So... Is the Intuos4 Worth It? I'm looking for a tablet that I can use to draw animation frames . I know that Wacom's tablets are really high quality, and this one looks pretty excellent for the most part.However, I'm aware that people are having trouble with nibs wearing down. If I used this for something as intensive as drawing several animation frames each day, I can guess the nibs would evaporate pretty quickly. I don't mind the "paper" texture wearing down as long as it doesn't ruin the screen, but I don't want to be buying replacement nibs every week.So... Do the advantages of using this tablet outweigh the frustration? And if I use it enough, will I eventually get to the point where I don't have to worry about nib wear? If so, will it be worth the time and extra money spent on getting to that point? This is the only thing keeping me from buying it immediately... So... Is the Intuos4 Worth It? I'm looking for a tablet that I can use to draw animation frames . I know that Wacom's tablets are really high quality, and this one looks pretty excellent... » Read More So... Is the Intuos4 Worth It? I'm looking for a tablet that I can use to draw animation frames . I know that Wacom's tablets are really high quality, and this one looks pretty excellent for the most part.However, I'm aware that people are having trouble with nibs wearing down. If I used this for something as intensive as drawing several animation frames each day, I can guess the nibs would evaporate pretty quickly. I don't mind the "paper" texture wearing down as long as it doesn't ruin the screen, but I don't want to be buying replacement nibs every week.So... Do the advantages of using this tablet outweigh the frustration? And if I use it enough, will I eventually get to the point where I don't have to worry about nib wear? If so, will it be worth the time and extra money spent on getting to that point? This is the only thing keeping me from buying it immediately... « Show Less
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Thank you, B. Finn! You answered the questions I asked in my recent post about buying the i3 vs. i4. Your suggestions about adjusting the sensitivity and Precision Mode are very helpful.
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Can I use this with Windows 7 ultimate 64 bit and cs4 ? I haven't bought the adobe cs4 yet so I don't know
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Honestly, I don't understand why people are complaining so much. The nibs have never worn down for me, maybe a one is a bit dull, but it's really no big deal. I also love the new feel of the i4 better than the i3's because it feels natural and more substantial, but again that's a preference. I personally have the large and I agree, it is a big too large and I should've gone with a medium.
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The Wacom Intuos3 tablet does not display anything on the tablet itself; you have to get used to watching the PC screen as you're moving the pen over the surface of the tablet.Wacom does put out the Cintiq line of tablets which DO display your image right on the tablet itself, but of course these are much more expensive. The cheapest of these will set you back a thousand dollars, and even then, some of the people who have used the cheapest Cintiq seem to regard it as a beta product, a little rough around the edges. (There is a better Cintiq tablet, but it costs around $2000.)
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Wacom is the best what you can get, she will be really satisfied. It has no competition! I have iMac 27" that is why I bought Medium size. But S is also good choice for editing. I bought Intuos4 because Intuos5 is still pretty expensive. Difference is between few not REQUIRED functions. I think she will be very happy with this product ;)
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Greed...If you buy from the Wacom Company directly you can save hundreds of dollars..The thing is, is that Wacom has really strict shipping standards and if your outside of those standards your out of luck...Who ever is selling this is just gouging off the would be clients who can not purchase it directly from Wacom. I would be careful to, Wacom just had a recall for bad power ports on the companion style tablet as seen..and the warranty to have it replaced is only covered if you buy it from Wacom, thats to the best of my knowledge...so if by chance...these arent the fixed ones... you could be down 500$ + out of a warranty + a brick... Greed...If you buy from the Wacom Company directly you can save hundreds of dollars..The thing is, is that Wacom has really strict shipping standards and if your outside of those standards your out of luck...Who ever is selling this is just gouging off the would be clients who can not purchase it directly from Wacom. I would be careful to, Wacom just had a recall for bad power ports on the companion style tablet as seen..and the warranty to have it replaced is only covered if you buy it from Wacom, thats to the best of my knowledge...so if by chance...these arent the fixed ones... you could... » Read More Greed...If you buy from the Wacom Company directly you can save hundreds of dollars..The thing is, is that Wacom has really strict shipping standards and if your outside of those standards your out of luck...Who ever is selling this is just gouging off the would be clients who can not purchase it directly from Wacom. I would be careful to, Wacom just had a recall for bad power ports on the companion style tablet as seen..and the warranty to have it replaced is only covered if you buy it from Wacom, thats to the best of my knowledge...so if by chance...these arent the fixed ones... you could be down 500$ + out of a warranty + a brick... « Show Less
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The Intuos3 should work fine with PS Element and as Jhay stated, make sure to download the latest drivers from Wacoms website.Tablets tend to feel more natural to draw with and are usually easier/faster compared to doing digital art/etc with a mouse, if that is what you are asking.
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This tablet is amazing, I have zero complaints so far - the drawing area is close to the size of drawing on an 8x10 sheet of paper. I haven't tried a Wacom, but I can't see what one would offer that the monoprice doesn't (this has hotkeys, pressure sensitivity, battery for the pen and an led blink to let you know when its in range). Also many applications (GNU Image Manipulation Program, mtpaint, aseprite and other animation tools) work out of the box with it (at least under GNU/Linux - which I'd guess for sure they do on Windows/OSX) as far as having great defaults for the pen's two buttons (open menu/zoom in and out etc.). I highly recommend this tablet.
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I think it would be great for drawing/doodling! I got mine and I LOVE it. And I'm by no means a professional. Comes with two fairly easy to use programs/software. It takes a few days to get used to, because you aren't looking at the tablet when you draw, but once you get the hang of it, it works like a charm! I think it'd be a great gift for your daughter, especially if she wants to get more into digital art. :D
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Somewhat. It's made more for photography and the likes. If your looking for a cheap-up, don't use bamboo version and expect Wacom tablet results. It's good but it's not A tablet!
