와콤 신 티크 13 - wakom sin tikeu 13

5.0 out of 5 stars The best thing i own
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2017

This tablet is my baby. If you are looking at this wondering if it's worth the price, it is. I was worried about pixel burnout but I havnt had a problem yet and honestly it's not a big deal if it does happen. I got the 4 year replacement plan and a screen protector because better safe than sorry with something this pricy ! You will need the drawing glove and if you use a table something to rest your elbow on, first day I had it I used it for 14 hours straight and my arm was killing me, the elbow pad helps. I've attached a photo (it's a work in progress) of a drawing I'm working on in Photoshop. I could have never painted this well, I just can't figure out paint how it layers. With this tablet...a new world has been opened to me. My biggest complaint is that tax was freaking 100$ extra like Jesus, ended up spending like 1k on all of this so be prepared but if you are professional or just draw for fun and have money lol it's seriously worth it. I've assigned my hot keys on the side to: copy, paste, ctrl+atl , zoom in, zoom out, delete and I never have to touch my computer while I'm drawing. The cords are kinda meh but it's not too big of a deal just get your workspace situated nice. I hope to use it for many years.

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Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2014

I've been using the Wacom Intuos 5/Pro small tablet for a few years. I found the size to be perfect for my small desk area and the overall tablet size to be similar in size to my 13" rMBPro. I'm an avid user of Photoshop and Illustrator as well as other drawing packages.

I've read about the Cintiq tablets and their capabilities. It wasn't until I saw them in person at a trade show that I knew I was missing out on a truly awesome product. I was watching a person draw on the 22HD version. It was amazing and I was hooked. At the time I didn't realize how large the 22HD was.

In addition to having the product brochures, I did some further research on my own and read the available reviews and comments. Though I really liked the larger 22HD, I knew it wasn't practical for me (e.g. desk space, portability, costs). I ordered the 13HD.

All I can say is...it's an amazing drawing tablet. I downloaded/installed the Mac version of the driver and immediately made the connections between my 13" rMBPro and my new tablet. (Yes, there's a new nest of cables that developed). I went through the tablet/pen calibration and proceeded to enjoy my new drawing gadget. I opened up Photoshop and Illustrator and created a few designs/graphics. I have to admit that I was hooked and enjoyed the experience of using this beautiful tablet.

By default, my tablet was in "mirror displays" mode with my rMBPro and my IPS screen. Whatever I was drawing or moving around on my tablet showed the same results on my laptop and my IPS screen. I then unchecked "Mirror Displays" to see what my three screens would look like and I ended up with three separate screens where I could drag my mouse from my laptop to the tablet and then onto the the IPS screen. It took me a few minutes to get used to the "extra screen space" across the three devices. At times, I thought lost my mouse pointer.

The Pro Pen is beautiful and feels great in my hand. A bit more natural than the regular pen that's included with the Intuos 5/Pro tablet. I like having the included case to store the pen when not in use. It's very sturdy and I like that I can throw it my bag and go. Inside the case are additional nibs, color rings, and the nib removal tool. Also included is the round desktop pen stand.

The included 3-in-1 cable has a connector on one end that goes into the display tablet. On the other end are three connectors: USB, HDMI, and a power connector. The USB and HDMI goes into my laptop and the power connector goes into the included power brick that gets plugged into surge protector. Note: The HDMI actually goes into an HDMI/MiniDisplay Port adapter I have on my laptop. My laptop's HDMI port is being used by my IPS monitor.

I'm glad I went with this smaller display tablet. I did have buyer's remorse (several times) before I hit the purchase button and while I was waiting for shipping and delivery. That buyer's remorse went away once I opened the box and held the tablet in my hands. After the cables were plugged in and I turned on the tablet it was just pure joy that I was experiencing.

I will be back with updates on the tablet usage and any other accessories I come across.

** Update 12/19/14 **

Screen Protector: I've ordered the POSRUS Antiglare Touch Screen Protector. It should be arriving in a few days. Will post updates on install and usage.

NOTE: I left the original plastic protector on my display/tablet until my screen protector arrives.

** Update 12/19/14 **

Protective Case: I was visiting my local big box store and decided to look at their laptop cases. I actually found a really nice 15" laptop cover/case for my Cintiq tablet. It's called Bex and made by Targus. It's a 15" laptop sleeve (padded) with a zipper around the main case/sleeve. There's a wide zippered pocket on the outside where my pen case and cables can go into. The tablet fits beautifully inside this case/sleeve. Not too tight and not too big. It was as if this case was made for my Cintiq

** Update 12/23/14 **

I have received the POSRUS Antiglare Touch Screen Protector. I watched a general install video which helped in the installation steps. I pulled a corner off of tab #1 to start the initial placement of the protector. Basically I installed from the upper left corner, made my way down to the lower left corner, and then over to the right side of the display/tablet. All the while, removing any bubbles that appeared using the included cardboard card. I may have lifted the protector two or three times in the middle when large bubbles formed. I then took the included cardboard and gently pushed the bubbles from the center towards the edges. A few tiny bubbles remained, but disappeared after a day or two.

