Wacom Intuos3 9 x 12-Inch USB Tablet--Metallic Gray
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Customer Review: Two Thumbs Up!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
After spending years stumbling around the Adobe Creative Suite with a mouse, I finally bought a Wacom tablet. My only regret is that I did not do it sooner. I thought that there would be a big learning curve but there really wasn't any; I was up to speed in minutes of getting the device in the mail. That being said, I do keep discovering more things that can be done with the tablet using the included software as well as the countless options that Adobe writes into their programs for use with a pressure tablet.
I am using the 9x12 model, which is perfect for my needs, however if you are using smaller size monitors, have limited desk space or prefer short brush stroke styling then you might want a smaller tablet. I have heard quite a few complaints about the included mouse, but I do not see much of a need to use the mouse anyway so I would not let that discourage you from purchasing this product. Highly recommended to anyone who spends a lot of time creating art and graphics on a computer.
Customer Review: Solid Construction / Beautiful Functionality.
Summary: 5 Stars
I'm not as qualified as the other reviewers when it comes to sweeping Wacom recommendations, but I can fully support the following points:
I purchased my Intuos3 from Amazon on June 28, 2005. I've used the device thoroughly in the two years that have passed. I have no regrets regarding the purchase. Wacom is still the world leader in tablet technology; this is reflected in their unparalleled creative application integration (Adobe Photoshop CS3, Adobe Flash, Corel Painter, etc) and spectacular usability. (I'm Joe-Consumer, not Wacom-PR-Spy-Man - for me to use these words when describing any product is extremely rare.)
Even at 9x12 inches, this tablet is light enough to comfortably place on your lap.
Intuos3 is *still* the cream of the crop in tablet sensitivity.
The learning curve is 1-3 days, depending on your previous experience with digital art technology.
Once you've used this tablet, you'll wonder how you ever lived without it.
Customer Review: Awesome tablet!
Summary: 5 Stars
My first tablet was a Graphire3 4x6 tablet and after getting accustomed to using a tablet, digital artwork became much more enjoyable for me and allowed me to do so many more things with digital art that I couldn't do with a mouse.
I soon realized that, for me, I needed more workable area and so I upgraded to the Intuos3 9x12 and I'm glad I did! My only regret is that I don't draw more than I do because I have difficulty getting motivated to do so.
The options you have in the software to allow you to set the screen size vs. tablet working area is great for anyone that draws with "smaller" strokes and even though the tablet footprint is huge, it does just fine for me in my lap.
It's pricey but what can you expect? You are getting the top of the line tablet from Wacom and it's well worth it in my opinion. The added discount you get for Photoshop CS3 doubles the worth of investing in an awesome tool for digital artists. :}
Customer Review: The ultimate tool for so many projects
Summary: 5 Stars
I have wanted a Wacom tablet for years. When I was finally able to afford one for myself, I decided to go for the gusto and get the big'un. This tablet has allowed me to express myself in the digital medium far more than I ever axpected. Being left-handed, I could never really draw anything on the computer with a mouse using my right hand, and I could never truly control a mouse with my left hand either. Now with this tablet and the pen-stylus, I can draw directly into the computer and create artwork in Corel Painter, Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator, and I can draw frame-by-frame animation in Flash. There are too many new horizons to list for my creativity with this tablet. If you are creative and want to find a better tool to express yourself in the computer world, I STRONGLY suggest getting one of these tablet. Maybe not the biggest one, but at least one that will allow your creative juices to flow right onto your computer screen.Customer Review: Very Impressive Tablet
Summary: 5 Stars
My 13 year old daughter, who is the artist of the family, wanted a digital tablet to enhance her artwork with. After researching the various tablets available I made the decision to purchase her the Wacom 9x12 Tablet. The size is perfect to fit on her computer desk and the drawing area is the right size for all her drawing needs. The larger Wacom tablets take up to much space on a desk, the smaller units don't have enough drawing area, so this size is perfect. The setup and use of this tablet is so easy that she did it by herself without any help from me. She now can create and draw her artwork directly into her computer, print it, and/or share it with her friends. The Wacom has taken her artwork to new levels and she is very happy with it.
I recommend the Wacom 9x12 to anyone looking for a quality built and top performing digital tablet.