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Wacom Bamboo 5.8" x 3.7" USB Tablet with Cordless Pen - Black

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★★★★★
4.6

based on 76 reviews  

 

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★★★★☆
4.4

$59.99 - $96.95

from 16 stores

Pros

  • Good control (40)
  • Lightweight (35)
  • Natural feel (32)
  • Increased productivity (28)
  • Easy setup (2)
  • Easy to install (2)
  • Easy to use (2)
  • Amazing hovvering fx (1)
  • Black finishing (1)
  • Easy to handle (1)
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Cons

  • Drawing area too small (6)
  • Awkward writing angle (1)
  • Buttons and click pad (1)
  • Compatibility issues (1)
  • Difficult to use (1)
  • Doesn't include software (1)
  • No protective cover (1)
  • Not mouse compatible (1)

Best Uses

  • Graphic artists (35)
  • Home office (21)
  • Travel (10)
  • Amateur to low level pro (1)
  • Digital photography (1)
  • First time tablet users (1)
  • Fonts typography roughs (1)
  • Graphic design (1)
  • Ms office 2007 programs (1)
  • Photo editing (1)
 
 
 

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Wacom Bamboo 5.8" x 3.7" USB Tablet with Cordless Pen - Black

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Last update: Sep 27, 2009

Wacom Bamboo 5.8" x 3.7" USB Tablet with Cordless Pen - Black Reviews

 
 
 

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★★★★★
5.0
Very Useful

"Easy to install. You plug into USB, put the cd in the disc drive and it quickly installs the drivers needed. Also has a quick tutorial to learn basic functions and to tell you how to program the keys on the tablet to do what you want.When you hold the pen tip over the tablet about 1/2 an inch above the tablet (not touching it) it works as a mouse. However, it is a little different from a mouse. If you lift a mo..." Read Full Review »

Jan 29, 2008 by Gwen

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★★☆☆☆
2.0
Possibly more style than substance

"I am a professional photographer, and I've been a loyal Wacom product owner for 6 years. The Bamboo is my third tablet, purchased to replace a Graphire 4x6 that was unfortunately damaged in a move. While the Bamboo is very sleek, low-profile, and pleasant to look at, I've been having a lot of problems on the functionality end. I've uninstalled and re-installed drivers on several occasions and toyed with pen se..." Read Full Review »

Jun 29, 2008 by Cassie

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Wacom Bamboo 5.8" x 3.7" USB Tablet with Cordless Pen - Black Review

The Tablet

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Good Control
  • Increased Productivity
  • Lightweight
  • Needs no batteries
  • Setup is a breeze
  • More »

    Cons

  • Awkward writing angle

    Best Uses

  • Graphic Artists
  • Home Office
  • Travel
 

"Use this primarily in Photoshop but comes in handy in other software programs where fine cursor action is needed. I am not working on a surface area so I needed a portable tablet.



Pros: Works as intended. Setup is a breeze. It works, works, works. It looks sleek and well made. Needs no batteries …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Sep 10 2009
The Man
Brooklyn NY
I am:
  • Professional
Reviewed at:
Price: $68.95
 
 

Wacom Bamboo 5.8" x 3.7" USB Tablet with Cordless Pen - Black Review

Most Awesome Little Tablet

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Good Control
  • Increased Productivity
  • Lightweight
  • Natural Feel

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Graphic Artists
  • Home Office
 

"I am new to design and illustration,so getting the tablet was something I was very interested in. I was elated when I saw my box waiting for me when I got home. The Bamboo Tablet was easy to set up and the video tutorials to get you acclimated were invaluable. I love the ease of the pen and the pres …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Sep 27 2009
Solace
Philadelphia
I am:
  • Novice
Reviewed at:
Price: $68.95
 
 

Wacom Bamboo 5.8" x 3.7" USB Tablet with Cordless Pen - Black Review

Possibly more style than substance

★★☆☆☆
2.0

    Pros

  • Easy installation
  • Lightweight
  • Low profile
  • Natural Feel
  • Portable
  • More »

    Cons

  • Buttons and click pad
  • Compatibility issues

    Best Uses

  • Home Office
 

"I am a professional photographer, and I've been a loyal Wacom product owner for 6 years. The Bamboo is my third tablet, purchased to replace a Graphire 4x6 that was unfortunately damaged in a move.



While the Bamboo is very sleek, low-profile, and pleasant to look at, I've been having a lot of pr …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Jun 29 2008
Cassie
Philadelphia, PA
I am:
  • Professional
 

[8 of 9 customers found this review helpful]

Wacom Bamboo 5.8" x 3.7" USB Tablet with Cordless Pen - Black Review

One Great Purchase

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Good Control
  • Increased Productivity
  • Natural Feel

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Home Office
 

"i had an older version which i had purchased about 2 yrs. ago; this is lightyears ahead. less wrist fatigue than the previous wacom notepad;it just flows. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Jun 18 2008
vino53
Ocean Springs, MS
I am:
  • Experienced
 

[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

Wacom Bamboo 5.8" x 3.7" USB Tablet with Cordless Pen - Black Review

Very good for starters.

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Good Control
  • Increased Productivity
  • Lightweight
  • Natural Feel

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Home Office
 

"I liked this product. Very easy to install, and i got around it very easily.



Has a lot of nice features + a nice custom software to use the pen as a normal pen on a notepad. :)



It totally worth the price! "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Aug 3 2008
Adrian S
Bridgeport, CT
I am:
  • Novice
 
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