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Settled by community votes across 20 shared challenges, with an AI judge weighing in on each.

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

27.2 arena score

#4 of 48 in Text-to-Image

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Nano Banana 2 Lite

22.3 arena score

#27 of 48 in Text-to-Image

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Shared challenges 20

Challenge by challenge

The strongest take from each model on every shared challenge, with the AI judge's read.

Geometric Composition

Text-to-Image

“A glass cube on a wooden table. Inside the cube is a small blue sphere. On top of the cube sits a red book. A green plant is behind the cube, partially visible through the glass. Soft window light from the left.”

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Excellent realism in the glass texture and thickness
  • + Highly accurate lighting and shadows consistent with window light
  • + Coherent perspective and realistic wooden tabletop
  • The glass cube is hollow with a bottom seam, whereas 'cube' usually implies a solid geometric form
  • Minor dust artifacts on the table surface

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Creative text on the book spine that references the prompt
  • + Clean, minimalist aesthetic
  • + Good positioning of the plant behind the cube
  • The blue sphere appears to be floating unnaturally in the center of the cube
  • The glass lacks realistic thickness and refractive properties compared to Model A
  • Perspective on the tabletop is slightly warped

Verdict: FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo produces a much more realistic image with convincing materials and lighting. While Nano Banana 2 Lite includes clever text on the book spine, its rendering of the glass cube and the floating blue sphere feels less physical and more like a graphic composite.

Man and Car in California

Editing
Edit instruction

“Make a photo of the man driving the car down the California coastline”

Source
FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Excellent preservation of the man's facial features and specific hairstyle
  • + Maintains the exact patterns and textures of the clothing from the source image
  • + High visual quality with realistic motion blur and lighting
  • The car color appears slightly more silver/grey compared to the bright white source car

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Successfully keeps the car color closer to the original bright white
  • + Good creative choice for the coastline scenery (sunset/golden hour)
  • + Accurately represents the man's clothing and scarf
  • The man's face is significantly altered compared to the source image
  • The interior of the car suffers from some structural warping/artifacts

Verdict: FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo is the winner because it successfully preserves the identity of the man while placing him in the car, whereas Nano Banana 2 Lite changes his facial features quite a bit. Additionally, FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo handles the integration of the car's interior more cleanly, even if the exterior paint finish changed slightly in tone.

Candid Street Photography

Text-to-Image

“A candid street photo of an elderly Japanese man repairing a red bicycle in light rain, reflections on wet pavement, shallow depth of field, 50mm lens, natural skin texture, imperfect framing, motion blur from passing cars, cinematic but realistic, no stylization.”

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Excellent adherence to the 'imperfect framing' and 'motion blur' requirements.
  • + Highly realistic skin textures and natural lighting on the subject.
  • + Subtle and believable rain effects and puddle reflections.
  • The structural integrity of the front wheel and fork is physically impossible.
  • The background cars look slightly more like generic 3D assets than real traffic.

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Superior environmental storytelling and background detail, including legible Japanese signage.
  • + Better tool representation with the man holding a realistic wrench.
  • + Strong atmosphere with the inclusion of umbrellas and street lights.
  • Failed to include 'motion blur from passing cars' as requested.
  • The man's hands appear slightly muddled and distorted in detail.
  • The depth of field is slightly deeper than a typical 50mm f/1.8 look would suggest.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo followed the technical aspects of the prompt more closely, specifically capturing the motion blur and the requested imperfect framing common in street photography. However, Nano Banana 2 Lite produced a much more cohesive and atmospheric scene with better background details, despite missing the motion blur requirement. FLUX.2 is the winner for its superior realism in skin texture and lighting, even with the structural flaws in the bicycle geometry.

Fantasy Warrior

Text-to-Image

“Close portrait of a battle-worn paladin in ornate engraved plate armor, hair braided with small beads, faint scars and dirt on the skin, warm torchlight reflecting off metal, shallow depth of field, bokeh sparks, lifelike eyes, highly detailed texture on leather straps and cloth underlayer.”

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Excellent texture on the engraved plate armor and leather straps.
  • + Captures the 'bokeh sparks' and warm torchlight reflecting off the metal very effectively.
  • + High resolution and clarity in the facial features and hair beads.
  • The scars look a bit like fresh face paint or surface-level smudges rather than healed tissue.
  • The beads in the hair look slightly modern or like plastic craft beads.