** Update 01/25/15 **

I have been using my display with both Mac and Windows laptops for a few weeks. I have gotten so comfortable with using it that I now use it as my secondary display. I'm not chained to my desk. One of my laptops is on a mobile cart and can be moved from room to room. My Wacom Cintiq goes with me along with my laptop. I've had no issues with using my Cintiq on my lap or on my mobile cart.

I'm happy the included cable is long. I guess there was a purpose for that and I don't feel restricted of where my Cintiq is placed. This 3in1 cable is made well and have had no issues with it.

Kind of reminds me of the days when I used to have a pad of drawing/sketch paper and would sit on the couch and draw for hours.

Hint: leaving the original plastic protector on my display/tablet helped keep the dust off the device until the POSRUS protector arrived.

** 07/10/15 **

I now use this tablet two different ways. When I'm away from my desk, the tablet sits on my lap. At my desk, I'm now using the included desk stand. It has 3 different cutouts that can be lifted up and supports the back the tablet. The front of the desk stand base has a protruding lip that snaps/grabs into the bottom base of the tablet. I find the low angle works just fine and I don't notice any fatigue. After several months of use, this is still a great tablet and well worth the money.

Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2015

I'd been working as a freelance graphic artist for years with my very old and battered Intuos 3 when I finally decided it was time to upgrade. I did a lot of research before making the Cintiq purchase, since a grand is a hefty amount to spend on one device. Was it worth it? Absolutely. Wacom products are worth every penny and then some. If you've used a pen tablet before, you'll know there is a learning curve involved, a disconnect that happens when you are looking at the screen while drawing, instead of at your hand. While some adapt, I was never able to become 100% comfortable with my Intuos and digital art was something that stressed me out at times. The Cintiq combines all the comfort of traditional art with the convenience of digital. It has improved my work flow, and significantly improved my working speed. There is no learning curve. You plug it in and its as if you've never worked with anything else. In that alone, it has more than paid for itself.

I want to mention a few points that were not covered when I was deciding the make the purchase.

I work on a laptop, it's a 16 inch as far as I remember. Some people voiced a concern that the menus and buttons on the Cintiq display, at 13 inches, were too small and finicky. I have not had this issue. I hardly notice the difference between the size of my laptop and the Cintiq display, especially considering that you naturally sit a bit closer to the Cintiq than a monitor. So for those of you worried about the 13 inch size, in my opinion, it is the perfect size; fits nicely on a smallish desk without compromising visibility. Considering the next size up is over 20 inches, nearly double, if you aren't working for Disney, the Cintiq 13HD should be perfect.

I looked into a LOT of different Cintiq-esque devices, but none had the stellar reviews of the Cintiq. Although you can get them for as cheap as $400 with a bigger display, reviewers complain of glassy screen texture, unresponsive pen, bulky size and so on. The Cintiq performs as advertised; you will forget you are working on a digital monitor. The Cintiq's pen and monitor is responsive, precise and the whole package is sleek-looking and feels very high-end. The extra replacement nibs are very appreciated as well as functional, as the price of a textured screen is more friction which equals pen nibs that wear out more quickly. My laptop luckily has all the required ports (USB and HDMI) so I did not need to use any adapters and as such, I have experienced no lag between strokes, even very quick ones. I can do cross-hatching as naturally and as fast as if I were using a physical pen. I highly recommend buying the PORSUS screen protector for the Cintiq, it is a very worthy $20 investment to protect the $1000 screen. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CICTUOK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 You will not even notice it's on.

My only complaint would be the wiring. What's good is that the wires can be easily purchased and replaced, as they are not permanently attached to the device, but rather plugged in. This is good because the wires are quite fiddly, not to mention unwieldy. You need to plug the device into a USB hub, an HDMI port and an electrical outlet all at once. This is nit-picking, but it seems such a shame to have this beautiful, slim, sleek, tablet-like device and have to bulk it up with all these wires all over the place.

As a final note, I have noticed some questions regarding the Cintiq; it is a monitor that you can draw on. So whatever you can do on your computer, you can do on the Cintiq, including browsing the internet, drawing in Photoshop or playing a video game. It's a second display that you access directly with a pen instead of through a mouse. It doesn't work without your computer connected, so if anything seems slow, it is often the computer at fault, not the Cintiq.

