Editing a photos with Wacom Intuos Pro tablet and Adobe Photoshop

Wacom pen tablets and displays – used by professional & amateur photographers alike

Wacom pen tablets and displays are an essential tool for any creative professional or hobbyist who wants to take their photo editing to the next level. With their natural pen feel and precision, a Wacom device could greatly enhance the quality and efficiency of your work.

Wacom Intuos Pro tablet and photo editing

Seamless integration with your current workflow

Wacom products are compatible with Mac or PC and virtually all photo editing applications, including Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. Adding Wacom to your workflow makes editing simpler, easier, and more intuitive than using a mouse or finger could ever be.

Why should you use a tablet for editing your photos?


Wacom offers several tablet options that are suitable for photographers, but the best one for you will depend on your specific needs, budget, and preferences. Be sure to consider factors like display size and quality, pen sensitivity and precision, and customizability when making your decision.
Precision and Control with Wacom Intuos Pro
Precision and control: A Wacom tablet gives you precise control that a mouse or trackpad simply can’t match. With a Wacom stylus, you can make precise movements and adjustments to your images, which can be especially useful when working on small details, retouching, or making selections.
Wacom photo editing tablet pressure sensitivity
Pressure sensitivity: Wacom tablets are pressure-sensitive, which means when you press down harder with the stylus, the power or intensity of whatever tool you’re using increases. This is very useful when working with tools like brushes, where you want to create different levels of opacity or texture. Take dodging and burning – instead of having to adjust the strength of the tool each time, you can just press harder or softer to apply more or less of the effect you want, which speeds up your workflow and gives you more refined control.
Wacom photo editing tablet ergonomics
Ergonomics: Using a Wacom tablet can be more comfortable and ergonomic than using a mouse or trackpad for extended editing sessions. With a Wacom, you can rest your hand on the surface and use natural, fluid movements when retouching your images.
Wacom photo editing tablet editing efficiency
Efficiency: Many photo-editing software applications have specific features and shortcuts that are designed to work with a Wacom tablet, allowing you to work more efficiently and quickly than you would be able to with a mouse or trackpad.
Wacom One pen display digital photo editing

Which is the best Wacom tablet for photo editing?

Wacom offers several devices that are perfect for photographers, but the best one for you will depend on your specific needs, preferences, and workflow. Consider all of these options:

  • Your budget
  • Pen tablet vs. Pen display
  • The size of the device’s active area or display
  • The level of pen sensitivity and precision
  • ExpressKey options for added workflow customization

Below, we’ve broken down the best options for you depending on whether you’re a beginner, a pro, or somewhere in between.

Photo editing tablets for beginners, hobbyists, & students

Wacom Intuos photo editing tablets

The Wacom Intuos creative pen tablet offers a better way to edit photos compared to using a mouse, trackpad, or finger – and comes in at a much more affordable price than our professional line. Using a Wacom pen tablet with our pressure-sensitive, ergonomic, battery-free stylus means you can: 

 

    • Make detailed adjustments to your photos, such as retouching blemishes or making fine adjustments to exposure or color balance
    • Experience much greater control when using brush tools, masking out sections of images, or adding illustration elements
    • Create smoother and more natural-looking edits than any built-in social media app or auto-applied setting ever could

Wacom Cintiq photo editing displays

The Wacom Cintiq, in either our 16 or 22 inch display sizes, are high-quality pen displays excellent for photo editing because they allow you to work directly with your photos on the screen. This makes the editing process more intuitive and natural:  
    • Make extremely fine adjustments to color, contrast, and exposure in real time on the display itself
    • Use brush tools to expertly retouch blemishes and other imperfections with customizable pressure sensitive effects
    • Achieve extremely precise masking and layering effects by zooming in and drawing with the stylus directly on photos

Join the Wacom newsletter today and enjoy exclusive perks and a discount on your first purchase.

Sign up for the Wacom newsletter to stay updated on the latest creative inspiration, tips, tricks, and tutorials, and be one of the first to hear about upcoming sales and promotions. And when you join, you’ll receive 5% off the purchase of a display or 10% off the purchase of a tablet on the Wacom eStore. Restrictions apply.*

 

*US Only. Not valid on Cintiq Pro 17/22/27, Cintiq Pro 17/22/27 stand, Wacom One (2023) pen displays and tablets, or on-sale items.

