Let’s compare the key features to find the most notable differences between Wacom Intuos vs Pro. Design It had been a number of years since I’d used a tablet for photo editing, and I can confirm that the learning curve was certainly there. But after a bit of practice with the pen and tablet I found the process of retouching scanned negatives in Adobe Photoshop to be more precise, faster and less taxing on my wrist than it would have been if I were using a mouse. Put another way, the difference between retouching with the Wacom pen vs. the mouse is like hand-writing a note with a fine tipped Sharpie vs a paint roller. The eraser is precise as well. I found it to be particularly helpful when creating multi-layer image compositions.

The Wacom Pro Pen 2’s stand stores additional nubs. The pen itself has two customizable buttons – flip it upside down and you can use it as an eraser. The tablet itself has rubber grip on the bottom to keep it in place, and its slim profile makes it easy to travel with or store away when space is limited. In use The Wacom Intuos Pro is not a self-sufficient device. Windows or Macintosh computers are required to use it. It may be connected to either a Type-C USB cord or a Bluetooth connection, demonstrating the tablet’s progressive nature. Intuos Pro is compatible with Windows 7/8/10 and Mac OS X 10.12 or later. Connecting to any device is as simple as plugging in the Type-C USB cord or using Bluetooth. SoftwareThe Intuos Pro’s replacement nibs are stored in the pen stand’s spherical steel construction. When drawing on a tablet, you can use a conventional nib or a felt nib. These two pens don’t need charging, so they’re always ready to go. Wacom Intuos vs Pro: Quality and Reliability The new version utilizes the Wacom Pro Pen 2, which comes with a weight base (shown below), and is slimmer than version 1 – It also features two programmable buttons and 8192 pressure levels (up from 2048). Wireless Bluetooth connectivity is also new to the Wacom Intuos Pro. Design The textured surface of the Intuos Pro is scratch-resistant. To manage your pen when sketching, it offers a bit of resistance. The tablet’s texture also mimics the feel of paper. It’s one of those little extras that make sketching more enjoyable.

Pen-to-software communication is instantaneous, thanks to the pen’s ergonomics and functionality identical to those of a standard pen. Compared to a standard computer mouse, it does not impose as much pressure on your wrist even after long hours of usage. The most important considerations are their respective designs and sizes when choosing between these two Wacom tablets. If you’re looking for a device to help enhance your talents, you’ll want to pay attention to these factors. There is a noticeable difference in the amount of desk space taken up by the Wacom Intuos and Intuos Pro tablets. Despite this, the amount of active space in each is relatively similar. Also included is a pen stand, a circular disk with a hole on top that fits the pen. Twisting the stand open (in the same way you would twist a circular smoke alarm) reveals 10 extra nibs (pen tips). I only used the nib that came in the pen, but after nearly three weeks of moderate use, I see that it is a little the worse for wear.The Wacom Intuos Pro tablet is thinner and lighter than its predecessor, so it occupies less real-estate on your desk. Despite this, the active area is larger thanks to a slimmer bezel and he surface plate can be swapped for a variety of different textures depending on your preferences. The Wacom Intuos Pro is designed to imitate a large piece of paper You can only use Intuos’s stylus because it does not enable touch gestures or recognize your fingers as a pen input device. The vast degree of pressure responsiveness in the Pro Pen 2 is something I really appreciated, especially when it came to dodging, burning and light retouching. Press hard and the results are more pronounced, use a lighter touch and everything is more subtle. If you are particularly heavy-handed you can adjust the overall sensitivity of the pen. The difference between the Wacom pen and a mouse is like hand-writing a note with a fine-tipped Sharpie versus a paint roller Pen resolution and pressure sensitivity are two-fold in the Wacom Intuos Pro over its non-Pro counterpart. Pen pressure can go up to 4096 on Wacom Intuos and up to 8192 on Intuos Pro. Your technique and skill level will determine how often you can use this feature, but having a more comprehensive range is excellent to have when you need it.

The Intuos Pro recognizes both the stylus and your fingertips. It has multi-finger touch capability, which means that you can create zoom motions as you would on a smartphone and set different finger gestures, which is really helpful. Pricing The way we as a society "worked through" on the job injuries was that the employer would let go of the injured (unproductive) worker and replace them with a new worker who wasn't injured yet. This allowed the project to continue, the bridge to be built, etc. The individual and his family was sacrificed for the advancement of the community. LIterally thousands of men were killed or injured getting our cities built before we had better technology. The quality of a product’s construction directly affects its reliability. Tablets made by Wacom are noted for their durability and reliability because of their scratch-resistant and textured surfaces. Warranty Electromagnetic radiation powers the Wacom Intuos tablet’s pen with no batteries or chargers. A practical and low-maintenance pen is what you get.

Compatibility and connectivity

With the Intuos Pro, you may modify the form of your stroke by tilting the pen. However, it is only possible if both the brush and the application you’re using are capable of it. Intuos does not have this option. However, it’s interesting to try just to see if or not it assists you in your workflow. Likewise, Multi-touch on the Intuos Pro can be a nice feature, allowing you to browse, zoom, and pan with your fingers. Still, its utility is entirely up to you.

The Wacom Intuos comes with a slew of free applications ideal for individuals just getting started with digital pen tablets. Artists love using Clip Studio Paint Pro, which comes with a free two-year subscription. In addition, there is a 3-months trial for Corel Painter Essentials 7 and Corel AfterShot Pro 3 included. As a result, Intuos is a far better bargain than the Intuos Pro if you don’t need or want to experiment with additional programs. Overall, the Wacom Intuos Pro is comfortable to work with and performs will with creative apps. It's also small and lightweight enough to use on the go. Battery life is also decent. There are a few niggles in the form of the slight lag and an unergonomic pen stand. We think most people will be happy with this Wacom tablet, but you may also want to consider newer alternatives such as the Xencelabs pen tablet bundle, which has a similar price point, but offers more in the box and performs very smoothly. The Wacom Pro Pen 2 is incredibly responsive but feels slightly too sensitive with the default settings. Once set up, it does provide a very natural feel when drawing concept designs, texture painting and sculpting, and it performed well in Photoshop, Painter, Mari, Maya and ZBrush during testing, although that was after a few hours of getting used to it.

There is very little noticeable lag, which can be a problem with cheaper tablets, and the pen is comfortable in your hand for long stints, providing superb pressure responsiveness and giving you innate control and precision for detailing.