Stable Diffusion 3 - How to use it today! Easy Guide for ComfyUI

Olivio Sarikas
18 Apr 202416:13

TLDRThis guide introduces viewers to Stable Diffusion 3, a new AI image generation tool. It compares Stable Diffusion 3's outputs with those of Mid Journey SXL, highlighting the improved aesthetics and artfulness of the former. The video showcases various image prompts and their results, demonstrating the capabilities and occasional limitations of the technology. It also provides a step-by-step tutorial on setting up and using Stable Diffusion 3 with ComfyUI, including obtaining an API key and adjusting settings for desired image outcomes. The summary encourages viewers to share their thoughts and subscribe for more content.

Takeaways

  • 😀 Stable Diffusion 3 has been released and offers an improved aesthetic compared to previous versions.
  • 🔍 The video provides a comparison between mid Journey SXL and Stable Diffusion 3, highlighting the advancements in image generation.
  • 🎨 Stable Diffusion 3's images are noted for their cinematic and beautiful qualities, with an emphasis on color and composition.
  • 📈 The script demonstrates the use of prompts to generate specific scenes, showcasing the capability of Stable Diffusion 3 to understand and create detailed images.
  • 🐺 A favorite image generated is a wolf sitting in the sunset, illustrating the model's ability to create artful compositions.
  • 🐯 In the case of a tiger prompt, Stable Diffusion 3 successfully incorporated text into the image, despite not being trained on pixel images.
  • 🐶 The poodle fashion shoot example highlights the model's ability to handle complex prompts and generate detailed and stylish images.
  • 😸 However, when generating cartoonish cat expressions, Stable Diffusion 3 had some difficulties in capturing the intended emotions.
  • 👧 The script also tests the model's ability to handle complex and detailed prompts, such as 'girls with big guns,' with mixed results.
  • 🧙‍♂️ A famous prompt from the Stable Diffusion 3 announcement, 'wizard on the hill,' is attempted, with the model showing the ability to include text and elements from the prompt.
  • 🛠️ The video guide explains how to install and use Stable Diffusion 3 via the Stability API, requiring an account and API key setup.

Q & A

  • What is the main topic of the video?

    -The main topic of the video is a guide on how to use Stable Diffusion 3, including comparisons with Mid Journey SXL and installation instructions.

  • What are the differences between Stable Diffusion 3 and Mid Journey SXL as shown in the video?

    -The video demonstrates that Stable Diffusion 3 has improved aesthetics and artfulness, coming closer to the style of Mid Journey SXL, with better color composition and cinematic results.

  • How does the video compare the results of Stable Diffusion 3 with those of the Real维斯(Vis) version 4?

    -The video compares the image results of Stable Diffusion 3 and Real维斯(Vis) version 4, noting that Stable Diffusion 3 has made significant improvements, especially in terms of color and composition.

  • What is the significance of the 'two-color rule' mentioned in the script?

    -The 'two-color rule' refers to the use of only two dominant color tones in an image for aesthetic purposes, which is well-followed in the Stable Diffusion 3 results shown in the video.

  • What issues were noted with the Stable Diffusion 3 results in the video?

    -Some issues noted in the video include awkward character placement, incorrect facial expressions in certain prompts, and format compatibility problems with wider images.

  • How does the video describe the process of installing Stable Diffusion 3 using the Stability API?

    -The video outlines the process of creating an account with Stability, generating an API key, and using the key in a config file within the ComfyUI custom notes folder.

  • What are the costs associated with using Stable Diffusion 3 as mentioned in the video?

    -The video mentions that Stable Diffusion 3 costs 6.5 credits per image for the standard model and 4 credits per image for the Turbo model, with the first sign-up offering 23 free credits.

  • How does the video address the issue of text recognition in Stable Diffusion 3 images?

    -The video shows that Stable Diffusion 3 can correctly place and recognize text in images, even when words are stacked on top of each other, which is a surprising result.

  • What challenges did the video encounter when trying to generate images with specific emotional expressions?

    -The video found that Stable Diffusion 3 had difficulty generating characters with the correct emotional expressions, often resulting in characters that look similar but lack the desired emotions.

  • How does the video guide viewers through the process of setting up Stable Diffusion 3 in ComfyUI?

    -The video guides viewers to add a specific note in ComfyUI called 'Stable Diffusion 3', connect it to a save image node, and configure the settings such as positive and negative prompts, aspect ratio, and model selection.

Outlines

00:00

🚀 Introduction to Stable Diffusion 3

The video script begins with an introduction to Stable Fusion 3, a new technology for generating images. The speaker expresses excitement about the announcement and promises to guide viewers on how to access it. A comparison is made between the mid-journey SXL and Stable Fusion 3, showcasing the capabilities of imagination with a sci-fi movie scene prompt. The speaker highlights the cinematic and beautiful images produced by both technologies, noting the aesthetic improvements in Stable Fusion 3 that bring it closer to the artistic style of mid-journey.

05:02

🎨 Aesthetic Comparison and Image Analysis

This paragraph delves into a detailed comparison of image results from Stable Diffusion 3 and the mid-journey model, emphasizing the color composition, character interaction, and artistic style. The speaker discusses the adherence to a two-color rule and the effectiveness of the image prompts. The analysis includes a variety of scenes, from a wolf sitting in the sunset to a tiger in pixel style, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of each model in terms of artistic expression and detail.

10:03

📸 Advanced Image Prompts and Installation Guide

The script moves on to more complex image prompts, such as cartoonish cats with various expressions and anime-style characters with guns. The speaker critiques the results, noting the need for more detailed prompts to achieve better expressiveness. Following this, the script provides a step-by-step guide on how to install and use Stable Diffusion 3, including creating an API key, understanding pricing, and navigating the GitHub page for the project setup.