For professional photographers & high-end enthusiasts

Wacom Intuos Pro photo editing tablets

The Wacom Intuos Pro has been a popular choice among professional photographers for decades. Here’s why:  
    • Comes with the ergonomic, extremely precise Wacom Pro Pen 2, with 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity, tilt and pressure support, and customizable shortcut buttons
    • Rugged build quality so you can bring it with you on location
    • Built-In ExpressKeys and a Touch Ring for endless workflow customization
    • Bluetooth wireless connectivity
    • Three different sizes, so you can choose the one that best fits your workspace

Wacom Cintiq Pro photo editing displays

The Wacom Cintiq Pro is a creative pen display that lets you edit directly on the screen, making extremely precise, intricate enhancements possible like never before, and built-in Expresskeys or an included ExpressKey remote mean you can endlessly customize your own workflow. There’s a Cintiq Pro for every photographer:  
    • The small-but-mighty Cintiq Pro 16 has a brilliant textured glass screen for an intuitive pen-on-screen experience, in a size that facilitates powerful editing even while traveling or on location
    • Cintiq Pro 24 and 24 Touch are large enough for multiple windows for references, as well as working with massive RAW and/or HDR files on the 4K display
    • The all-new Wacom Cintiq Pro 27 features unparalleled color accuracy, completely redesigned ExpressKeys, and the brand-new Pro Pen 3 for our best pen display experience ever
Wacom Photography 2023

The latest in photography with Wacom

Looking for photo editing tips, tricks, tutorials, or creative inspiration? Here’s the latest from the Wacom Community.

Discover seamless post-processing: Wacom and Capture One’s dynamic collaboration

Discover seamless post-processing: Wacom and Capture One’s dynamic collaboration

The better way to do a double exposure effect in Adobe Photoshop, with Colin Smith

The better way to do a double exposure effect in Adobe Photoshop, with Colin Smith

How to combine two photographs in Adobe Photoshop, with Colin Smith

How to combine two photographs in Adobe Photoshop, with Colin Smith

Connect with Wacom on social media

Let’s start the week with a creativity challenge 💡✍️

You have 5 minutes to draw something nature related 🍃

Time is ticking ⏰ Grab your Wacom One and see where it takes you!

#WacomOne #CreativeJourney #DrawingChallenge
262 3
Unbox your talent with your Wacom One 📦

Discover your passion and start your creative journey 💫

See where our display can take you in the link in bio!

#WacomOne #CreativeJourney
436 9
💡 Layers Hack: Customize your layer palette in @clipstudioofficial 

If you are more of a color person this tip may help you! Organize your layers in a funnier way. Did you know this tip? 👇

#Digitalarttips #creativeinspiration
313 7
💡New creative challenge unlocked: Let’s make an artwork together!

Only one rule: Draw something and pass the display to another person ✍️

Let’s see where the teamwork takes us 😉 Discover all about the Wacom One in our bio!

#MadewithWacom #CreativeChallenge #WacomOne
327 5
Today’s creativity challenge is… DRAWING STRANGERS IN THE PARK ✍️

Let us know in the comments where do you usually go to find inspiration or practice your drawing 👇

#CreativeChallenge #DrawingStrangers
383 27
Creative challenge💡

Take a walk and see where creativity takes you 👀

Share your city doodling with the hashtag #MadewithWacom so we can feature you! ❤️

By illustrator @adansilvart with a #WacomOne 13” touch 💫

#Doodling #Creativeinspiration
668 47
@parasolisland stands out in the creative industry for producing visually stunning and high-quality content. Achieving unparalleled quality and operational efficiency in their wide-ranging projects is their top priority. 🌟

Learn how the Cintiq Pro family enhances the workflows of creatives like @philippestalla (animation director), ‌Harry Fast (lead animator), Sebastian Krätzer (video editor), and @julioklenker (motion graphics expert).

The Cintiq Pro color accuracy feature is vital for their editing tasks, and the 4k display’s accuracy, combined with the convenience of a unified device, significantly boosts productivity at every creative level. ✨

Choose the best tool for your team! Link in bio.

#WacomCintiqPro #CintiqPro17 #CintiqPro22 #CintiqPro27
205 4
Ever wondered how Creative Director & Concept artist @darekzabrocki achieves his stunning visuals? 💥

With his extensive background working on significant film and game industry projects for clients like Disney, Netflix, Sony, and EA, Darek’s insights are truly invaluable. Some of the franchises he’s contributed to include Planet of the Apes, Love Death + Robots, Assassin’s Creed, Call of Duty, Sonic, and many more.
In this exclusive interview, we deep dive into his journey using Wacom products for over 17 years. Find out how these tools have been an integral part of his workflow, boosting speed, precision, and creative freedom. ✍🏻

Get ready to be inspired with this enlightening conversation! Watch the full interview and unlock a world of artistic inspiration. 🚀

#ConceptArt #CreativeJourney #Wacom
457 11
Sometimes you just need to let the sketch rest for a while ✍️

Challenge: Try to update one of your first sketches and let’s see what happens 😉

Share the final result with the hashtag #MadewithWacom so we can see your MAGIC 💫

Created by illustrator @adansilvart using the New #WacomOne 13” touch 🌀

#Sketching #CreativeInspiration
537 19