(30/07/2010 04:01 AM)bloodangel619 Wrote:  what's the main difference between the bamboo and the intuos?
also has anybody used the genius tablets they are really cheap for example you could buy one of the best genuis g-pen's here for about $130 while a 4x6 wacom intuos 3 is about $270

I had this discussion with an artist over here... Genius and other cheap and/or "local" makes of tablets are absolutely no problem, so long as its restricted to less intensive work such as Digital signing etc.

As for Bamboo and Intuos, think of Bamboo as a entry-level bike and intuos as more expensive sportsbikes and sportsters.... Still neither of them compare to a Cintiq... That is like a....

However, if you are tight on budget, you can try buying one so that at least you get used to using a tablet. Moreover, when you upgrade to a Wacom, then you'll really be able to understand why they are what used everywhere.