On Sale Now - Wacom Graphire3, 4x5" Tablet

04/24/2006 05:05:58 PM · #77

Okay - All this talk has me thinking......

I was looking to buy one anyway BUT I have never used a tablet, so not sure what to expect. I was thinking about getting the more expensive larger model but am tempted to get the $60 4x5 version to see how I like using it before laying out yet more $ for stuff I could hate - I could certainly not use the potential for a while.

For those that have theirs in hand - How do you find the smaller 4x5 surface in the larger footprint (8x8 or something)? How do you find the depth sensitivity (512 different pressures) of this model?

JayWalk

Canon EOS-6D

Tamron SP AF 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di for Canon

04/24/2006 05:19:09 PM · #78

Originally posted by robs:

Ok, well in all honesty, I actually upgraded to the Intuos 4x5 rather than the Graphire because I had the same concerns as you. Mostly because I knew I would be using it a lot and I read that the pen was much better with the Intous... not sure I would be able to tell a difference at this point. However in terms of 4x5 I can tell you that you definitely will not need to go much bigger if any. I already have to use substantial arm movement just to cover the surface areas now and can't even imagine having a bigger one. In fact I think I would like it a lot less if it was a bigger size.

GentleSoul

Canon EOS-30D

04/24/2006 05:29:23 PM · #79

Originally posted by JayWalk:

Originally posted by robs:
Okay - All this talk has me thinking......

I was looking to buy one anyway BUT I have never used a tablet, so not sure what to expect. I was thinking about getting the more expensive larger model but am tempted to get the $60 4x5 version to see how I like using it before laying out yet more $ for stuff I could hate - I could certainly not use the potential for a while.

For those that have theirs in hand - How do you find the smaller 4x5 surface in the larger footprint (8x8 or something)? How do you find the depth sensitivity (512 different pressures) of this model?

Ok, well in all honesty, I actually upgraded to the Intuos 4x5 rather than the Graphire because I had the same concerns as you. Mostly because I knew I would be using it a lot and I read that the pen was much better with the Intous... not sure I would be able to tell a difference at this point. However in terms of 4x5 I can tell you that you definitely will not need to go much bigger if any. I already have to use substantial arm movement just to cover the surface areas now and can't even imagine having a bigger one. In fact I think I would like it a lot less if it was a bigger size.

Jason,

Perhaps this has something to do with yours being a newer model, but on my 4x5 Intuos, I can cover the whole screen just by using my wrist. (OK, maybe just a little arm movement to get into the corners, but seriously, it's very minimal.) If this is annoying you (I know it would annoy me - that's why I don't use a 6x8), perhaps you can tweak some of the settings to get it to cover the range? I have pretty small hands, too, so I'm really surprised to hear that someone is having this problem.

Liz

ladyhawk22

Sony DSLR-A700

Sony SAL-50F14 Normal 50mm f/1.4 Autofocus Lens for the Sony

04/24/2006 05:36:22 PM · #80

I've got the 4x5 Graphire and I LOVE IT! It's the best thing for editing ever!!! For me, the 512 is certainly sensitive enough. I don't draw with it, just use it for photo editing and I find that it's more than plenty sensitive. And I agree with the others about the size too....initially I was worried the 4x5 would be too small, but it's not! It's a perfect size and it's great with my laptop cause it's small enough I can use it alongside my laptop wherever I am. Certainly enough room I would think, unless you're using it to draw large scale pictures with lots of detail or doing some serious graphic design work.

_eug

Nikon D50

Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D

04/24/2006 06:37:24 PM · #81

Blast you all who ordered before me!

I had the Blue one in my cart half the day while shopping for other stuff. Went to check out and it was gone. Huh? Double check that. You've got to be kidding me?!? The dreaded Out-of Stock!

Okay, white it is... LOL.

Melethia

Canon EOS-80D

04/24/2006 06:54:36 PM · #82

Got an email that mine shipped today. So maybe, if UPS is very good to me, I'll have it by Friday. Woo hoo! And sorry, Eug, but I got a blue one - don't think it was the last one, but you never know.

Cindi, send B&H this thread - see if you can a credit or two. :-)

robs

Canon EOS R6 Mk II

Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D

04/24/2006 07:05:38 PM · #83

After scratching around on a bit of 4 x 5 ruled up paper, I figured the 4x5 will be ok for me to start. I prefer the idea of the bigger bluetooth ones but they are out of my league to justify right now - maybe if I start using this one a lot I will see about an "upgrade". I went for the white also - please select 1 of the following 1 options :-)

Originally posted by _eug:

......

My name is Rob and.... oh forget it, I'm now officially blaming Cindi too => A least I didn't add anything else to the basket, although I really wanted to add something... anything from my wish list!

_eug

Nikon D50

04/24/2006 07:20:26 PM · #84

Originally posted by robs:

A least I didn't add anything else to the basket, although I really wanted to add something... anything from my wish list!

Oh, I did. I needed some long glass for my trip to Kenya in October. Figured it might as well be now, because I'll need to get used to the differences.

Ecce_Signum

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

04/25/2006 04:10:51 PM · #85

My 'monster' arrived today. straight out of the box and installed in seconds (well, about 300). After a lot of humming and harring I went for the Wacom Intuos3 A4 USB - its a monster.

First impressions are although its all new to me I reckon soon I'll be doing all my CS work and many other tasks with it. The mouse that came with it is cool but I keep finding myself with a mouse in each hand! Its also got 2 scroll pads and 8 programable function keys (another steep learning curve for me).

Its sooo big (an A3 card doesn't cover it all) the keyboard is back in its drawer and only comes out for typing.

Back to bread and water for another month!

Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM

04/25/2006 04:25:38 PM · #86

"Your package is in the UPS system and is on time with a scheduled delivery date of 04/26/2006."

And it's BLUE, which matches my monitor!

R.

idnic

Canon EOS-60D

04/25/2006 04:30:51 PM · #87

Originally posted by Bear_Music:

"Your package is in the UPS system and is on time with a scheduled delivery date of 04/26/2006."

And it's BLUE, which matches my monitor!

R.

OMG you New Englander!! You'll get yours a day before I get mine! *shakes fist at B&H! I ordered first!!*

04/25/2006 04:31:44 PM · #88

Originally posted by idnic:

Originally posted by Bear_Music:
"Your package is in the UPS system and is on time with a scheduled delivery date of 04/26/2006."

And it's BLUE, which matches my monitor!

R.

OMG you New Englander!! You'll get yours a day before I get mine! *shakes fist at B&H! I ordered first!!*

One more reason to pack your bags and skedaddle, dahlin'!

R.

JayWalk

Canon EOS-6D

Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8

04/25/2006 04:32:36 PM · #89

Originally posted by Ecce Signum:

Nice... I only have the 4 function keys, but am really glad that I got them. When using photoshop I never realized how many time you need to hold either the shift or alt keys and having them on the tablet is really handy (and the quick zoom scroll pad is real nice too). As for the mouse, I unplugged my old one so I wouldn't run into that problem. Really no need for 2 anyway. How are you finding the larger size?

Good luck with it.

edit to add: The function keys are handy when you want to kick back and put the tablet on your lap away from the keyboard, but the jury is still out as to whether they are worth the extra coin.

Message edited by author 2006-04-25 16:35:03.

trnqlty

Nikon D90

04/25/2006 04:41:25 PM · #90

Mine's coming in tomorrow and I'm really looking forward to trying it out.

Ecce_Signum

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

04/25/2006 04:48:13 PM · #91

Originally posted by JayWalk:

Originally posted by Ecce Signum:
My 'monster' arrived today. straight out of the box and installed in seconds (well, about 300). After a lot of humming and harring I went for the Wacom Intuos3 A4 USB - its a monster.

First impressions are although its all new to me I reckon soon I'll be doing all my CS work and many other tasks with it. The mouse that came with it is cool but I keep finding myself with a mouse in each hand! Its also got 2 scroll pads and 8 programable function keys (another steep learning curve for me).

Its sooo big (an A3 card doesn't cover it all) the keyboard is back in its drawer and only comes out for typing.

Back to bread and water for another month!

Nice... I only have the 4 function keys, but am really glad that I got them. When using photoshop I never realized how many time you need to hold either the shift or alt keys and having them on the tablet is really handy (and the quick zoom scroll pad is real nice too). As for the mouse, I unplugged my old one so I wouldn't run into that problem. Really no need for 2 anyway. How are you finding the larger size?

Good luck with it.

edit to add: The function keys are handy when you want to kick back and put the tablet on your lap away from the keyboard, but the jury is still out as to whether they are worth the extra coin.

Its definately a whole new learning curve Jason. I've only had it an hour or so and whilst I do find I have to move my arm (more than the bare minimum) I reckon the added size will definately be a plus.

As for the function keys/scroll pads, over time I'll probably redefine the right 4 to my most used functions and leave the left 4 as standard. Something else I have just found is that I can program keys/pens/mouse to different settings depending on the application I'm using, now all I need is handwriting to type converter and/or a monitor keyboard ;)

Carl Zeiss Planar T 50mm f/1.7

04/26/2006 11:44:15 AM · #92

Well, it's here, it's installed (piece of cake) and it's running. I've only got one problem; I'm used to running my brushes, erasers and such in PS so they display the actual diameter, and this tablet is defaulting to "precise", the crosshair, even though the PS preferences are set to "actual diameter". Any ideas?

R.

tryals15

Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II

04/26/2006 11:48:59 AM · #93

Originally posted by Bear_Music:

Doesn't Caps Lock toggle between the two?

Carl Zeiss Planar T 50mm f/1.7

04/26/2006 11:56:32 AM · #94

Originally posted by tryals15:

Originally posted by Bear_Music:
Well, it's here, it's installed (piece of cake) and it's running. I've only got one problem; I'm used to running my brushes, erasers and such in PS so they display the actual diameter, and this tablet is defaulting to "precise", the crosshair, even though the PS preferences are set to "actual diameter". Any ideas?

R.

Doesn't Caps Lock toggle between the two?

Bingo. LOL. Caps lock was actually on, and I had to turn it off when I started typing the previous message. Major "DUH", I knew that. I went into "overcomplication drive mode", assuming the fault was with a setting in the new hardware.

Gracias.

R.

tryals15

Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II

04/26/2006 11:58:01 AM · #95

Originally posted by Bear_Music:

Originally posted by tryals15:

Originally posted by Bear_Music:
Well, it's here, it's installed (piece of cake) and it's running. I've only got one problem; I'm used to running my brushes, erasers and such in PS so they display the actual diameter, and this tablet is defaulting to "precise", the crosshair, even though the PS preferences are set to "actual diameter". Any ideas?

R.

Doesn't Caps Lock toggle between the two?

Bingo. LOL. Caps lock was actually on, and I had to turn it off when I started typing the previous message. Major "DUH", I knew that. I went into "overcomplication drive mode", assuming the fault was with a setting in the new hardware.

Gracias.

R.

LOL. I only thought of that because it's happened to me about 20 times... I frantically search all over the place to try and fix it, and about 10 minutes later it hits me... doh.

Konador

Canon EOS-500D Rebel T1i

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

04/26/2006 12:01:21 PM · #96

Mines not here yet, shipping takes years! :P

robs

Canon EOS R6 Mk II