This is the exact video I was looking for. I just got my iPad mini 5 for sketching thanks to your videos. Thanks for the update! I’m glad it continues to outperform others as your main sketching tablet. It makes me look forward to using mine more often. :)
Ahhh! I'm so glad to hear that and so glad I could help! Please let me know what you think of the mini! For me its the perfect digital sketchbook and a little extra haha I will try to put videos out on the apps I use but procreate is still great for just getting a sketch down when you have an idea!
Hello and thank you for the comment! Yes you can! Procreate and clip studio paint both have animation functions and there are other animation apps available!
I really appreciate this review, I'm considering an iPad Mini because my Surface Pro 6 is just too bulky to be portable. I'm concerned about giving up access to Windows on the go, and I'm worried that the Mini might not give a smooth enough experience with larger files in Clip Studio Paint. I tried a Surface Go and it really lagged when rotating the canvas. Have you ever noticed any slowdown when scaling and rotating in CSP on the Mini?
Hello and thank you for the comment, right up my alley haha the mini is extremely portable and has great battery life so I always take it with me in case I feel like drawing! The experience with clipstudio is not at all frustrating, it might be hard to believe but my typical a4 350dpi canvas with 60+ layers runs smoothly even when pinch zooming and rotating the canvas. There isn't really anything that isn't smooth but some functions like resizing and transforming may take a little bit of time. As far as windows the iPad definitely can't replicate that but the files system and other features of iPadOS have made the mini really useful for me! Let me know if you have any other questions but as far as what you have told me the mini seems like it will suit your needs!
@@tsukepen That's really great to hear, thanks so much! I think I'm going to have to give it a try, I'll let you know how I get on. Your videos are so helpful, and I really love the polish and the inventive direction you use, it makes them a lot of fun to watch!
Aww thank you so much for the wonderful comment and support it really means a lot. I'm always trying to come up with something interesting for everyone to watch and to improve myself. Sometimes it's difficult to come up with the concept of find time for editing but having people comment like you have really makes it worth it! Please let me know if you get the mini 5 and if you have any questions while using it! If you use clipstudio I have a video on a controller accessory that you can program about 8-10 functions which really makes the mini a power house on the go! Unfortunately with procreate and other apps that don't let you rebind keystrokes it doesn't work... Either way I'm sure you'll get a lot done with the mini!
Thank you so so much for the wonderful comment I sincerely appreciate it! I'm glad you enjoyed the review and i try my best to be thorough especially with something I am passionate about! I would love for you to share it with those tech reviewers! haha
omg THANK YOU been looking everywhere how to do art smoothly on the go! I may dislike ipad, but ipad mini sounds quite good for just sketching on the go
Hello! Thank you so much for the comment! I really love drawing on the go and have new reviews coming including the surface go 2 which might be more interesting to you! So please stay tuned for new videos! Thank you~
This video and your general video on the iPad mini 5 solidify on why I want it. I currently have an iPad 9.7” pro which I like to properly sit down for and use for bigger things, but it feels too big when I just sit on the couch and want to draw a little here and there. I’m only a beginner artist and got my iPad way back when I was still a student, but I draw regularly and feel the mini would fill the digital drawing gap that I am currently noticing. Great video and I just subscribed. Oh and your voice is very nice and calming to listen to which is an extra plus!
Thank you so much for the lovely comment! I really appreciate hearing from another 9.7 inch pro user, I still use mine for a lot of work and love it! The mini 5 though is all the 9.7 offers in a super small footprint that can be taken all the time! It is far more inviting and often I found myself drawing for hours at a coffee shop when I meant to be quick haha if you can find a discounted mini 5 it's a great device, I recommend the higher storage option but also there have been rumors of a mini 6. Not too sure what to make of them because the mini isn't as popular as the other iPads but it may be worth waiting until September or a sale! Either way I really appreciate the comment and when I can I will be back with more videos like this! Thank you.
tsukepen thank you for the reply, I really appreciate it. :) I’ve also seen the rumours about the mini 6 so might hold off for a little while longer, although I am rather impatient and might pull the trigger on the mini 5 before that 😂 My 9.7 still works like it did on day one so I haven’t felt the need to upgrade, also so far I haven’t been the biggest fan of the newer pro designs. For me the mini 6 might be interesting but some rumours say it might have a 9” screen edge to edge like the current pros which would make it feel a lot less like a mini tbh
Yeah my pro 9.7 still runs great even with clip studio paint and other demanding programs. For 2d design and drawing I don't think the highest specs are really necessary. If you find a good deal, already have an apple pencil 1 and different lightning accessories it's not a bad thing to get the mini 5. I'm watching the news for the mini 6 but who knows at this point haha I'll definitely get it to review though!
