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The version is billed as the fastest Midjourney model yet, with standard jobs rendering about 4-5 times faster than earlier releases, plus stronger prompt adherence, better small-detail retention, and HD 2K output.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ctable>\u003Cthead>\u003Ctr>\u003Cth>項目\u003C\u002Fth>\u003Cth>數值\u003C\u002Fth>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003C\u002Fthead>\u003Ctbody>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>V8.1 release date\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003Ctd>April 30, 2026\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>Speed gain\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003Ctd>About 4-5x faster\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>Image output\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003Ctd>HD 2K\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>Basic plan\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003Ctd>$10\u002Fmonth\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>Standard plan\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003Ctd>$30\u002Fmonth\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>Pro plan\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003Ctd>$60\u002Fmonth\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>Mega plan\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003Ctd>$120\u002Fmonth\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>Image-to-video length\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003Ctd>5 seconds, extendable to 21 seconds\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003C\u002Ftbody>\u003C\u002Ftable>\u003Ch2>What changed\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp>The update is less about a new interface and more about speed, control, and output quality. The official version docs say V8.1 improves prompt reading, keeps fine details better, and adds Raw mode options for users who want less of Midjourney’s default style.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cfigure class=\"my-6\">\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fxxdpdyhzhpamafnrdkyq.supabase.co\u002Fstorage\u002Fv1\u002Fobject\u002Fpublic\u002Fcovers\u002Finline-1782573467328-ybtn.png\" alt=\"Midjourney V8.1 lands with 4-5x faster renders\" class=\"rounded-xl w-full\" loading=\"lazy\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\u003Cp>Midjourney also keeps its image-to-video feature in the mix. A still image can be animated into a 5-second clip and extended up to 21 seconds, which makes the tool useful for quick motion tests, social content, and concept previews.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>V8.1 launched on April 30, 2026\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Standard jobs render about 4-5x faster\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>HD 2K output is available for higher-detail exports\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Raw mode gives tighter prompt control\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Image-to-video runs from 5 seconds to 21 seconds\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Ch2>Why it matters\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp>For developers, designers, and marketers, the practical change is turnaround time. Faster renders mean more prompt iterations per hour, while HD 2K output gives teams a cleaner starting file for thumbnails, campaign mockups, and image-to-video workflows.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The pricing still sets Midjourney apart from free or bundled image tools. The current plans are Basic at $10, Standard at $30, Pro at $60, and Mega at $120 per month. That makes the product a paid-first option, but the speed gains and higher-quality outputs may justify the cost for users who generate often.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Midjourney is still strongest for cinematic visuals, concept art, and mood-driven images. It is weaker on exact text, logo accuracy, and strict brand consistency, so teams that need full production control may still pair it with other tools.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2>What to watch next\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp>The key question is not whether Midjourney can make attractive images. 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