With gadgets like Wacom Cintiq 12WX or Wacom Cintiq 21U there is no clear cut classification of which is better than the other because it mainly depends on the user’s requirements. However if you look at the features and specifications then the latter is definitely more advanced and thus pricier than the former. Here is why.
First of all both these graphic tablets vary in their pressure levels. The 12WX model comes with 1024 levels of pressure while the 21U model comes with 2048 levels. This also affects their precision, use of stylus and quality of the output. The active screen area of both is also significantly different in size as the former is relatively smaller with just 12” display while the latter has a 21” display. Both have a 60 degree tilt range but the 12WX model can be rotated to 360 degrees compared to Cintiq 21U which is only 180 degree rotatable.
Both come with 5 different nib adjustments for the pen and are compatible with Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP (SP2) and Macintosh. They also have a USB port which is used for connectivity. They can be placed on a stand and tilted to adjust the screen as you desire. These features are great from the personalization point of view and enable easy working for all sorts of users.
Unlike Wacom Cintiq 12WX the Wacom Cintiq 21U tablet has a color LCD display with redial menus for better navigation. Other than that each of these tablets has more or less the typical features like internet navigation, zooming options, DVI and VGA enhancements etc. Your purchase of a tablet computer should not be driven by the price rather it is the features which must be given priority. It is not important to own a very sophisticated and extremely expensive product when you can work perfectly fine with a cheaper version.
Other than the basic technical differences, being a product of Wacom both these gadgets are durable and great for professional use. They come with a warranty of two years which makes it easy to make the best out of them and work as you desire without fearing any kind of damage. It is important that you look into all the product details and specifications to know which one will be better suited for your use. A good purchase which is well maintained is sure to last a long time.
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