@@tsukepen funny you say that, I found a refurb on the apple website for a really good price with the 256gb and jumped haha, I looked a bit more at the rumors for the mini 6 and honestly it didn't appeal to me, I actually prefer the bezels over a bezelless mini I might one day get one of the larger sizes if I feel the need for it as I do find the 11" quite appealing, but I think my old 9.7 still has a few more years ahead and the mini will definitely last at least the next 4-5 years too
Thats great to hear! I got the 256gb because I also want to use the mini 5 as long as i can. I agree, one day I'd love to try a large sized pro for at home but for now im pretty happy with the mini 5 and 9.7in pro! the bezels dont really bother me but i would love usb c for charging and other connectivity haha
looking forward to your ipad mini 6 review.. just bought it online but ready to return it for ipad 9 in case the size is a drawback for me as a first-time ipad user. I've always had small < A5 sketchbooks though. Thanks for your enlightening reviews and subscribed.
Thank you very much! I appreciate the wonderful comment. I am also someone who has used smaller sketchbooks for planning and practice! I do typically recommend the mid sized iPads for most people as their only iPad or drawing device, they are s great balance of portability and performance but now with the larger mini 6 screen were getting closer to the 9.7 inch pro i used for so long. I'm sure regardless of what device you end up with you'll have a great drawing experience!
This was really helpful, cheers a bunch! I've been looking for a digital sketchbook to get me through the commute, so this was exactly what I was looking for.
Ahh! im so glad i could help~~ you are very welcome let me know if you have any other questions about the mini! I have used it plenty of times on trains and planes and cars with great success especially when it comes to planning and sketching. Thanks for the lovely comment!
Its hard to look for actual reviews on the ipad mini (especially from an artists pov.. since most of them just use it once and then give a review w/o actually giving it a feel) thanks for the video
Hello and thank you very much for the wonderful comment! I was someone who got tired of long drawn out reviews that often were shallow on actual in the field experience and wanted to try to provide information I was looking for in my videos! It is difficult to balance work and these reviews but I'm glad they are being appreciated little by little! Thank you so much for the support!
Thank you so much for the lovely comment! Always happy to hear from other mini 5 fans it is the device I use the most hands down and I will try to get more videos out soon! Thank you!
If it's an option both of them provide some different strengths, but I feel the majority of the people who will only need one iPad should go with the middle size. It is not much larger than the mini and provided more room to work with and is versatile. For those that ultimately only want a sketchbook the mini could be a good single option if you say have a cintiq at home. Thank you for the comment!
Thank you so much! In general I suggest the mid sized iPads because they provide a good balance between comfort, size and performance. If you already own a drawing tablet and want the most portable solution the mini is great but otherwise my 9.7 inch pro was just as useful before the mini 5!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it as these videos do take quite some time to make. I've begun to think a lot about the passing and audio lately and I'll see what I can do!
@@tsukepen i think thats subjective because i dont see anything wrong with the speed of your speech. in fact i prefer a well thought out, concise script like you have here and its delivered in a timely and completely understandable manner. no BS, straight to the point with clean shots and even cleaner editing. will also be picking up an ipad mostly because of this video, hopefully the one doesnt release in 2 months...
Aww thank you so much 😭🙏 the thing that would make the 7th gen better would definitely be more screen room to have multiple apps running for multitasking! But I use goodnotes on the mini 5 and like it quite a bit! Hope that helps! Let me know if you need anything else
I have some questions if you'd like to answer them. I notice you only use a smart cover (front facing protection) and you don't use a screen protector. Are you not afraid of wear and tear? What does your ipad mini 5 look like now after frequent use? Any scratches? I wonder how many GB did you buy on your ipad mini 5? Was it the 64 gb or 256 gb? Was the one you got just enough memory? Do you use your ipad mini 5 for anything other than drawing?