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Superior facial expressions that convey a 'battle-worn' and weary character.
  • + Realistic skin textures and scarring that feel integrated into the model's face.
  • + Good preservation of the requested leather and cloth details under the armor.
  • The image has strange white vertical bars on the left and right sides, ruining the frame.
  • The engraving on the armor is less intricate and crisp compared to the other model.
  • The lighting highlights on the metal are slightly duller.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo produces a cleaner, more vibrant image with superior technical rendering of the armor and environmental effects. However, Nano Banana 2 Lite captures a much more authentic 'battle-worn' expression and realistic scarring, despite the significant technical flaw of the white vertical borders. FLUX.2 is the winner because it provides a complete, usable image that hits all prompt requirements without framing artifacts.

Modern Clean Menu

Text-to-Image

“Modern minimalist restaurant menu design, white background with colorful food photos in grid, sections for appetizers/pizza/mains, bold sans-serif fonts, vibrant accents, clean professional layout for casual dining.”

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Excellent photographic quality with realistic textures and lighting.
  • + Clean, modern design with a professional-looking color palette.
  • + Highly legible bold sans-serif header fonts.
  • Confusing layout where several photos of pizza are placed under the 'Appetizers' section.
  • Nonsensical pricing for the 'Mains' section.
  • Text rendering in the sub-headings contains gibberish.

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Perfect adherence to the section requirements with distinct categories for appetizers, pizza, and mains.
  • + Excellent text legibility and mostly coherent English for dish names.
  • + Consistent grid layout that feels like a functional, usable menu.
  • Resolution of food photos is slightly grainy compared to the other model.
  • The background wood texture distracts slightly from the 'white background' requirement.

Verdict: Nano Banana 2 Lite is the clear winner for its functional design and logical organization. While FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo produces higher quality individual food photos, it fails the layout challenge by placing pizza photos under the 'Appetizers' header, whereas Nano Banana 2 Lite accurately categorizes all food items and provides legible, sensible pricing and descriptions.

Magic Burger Explosion: Fiery Photorealism Challenge

Text-to-Image

“Ad for 'Magic Burger'. Dynamic, exploded burger with all components (bun, patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, sauce) suspended in mid-air. Emphasize photorealistic detail and a sense of motion. Dark, fiery background with glowing embers. Integrate text: 'MAGIC BURGER' as a prominent title, 'LIMITED TIME ONLY' as a secondary message, and '€6.99' in a starburst, all rendered with a fiery, glowing effect.”

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Excellent typography with clean, legible text and a consistent fiery glow effect.
  • + Clean, professional food styling with crisp textures on the lettuce and patty.
  • + Well-defined starburst element that matches the advertising prompt style.
  • The 'exploded' effect feels a bit static and less dynamic compared to the movement in the other model.
  • The cheese looks a bit plastic and flat.

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Highly dynamic sense of motion with liquid splashes and flying embers.
  • + Appetizing food rendering with melting cheese and char-grilled texture on the patty.
  • + Excellent atmosphere with visible smoke and charcoal elements in the base.
  • The pricing text within the starburst is slightly less clean and balanced than the model A counterpart.
  • Slightly more chaotic composition which makes the text a bit harder to read against the busy background.

Verdict: Both models followed the prompt exceptionally well, producing high-quality advertisements with accurate text. FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo offers a cleaner, more readable commercial layout, while Nano Banana 2 Lite excels in creating a more visceral, dynamic sense of motion and appetite appeal through its rendering of the burger ingredients and environmental effects. Nano Banana 2 Lite is the slight winner for its superior 'exploded' action and more natural-looking food textures.

Chalkboard Menu

Text-to-Image

“Handwritten-style chalkboard menu in a cozy café, all text rendered in the exact same realistic chalk handwriting style with natural variations in letter size, slight slant, and chalk texture — no printed or digital fonts anywhere on the board. Title at the top in elegant cursive chalk handwriting: ‘TODAY’S SPECIALS – APRIL 30, 2026’. Below it, three menu items also in the same handwritten chalk style: ‘Truffle Mushroom Risotto – $24’, ‘Grilled Octopus with Lemon & Herbs – $28’, ‘Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies – $9’. At the very bottom, smaller text in the identical handwritten chalk style (slightly smaller but still clearly legible with the same handwriting characteristics): ‘All items made fresh daily • Ask about our gluten-free options’. Warm ambient café lighting, visible chalk dust and smudges, realistic handwriting imperfections, no clean printed text anywhere.”

