Latest 6 Reviews Here is what people are saying about the Wacom Intuos3 6X8 USB Tablet - Metallic Gray
"Wacom Intuos3 Graphic Tablet"
2009-11-17
- Reviewed By User: A20B2496M8BACZ
I was looking for a quality graphic tablet for a reasonable price. The Wacom Intuos3 is not the latest Intuos product, and most prices I found were around $250+ -- a bit more than I wanted to spend. Thank you Amazon.com -- for less than $200 I purchased this product, shipped to my door and got more than I expected. (This was the medium tablet - 6 x 8)
Included was the Wacom specific wireless pen and mouse, plus Adobe Photoshop (v6) and Corel Paint (v4). Even though these may be outdated, it is a good start for what I am mainly interested in -- working with digital photography and graphic design. Costco has the latest version of Adobe Photoshop (Elements) v8 for $49 which I am buying tommorow.
I use this with both Corel Painter and Photoshop CS4. After a week of use I was sold on the Wacom Intuos3. The 6x8 pad is huge and I'm glad I did not get the larger one.
Pros: very well built, pen is the most useful device. I love the way I can now pinpoint a touch up like the whites of an eye in a photograph.
Cons: the mouse has a cheap feel to it and is slow. So I use a wireless Logitech mouse on the pad that seems to work better for me.
Other thoughts: I ordered one before this with Free Shipping from Amazon. It did not arrive, lost somewhere between Sacramento and my house. Amazon refunded the money but it was frustrating.
"Can't live without it."
2009-10-18
- Reviewed By User: A1KQ2BBZ025W3L
I've had this for two years now having gotten it in Christmas of 2007. I can't imagine using my PC without it. Not only the pen for detail work, but having a mouse that doesn't require batteries AND be wireless?
The Intuos3 is the perfect size for a desk, too. Not too big or small. At $200, I'm seriously considering buying a second one for work.
You won't be sorry! Just buy it!
"Pretty Good"
2009-10-07
- Reviewed By User: AS5X2LFL0RGQP
I've used it for about few months now. No real complaints, however the black nibs wear out way too fast. Otherwise a great product.
"Awesome Product"
2009-10-02
- Reviewed By User: A1FJQNP7L232YN
Five stars are applicable. This is a very good product.
I work with creative suite and also CAD and free hand drawing. I found the Wacom tablet to be indespesible for getting creative ideas out on to whatever application medium I happen to be working with. The drivers are stable and give a range of options for customizing the usability in each application (screen to movement ratio, button clicking vs touch).
The buttoms are fully customizable and are as easy as using the keyboard when using doing straightforward work.
Rest easy also that a few different nibs come with the set so that you can figure out what the best feel is on the drawing surface for the task at hand.
The mouse is a nice feature that you will probably find collecting dust. It works pretty well but is not something I'd want to use for everyday tasks - it's good to have around even if not used.
I was a little concerned with how the tablet was going to function with my dual screen setup in a 64 bit environment. It worked great and I many times find myself using my pen instead of a mouse for everyday computer work.
The 6 x 8 size is great for a home office or hobbyist creative work. I've done professional layouts from start to finish on my tablet. I would suggest going with this size if it's your first tablet or if desktop space is minimal.
As far as input devices go - this is a very handy product and if I wear mine out, I'll gladly replace it with another.
"An invaluable editing tool for digital photography"
2009-08-05
- Reviewed By User: AZW7PDA9PBDO
I am a serious photographer with years of experience in film and 5+ years fully immersed in the digital world. I resisted the use of a pen tab for years and needlessly struggled to achieve accurate photo edits using a mouse. About a year or so ago, I took the plunge and accepted the fact that there would be a new learning curve with the tablet.
I'm only sorry that I didn't make the switch earlier, or better yet, from the very beginning. The difference between editing with a mouse and with a tablet is analogous to trying to drive twisting mountain roads with a diesel truck vs. a Porsche. I frankly can't imagine doing my digital photo editing any other way now. In fact, I simply refuse to even tackle it with a mouse.
Within a week, you'll be comfortable with the pen in hand and with all of the time-saving short-cuts available through use of the tablet, not to mention the vastly improved quality of work that you'll produce.
Don't procrastinate. If you are serious about your digital art, then this is the only way to go.
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"Pretty Good"