The AI Daily Brief: Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis 4 Reasons to Use GPT Image 1.5 Over Nano Banana Pro
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Dec 18, 2025 OpenAI's GPT Image 1.5 is making waves with its new features and improved capabilities. Early testers are impressed by its precise instruction following and artistic outputs. A head-to-head comparison with Nano Banana Pro shows they are closely matched, but GPT Image 1.5 stands out in complex instructions and distinct infographic aesthetics. The user-friendly interface encourages discovery, making it a more accessible option for casual creators. Overall, the launch marks a significant shift, providing true choice in high-end image generation.
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OpenAI's Big Image Update
- OpenAI released ChatGPT Images (GPT Image 1.5) claiming stronger instruction following and precise editing compared to prior versions.
- The model aims to match user intent tightly, preserving lighting, composition, and people's appearance across edits.
Mixed Early Reception
- Early head-to-head tests show GPT Image 1.5 often matches or beats Nano Banana Pro on consistency and edits.
- Reactions vary: some praise parity while others remain skeptical about style and face accuracy.
Host's Personal Comparison Tests
- Nathaniel ran parity tests: complex instruction following and photorealism produced similar results between the models.
- Stylistic prompts like 1950s retrofuturism produced competent but subjectively different outputs.