Hello and thank you for the question! I do not use a screen protector and there are some scratches but nothing major considering I frequently use it and put it in small pockets and bags. I bought the 256 gig because 64 is pretty small for drawing especially when since I want to record video of my drawing process. I feel that with 64gigs you would have to frequently clean off the old files but it is not impossible if you are on a budget otherwise I would highly recommend the larger storage option. Apples cover also makes for a nice drawing angle, one aspect I feel the surface does much better for drawing! I do watch videos and read comics, sometimes edit a small video with lumafusion. In general I have been very impressed with the performance ever since I got it! Occasionally on large drawing files there is slowdown but for most uses it's great!
Hey, tsukepen! So, I really want to get into digital art. I draw a lot traditionally on my A5 sketch book and I want to finally try drawing on an iPad and I'm thorn between the iPad Mini 5 and the iPad Air 3. For what I care about, both are essentially the same except for the size and the price (which are horrible here in Portugal). So my question is, which one would you recommend for someone who is just now starting to draw traditionally? PS: Amazing video, thank you!
Thank you so much for the comment! My general recommendation for those that don't own an iPad is to go with the mid sized option. It gives you more room to work and learn with digital art and it of course is a great device for watching videos and surfing the web etc. The size and weight are not so different when you have a regular sized backpack. The mini is great if you want to make sure you have something to take with you everywhere, but I think the medium size strikes a great balance between functionality and portability! As far as price goes its tough to say but if Apple offers refurbished products in Portugal then that may be a good option! Also either way I would go with more than the base storage, iPadOS gets bigger and 64 gigs is barley enough to hold drawings some apps and the OS.... I hope that helps! Let me know if you have any other questions!
I’m going to upgrade soon from mini 4 not sure whether to get iPad Air 3 or mini 5 but leaning towards mini 5 so I don’t have to buy too many new cases
Thank you for the comment! I believe the mini 4 and 5 have the same demantions but you should Double-check check the sizes to make sure! I had some accessories for the mini 2 like the smart cover and they did not work with the mini 5. Either way the specs are similar enough so if you are going for the most size to performance the mini 5 is definitely the way to go!
Thank you very much! I did a full video on this controller ruclips.net/video/kMunyXC6_Eo/видео.html the version I have is from Utopia 360 vr but it seems like there are many manufacturers that make the same if not very similar controllers. What is important is to find one that works with iOS! Hope that helps let me know if you have any other questions!
Haha yes the m3 is one of my favorite cameras! And im glad i could help! The mini 5 is the best digital sketchbook ive ever used. If you have any questions please feel free to ask!
@@tsukepen yeah. I'am actually an architect and looking for a digital tool for creating draft drawings and sketches, while having an opportunity to continue developing created sketches on a full blown computer. And having a bigger iPad is somehow a bother, cause all this other stuff I have while going around. The size of a mini is almost perfect, but I have some doubts about it screen size. Does it suffice? I mean sometimes going in detail, writing notes from time to time (even big phones are to small for me as notetaking device with their digital keyboards).
Thank you so much for the comment! Glad to hear there are so many use cases for these kinds of technology! The mini definitely doesn't add any weight to a bag and can do most if not all of what the bigger ipads can do. As for the size, I suppose it depends on the app. What do you tend to use? I will occasionally write notes in my drawing apps by zooming in a bit to make sure its legible, when I open the files on my desktop they are easy to read. If you're taking small notes or measurements it should be fine! I also use a plastic ruler on the mini for drawing lines or frames for comics and can see the mini handling some basic 3D models if you use those! Your best bet, if you can, would be to go see the mini in person and get a feel for the size. The medium sized air and pro dont make much of a difference when theyre in a bag but if you like to take notes or draft while standing the mini feels really good for stuff like that. If you have any other questions or want know something more specific please feel free to comment any time! Thank you! (also just reread your comment. As for note taking with the on screen keyboard it is passable when you need it. It depends on the app but in iPadOS the floating keybaord works pretty well in conjunction with the pencil! I use an app called goodnotes and it is good for drawing basic figures and taking notes in the same app)
I’m starting to get into drawing and want to go with digital. I also need an iPad for some school stuff. Is this a good first drawing iPad to go with? Or should I consider the iPad 2019 or the air 3? I loved this video, but I wasn’t sure if it was also meant for me, a beginner 😅
Hello and thank you for the comment! If you need an iPad for more than just drawing i think its a good place to start your digital drawing journey! In some ways it is similar to drawing on paper but the feeling of the plastic pencil on glass may feel strange at first, but other than that i think its very intuitive to use apps like procreate to start with. I think as a student you would benefit from the larger screen of a medium sized ipad. The mini is great as a sketchbook and it is very powerful but since the screen is smaller you cant really multitask and it may be difficult to get used to drawing with it. The medium sized iPads are still very portable and light weight. If you are taking any kind of backpack with you the difference between the mini and medium sized iPads is not noticeable. In general for your situation I think the 2019 or air 3 would work great! I'd also recommend getting more than 64gigs of storage to keep both school work and drawings! Hope that helps~ let me know if you have any other questions!