15:04

🛠️ Configuration Settings and Community Feedback

The final paragraph focuses on the configuration settings for Stable Diffusion 3 within the Comfy GUI, explaining the process of adding notes and connecting them to save image nodes. It details the settings available, such as positive and negative prompts, aspect ratio, and model selection. The speaker invites viewers to share their thoughts on the new model and encourages engagement with the channel by asking for likes and subscriptions.

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Keywords

Stable Diffusion 3

Stable Diffusion 3 is a significant update to the AI image generation model, which is capable of creating highly detailed and aesthetically pleasing images based on textual prompts. In the video, it is compared with other models like Mid Journey SXL to demonstrate its capabilities and improvements in image generation. The script discusses the aesthetic closeness to Mid Journey and the ability to generate images with specific styles and compositions.

ComfyUI

ComfyUI refers to a user-friendly and visually appealing interface that is easy to navigate and use. In the context of the video, ComfyUI is mentioned as the platform that first gets access to the new features of Stable Diffusion 3, indicating that it is a preferred user interface for interacting with the AI model.

Prompt

A prompt in the context of AI image generation is a text input that guides the AI to create a specific image. The script provides examples of prompts used to generate images with Stable Diffusion 3, such as 'sci-fi movie scene' and 'clip art cartoon cat wearing glasses with a series of expressions', demonstrating how the AI interprets and visualizes textual descriptions.

Aesthetic

Aesthetic in the video refers to the visual appeal and artistic quality of the images generated by the AI. The script discusses how Stable Diffusion 3 has improved in terms of aesthetics, coming closer to the artfulness of Mid Journey, as seen in the generated images that are cinematic, beautiful, and follow specific color rules.

API Key

An API Key is a unique identifier used to authenticate requests to an API (Application Programming Interface). In the script, the process of creating an API key for the Stability API is explained, which is necessary for users to access and use the Stable Diffusion 3 model for image generation.

Image to Image Rendering

Image to image rendering is a feature in AI image generation where an existing image is used as a base to create a new image, often with modifications or enhancements. The script mentions that this feature is intended to be used with Stable Diffusion 3 but notes that it currently does not work as expected.

Negative Prompt

A negative prompt is a text input used in AI image generation to specify what should be avoided or not included in the generated image. The script explains that users can input both positive and negative prompts to guide the AI more precisely in creating the desired image.

Aspect Ratio

Aspect ratio in image generation refers to the proportional relationship between the width and height of an image. The script mentions aspect ratio as one of the settings users can adjust in Stable Diffusion 3 to control the dimensions of the generated images.

Model

In the context of AI image generation, a model refers to the specific AI algorithm or version used to create images. The script discusses two models: sd3 and sd3 turbo, which are different versions of Stable Diffusion 3 with varying costs and capabilities.

Reroll

Reroll in AI image generation is the process of generating a new image with the same or adjusted parameters to improve the outcome or correct errors. The script suggests rerolling as a strategy to get better results, such as when the text in an image is not completely correct.

Wizard on the Hill

Wizard on the Hill is a specific prompt used in the video to test the capabilities of Stable Diffusion 3. It is a complex prompt that includes elements like a wizard, a tax buff, and text, which the AI needs to interpret and visualize correctly. The script uses this prompt to demonstrate the model's ability to handle detailed and imaginative scenes.

Highlights

Introduction of Stable Diffusion 3 and a guide on how to use it with ComfyUI.

Comparison between Mid Journey SXL and Stable Fusion 3 in terms of image generation quality.

Demonstration of cinematic and beautiful sci-fi movie scenes generated by ComfyUI.

Explanation of the aesthetic and artfulness of Stable Diffusion 3, drawing parallels to Mid Journey.

Showcasing the color and composition quality of Stable Diffusion 3 in generated images.

Analysis of the 'two-color rule' followed in Stable Diffusion 3 image generation.

Comparison of character interactions in images generated by Stable Diffusion 3 and Mid Journey.

Discussion on the artistic style of Community trained models in Stable Diffusion.

Presentation of a wolf sitting in the sunset image, highlighting the Artful composition by Mid Journey.

Critique of Stable Diffusion 3's handling of wider format images and character positioning.

Comparison of photographic style in images generated by Stable Diffusion 3 and SDXL.

Evaluation of text integration in pixel art style images by Stable Diffusion 3.

Assessment of SDXL's performance with text and style in generated images.

Description of a poodle in a fashion shoot, emphasizing the detailed and stylish result from SDXL.

Comparison of artistic and photographic styles in images of a tiger from Stable Diffusion 3 and SDXL.

Analysis of character emotional expressions in cartoonish cats generated by Stable Diffusion 3.

Observation of the lack of facial expressions in SDXL generated cartoonish cats.

Critique of Stable Diffusion 3's handling of complex prompts like 'girls with big guns'.

Demonstration of detailed and dynamic poses in images generated by SDXL Chuggernaut.

Evaluation of Stable Diffusion 3's ability to generate images with text and complex scenes.

Instructions on how to install and use Stable Diffusion 3 with the stability API.

Guide on creating an API key and understanding the pricing structure for Stable Diffusion 3.

Step-by-step guide on setting up Stable Diffusion 3 in ComfyUI, including translating the GitHub page.

Configuration details for using Stable Diffusion 3 in ComfyUI, including prompts and model settings.

Invitation for feedback on Stable Diffusion 3 models and an encouragement to subscribe for more content.