Looking for a graphics tablet

[MultiCat]

Hi all,

I'm currently looking for a good graphics tablet to use for 3D work (3ds Max is my usual program at the minute). I've got a Wacom on my list at the moment but I'm not sure exactly what I'm supposed to be looking for (other than a good amount of pressure levels). Can anyone advise me on the features I should keep an eye out for?

Also, I was wondering if anyone had any experience with using a graphics tablet alongside 3D modelling? Is it worth buying a graphics tablet? I know a lot of people have replaced their mouse with a tablet for general purposes but is it any good with 3D programs?

Thanks for any help you can give.

[Flipz]

The wacom's are meant to be the best but I don't think there is a lot of advantage to them over a good mouse. None of the 3D artists I know use them.

That isn't to say it isn't worth buying though. I've not tried one for 3D, maybe I should ?

[Sean-R]

I use the Wacom Intuos 4 at work, where I mainly use 3D Equalizer 4, Maya and Nuke. I use it 99% of the time and only really use my mouse absent-mindedly. I find a tablet and pen much more comfortable to use and way more precise.

At hom, I use a Bamboo, it's only an A6 and I find it a bit too small, an A5 tablet is fine for my needs

[MultiCat]

Thanks for the replies guys. I'd like to be able to be more precise so maybe a tablet is the way to go.

By any chance has anyone used the Trust Flex tablet? Is it any good?

Thanks.

[Richard Hill]

Rob has tested Wacom's new Intuos5 tablet for us: read his review

Richard


Richard Hill / Editor, 3D World

[MultiCat]

Thanks for the reply Richard but I'm not sure if a tablet is even right for me just yet, let alone going out and paying £200 for one!

I'm just about to read the review though, so it might end up changing my mind!