Wacom graphics tablet

Can anyone give me a bit more detail on this hardware?
Like, is it even possible to find this stuff locally here in the States, what kind of price tag am I looking at, and is it actually worth the money? (Specifically the A5 size tablet)🤣

So, is anyone actually going to answer me or what?

Man, I’d love to help you out, and I bet a few others here would too...
The term "Wacom graphics tablet" isn't even in my vocabulary; I don't think I've ever heard of such a thing..

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fadedorca66 said:rI haven't quite figured out what you're getting at yet, but I'm listening.Honestly, a Wacom tablet just isn't really my thing. Never heard of that one...

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A few months back, I picked up a Wacom's Intuos3 graphics tablet, the A4 size, and I’m honestly obsessed with this thing. It’s definitely worth the money—it is pricey, $1433 but if you look at it long-term, it pays off, especially if you grab it on a payment plan. While my ultimate dream is to own a Cintiq (which runs about $2,900 $0.00😲 😲), I’m perfectly happy with what I have. Before pulling the trigger, I did some digging to see which one was best, and I figured that if you need something for professional work, Wacom is pretty much the only real way to go. I ended up ordering mine through an American tech supplier.
As for using it—it didn't take me long to get the hang of things, and now I finish every job about three times faster than I ever could with just a mouse.
My advice? If you're doing this professionally, just get a Wacom has various sizes and price points available. Yeah, it's expensive, but it's worth it.
If you want to dive deeper into the details, here are the links to the Wacom pages:
http://www.wacom-europe.com/uk/index.asp

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You can find much better deals on eBay. My girlfriend actually managed to snag a Cintiq 21 through eBay for about $4667 total—that includes shipping, taxes, and everything. Here in the States, you’d be looking at paying way over $2,000 for something like that. Just make sure you vet your sellers carefully. It’s an incredible piece of gear; it’s basically a digital canvas. She was using some Genius tablet before this, and honestly, there's just no comparison.

Could someone perhaps help me find a suitable tablet for $900? I was thinking maybe a Wacom one, provided it's something I can actually pick up locally in a shop around Chicago

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=wacom

I am also a Wacom owner, and I find myself quite compelled to recommend it. It’s truly a ten out of ten experience. That said, I can't help but wonder why this woman felt the need to shell out such an exorbitant amount of money when you can pick one up for a fraction of that price. Personally, I managed to snag mine for $933, though you can generally find them floating around on $1067 for much less.

The only official Wacom rep here in the States is Finder.

Those guys at the firm are super easy to deal with, really approachable. So, first thing's first—I picked up a Bamboo. And honestly? I was pretty blown away by what it could do, even though the whole Bamboo series is basically marketed toward hobbyists. But since I (call me a pro, if you must...) needed something more serious, I had to go with an Intuos.

A few months back, I grabbed an Intuos 4 ( M)

Man, this thing is built like a tank—top-tier materials, killer design, and the features are just insane. Plus, the software support is totally seamless; it plays nice with everything from Adobe CS5 and Corel to 3D Max and Maya... you name it.

Bottom line: if you’re just getting your feet wet with graphic tablets, you’re gonna be stoked with the Bamboo series too.

You can check out the pricing for all the different models over on Finder's website.

I picked up my big Bamboo Pen & Touch about three years ago $600 on Amazon. Honestly, I don't think they're even more expensive now. It's been great for me. Just a heads up—if you're planning on doing any actual drawing, grab one with a larger surface area.

So, Wacom—the company that makes those graphic tablets we all know—is about to release something pretty interesting. It’s called Inkling. Basically, you can pair it with any piece of paper, draw with a special pen, and then just plug it straight into your computer to transfer everything directly into Photoshop, Illustrator, or even software like Autodesk. You can save your work in all sorts of formats too, including vector files like .svg, plus .jpg, .png, and about ten others.



What do you guys think? It’s priced at $200, which would be roughly $333 here in the States.
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It certainly looks impressive on paper. One can only hope that it actually functions with any degree of competence once it hits the real world. I find myself genuinely curious about the outcome.

It wouldn't be a bad idea to actually get my hands on one and give it a whirl. 😁

There is just one thing that absolutely drives me up the wall. One thing that really gets under my skin.

The prices here are basically double what you’d pay in the States. Whether it's the insane taxes or just massive profit margins... everyone wants a huge slice of the pie, so if you've got the cash, you just pay up, I guess...🙄

Anyway, I’d definitely buy one.
If I actually had the money.
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Does anyone here use the Wacom Intuos4 tablet pretty often? I'm thinking about picking up the "large" version, but while I was browsing online for some reviews, I ran into so many people complaining about how fast the pen nibs wear down!
Apparently, it's because the surface is matte and feels rougher than previous generations, and since the replaceable nib itself is soft... well, they say they noticed significant wear on the tip after just a few hours of work and might need to buy a new pack within a month (especially since the Intuos4 comes with 10 nibs). Just for comparison, back when I had an Intuos3 tablet, a single nib would last me months!
It wouldn't be a huge deal if it weren't for the fact that constantly ordering those little things ends up being pretty expensive, especially considering the tablet itself is already super pricey.

Anyway.. does anyone here have any actual experience with Intuos4 tablets? Are those nibs really wearing out that quickly, or is everyone on these forums just overreacting a bit?

I haven't really noticed any significant increase in my usage lately...

Honestly, I'd be happy to sell you mine since it just sits there gathering dust. It’s the medium size, which is more than enough for what I need anyway....

I am planning to purchase a Wacom Intuos4 PTK-640 Medium A5. My intention is to utilize it for professional work—specifically, high-end 2D illustration. In England, the price sits at roughly $340, which is $200 more affordable than what we see here in the States. Consequently, I intend to ask a friend who is returning from London this Easter to pick one up for me.
However, prior to committing, I require an unbiased assessment from those who possess genuine experience with these tablets.
Without intending to cause offense, amateurs often perceive such hardware as mere toys and are easily impressed by superficial features. What I am seeking is the perspective of professionals... where does this device fall short? Is there any truth to the claim that the nibs wear down prematurely? Furthermore, is there noticeable lag? (referring to that slight latency between the physical stroke on the tablet and its manifestation on the screen).
Thank you in advance.

Hello, everyone. I am currently in the market for a new graphics tablet, though I must admit the selection in this particular price bracket feels surprisingly limited. I find myself torn between the Wacom Intuos Pen & Touch Medium and the trust Slize Ultra Slim. From what I can gather, the Wacom is priced at roughly 1 $167, whereas the trust Slize Ultra Slim sits at just $233. On paper, the trust model seems to be an absolute steal—it isn't just half the price, but it actually boasts a higher LPI resolution (4000 vs. 2540 LPI), a slightly larger active area (254x152 mm vs. 216x135 mm), and four extra express keys. As far as I can tell, the sole advantage of going with the Wacom is the battery-free pen and that little eraser on the end. I cannot help but wonder why such a massive price gap exists between them. Is there some hidden flaw or a catch with the trust model that I have somehow overlooked? I have spent some time hunting for reviews online, but remarkably, I can find almost nothing useful about it.