ratio which, in theory, could feasibly be used to extend an initial image outwards. However, while this is a useful tool in other aspects, this is not a dedicated feature for extending an image and appears to be more suited for changing the content within an image.
Both Midjourney and Dall-e are excellent image generative AI. As a result, both tools contain much nuance in their application and user interface and have many differences as well as many similarities. We picked these three differences to help provide a general overview of some of the key aspects where these two tools differ; however users should bear in mind there are other differences past those identified here.
Midjourney vs Dall-e – what are the similarities?
- Image prompt input
- Aspect ratio
- Style, genre, and content adaptable
Image and text prompt input
Both Midjourney and Dall-e allow for both image and text input as part of a generation prompt. This multimodal input feature allows for far greater accuracy and scope to be reached by the respective generative AI and further expands the creative possibility provided by these two tools.
Aspect Ratio
Another crucial shared feature to these two image generative AI is the ability to adjust and determine the aspect ratio of the final image. This massively expands the potential applications that the AI results could be put to, ranging from small user icons, to full-on posters, to name a few.
Style, genre, and content adaptable
The final crucial similarity between these two image generation AI models are the ability to determine the style, genre and content within the image generated by using just a few prompts. Style and genre allow users to indicate if they are looking for a more artistic look, for example an image in the style of the impressionists, or a cartoon. Meanwhile the content adaptation allows users to specificy exactly what they are looking for, be that a penguin reading or King Arthur.
At the end of the day, both Midjourney and Dall-e share many features due to their combined shared purpose of image generation. However, how the specific features are used and the different ways the possibility provided by these tools is harnessed by users identifies a myriad of contrasts as well as similarities. We picked three main features Midjourney and Dall-e share to provide you with a general overview for comparison. There are many other similarities as well as differences to be found between the two and we look forward to discovering them as image generative AI grows in scope.
Which is better Midjourney or Dall-e?
Both Midjourney and Dall-e are excellent image generative AI tools. However, depending on your specific needs one programme may be more suited to you based on that specific case.
For example, if you were looking to extend an original image then the Outpainting feature may make Dall-e the better pick for you. On the other hand, if you were looking to generate multiple variations of an image within a specific prompt then the chaos parameter of Midjourney may make that tool a better choice. At the end of the day which image generation AI to go for will come down to a case-by-case basis for each user and their requirements.
We’ll be keeping an eye out for any news on these two image generative AI and updating the page as information comes in so make sure to check back in periodically to stay up to date.
Frequently Asked Questions
As AI is such an important and relevant topic we know that many people will have questions that they want the answer to. We’ve done our best here to answer your most pressing queries.
What can Dall-e be used for?
Dall-e is capable of creating a variety of images taking style, genre and content prompts into account. An example given by OpenAI, the creators, is extending the famous Vermeer painting, Girl with a Pearl Earring, outwards while maintaining a similar style.
What are some examples of what Midjourney can be used for?
Midjourney can mimic many different artistic styles and genres based on given prompts. An example given by the Midjourney creators is generating an image based on the prompt ‘watermelon owl hybrid’ which generated a series of pink and green owls in a variety of different artistic styles and expressions.