tsukepen I love this quick reply, thanks so much! So all I’m doing for school is mostly sending emails. I have my MacBook Air 2015, that is still working like a beast, for the serious stuff. I’m just on the fence about the fact that the iPad 2019 doesn’t have a laminated screen, is this gonna be noticeable/ annoying while drawing? Also, I think this would be a great place to start, to have a mini device to the side where I can draw email in a more free way. To conclude I am a beginner after all and I just wanna make sure I make the right decision in getting the right iPad for my first digital art :). Im sorry for the long message, I appreciate you taking the time to answer me.
No problem! If you don't need something like multiple apps running for school the benefit of the mini is definitely the ability to take it anywhere so you can always practice. The only thing I would be concerned is if it were too small to learn on. The UI of apps would be smaller and if youre more used to drawing on 8 1/2 by 11 paper then the medium iPad is going to feel similar. I don't know about the display of the 2019 iPad, I haven't used it for drawing but the pencil should be very accurate. If you have an opportunity to go to a store to try them out it should really help you get an idea of what the differences are between the models! The 10.5 inch pro refurbished or used is also a pretty good option! It has a lot of the good features pro motion etc and a larger screen in the same size body!
@@tommie4140 It is not the best. If you do half and half there isn't much room to do anything on either side. If you do 1/3 to 2/3 you could maybe read an article while taking notes with the pencil(would not recommend on screen keyboard). Or maybe if you want to do fan art and the character sheet on a small window it may work in a pinch. I would recommend using one app and "multitasking" with your phone! Hope that helps~
Hello! Thank you for the question. It really depends on what you want to do with it, and if you already have a drawing device at home. If you have a tablet already then the mini is a great sketchbook to take everywhere, which still offers enough power to make full art pieces. If you currently dont have any digital drawing solutions the middle sized ipads are a great balance between portability and performance! If you give me more details I might be able to help you further, thank you!
I believe the 9.7 inch pro that I have is one with a laminated display. I have only used the 9.7 inch pro and the mini 5 so I can't really say if the non laminated display affects my drawing. Apples integration of the pencil is very well done and I can only imagine it is better than windows tablets that do have a lot of parallax, especially around the edges of the display. But if the non laminated ipads did have parallax issues there probably wouldnt be any software solutions to improve the parallax. I do get a lot of questions about this and when apple stores re-open i will go test it out to be able to talk about it further... Sorry if I couldnt help!
Hello and thank you for the question! I have not had extensive time with a non laminated screen iPad so it's difficult for me to answer that. As far as performance for those devices they should be comparable. I would say focus on the size. If you need ultra portability and especially if you have a larger drawing tablet at home for bigger work then the mini 5 makes a great companion device. The middle sized iPads are a great place to start if you don't have any other tablets and are looking for an all around great device! I hope that helps if you have any other questions please feel free to ask
No problem at all! Any time! They should both work great for 2D design apps and I do like the mini quite a bit but it can feel a little restrictive depending on what you like to work on.
@@tsukepen i usually work on paper. This is my first time trying digital art on a device bigger than my phone which is an iphone 8 plus. Im thinking that it won't be a big deal if i work on the mini but im confused asl
I see. Generally I recommend the middle sized iPads because they are a great balance between size, portability and performance. It gives you a canvas closer to 8.5x11 paper and room to multitask and watch videos etc. The mini is also excellent as a portable sketchbook that can produce serious work if you don't mind the smaller screen. In the end you have to think about the primary way in which you want to use the decide but both will provide a great drawing experience!
Hey thanks for the comment! I got the 256 because I plan to use the mini for a long time and wanted the storage for screen recordings of drawings as well as my music and movies collection
Thank you for the comment! For sketching I really like procreate which is a one time $9.99 purchase but medibang paint is free and really nice! Hope that helps if you have any other questions feel free to ask!
