The Intuos Art Pen and Touch is a graphics tablet, or pen tablet, that you attach to your computer via USB. You draw on it and see the image on your computer screen. (Click here for more info on types of tablets).

Ok, so I need help deciding. I have the Bamboo Fun small right now, but I am thinking about moving up to the Bamboo Medium for the increased real estate. However, then i could upgrade to the intuos for essentially an extra hundred dollars. Now that would be hard for me to come up with, but I also want to make sure that I wont regret not buying the intuos. I know the differences from a technical aspect, but how much do the advantages to the intuos over the Bamboo really make a difference? I used the tablet for every day tasks, ink blogging, photoshop and corel painter.

Some input would be excellent. Also any recommendations of where to purchase one of these for the lowest price would be appreciated. I have the bamboo and although i don't use it that much (i don't know why but internet/normal tasks are just easier with a mouse than a tablet for me) I've already found the tablet is a bit scratched - not deep scratches by any means, but little scratches i could probably get out with a good clean up with a damp cloth. And the nib has almost worn away (is that normal? - i've only used it for about 100 hours, i'm guessing) - do you have to buy replacement nibs? All in all i'm neither happy nor disappointed with it. I just don't use it that much at the moment, but when i go back to university next year they provide us with A5 (or A4, can't remember) Intuos tablets so i'll get used to using them a bit more i guess.

It's a bit tricky using the side buttons on the pen at the moment! The Bamboo is built for fun, and less detailed tasks. The nibs are to wear out quickly. Fortunately, you can them on the cheap. The Intuos comes with a few nibs, one of which is graphite, and imo, offers better control for finer detail. It takes a bit to get used to using a tablet, regardless of which one you purchase.

You just need to dedicate a bit of time and effort. Once you feel comfortable, you often wonder how you got along without it. But, they aren't for everyone, and some people find their work flow is more efficient with a mouse. As far as the scratching?

This doesn't detract from the performance of the tablet, unless you're talking about deep grooves. The Intuos come with a protective sheet that covers the actual tablet, but not sure on the Bamboo.

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Either way, it's most likely nothing to worry about. One thing to consider, is the fact that the Bamboo is not as pressure sensitive, and you may find yourself applying excessive force on the tablet with your pen in order to feel the level of control necessary for your tasks. This is obviously much less an issue with the Intuos, due to it's increased pressure sensitivity. The Intuos are more realistic to tactile mediums than the Bamboo, and therefore also take less time to feel comfortable using.

My first tablet was the Graphire line, which is what the Bamboo replaced. I felt very awkward using it, and gave up quickly, but when I got the Intuos, it felt more natural, and the difference was very noticeable. I seriously think that if you can afford to purchase the Intuos over the Bamboo, it's a wise choice. It's better to spend a bit more on something you'll actually use regularly, than to spend a bit less on something that will quickly become a dust collector. Slight hijacking. I tend to draw stuff when I'm taking notes at my desk. After I draw it, I try to put it into my computer so I can cut/paste sections and move them around.

I was thinking of picking up a very inexpensive tablet for use with my Mini and my PC. I'm looking at the Bamboo (not the 'fun' one).