Not to be confused with its upcoming tablet, Cintiq has released details for the Cintiq 13HD due to be available in late April for $999.
Among the many intriguing specs for the device is the inclusion of a new "Pro Pen" with 2048 levels of pressure sensitivity and tilt recognition.
Can't wait to give this bad boy a test run. For more details, check out the Cintiq website. See the full press release below.
PRESS RELEASE
Wacom's Cintiq Line Draws Attention with its Slim, New 13-inch Interactive Pen Display
The Cintiq 13HD offers creative professionals a compact interactive pen display with high quality HD resolution and improved pen feel for a digital experience consistent with Wacom's family of Cintiqs
Vancouver, Wash. - Mar. 19, 2013 - Wacom® today announces the Cintiq®
13HD, a new addition to its lineup of Cintiq interactive pen displays
aimed at creative professionals working in areas such as design, art and
image editing. Wacom's newest pen display combines a 13-inch HD screen,
an adjustable stand and an improved Pro Pen for a digital workflow that
feels just like drawing or painting with traditional media. Offering a
natural experience, the Cintiq 13HD is easily integrated into any
environment, making it an ideal tool to support creativity and enhance
productivity.
Key to the Cintiq 13HD is its compact, slim design and easy setup with both Mac and PC.computers. For complete comfort, whether positioning it on your desk or in your lap, the Cintiq 13HD's stand is optimized for use in a choice of four settings – flat, 22°, 35° and 50°.
HD Quality Screen
Perfect for professional artists, graphics designers and
photographers, the Cintiq 13HD 's best-in-class screen displays 16.7
million colors to ensure crisp color quality. In addition, the
wide-format HD LED display's 178° viewing angle and 1920x1080 resolution
are particularly beneficial to those working with intricate graphics or
images.
The Full Cintiq Experience
As with all Wacom
interactive pen displays, the Cintiq 13HD enables users to create
directly on screen for a seamless process that feels natural and speeds
production. Offering 2048 levels of pressure sensitivity as well as tilt
recognition, the new and improved cordless and battery-free Pro Pen
delivers superior comfort, precision and control.
To further improve workflow and productivity, frequently used shortcut commands are available at the user's fingertips through the Cintiq 13HD's four customizable and application-specific ExpressKeys™ and Rocker Ring. Making use of these shortcuts can save valuable time by minimizing dependency on the keyboard.
With the proven Cintiq 22HD, Cintiq 24HD and Cintiq 24HD touch already in service, Wacom's Cintiq 13HD is a valuable addition to its pen display portfolio, which increasingly supports a variety of workflow requirements and budgets.
Pricing and Availability
The new Cintiq 13HD is priced at $999.95 (USD) and is scheduled to be available in early April at Wacom's eStore and other select retailers.
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