To sum up, an amazing bit of technology, very worth it for professional artists and also hobbyists that can afford the price tag. Don't hesitate to buy, it really is the best thing in the market. :)

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4.0 out of 5 stars LOOOOOVE IT

Reviewed in Canada on December 25, 2017

F****** love it. Best purchase ever. I attached an image I painted for my boyfriends tattoo, I did in a couple hours! I did A LOT of research before purchasing it, and the reason I chose the 13inch HD is this
- $200 cheaper than the pro (which claims to be better but doesn't even have a good stand, and the cable is bad)
-It's more compatible than the Pro
-Wacom has the best support and is the easiest to use/install software
-100% returnable, no return fee, responsive staff
I did have to return my first tablet because the circuitry was messed up (I could not use the left side of the monitor because the mouse would jump around sporadically, but apparently its a very rare occurrence). Only reason it lost a star is because it took WEEKS to get a new tablet. And I was unable to get an exchange, so I had to wait to be refunded (which took so long because they needed to receive the product, review it, and then refund me which takes DAYS).

4.0 out of 5 stars LOOOOOVE IT
Reviewed in Canada on December 25, 2017

F****** love it. Best purchase ever. I attached an image I painted for my boyfriends tattoo, I did in a couple hours! I did A LOT of research before purchasing it, and the reason I chose the 13inch HD is this
- $200 cheaper than the pro (which claims to be better but doesn't even have a good stand, and the cable is bad)
-It's more compatible than the Pro
-Wacom has the best support and is the easiest to use/install software
-100% returnable, no return fee, responsive staff
I did have to return my first tablet because the circuitry was messed up (I could not use the left side of the monitor because the mouse would jump around sporadically, but apparently its a very rare occurrence). Only reason it lost a star is because it took WEEKS to get a new tablet. And I was unable to get an exchange, so I had to wait to be refunded (which took so long because they needed to receive the product, review it, and then refund me which takes DAYS).

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for digital art

Reviewed in Canada on July 9, 2018

I use this all the time for drawing comics, its a great product to feel in touch with your digital art. There are a lot of wires involved because this needs to connect to your computer with an HDMI and a USB and needs to connect to a power source as well (it comes with a three way plug), but if that will not bug you too much then this is an excellent display for drawing. The side buttons are great shortcuts for whatever program your using and you can customize them in your settings. The stand is adjustable to three angles to suit your seating arrangement as well which is nice. The pen holder is lovely and comes with nib replacements too! Be sure to get the glove as well ;)

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent purchase, well worth it.

Reviewed in Canada on May 29, 2018

I have been using the Cintiq 13HD display for over a year now and I have to say it is really worth the purchase.

My first drawing tablet was a Wacom Bamboo, then I upgraded to a Wacom Intuos Pro Medium, then when I broke it during a move, I splurged on a Cintiq13 HD for my art and I don't regret it. I see it as an investment -- it also saves a lot of time being able to look at the screen you're drawing on, and draw on that screen instead of trying to coordinate your hand gestures with a computer screen.

As another reviewer has mentioned, the Cintiq13 HD has made my work more productive. I now look forward to doing digital art because I can actually focus on the drawing.

The Cintiq 13HD is not heavy on its own, but with its size I don't like bringing it outside of the house. It stays by my work desk. If you're looking for a more portable device (perhaps with fewer wires) I recommend checking out the other Wacom tablets. I bought the Cintiq right before the Companion came out.

Also doing clean lineart is a LOT easier with the Cintiq.

I use the Wacom Cintiq 13HD with Adobe Photoshop CC, on a Windows 10 computer. I definitely suggest making sure your computer is up to spec, not because of the Cintiq but because of Photoshop or other software you're running.

My only complaint is that the tablet stand that comes with the Cintiq is really flimsy and not what I expected from a $1000+ product.

Still, I always buy Wacom. Love the support and the quality.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great tablet

Reviewed in Canada on January 10, 2018

After over a year, it's still one of the greatest tablet I've worked with. Even though the 13 inch screen of the tablet is smaller than my 17.3 inch laptop, the image is still clear and sharp. The pen that came with the tablet had 12 extra nibs and I still didn't have to change it yet.
The screen is mate and it doesn't mirror your face; the light that falls on the surface doesn't affect the view. What's nice is that your bare hand slides well on the surface (the edges have anti-adhesive rubber integrated so your hand doesn't slip away). Though I do reccomend getting those fancy drawing gloves to make your hand glide naturally, protect the screen from your hand's natural oils, and it slso cleans tbe surface as you swipe it!

5.0 out of 5 stars YES YES YES

Reviewed in Canada on June 25, 2015

As with all Wacom products, this is amazing and so worth the money. It even comes with two types of cases (1 for travel and one for your desk), tonnes of nibs and a tool to make replacing easy. And the nibs are hearty - I'm not easy on my pen and I haven't had to replace my nib yet (And I've had it for a good 4-5 months).

Only downside is that you need a spare HDMI port for it (which I hadn't realized), so if you want to use it parallel with your monitor, you need to make sure you either have a spare HDMI port, some kind of adapter, or another way to hook up your monitor, such as a DVI cable. Also, the cords are a little short for my taste, would be nice to have an option to purchase either a longer cord or an extender for it.