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Question was cut off, there was no driver that came with the tablet but a visit to the wacom site and download a driver for your specific tablet should fix any issues. If you are just plugging it.it should.draw fine ,their isnt any pen pressure ,line gets bigger with pushing down. Any other questions please feel free to adk
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I bought it specifically for artwork. I've bought tons of both expensive and cheap styli with varying degrees of success. I HATED the Adonit touch because the lines kept skipping as I used it. Not acceptable for a hundred dollar stylus. I had better luck with cheap wal mart styli. Had been really hoping to find a finer point stylus for precision drawing, but it just doesn't exist. So, I opted to try this one and it works great, especially with the microfiber tips. Yes, the nib is big, but you get used to it. What I really like is the nice weight and feel of this stylus. It just feels good in my hand while using it. I bought it specifically for artwork. I've bought tons of both expensive and cheap styli with varying degrees of success. I HATED the Adonit touch because the lines kept skipping as I used it. Not acceptable for a hundred dollar stylus. I had better luck with cheap wal mart styli. Had been really hoping to find a finer point stylus for precision drawing, but it just doesn't exist. So, I opted to try this one and it works great, especially with the microfiber tips. Yes, the nib is big, but you get used to it. What I really like is the nice weight and feel of this stylus. It just feels good... » Read More I bought it specifically for artwork. I've bought tons of both expensive and cheap styli with varying degrees of success. I HATED the Adonit touch because the lines kept skipping as I used it. Not acceptable for a hundred dollar stylus. I had better luck with cheap wal mart styli. Had been really hoping to find a finer point stylus for precision drawing, but it just doesn't exist. So, I opted to try this one and it works great, especially with the microfiber tips. Yes, the nib is big, but you get used to it. What I really like is the nice weight and feel of this stylus. It just feels good in my hand while using it. « Show Less
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Honestly, at first i didn't liked it at all. But now im kind of get used to sketchbook pro, The wacom apps are really awful. (excuse my english, hope you understand me)
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Unfortunately, nothing has officially been announced from Wacom. They tend to not announce new products until right when they're about to come out (such as the Intuos 5), so it's anyone's guess when a new version will be available, if it ever will be. I, for one, am really hoping for an update to the 12wx because I'd like to upgrade to a Cintiq after using the Intuos 3 for years. I find the larger Cintiq models to be too big for my needs (and expensive!), but everyone is different. Here's hoping Wacom is listening to its customers and comes out with an update to the 12wx very soon. I know I will buy it!
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Be sure that the driver for the intuous4 is installed, and that the computer can find a supported tablet on the system. If not go to wacom.com, download the latest driver, install it. Also I find that I often have to go to the services directory, open the "standard" frame, scroll down to Wacom Professional Service and restart it. For some reason when Photoshop loads, the pen pressure sensitivity etc. still doesn't work until I do the Services thing. You can see next to brush palette a triangle with a ! in it meaning it is not functioning properly.
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Absolutely wait if you can. Wacom is superb, but their price point, based on having been the only player in town is astronomical. Huion from China is really good, but it is not yet to the level of Wacom. There are others as well, but they are doing one thing. They are forcing Wacom to take a look at a more realistic price point. If prices aren't cut within the year to at most, 60% of the current price, Huion will have come out with their next generation. That one, I will bet is a match, at a minimum, to Wacom. Either way, wait a short while if yo can and get the better of the two.
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I'm not certain if it does. I works great with my Intuous 4 tablet, creates very subtle masks in Photoshop CS6 and is good for when you need a delicate touch on a digital drawing. You might want to ask someone at the Wacom website.
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This device is great for animation! I used it for my animation thesis in college! But you need to have the right software to animate in once you have this screen to draw on. I recommend Toon Boom Studio, Adobe Flash or Anime Studio if you want to get started in animation.
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Hello. I have both the Intuos3 and Intuos4 larger tablets. I have found the Intuos4 is a lot more convenient in that the key setup you can create for a specific program displays on the tablet. I had virtually the same set-up for a program like Photoshop CS4, but with my Intuos4 I don't pause and think, "What does this button do again?" It's right there. That alone for me is worth the price.But I got my Intuos4 in exchange for a laptop and docking station I wasn't using (bought a better laptop).I would say if you have a choice and the money, get the Intuos4. I have no regrets. I use my Intuos3 on my other, smaller computer, but only every now and then, and then for nothing too major. Hello. I have both the Intuos3 and Intuos4 larger tablets. I have found the Intuos4 is a lot more convenient in that the key setup you can create for a specific program displays on the tablet. I had virtually the same set-up for a program like Photoshop CS4, but with my Intuos4 I don't pause and think, "What does this button do again?" It's right there. That alone for me is worth the price.But I got my Intuos4 in exchange for a laptop and docking station I wasn't using (bought a better laptop).I would say if you have a choice and the money, get the Intuos4.... » Read More Hello. I have both the Intuos3 and Intuos4 larger tablets. I have found the Intuos4 is a lot more convenient in that the key setup you can create for a specific program displays on the tablet. I had virtually the same set-up for a program like Photoshop CS4, but with my Intuos4 I don't pause and think, "What does this button do again?" It's right there. That alone for me is worth the price.But I got my Intuos4 in exchange for a laptop and docking station I wasn't using (bought a better laptop).I would say if you have a choice and the money, get the Intuos4. I have no regrets. I use my Intuos3 on my other, smaller computer, but only every now and then, and then for nothing too major. « Show Less