Intuos 4 vs. Intuos 3...really worth the added price? Wacom Intuos4 vs Intuos3...is it really worth the big price difference?
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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.
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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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If you are running Photoshop cs your graphics card should be able to handle Intuous 3 I think. Check with Wacom to be sure.
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As I understand the issue - and, granted, I may be mistaken, but this is what the information I've gathered suggests - the Intuous is a higher-grade model. How so? Three ways that I know of: 1) Software package. The Graphire comes with one suggested to be worth roughly $100; the Intuous with one about $200. (Personally, I'm of the opinion that both are slightly undervalued, compared to how much they'd cost if you actually tried to purchase the individual pieces of software in a computer store.) 2) Sensitivity. The Intuous has something like twice the sensitivity levels. The Graphire isn't INsensitive, certainly, but the Intuous has amongst the highest sensitivity levels I've EVER heard of in graphics tablets. Sensitivity being useful for increased control - the harder you press, the darker or broader the strokes, etc. Increased sensitivity means there's a wider array of possible results from a given stroke, and so more control so you get EXACTLY the look you want. 3) Secondary buttons. Graphire has a couple, Intuous has several. These are, oh, somewhat like buttons in a modern gaming joystick, insofar as that they can be mapped to pretty much any key or combination of keys you like. Maybe you have one button that switches your tool to Pencil mode, and another to Eraser, and a third to Airbrush, or whatever. This way you don't have to constantly go back to your keyboard or mouse to switch configurations. The more buttons you have, the more things can be linked, and, theoretically, the less often you'll need to move your hands away from the tablet yourself, which maximizes efficiency.
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Going from the Wacom Intuose (previously the bamboo) to the Intuos Pro was every bit worth it. Some may not realize just how much of a difference there is between 1024 and 2048 levels of pressure but it is night and day! The level of control I get out of the pro version blows me away. I don't do work in CS6 as I switched from That to Manga Studio 5 and Paint Tool Sai for my artwork but I am 100% sure it will make a huge difference in PS just the same as those programs. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. If you can afford the Pro, don't waste your money on anything less.
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I did try a Wacom tablet and another brands too, and I'm very happy with the Genius tablet. I'm using it with adobe Photoshop and eElements, and this tablet performs very professional, and has a very affordable price.
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Thank you for your question. The Intuos 3 grip pen is for the Intuos 3 model tablets, it is not compatible with the iPad. If you looking for stylus to use with the ipad I would recommend the stylus found here: Wacom Gen. 3 Bamboo Stylus Solo for Kindle Fire, iPad Pro, iPad/iPad mini, Windows tablets & Samsung Galaxy
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This tablet is no longer manufactured by Wacom. There are some current Intuos tablet models which are closer to the price that you mention however. The seller's price may be due to the limited availability of this specific product, since it is no longer in production.
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According to Wacom, the Intuos Part Number KP400E2 is the compatible pen for the Intuous Pro and a list of others.I don't have an Intuos Pro, however, I just bought a Cintiq 22HD and I bought this pen for it. It works with my Inutous 4 tablet as well but does not work with my older Cintiq 21 UX DTZ2100.For your own peace if mind, go to the Wacom site and search for DTK2100 or just the pen accessories. They list the compatibility as: This pen works with Intuos5, Intuos4, Cintiq 21UX (second generation DTK2100 only), and Cintiq 24HD. This pen will not work with Intuos3, Intuos2, Intuos, or Cintiq 21UX (DTZ2100). I hope this answers your question.. According to Wacom, the Intuos Part Number KP400E2 is the compatible pen for the Intuous Pro and a list of others.I don't have an Intuos Pro, however, I just bought a Cintiq 22HD and I bought this pen for it. It works with my Inutous 4 tablet as well but does not work with my older Cintiq 21 UX DTZ2100.For your own peace if mind, go to the Wacom site and search for DTK2100 or just the pen accessories. They list the compatibility as: This pen works with Intuos5, Intuos4, Cintiq 21UX (second generation DTK2100 only), and Cintiq 24HD. This pen will not work with Intuos3, Intuos2,... » Read More According to Wacom, the Intuos Part Number KP400E2 is the compatible pen for the Intuous Pro and a list of others.I don't have an Intuos Pro, however, I just bought a Cintiq 22HD and I bought this pen for it. It works with my Inutous 4 tablet as well but does not work with my older Cintiq 21 UX DTZ2100.For your own peace if mind, go to the Wacom site and search for DTK2100 or just the pen accessories. They list the compatibility as: This pen works with Intuos5, Intuos4, Cintiq 21UX (second generation DTK2100 only), and Cintiq 24HD. This pen will not work with Intuos3, Intuos2, Intuos, or Cintiq 21UX (DTZ2100). I hope this answers your question.. « Show Less
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I also upgraded from an older Wacom Pad. I was really worried about size, I knew the small was too small, and thought the large may be to large. I was right, and do think you will also be right is choosing the medium size.
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ohhh, thats a hard question since I don't have experience with the Wacom Cintiq. As far as I know I don't think you can use this tablet the same as a Wacom. If you have the link of someone saying it could be a good alternative, please send it over. This tablet can not be used as a Wacom for Adobe Illustrator on Windows/Mac OS (As far as I know) for example. You will have to depend on the Android drawing software available, like Quill, NoteScript, etc. The Wacom Cintiq is for professional illustrators, I don't think you should get this for this kind of professional work, at least, not without knowing the Android software you want to use for that. Regards. Martín ohhh, thats a hard question since I don't have experience with the Wacom Cintiq. As far as I know I don't think you can use this tablet the same as a Wacom. If you have the link of someone saying it could be a good alternative, please send it over. This tablet can not be used as a Wacom for Adobe Illustrator on Windows/Mac OS (As far as I know) for example. You will have to depend on the Android drawing software available, like Quill, NoteScript, etc. The Wacom Cintiq is for professional illustrators, I don't think you should get this for this kind of professional... » Read More ohhh, thats a hard question since I don't have experience with the Wacom Cintiq. As far as I know I don't think you can use this tablet the same as a Wacom. If you have the link of someone saying it could be a good alternative, please send it over. This tablet can not be used as a Wacom for Adobe Illustrator on Windows/Mac OS (As far as I know) for example. You will have to depend on the Android drawing software available, like Quill, NoteScript, etc. The Wacom Cintiq is for professional illustrators, I don't think you should get this for this kind of professional work, at least, not without knowing the Android software you want to use for that. Regards. Martín « Show Less
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From friends of mine who've had both (and also advised me to purchase this product. The number of upgrades are quite numerous and some of the best ones are subtle (like huge improvements to the interaction of strokes to emulate a real brush/pen feel for example.) From where I am sitting, I would say that it is very much worth the upgrade. In case you're still curious as to what all is actually different, here's a link to a list of what each version has. http://manga.smithmicro.com/comparison.html
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Probably not, as the Intuos4 classic pen is designed to work with the pressure, direction and angle sensed by the Wacom Intuos4 tablet, not a microsoft 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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Don't know- I'm Mac OS 10.9.3. Wacom does have v. good customer support- call 'em.
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ahh i see...but I'm still confused...because on the wacom site it said that all intuos include Nik Color Efex Pro, Wacom Brushes 3, and 2 programs from a list. (just like the list above my comment)So basically, the acad version is the same as the original? ;;
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Thanks much. I bit the bullet and I just received my Intuos 4. Looking forward to it. Im starting off with Sketchbook Pro and can see how the keys will be very useful once I customize it.Thanks again for the comments.