Flux Detailers and Enhancers comparison
Since a few people released Flux image detailers and enhancers I wanted to see how they all stacked up, so here's a comparison of 20 images with prompts from the Civit homepage, hope this saves you some time in choosing one or inspires you to run your own tests.
To compare I used Forge with Flux Dev at 20 steps, Euler Simple and just basic prompt settings.
If any of the front page prompts had any loras, I removed them as it was really hard for me to get all of those just to run a test. No re-rolls of images, there's no point, they're all using the same seed so I think that's a fair test.
RECOMMENDED: As this is all about details and composition I've also attached a zip file with all the 20 comparison images converted to jpgs so it fits within the Civit article limit of 30 MB (you can find this on the right side of the article). Image previews in articles are not great.
I tried to follow the creator guidelines, most models recommended a weight of 1 with the exception being my own which has a recommended weight of 0.5 (if I made any mistakes or misused your model do let me know).
There might be other models out there, but these are the ones I was aware of or was able to find when searching for Flux loras.
The models we're comparing as they appear in the screenshots from left to right (the far right image is the prompt without any LORA enabled):
Flux Image Enhancer by Dever (that's me)
For me, what I'm looking for mostly is how creative are the LORA outputs whilst still keeping as close as possible to the original image composition without the LORA. So a prompt for a cat that renders an awesome tiger with the LORA would be a failure.
P.S. This took some time to make and write the article so any buzz donations are appreciated but not required. Let's see some images already !!
Prompt #1
unique and crazy camera angle, (masterpiece:1.4), professional photo, close-up a green Mclaren car in mud, numberplate reads "CIVIT", forest path (grass, water), dramatic, (natural light:1.2), amazing depth of field, shot on Lumix GH5 (cinematic bokeh , dynamic range, vibrant colors), gaming, magic bronze frame merging into image, 8k real-life.
Prompt #2
rainbow colored silhouette outline against a dark background, a female reaper, anime, magical fantasy, plasma pattern
Prompt #3
Create a picture of a group of bodybuilder clouds flexing their cumulus muscles, with lightning bolt veins and rain drop sweat, photo realistic, 4k
Prompt soup #4
white, photogenic, mysterious, tranquil, grotesque, by Liu Ye, David Welker, by Adi Granov, (professional, intricate details, masterpiece, best quality:1.5), Dark Fantasy Art, dark, moody, dark fantasy style, highly professional and detailed, , Linen and Nickel Gray hue, Realistic 8K Ultra HD images, terrifyingly vibrant colors, a vibrant, photo-realistic, ultra-realistic photo of a tea cup with oceans wave inside of the cup by Greg Rutkowski, Sung Choi, Mitchell Mohrhauser, Maciej Kuciara, Johnson Ting, Maxim Verehin, Peter Konig, 8k photorealistic, cinematic lighting, HD, high details, atmospheric, trending on artstation. made in Maya, Blender and Photoshop, octane render, excellent composition, cinematic dystopian brutalist atmosphere, dynamic dramatic cinematic lighting, aesthetic, very inspirational, arthouse. y Greg Rutkowski, Ilya Kuvshinov, WLOP, Stanley Artgerm Lau, Ruan Jia and Fenghua Zhong , сommercial photography, powerful explosion of diamond dust, violet bloom, white lighting, studio light, 8K octane, high resolution photography, insanely detailed, fine detail, on black isolated plain, stock photo, professional color grading
Prompt #5
merged, double exposure effect, small centered composition, product shot, plain background, wallpaper art, in the center is an image of a ("The Labyrinth of Levi's":1.2) , it is Skilled, by Raymond Swanland, Detailed illustration, dark green and Green hue, macabre, tiny, , highly detail, cool colors, grand illumination, dynamic cinematic perfect background, stunning detail
Prompt #6
A close up of a snail with a human skull shell, mossy, flowers, colorful, sparkling
Prompt #7
"A close-up shot of a Pepsi cola bottle tilted as it pours its dark, fizzy liquid into a glass branded with the Coca-Cola logo. The carbonated drink fizzes and bubbles up, with the foam rising to the rim of the glass. The contrast between the Pepsi bottle and the Coca-Cola glass creates a playful and slightly provocative image. The background is slightly blurred, focusing attention on the glass and the interaction between the two iconic brands. The lighting highlights the glass, making the logos and the effervescent liquid stand out, creating a striking and visually engaging scene."
