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06/26/2006 10:36:51 PM · #1 |
Hello,
How is this pad when it comes to editing in PS? Is a 4x6 pad good enough if that is what I can afford now?
I will use it with PS and Corel Painter IX.
Any comments or advice on this tablet and how it works will be appreciated.
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06/26/2006 10:39:39 PM · #2 |
I got one not long ago. It's plenty big enough for photo editing, yes.
R.
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06/26/2006 10:39:40 PM · #3 |
| I use the Intous 3 6" x 8". It works great. After using it for a while you'll wonder how you ever did selection mask without it. Go for it. I suggest you buy the next size up if at all possible the 4x6 is a little small. |
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06/26/2006 10:40:57 PM · #4 |
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06/26/2006 10:43:56 PM · #5 |
I got one and, I just could not get used to it. It was not for me.
I think its in the garage somewhere collecting dust. |
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06/26/2006 10:46:42 PM · #6 |
| I have the Wacom Intuos 3 (9"x12"). Very nice but if I had it to do again I would go with a smaller size. It takes up to much room on my computer desk. The total pad size is almost 14"x18". |
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06/26/2006 10:48:31 PM · #7 |
| I love mine. Wouldn't go back. For editing its beyond what any mouse can do. Do look at that linked thread above. |
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06/26/2006 10:54:52 PM · #8 |
I have a graphire 4X6, and i LOVE it! the only reason that i would upgrade o an intuos is more sensitivity levels, and i've heard the graphire may not last too long...
but mine has lasted several months now under heavy use. My tips are:
1.) Before doing anything else, open up a blank project in photoshop, select the paintbrush, and make sure that pressure sensitivity is working. Now, get used to using it like a pencil. For a while, i relied on one of the side buttons to click, instead of letting the pen hover over the pad, and only touching it when i was ready to click. If you get good at only clicking by tapping the pen, and navigating by letting it hover, you will have better sensitivity.
2.) Try games like those on www.ferryhalim.com/orisinal to get your mobility with the pen up. They help you get used to moving it around the screen.
3.) DONT give up! When you finally get good at using the tablet, it'll be great. It actually made me take up computer drawing, just because it was easier and more fun. Also, photoshopping pictures is so much easier now.
Good Luck!
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06/26/2006 11:34:32 PM · #9 |
| 4x6 is perfect for photo editing. I think it was awkward for all of ten minutes. It wasn't long before I was wondering how I got along without one. I've never heard anyone mention longevity issues. I've had my Graphire since either 1999 or 2000. It's never failed to perform and I've felt no need to upgrade. |
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06/26/2006 11:54:27 PM · #10 |
Wacom Graphire 2.0 since about...2002-3, maybe? Hasn't let me down yet. Losing a little bit of pressure sensitivity, I think, and I was considering replacing it, but it's solid, and it's cheap, and it does what it needs to do.
The following are done completely with the Wacom in Photoshop.
//modgethanc.com/catsmeat/hex00.jpg
//modgethanc.com/catsmeat/pgunn.jpg
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06/27/2006 12:41:38 AM · #11 |
| I got one a while back with the big batch of other DPC people [If I remember correctly - it's still Cindy's fault] :-)) I find it a nice size actually and it takes very little time to find it useful. |
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06/27/2006 01:09:08 AM · #12 |
Originally posted by robs:
I got one a while back with the big batch of other DPC people [If I remember correctly - it's still Cindy's fault] :-)) I find it a nice size actually and it takes very little time to find it useful. |
Woohoo! Let ALL blame Cindi for our misfortunate love afffair with the Wacom tablet! lol |
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06/27/2006 01:14:15 AM · #13 |
Makes a nice place to set my coffee cup. That's just my opinion. I bought it, used it a few times, now it's collecting dust and has cup rings all over it. I couldn't even tell you where the pen or mouse that came with it is.
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06/27/2006 01:17:32 AM · #14 |
| I have two 4x6 Wacom tablets dating from 1995 -- before the Graphire series -- which both still work. |
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06/27/2006 01:45:55 AM · #15 |
I got the 4X6 Graphire not all that long ago and I don't know how I've lived without it. I mostly use it for digital painting and stuff, but I've found it really helps with photo editing too. Getting used to it was no problem for me. Actually, it feels more natural than a mouse in my opinion.
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06/27/2006 02:20:31 AM · #16 |
I have a pre-graphire series wacom 6x4 too. Brilliant piece of kit, easily good enough for photo editing
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06/27/2006 05:12:39 AM · #17 |
i have the intuos 4X6. It is great for photo editing and I use it all the time. It would be hard and frustrating to edit with a mouse again.
The size is more than large enough. I don't think I would get a bigger size even if it was the same price.
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06/27/2006 05:28:42 AM · #18 |
| i have the bluetooth wireless graphire and it works great. |
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06/27/2006 06:49:57 AM · #19 |
on a side note.. is it called
waaah com
or way com
I say way com, but heard on photoshop tv that they said waaahcom... i think that sounds odd.
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06/27/2006 08:23:49 AM · #20 |
| No idea what the correct pronunciation is, but I have been enjoying using a Wacom Graphire for a couple of years now, both for photo editing and for general computer tasks. My mouse is still plugged in, but it doesn't get touched much. |
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06/27/2006 08:39:30 AM · #21 |
My brother-in-law went to a seminar, and there was a guy from Wacom there, doing a presentation. He said it was pronounced "whack-um", like you're going to hit someone. :-)
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06/27/2006 01:05:51 PM · #22 |
Originally posted by larryslights:
My brother-in-law went to a seminar, and there was a guy from Wacom there, doing a presentation. He said it was pronounced "whack-um", like you're going to hit someone. :-) |
They get this a lot. It used to be in their FAQ on their website but I can't seem to find it now. However, you can call them (1.360.896.9833) and the first second of their recording has the correct pronunciation, wah-cum.
EDIT: I thought I would try google instead of their search and found this interesting quote from the Urban Dictionary.
"Wacom is actually pronounced "Wah-Kum" as indicated by their support line's recording, though uneducated people pronounce it "Wey-Comb" or "Whack-Um" which are just wrong."
Personally I think the way most people mispronounce it, way-comb, sounds much better to the ears.
Message edited by author 2006-06-27 13:09:27. |
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06/27/2006 01:08:19 PM · #23 |
Originally posted by leaf:
on a side note.. is it called
waaah com
or way com
I say way com, but heard on photoshop tv that they said waaahcom... i think that sounds odd. |
Waaaah com
sounds better I think ;-) |
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06/27/2006 07:17:34 PM · #24 |
OK, a quick Google search reveals the following:
Wä-käm (Wikipedia)
Wah-Kum (Urban Dictionary, claimed reference to support line recording)
Whackum (photography forum)
All of which are still individually ambiguous.
The Wacom site doesn't list a pronunciation. Tried ringing their local office but the number is engaged... no doubt other Australian DPC'ers also trying to find out. :) If I get something, I'll post using international phonetic symbols.
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06/27/2006 07:21:55 PM · #25 |
I say it Wa (as in Wank) Com (as in Computer)
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