About Imagen 3
Imagen 3 is Google’s high-quality model known for rich detail, realistic lighting and excellent texture rendering. It remains a strong choice for lifelike images, especially where lighting and surface detail matter.
While Imagen 4 is the newer flagship, Imagen 3 still delivers beautiful, dependable results and a slightly different aesthetic that some creators prefer.
On ArtifyAI it costs 2 credits per image.
Best for
- Realistic lighting and texture
- Detailed, lifelike scenes
- A refined alternative aesthetic to Imagen 4
- Commercial-quality output
Not ideal for
- Latest-generation realism (use Imagen 4)
- Readable text (use Ideogram V3)
- Free generation (try the free models first)
Example prompts
- “A still life of fruit on a wooden table, Dutch master lighting, rich detail”
- “A cozy library with leather chairs, warm lamplight, detailed textures”
- “A mountain stream over mossy rocks, dappled light, realistic”
How it runs on ArtifyAI
On ArtifyAI, Imagen 3 uses a safety filter level of "block_medium_and_above" and supports your chosen aspect ratio and output format.
Frequently asked questions
Imagen 3 or Imagen 4?
Imagen 4 is the newer flagship; Imagen 3 remains excellent for detail and lighting and offers a slightly different look. Both cost 2 credits.
What is Imagen 3 best at?
Rich detail, realistic lighting and texture rendering in lifelike scenes.
How much does it cost?
It is a paid model at 2 credits per image on ArtifyAI.
Can I use the images commercially?
Yes, you retain full usage rights, including commercial use.
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