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Excellent chalk texture with realistic streaking and smudge marks.
  • + Accurately renders different handwriting styles while maintaining a cohesive look.
  • + Strong adherence to the requested items and dates with high legibility.
  • The layout is slightly cramped with the pricing and description wrapping awkwardly.
  • Minor repetition of the price on the third item ('9' and '$9').

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Beautifully balanced composition and clean layout.
  • + Professional decorative flourishes that fit the café aesthetic well.
  • + High legibility with a very consistent handwriting style.
  • The 'chalk' looks a bit too clean, verging on a digital font look in some areas.
  • The character weights are very uniform, losing some of the 'natural variations' requested.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo produced a more realistic chalk texture that truly looks like it was written on a board by hand, whereas Nano Banana 2 Lite created a more polished, graphic design-oriented version. While Nano Banana 2 Lite has a better layout, FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo followed the prompt's specific request for natural chalk variations and texture more effectively.

Pose & Character Mashup

Editing
Edit instruction

“Use Image 1 as the exact pose reference and Image 2 as the character reference. Recreate the person/character from Image 2 in the exact dynamic pose and body position from Image 1. Keep the exact face, hair, clothing style/details, and expression from Image 2. Match the lighting and environment of Image 1. The final image must show the character from Image 2 performing the precise action/pose from Image 1 with perfect anatomy and natural integration.”

Source
FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Successfully integrated character features from Image 2 such as the face, sunglasses, and scarf.
  • + Maintained the yellow background and red stool lighting from Image 1.
  • Extreme anatomical failure with a second head clearly visible on the torso.
  • The pose is significantly altered from the reference image, appearing more like a jump than a balanced lean.
  • Clothing colors are inconsistent with the character reference.

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Successfully replicated the precise leg and body positioning from the pose reference.
  • + Good preservation of character details including the scarf, sunglasses, and shirt graphics.
  • + Faces the camera while maintaining the dynamic tilt requested.
  • The transition between the sweater and the bare legs is somewhat abrupt.
  • The character's shorts are red instead of the black trousers seen in the character reference.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo suffered a catastrophic anatomical error, rendering two distinct heads on one body and failing to replicate the specific pose. Nano Banana 2 Lite followed the pose instructions almost perfectly, successfully mapping the character from Image 2 onto the complex physical stance of Image 1 while maintaining visual coherence.

The Reversed Rodeo

Text-to-Image

“Horse riding astronaut in space — horse on top, not vice versa. Surreal, highly detailed, cinematic.”

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Excellent photorealistic rendering of the spacesuit and horse texture.
  • + High cinematic quality with realistic lighting and planetary details.
  • + Coherent and well-balanced composition.
  • Failed the specific spatial instruction; the astronaut is on top of the horse.

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Followed the difficult spatial prompt by placing the horse on top of the astronaut/vessel.
  • + Creative use of glow and celestial colors for a surreal effect.
  • + Includes unique details like the horse's custom space helmet.
  • Anatomy and proportions of the astronaut are slightly awkward.
  • Lower overall realism compared to the competing model.

Verdict: While FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo produces a much more visually stunning and realistic image, it completely ignored the negative constraint of the prompt ('horse on top, not vice versa'). Nano Banana 2 Lite followed the specific instruction, creating a surreal scene where the horse is above the astronaut, making it the winner for prompt adherence despite lower technical fidelity.

Outfit Transfer Challenge

Editing
Edit instruction

“Use Image 1 as the base person. Dress them in the exact elaborate outfit from Image 2 (including all layers, accessories, jewelry, and shoes). Carefully adapt the clothing to the body shape and pose in Image 1 while maintaining realistic fabric behavior, correct proportions, and perfect lighting/shadow matching. Keep the person’s exact face, hair, and background completely unchanged.”

Source
FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Successfully replicates the scarf and coat style from Image 2
  • + Adds elaborate jewelry as requested by the prompt
  • Completely fails to preserve the identity of the person from Image 1, replacing them with the man from Image 2
  • The character is much shorter/stockier than the subject in Image 1
  • Adds excessive jewelry not present in either source image

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Correctly preserves the identity and unique skin patterns of the person from Image 1
  • + Accurately applies the coat, scarf, and jeans from Image 2 to the original subject
  • + Preserves the background and wooden structure accurately
  • The transition between the neck and the clothing has some slight blurring/artifacts
  • The hands show some skin-tone inconsistency where they meet the sleeves

Verdict: Nano Banana 2 Lite is the clear winner as it followed the complex instruction to keep the person from Image 1 unchanged while dressing them in the clothes from Image 2. FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo failed the most critical part of the task by simply recreating the person from Image 2 in the background of Image 1.

