The Evolution of Midjourney: Unraveling the Journey of Versions 1 to 5.2 and the Njii 4 and Njii 5
Michael Ratajczyk, Ph.D.
AI in Society | AI Adoption & Innovation | Program Director | Business Intelligence Academic Programs | Ph.D. in AI / Thoughts are my own
Introduction
Technology is an ever-evolving domain, and software development based around Generative AI is no exception. One such remarkable software that has undergone significant transformations is Midjourney, software that allows the user to enter text prompts that the software uses to produce graphics.
In this article, we will explore the evolution of Midjourney from Version 1 to 5.2, along with its innovative Njii 4 and Njii 5 updates.
Through a series of trials with each version (using the same prompt shared below), the study aims to understand how the software's output has evolved over time and the importance of considering version discrepancies. The results reveal that the output of Midjourney varied significantly between versions, highlighting the need for caution when relying on the software for consistent results.
This study examines the evolution of Midjourney from Version 1 to Njii 5 using a consistent prompt of:
/imagine medieval fantasy, goat warrior, full body, big head, large eyes, holding halberd, eyes facing forward, Powerpuff Girls style, bitmoji style, white background, and black outline
Version 1:
Version 2:
Version 3:
Version 4:
Version 5.0
Notice how the output changes significantly, starting in 5.1 towards a more 3-D, shaded look, abandoning the 2-D cartoonish look.
Version 5.1
Version 5.2
Version: Njii 4
Version: Njii 5
Conclusion
By acknowledging the version-specific variations, users can embrace the joy of exploring diverse and exciting outcomes.
Understanding the differences between different versions of software, such as Midjourney, is crucial for users to effectively and efficiently utilize the software and achieve desired outcomes. In the case where the results are not stable, it becomes even more important to comprehend these differences to mitigate potential issues and maximize the benefits of using the software.
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1 年Very cool. Thanks for sharing.