Best mouse or device for photo editing: Hi, I'm new to photo editing and was hoping to getting some feedback on what everyone is using. Right now I'm using the standard mouse that came...

Mr.Ft Loc: Central New Jersey

Hi,
I'm new to photo editing and was hoping to getting some feedback on what everyone is using. Right now I'm using the standard mouse that came with my computer. It works OK but is not " steady" or accurate enough for the finer detail or control I'm looking for. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance
Tom

Ednsb Loc: Santa Barbara

Wacom tablet

gvarner Loc: Central Oregon Coast

You can adjust the mouse sensitivity settings for your preference. I have to slow mine down a bit. The Wacom Tablet is a highend device for dedicated users. It takes some practice getting used to it, at least that's what I've read. Otherwise, it probably is "the best". If you're that new to editing, you might want to tweak the mouse settings first and practice a lot before getting into a Wacom.

happy sailor Loc: Ontario, Canada

I got a Wacom tablet this past Christmas, takes no time at all to get used to it, the first huge plus is I now use my left hand on the tablet instead of my right hand on the mouse, I am left handed. My selection accuracy is much improved, I think it is great.

Watch a couple you tubes and set it up to your preference and away you go.

TheStarvingArtist

Wacom has professional tablets. I have the Cintique. You just can't go wrong with one of these.
https://wacom.com/en-us

A.J.R. Loc: Devon, UK

Mr.Ft wrote:

Hi,
I'm new to photo editing and was hoping to getting some feedback on what everyone is using. Right now I'm using the standard mouse that came with my computer. It works OK but is not " steady" or accurate enough for the finer detail or control I'm looking for. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance
Tom

Personally I would suggest a good quality mouse (Possibly a gaming mouse). I have tried a Wacom tablet but (unlike the comments above) found it very difficult to get any fine control of the cursor.

markngolf Loc: Bridgewater, NJ

Hi Tom,

I also use regular mouse and do quite a bit of PP. When I need fine detail I use "Ctrl+" to enlarge the view (Windows). I believer "CMD+" for Mac. I have slight Parkinson's in my right hand. I tried a Wacom, but it was not a viable solution for me.
Mark

Mr.Ft wrote:

Hi,
I'm new to photo editing and was hoping to getting some feedback on what everyone is using. Right now I'm using the standard mouse that came with my computer. It works OK but is not " steady" or accurate enough for the finer detail or control I'm looking for. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance
Tom

Mr.Ft Loc: Central New Jersey

Thanks for all the info, I think I'll first try a "good" mouse and enlarge the view. If I don't get the results I need it will be time to try the Wacom tablet.

Thanks for all the suggestions!!

Steve Perry Loc: Sylvania, Ohio

A Wacom tablet or Cintiq - have and have use both, great for details work. A higher end mouse is also nice to have - I jump from mouse to Cintiq all the time.

moonhawk Loc: Land of Enchantment

I use my finger on the "Magic Trackpad 2" I bought with my iMac.

david vt Loc: Vermont

It’s a bit like asking what car is best - depends on your unique needs and comfort level and budget of course. I have heard the tablets are great, but the OP said was just beginning so that may be apirational.

FWIW - I have a higher end Logitech trackball that I like very much. A the ball is quite large, gives fairly precise control and I like that when I take my fingers off, it tends to stay put better than a mouse. The final advantage for me is that it is a much smaller footprint on the desk. As I said, your mileage may vary...

Good luck

TheShoe Loc: Lacey, WA

With limited use of my hands, I use a Kensington Slimblade Tackball at home and a wireless Kensington Expert Mouse trackball when on the road. The bottom line is use whatever you are most comfortable with.

CPR Loc: Nature Coast of Florida

I have an older WACOM Tablet that does not have touch sensitivity like the newest ones. You can use the pen or a Wacom Mouse. I don't see the mouse in the newer ads for the Wacom tablet.The pen works really well for photo editing and is not hard to learn.

SusanFromVermont Loc: Southwest corner of Vermont

Mr.Ft wrote:

Hi,
I'm new to photo editing and was hoping to getting some feedback on what everyone is using. Right now I'm using the standard mouse that came with my computer. It works OK but is not " steady" or accurate enough for the finer detail or control I'm looking for. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance
Tom

Another vote for Wacom. I bought one over the Black Friday weekend and love it. Hardest part for me was finding the best way to set up the controls/buttons on both the pen and the tablet. It was not difficult to get used to it. I still have not used all its features, but gradually working my way through them.

There are different models, the one I have is the Wacom Intuos Pro Small. It is also the least expensive of the Pro models. Unless you are going to use it for drawing or graphic design, where you want a lot more space, the small one is more than enough for photo editing. In fact, I know of someone who maps his screen to a smaller size to reduce needed hand movements. The picture still shows at whatever size you want on your computer monitor.

DirtFarmer Loc: Escaped from the NYC area, back to MA

I use a trackball. Started using one probably 25 years ago. My desk was always so cluttered I had no room for a mouse so the trackball was the answer. My current Logitech trackball has a thumb-operated ball and it is capable of fairly fine motions. To get the fine motions I have to slow the mouse down a bit, which you can do in the computer settings.