The Capybara Taxi Driver

Text-to-Image

“Photorealistic scene inside a yellow New York taxi at night. A capybara is driving, wearing a yellow taxi driver cap and a dark jacket. It has a calm, professional expression and both front paws on the steering wheel. In the back seat sits a human businesswoman in a coat, looking at her phone with a completely normal, bored expression (as if this is just another normal ride). Through the windows you can see the streets of Manhattan at night with blurred lights. Realistic taxi interior, photorealistic, detailed fur and fabric, 35mm lens, night lighting with reflections, shallow depth of field.”

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Excellent color coordination with the yellow taxi theme
  • + Paws are correctly placed on the steering wheel
  • + Image is vibrant and captures the cinematic 'city at night' feel
  • The passenger is sitting in the front seat instead of the back seat as requested
  • The taxi sign is inside the top of the windshield area rather than on the roof

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Correctly places the woman in the back seat
  • + Captures a very realistic, lived-in car interior with accurate dashboard lighting
  • + The capybara's expression and posture perfectly match the 'professional' requirement
  • The cap is black and white checkered rather than yellow
  • Only one paw is clearly on the steering wheel while the other is tucked away
  • The taxi fare meter is oddly placed on top of the dashboard

Verdict: Nano Banana 2 Lite is the superior image because it correctly follows the spatial instruction of placing the woman in the back seat, whereas FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo placed her in the passenger seat. While FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo had better color adherence for the driver's cap, Nano Banana 2 Lite felt more authentic to the interior atmosphere of a New York taxi.

The Halloween Invitation

Text-to-Image

“Vintage gothic Halloween party invitation. Dark parchment poster, spooky border with webs and thorns, central glowing jack-o-lantern, bats, twisted trees, moody night sky. Add elegant gothic title text saying "Halloween Party Invitation", a small scroll banner saying "You are invited to a night of frights", and event details at the bottom: Date: 30.10.2026 Time: 7pm Location: The Arches, NYC Spooky but polished, cinematic lighting, square format.”

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Excellent typography rendering with zero errors in the text.
  • + Strong cinematic lighting on the central jack-o-lantern.
  • + Clean composition that adheres perfectly to all prompt elements.

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Ornate and intricate border design with skulls and gothic flourishes.
  • + Rich environment featuring a haunted house, moon, and extra pumpkins.
  • + Elegant, curved typography for the main title.
  • The word 'Invitation' has a small merging artifact between letters.
  • The text is slightly more cluttered against the busy background.

Verdict: Both models performed exceptionally well, following all complex text and layout instructions. FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo produced a very clean and professional layout with flawless text, while Nano Banana 2 Lite created a more visually rich and atmospheric scene with extra gothic details like skulls and a haunted manor. FLUX.2 is slightly better for a functional invitation due to its clear readability.

Bald man challenge

Image Editing
Edit instruction

“Give the person a full, thick head of natural hair with realistic texture, density, and a natural hairline. Preserve facial features and lighting.”

Before After
FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Before After
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Excellent preservation of the source background, clothing, and facial features.
  • + Adds a massive, thick head of hair as requested.
  • The hair style is a bit exaggerated and sits very high on the head.
  • The texture is slightly less realistic compared to the original beard texture.

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Perfect preservation of all original image elements excluding the scalp.
  • + The hair texture and style appear more natural and integrated with the subject's existing beard.
  • + Realistic hairline and lighting integration.
  • The hair is slightly less 'thick/full' than what might be expected from the prompt, though it is still a full head of hair.

Verdict: Both models did an exceptional job of preserving the source image while adding the requested hair. FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo provided a more literal interpretation of 'full and thick' with a large afro-style texture, but Nano Banana 2 Lite achieved a much more believable and aesthetically natural look that blends perfectly with the subject's original beard and features.

Isometric Miniature Diorama Scenes

Text-to-Image

“Create a clear, 45° top-down isometric miniature 3D cartoon scene of Japan's signature dish: sushi, with soft refined textures, realistic PBR materials, gentle lighting, on a small raised diorama base with minimal garnish and plate. Solid light blue background. At top-center: 'JAPAN' in large bold text, 'SUSHI' below it, small flag icon. Perfectly centered, ultra-clean, high-clarity, square format.”

