Help me choose a mouse =)

[biliousfrog]

G5 is nice, bit strange that it doesn't seem to have a normal middle click but it does have a middle left-right click so I guess you get two for the price of one....also it has other buttons that can be assigned to functions (such as undo) that don't get in the way like most other mice.

[Tenchi]

G5 is a gamer's mouse

Logitech Ttrackman might be good for 3D apps like Maya. For Zbrush and Photoshop I suggest a Wacom tablet. I do not suggest the Wacom for anything like Maya, it might be just me, but I could not get used to it.

As it is I am in the same boat as you, my mouse is buggered, I've actually had to remove the top casing to click using the inside keys as the up/down cog bit needs constant fiddling about with to work!!!

I have a BOXX incoming in 2 weeks so I am personally thinking either a Logitech MX Revolution too and a space navigator, or a Logitech Trackman on its own, using for Maya. I will use my Wacom for Photoshop and Zbrush, a mouse for the former is fine I suppose, for the latter however is like sculpting with chopsticks.

[biliousfrog]

yeah G5 is a gamer's mouse...but it came with my Boxx so I guess it's also a "workstation" mouse too:rolleyes:

A mouse needs to be comfortable, the G5 is very comfy, glides well on a desk without a mouse mat and has several weights that help with the responsiveness. Also, as I mentioned it has configureable keys which I have set depending upon the application.

[xissburg]

Thanks for the replies so far. Sorry but they aren't so helpful though :P.

I think that my favorite right now is the MX Revolution but, I've been thinking about its battery life. These batteries usually die in some time, don't know how much time. Do you have any idea about that? If the battery dies I think its almost impossible to get a new one to replace...

Issues I was thinking about: it is wireless...the good:I don't like wires, the (possibly) bad: does it has any disadvantage over the wired ones(transmission problems, lags...)? I've seen in a review that its middle button is not cool, it has two functions or something like...depending on the pressure it executes one of them =/ but I NEED a middle button, a standard middle button...

[lots]

As far as the G5 goes, it does have a middle mouse button... ever pushed the wheel down? Granted it doesn't have as many buttons as my MX 1000 (which is probably the precursor to the Revolution), but I find I really only use the two thumb buttons, the mouse wheel (and its button) and the left and right buttons. It also does the side scrolling thing by tilting the wheel left or right.

I like the G5 :)

The thing about wireless mice is that they're generally heavier than wired ones. That's really my only beef with them..

[xissburg]

Thanks for the replies so far...

I was really interested in the MX Revolution but I'm giving up on it because it has only 800dpi and its not possible to change it...what a shit...its unbeliveable...and then they say that the MX is the most advanced mouse of the world...bullshit!

I'm going for a G9, or a G5 maybe...I'll take the one that is more comfortable for my hand. If you have any suggestions please throw it here! Thanks.

[Sephael]

Wasnt there a new version of G5 with more extra buttons, 7 in total, or so? I was hoping to buy it if it exists ;o

[Signal2Noise]

I use a G7 on one of my computers. It's great...3 levels of precision, cordless, and hot-swappable rechargeable batteries that actually last a while (a week or so).

On my CADD station I use a Trackman Marble. It takes some getting use to but the rollerball action using my thumb feels very natural when doing design work. It's not everyone's cup of tea tho'.

[xissburg]

The G7, hmm...I also find that one very cool indeed, but look at the Logitech's page, at the mice list, why is the G7 in the last position(at page 2)?! It seems it is...hmm...deprecated?!:sad: Don't know what happened to it. Is it just a kind of 'wireless G5'? Doesn't it has problems with its wireless system(no lags, etc...)? I love wireless things then it could be even better than the G9(although I don't need all those features of the G9, I'm not a gammer(just a little), I'm and artist). Any ideas?! Thanks.

[Szos]

First Rule of Input Devices:
Don't buy a mouse without trying it out for yourself first.

A mouse that is perfectly ergonomic for you, might be highly uncomfortable for someone else.

[xissburg]

yeah I agree, Szos. I'll test my mouse first.

I'm just posting now to say that the G7 is not a good option :P I've seen some G7 users saying the their batteries died(or got ill:)(holding full-charge for only 20 minutes for example)) in +-6 months, and this is a very bad thing...wireless mice is not a good choice due to that...I'll wait the batteries technology advance more and then I'll buy a wireless one=)...well, now, I'm almost sure about my choice: Logitech G9. I'll buy it this week and then I'll come back here to say what I think. Thanks for your help =) cya...