Prompt #8
very old dynamic mushroom in brown bonsai pot, advertisement art, intense, film still
Prompt #9
science fiction cyberpunk serpentine dragon with neon pink glows on it's fur and and blue inner glow, coiled around a sky scraper in a city with neon lights,
Prompt #10
(film grain),ultrarealistic 4k,photoart_style,(a demon and an angel hugging),realistic,,dark black tone,Cinematic Lighting, movie-level texture, hand-painted details, epic, meticulous, perfect composition, dynamic play of light, rich colors, epic shot, perfectly quality, natural textures,high detail, photoshadow, (natural colors, correct white balance, color correction, dehaze),(intricate detailed)
Prompt #11
Adorable handmade candle, with a kawaii label, soft bokeh lights from a cozy room, warm and inviting super cute wallpaper, bokehmachine, blurry background, heart bokeh
Prompt #12
oil painting of Dystopian art featuring a dilapidated nostalgic Snoopy idol statue, strategic layering,digital 3D rendering
Prompt #13
Ultra-realistic extreme close-up of a human eye, where the primary focus is on the pupil. The reflection within the pupil dominates the image, vividly capturing a breathtaking night sky with swirling northern lights in shades of green, purple, and blue. The glowing aurora borealis is sharply detailed, as if the lights are dancing within the eye itself. The rest of the eye and surrounding skin are slightly out of focus, drawing all attention to the mesmerizing reflection of the night sky. The image conveys a sense of deep connection between the eye and the vast, mysterious beauty of the northern lights., closeup portrait photography, beautiful eyes, capturing emotion, personality, flattering lighting, professional, engaging, compelling composition
Prompt #14
Dark fantasy illustration of an ancient wizard sitting, floating, on top of a mountain, misty fog, green fire and sparks
Prompt #15
Wildlife photo,masterpiece,rich in details,realistic and lifelike,creating a beautiful image of a little yellow duck in the uniform of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry,carrying a schoolbag,wearing a magic hat,holding a magic wand,looking back,going to the magic school,with an idyllic scenery in the background,conveying peace and tranquility. The magic castle,green grass,blooming flowers and soft sunlight enhance the tranquil scene of comfortable rest,(depth of field blur:1.1),multiple elements,transparent picture,clear layers,distinct light and dark,rich details,clear focus,medium sea blue and radiant dark tones,yellow-green color matching,light cyan warm tones
Prompt #16
Hyper-realistic scene of a giant ancient african elephant with a city built on its back. The elephant's back is covered in lush, dense savanah with towering trees, fata morganas cascading down its sides, and a hidden, misty village nestled in the foliage. The african city consists of intricately designed buildings that blend seamlessly with the natural environment, featuring rope bridges connecting different sections of the city. The elephant moves slowly through an endless savannah, with sand gently crashing against its sides. Above, the sky is a mix of warm sunset hues and stars beginning to peek through the twilight. The atmosphere is magical and serene, evoking a sense of wonder and timelessness. The image captures the harmony between nature and civilization, with soft, ambient lighting enhancing the mystical ambiance. The perspective is wide, emphasizing the grandeur of the tortoise and the tiny yet intricate details of the city
Prompt #17
side view, Surreal photograph of a figure kneeling in a foggy forest. The figure's head is replaced with an realistic big exaggerated iphone, on which a black crow is perched. surrounded by many figures with various types of smartphones replaced their head. The image should have a dark, muted color palette with a shallow depth of field. The overall mood is mysterious and melancholic
Prompt #18
A close-up of an old, cracked pocket watch held in a gloved hand, the glass face missing, revealing not gears but a miniature, frozen moment in time inside a bustling Victorian street, with tiny horse-drawn carriages and pedestrians, all paused mid-action. The buildings within the watch are intricately detailed, with tiny street lamps casting a soft, golden glow. The glove is made of finely stitched leather, and in the background, a cyberpunk crowded mega-polys street, fades into the neon light and smoke, late night, skyscrapers, futuristic cars
Prompt #19
Create a hyper-realistic, professional-quality photograph of a young woman with striking black and yellow salamander-like features, set in a wild, natural environment. Her skin is textured like a salamander’s, with bold patterns of glossy black and vibrant yellow that create a mesmerizing, high-contrast appearance. She has strong, piercing yellow eyes that reflect her connection to the wild, and her hair is a vivid, strong yellow, standing out dramatically against the natural surroundings.black light armor,menacing face. Her clothing is crafted from natural vegetation—leaves, vines, and flowers that are woven together to form a dress, blending seamlessly with the wilderness around her. The setting is deep in a lush forest, surrounded by rich greenery, towering trees, and dappled sunlight filtering through the canopy, casting a soft light on her unique features. The lighting in the scene is natural, enhancing the glossy texture of her black and yellow skin and the vibrant color of her hair and eyes. The overall composition highlights the harmony between her striking appearance and the wild environment, creating a visually stunning and ethereal image."
Prompt #20
a picture of a of a small fat fluffy creature, whose fur is decorated with small polished crystals, which looks out curiously between two huge crystals, it holds on to the large crystals and leans forward slightly to take a close look at its surroundings, it is super cute and fluffy and looks at the viewer with big sparkling eyes, it's super cute how it looks up from the bottom, the scene takes place in a crystal cave, the walls are decorated with unpolished shiny crystals that reflect the light in the cave and everything on illuminate a harmonious and peaceful way
Ok, that was a lot .. I hope you're still with me, if you made it all the way here, congratulations. I would highly recommend downloading the zip file attachment and checking out the full size images.
Overall I think they all did a really good job and for myself I'm fairly happy with my LORA, let me know what you think in the comments which are the best and worst ones, which one's your favorite and any other thoughts.
Thank you for reading,
Dever