Using Waicom Tablet for editing

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silverbirch

275 posts

Ultimate Geek

#205238 4-Nov-2016 14:48

For some time I've thought about getting a Waicom tablet to use for editing. While I don't do a huge amount, I do from time to time try to restore old family photos, some of which are pretty ragged. I find I get a bit of OOS if I use the mouse too much and am wondering about the Waicom tablets?

Does anyone have experience with these - thanks.

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macuser

2120 posts

Uber Geek

#1663814 4-Nov-2016 14:55

I have extensive experience with Wacom tablets. I use a Large Intuos Pro

It's very useful and comfortable for detailed work that requires movements that a mouse would not be able to provide without straining your wrist.

I never use the touch features, and I have used several touch enabled tablets to try Photoshop work but they're always too small and your hand covers up the screen. I would like to spend some time with a Cintiq but I'm not a millionaire unfortunately.

silverbirch

275 posts

Ultimate Geek

#1663818 4-Nov-2016 14:59

Thanks - that's very helpful. I'm leaning towards the medium at present. I watched someone use one yesterday, so might go back and ask what size that one is before ordering.

Thanks again

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mattwnz

20176 posts

Uber Geek

#1663820 4-Nov-2016 15:06

I have an older non otuch one and they work well. I would suggest getting one with a large area, as you can always scale down the area that is active. Whereas if it is too small, it is hopeless. It can be a bit of a pain with multiple screens, as to how you want it to work for you.