Choosing an Image Generation Model

Tila integrates several image generators, each suited for different tasks: from photorealistic scenes to stylized illustrations and vector graphics.

This article will help you choose the right model for your task, focusing on their key strengths and use cases.

Key features of image generation models

1. Text quality
   – How well the model renders text and inscriptions in the image.
2. Photorealism
   – Level of detail, lighting, textures, and realism in the scene.
3. Vector graphics
   – Whether the model supports SVG or just raster formats.
4. Artistic expressiveness
   – Style variety: painting, minimalism, surrealism, etc.
5. Practical use
   – Scenarios: banners, posters, slides, icons, infographics, UI elements.

Popular models

DALL·E 3

• Strengths: Impressive text rendering, vibrant style options, great for illustrations and covers.
• When to use: Social media, marketing, presentations, comics, and any task where text inside the image is critical.

Recraft

• Strengths: Vector and raster output, supports SVG and high-resolution export, perfect for icons, UI, and logos.
• When to use: Interface assets, vector graphics, branding, marketing visuals.

Flux

• Strengths: Fast and predictable, adapts well to prompt details, handles scenes and objects reliably.
• When to use: Fast prototyping, quick illustrations, concept art, product previews.

Ideogram

• Strengths: Unusual styles, blends painting and graphics, good for experimenting with artistic effects.
• When to use: Creative and art projects, backgrounds, unique visuals for posts.

SDXL

• Strengths: Detailed, atmospheric scenes, flexible style and prompt interpretation.
• When to use: Posters, backgrounds, detailed illustrations, storyboards.

Recommendations

• The more specific your description and style, the better the result.
• For banners and slides, use models with strong text rendering (DALL·E 3, Recraft).
• For logos, icons, and scalable illustrations, choose vector-capable models (Recraft).
• Experiment with different models for creative or abstract projects.

If you’re not sure which model to pick, start with DALL·E 3 for general illustrations or Recraft for anything requiring vectors or perfect text.

You can always combine models: generate a sketch with one and finalize details with another.