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Excellent text rendering with clean, bold typography.
  • + High-quality realistic PBR materials, especially on the salmon texture.
  • + Perfect adherence to the requested isometric 45-degree angle.
  • The diorama base is a bit simple compared to the 'miniature scene' description.

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Includes a wider variety of sushi types and accessories like chopsticks.
  • + Successfully incorporates the flag icon as a 3D element.
  • + Pleasing soft rounded diorama base matches the cartoon aesthetic well.
  • Text is slightly less sharp and centered compared to Model A.
  • Lighting is a bit flatter, losing some of the 3D depth.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo produced an incredibly sharp and professional image with superior material textures and perfect typography. While Nano Banana 2 Lite offered more variety in the sushi platter and a more creative diorama base, FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo's clarity and realism make it the stronger visual output for the specific 'PBR materials' and 'high-clarity' requirements.

Over-the-top cartoon caricature

Editing
Edit instruction

“Create a caricature of me and my job. Make it exaggerated and humorous, incorporating my profession as a tv show anchor and my love for dogs and hockey.”

Source
FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Excellent preservation of the subject's facial features in a caricature style.
  • + High-quality digital illustration with vibrant colors and clean lines.
  • + Perfect integration of all three themes: TV anchor desk, hockey rink background, and multiple dogs.
  • The 'professional anchor' vibe is slightly stiff compared to the 'exaggerated and humorous' request.

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Stronger adherence to the 'humorous and exaggerated' instruction through dynamic posing and funny text.
  • + Creative puns like 'Ruff Shift' and 'Dog News Network' add to the caricature feel.
  • + Unique hand-drawn watercolor aesthetic.
  • The facial likeness to the original woman is significantly weaker than in Model A.
  • Some anatomical issues with the hands and the scale of objects.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo produced a much better likeness of the woman in the source image, but Nano Banana 2 Lite captured the humorous spirit of a caricature much better with its witty puns and chaotic energy. FLUX.2 is preferred for quality and resemblance, while Nano Banana is better for the specific 'exaggerated' tone requested.

Adorable Baby Animals in Sunny Meadow

Text-to-Image

“Hyper-photorealistic scene of fluffy baby animals—a golden retriever puppy, tabby kitten, baby bunny, and red fox kit—with big expressive eyes and ultra-detailed soft fur, playfully chasing butterflies and tumbling together in a lush wildflower meadow, warm golden sunrise light with god rays and dew sparkles, joyful wholesome vibe, 8K masterpiece.”

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Excellent fur texture and individual hair detail
  • + Dynamic interaction between the kitten and fox
  • + Strong lighting effects with clear god rays and dew sparkles
  • The bunny is slightly detached from the action compared to the others
  • The background trees look a bit blurred/artificial compared to the foreground

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Great composition with all animals actively interacting in the center
  • + Vibrant colors and high floral density
  • + Beautiful backlighting highlights on the animals' fur
  • The fox kit has somewhat unnatural-looking hind legs and paw orientation
  • Some butterflies are merged with flowers or have anatomical issues

Verdict: Both models followed the prompt exceptionally well, capturing all four animals and the requested lighting. FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo takes the lead with superior anatomical correctness and finer detail in the fur textures, whereas Nano Banana 2 Lite suffers from slight anatomical warping on the fox and less distinct dew effects.

Studio Ghibli Anime Style

Editing
Edit instruction

“Transform this photo into a Studio Ghibli–inspired illustration. Use soft pastel colors, hand-painted textures, gentle lighting, dreamy backgrounds, and a warm, nostalgic mood”

Source
FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Excellent adherence to the Studio Ghibli art style with watercolor textures and soft line art.
  • + Captures the dreamy, pastel aesthetic perfectly.
  • + Restructures the background characters and environment to feel like a scene from an anime.
  • The faces of the characters are significantly altered from the original source photo's likeness.
  • The man's hand on the bottom right is slightly distorted.

