The advantages of Midjourney
Midjourney is a neural network that can create unique images based on your ideas. The main thing is to have imagination and well-chosen verbal descriptions.
The main advantages of Midjourney
The three main pros of Midjourney are:
Variability
Midjourney can create a huge number of different images based on your ideas and descriptions. This allows for unique and creative results.
No creative block
Unlike human artists who may experience creative blocks, Midjourney can continue to generate new and unique images without getting stuck.
Speed
Midjourney is capable of producing images quickly, allowing for efficient and timely creation of visual content.
You will probably slow down coming up with prompts. But you can always use MidJourney Prompt Helper from our article about "Masterpieces with Midjourney" to speed up. Then the process of creating creatives will become even more enjoyable.
The disadvantages of Midjourney
We've covered the advantages, but what about the disadvantages? As is often the case, there are more of them. Some are more significant than others, but don't worry, we'll tell you about all of them.
What are the disadvantages of Midjourney?
Midjourney is not a perfect solution and experts have criticized its performance. For example, architect Hassan Ragab noted that the impact of this neural network makes users more demanding of results, which often leads to disappointment after the initial euphoria.
The main cons of Midjourney are:
Limited functionality
The neural network will not be able to generate a specific color scheme, an unusual style, or create a full-length character.*
Regarding the latter: "Creating full-length characters in Midjourney used to be a difficult task, but with the development of the platform and the implementation of smart prompt methods, it is becoming an increasingly simple task." [source]
Legal nuances
Midjourney has limitations on the use of images. If you do not have a paid subscription, you cannot use your own creatives for commercial purposes. Only for free. For example, put the generated image on your non-commercial blog or post it on social media. But if your blog is a platform where you make money, you must buy a paid subscription! Only then you have "rights" to use your creatives.
Midjourney language
The artificial intelligence inside Midjourney only works in English. This is a significant limitation, considering that not everyone in our world speaks English. Plus, like any language, English has its nuances that need to be considered.
But any disadvantage can become an advantage. You can improve your English!
Image resolution
Midjourney currently does not allow downloading images in high resolution. This means that if you need to print a banner or poster, there may be problems with Midjourney's photos.
However, there are ways to bypass these limitations. You can use AI-based tools that will enhance and restore the quality of the images. You can find a list of tools to improve photo quality here.
Competitors or analogues of Midjourney
There are several alternatives to Midjourney that can be useful for creating art using artificial intelligence. Some of them are free, while others are available for a monthly fee.
| Neural network - an analogue of Midjourney | What can an analogue of Midjourney do? |
|---|---|
| DALL-E | for creating various types of designer visuals |
| Stable Diffusion | completely free neural network for creating, redrawing, or sketching images |
| Playground | creates and transforms existing images |
| Deep Dream Generator | suited for stylizing and enhancing drawings |
Links to Midjourney analogues
Portraits of Mona Lisa created by Midjourney
Check out the examples of Mona Lisa portraits we created using Midjourney. From Mona Lisa as "Kim Kardashian", to Mona Lisa in the style of "Balenciaga" and "H&M", to British and Russian Mona Lisa.