[lots]

Wasnt there a new version of G5 with more extra buttons, 7 in total, or so? I was hoping to buy it if it exists ;o
There are two G5s. One has that green/red kinda tint (the first version) and the other has a cracked patern in blue on it (the second version) I have the second version. It has two thumb buttons, two precision control buttons (increase or decrease mouse speed) the left and right button, a tilt wheel that also acts as a middle mouse button, and thats it.

[Signal2Noise]

yeah I agree, Szos. I'll test my mouse first.

I'm just posting now to say that the G7 is not a good option :P I've seen some G7 users saying the their batteries died(or got ill:)(holding full-charge for only 20 minutes for example)) in +-6 months, and this is a very bad thing...wireless mice is not a good choice due to that...I'll wait the batteries technology advance more and then I'll buy a wireless one=)...well, now, I'm almost sure about my choice: Logitech G9. I'll buy it this week and then I'll come back here to say what I think. Thanks for your help =) cya...


That would be "some" G7 users. ;) I've had mine for roughly 18 months and have had no problems with the batteries holding their charge for the advertised estimated times. But I do agree about wireless peripherals in general and when the needs arise a corded option is better and more reliable. Good luck with your purchase. :thumbsup:

[xissburg]

That would be "some" G7 users. ;) I've had mine for roughly 18 months and have had no problems with the batteries holding their charge for the advertised estimated times. But I do agree about wireless peripherals in general and when the needs arise a corded option is better and more reliable. Good luck with your purchase. :thumbsup:

From my experience, those kind of batteries are somewhat 'unpredictable'. Its a matter of luck :rolleyes:. And here in Brazil, from all the researches I've been doing these last days, it'll be VERY hard to find where to buy new batteries. The batteries are very cheap at the US Logitech's website, only $5, but I'm not at US :P then, no chance.

[teahtime]

Guys, just because a mouse has a very high DPI doesn't make it a gamers mouse (flashing lights do tehehe).

xissburg:
I deploy the G5 with Solidworks CAD workstations, with such a high dpi they a wide range of customisation options. but personally I use a razer as it's flatter. Although in my wacom carry case I have the logitech RX1000 which is 1000 dpi, and very nice. just like Szos said, get something that fits you and is comfortable.

[Tenchi]

Got my Logitech Trackman today! in one word it 'Rocks'!

Seriously, it sucks for Photoshop drawing, but I use my Wacom for that. I'm surprisingly quite fluid in Maya, I thought it might take me a bit to adjust, but it's quite nice. I was intending on using my Wacom with a Space Navigator(haven't bought this) for Maya, but I think I might have to rethink. So my advice, get a Trackman.

Also ergonomics, its forte, no wrist ache.

[anevsky]

I dont like Logtech's "highend" series mouse models (avoided saying mice hehe). They are shaped uncomfortably in my opinion. I recommend trying to use Razer models - either diamondback or copperhead. Also I really recommend a hard plastic mouseing surface. Several models out.

[xissburg]

I finally got my G9 today :) And after using if for a while I'm very satisfied. Here goes a simple review from an artist point of view:

We artists do need a lot of precision indeed, more than gamers. And the G9 has an impressive precision. Just set a high DPI and lower the sensitivity and you get a very smooth and precise cursor movement, the cursor REALLY follows up every minimal move you do, exactly the way you do, works the way artists want.

The ability to change the DPI on the fly is also very useful when you want to slow down the cursor movement to do small/delicate moves. I also love the profiling system where you can store 5 different configurations and use the one you want at anytime. It can be useful when you like to use different mouse settings in different softwares, but you're limited to 5 only.

It fits comfortably in my hand(I don't know if there's something better). The middle button is somewhat hard to push, but I think we get used to it with time...I also found it a bit heavy, but its also a thing we get use to with time(perhaps I find it heavy because my previous mouse was a bit less heavy).

Pros: very high precision, very customizable, comfy(depends on user), able to change DPI on the fly.

Cons:middle button is somewhat hard to push( I think so because my previous mouse had a easy to push middle button).

Conclusion: If you're looking for precision and customizing, this mouse is a nice option, you can be sure. I just cant guarantee that you'll feel comfortable with the G9, comfort is very user dependent, you'll only be able to tell if its comfortable after using it.

That's all, thanks for your help! :D

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