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Maintains a much closer resemblance to the original faces in the source image.
  • + Preserves the original blurry depth-of-field effect on the woman in the red dress.
  • The art style feels more like a digital filter than a hand-painted Studio Ghibli illustration.
  • The background changes are less creative and feel less 'dreamy' compared to Model A.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo succeeds in creating a truly transformative 'Studio Ghibli' look with authentic textures and a reimagined background, though it loses some of the source subjects' likeness. Nano Banana 2 Lite preserves the original faces better, but the result looks more like a standard photo-to-sketch filter rather than an artistic illustration. FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo is preferred for its superior commitment to the requested art style.

Golden Hour Stroll

Image Editing
Edit instruction

“Add dynamic motion to this photo: make hair blow in the wind, add leaves flying, energetic and lively feel.”

Before After
FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Before After
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Excellent preservation of the subject's face and body features
  • + Clear and clean application of the blowing hair effect
  • The wind effect is symmetrical and feels a bit artificial
  • Several leaves appear to be clipping through the subject's clothes and body

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Natural and realistic motion in the woman's hair and denim jacket
  • + Dynamic wind effect applied to the dog's fur as well
  • + Leaves feel more integrated into a 3D space with varying motion blur
  • Slightly more variation in facial features compared to the source
  • Leaves are still occasionally clipping through foreground elements

Verdict: Nano Banana 2 Lite is the winner because it provides a much more convincing sense of dynamic motion, affecting not just the woman's hair but also her jacket and the dog's fur. While FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo preserves the original face more perfectly, its wind effect is too stiff and symmetrical, and the leaves feel like a static overlay rather than part of a windy scene.

Vintage Cafe Logo

Text-to-Image

“Vintage minimalist restaurant logo for "Caffè Florian", retro cloche dome with steam and "Est. 1720" banner, classic typography, warm brown and cream tones, subtle texture on light background, vector emblem style.”

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Excellent typography with correct accents and stylish shadows.
  • + Perfect execution of the 'Est. 1720' banner with a convincing vintage texture.
  • + Superior vector-style illustration of the cloche and steam.
  • The steam lines are slightly asymmetrical but still stylistically appropriate.

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Successfully captures all required elements including the cloche and banner.
  • + Clean, minimalist vector aesthetic.
  • + Good circular framing for a logo.
  • The 'A' in FLORIAN is slightly malformed compared to other letters.
  • The typography is much simpler and lacks the 'premium' vintage feel of Model A.
  • The steam effects are a bit basic and swirls overlap awkwardly.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo produced a much more professional-grade logo with sophisticated typography and authentic-looking vintage textures. While Nano Banana 2 Lite followed the prompt well, its lettering is less refined and the overall composition lacks the depth and polish of FLUX.2.

Apollo 11: Journey to Tranquility

Text-to-Image

“Create a clean, modern vector infographic poster about the Apollo 11 mission. NASA-inspired palette (navy, white, muted red, light gray). Flat-vector style, crisp lines, consistent iconography, subtle gradients only. Steps (stop at landing): 1. Launch (Saturn Vicon) 2. Earth Orbit (Earth + orbit ring icon) 3. Translunar (trajectory arc icon) 4. Lunar Orbit (Moon + orbit ring icon) 5. Descent (lunar module descending icon) 6. Landing (lunar module on the surface icon) Small supporting elements (minimal text): • Crew strip: three silhouette icons with only last names: Armstrong, Aldrin, Collins. • Landing site marker: Moon pin labeled "Tranquility" only. Layout constraints: generous margins, large readable labels, clean background with subtle stars. Vector-only, print-poster look, high resolution.”

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo
Nano Banana 2 Lite

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo

  • + Excellent text rendering and spelling across all labels.
  • + Includes accurate astronaut names as a creative addition.
  • + High-quality, detailed vector-style illustrations.
  • Confusing layout with redundant icons for Earth and Translunar steps.
  • Text 'Saturn Vicon' mistakenly concatenates the name and the prompt instruction.
  • The flow of the infographic is cluttered and difficult to follow.

Nano Banana 2 Lite

  • + Logic-driven vertical timeline layout makes the mission steps very easy to follow.
  • + Strict adherence to the requested NASA-inspired muted color palette.
  • + Consistent flat-vector iconography throughout the design.
  • Missed the 'Saturn V' text label in the title area, though present in steps.
  • Some icons are less detailed than the other model.

Verdict: Nano Banana 2 Lite is the superior choice because it correctly structured the image as a professional infographic with a logical flow. While FLUX.2 [dev] Turbo had higher detail in its individual drawings and perfect text, the composition was a disorganized jumble of icons that failed to communicate a clear sequence.

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