Yes! Definitely enough for a lot of sketches! I got the 256 to store more drawings music videos and more because I always take it with me it's nice to have entertainment too haha
My advice is to get the 256gb model. It is a shame that apple still offers the 64gb option, after a few iPadOS updates several apps and drawings you may be forced to delete some art work to make new ones. The 256gb option is much more comfortable and it would have been nice to see even more storage on the mini 6. It is not impossible to use the 64gb model if you only intend to use the ipad for drawing and have solutions for backing up the artwork you will eventually have to delete for more room.
I don't use side car much. The only Mac drawing app I use is clipstudio and it's available natively on iPad. When I need to connect to a computer to use the iPad as a drawing tablet I use Easycanvas. I made a video about it here ruclips.net/video/KUaTVF99A1U/видео.html
This is the exact video I was looking for. I just got my iPad mini 5 for sketching thanks to your videos. Thanks for the update! I’m glad it continues to outperform others as your main sketching tablet. It makes me look forward to using mine more often. :)
Ahhh! I'm so glad to hear that and so glad I could help! Please let me know what you think of the mini! For me its the perfect digital sketchbook and a little extra haha I will try to put videos out on the apps I use but procreate is still great for just getting a sketch down when you have an idea!
Hello and thank you for the comment! Yes you can! Procreate and clip studio paint both have animation functions and there are other animation apps available!
I really appreciate this review, I'm considering an iPad Mini because my Surface Pro 6 is just too bulky to be portable. I'm concerned about giving up access to Windows on the go, and I'm worried that the Mini might not give a smooth enough experience with larger files in Clip Studio Paint. I tried a Surface Go and it really lagged when rotating the canvas. Have you ever noticed any slowdown when scaling and rotating in CSP on the Mini?
Hello and thank you for the comment, right up my alley haha the mini is extremely portable and has great battery life so I always take it with me in case I feel like drawing! The experience with clipstudio is not at all frustrating, it might be hard to believe but my typical a4 350dpi canvas with 60+ layers runs smoothly even when pinch zooming and rotating the canvas. There isn't really anything that isn't smooth but some functions like resizing and transforming may take a little bit of time. As far as windows the iPad definitely can't replicate that but the files system and other features of iPadOS have made the mini really useful for me! Let me know if you have any other questions but as far as what you have told me the mini seems like it will suit your needs!
@@tsukepen That's really great to hear, thanks so much! I think I'm going to have to give it a try, I'll let you know how I get on. Your videos are so helpful, and I really love the polish and the inventive direction you use, it makes them a lot of fun to watch!
Aww thank you so much for the wonderful comment and support it really means a lot. I'm always trying to come up with something interesting for everyone to watch and to improve myself. Sometimes it's difficult to come up with the concept of find time for editing but having people comment like you have really makes it worth it! Please let me know if you get the mini 5 and if you have any questions while using it! If you use clipstudio I have a video on a controller accessory that you can program about 8-10 functions which really makes the mini a power house on the go! Unfortunately with procreate and other apps that don't let you rebind keystrokes it doesn't work... Either way I'm sure you'll get a lot done with the mini!
I have the mini 5 and surface pro 2013. Both run CSP fine.
I'd like to show this video to all the tech reviewers who can barely draw a line that don't recommend the mini for drawing.
Thank you so so much for the wonderful comment I sincerely appreciate it! I'm glad you enjoyed the review and i try my best to be thorough especially with something I am passionate about! I would love for you to share it with those tech reviewers! haha
omg THANK YOU been looking everywhere how to do art smoothly on the go! I may dislike ipad, but ipad mini sounds quite good for just sketching on the go
Hello! Thank you so much for the comment! I really love drawing on the go and have new reviews coming including the surface go 2 which might be more interesting to you! So please stay tuned for new videos! Thank you~
This video and your general video on the iPad mini 5 solidify on why I want it. I currently have an iPad 9.7” pro which I like to properly sit down for and use for bigger things, but it feels too big when I just sit on the couch and want to draw a little here and there. I’m only a beginner artist and got my iPad way back when I was still a student, but I draw regularly and feel the mini would fill the digital drawing gap that I am currently noticing. Great video and I just subscribed. Oh and your voice is very nice and calming to listen to which is an extra plus!
Thank you so much for the lovely comment! I really appreciate hearing from another 9.7 inch pro user, I still use mine for a lot of work and love it! The mini 5 though is all the 9.7 offers in a super small footprint that can be taken all the time! It is far more inviting and often I found myself drawing for hours at a coffee shop when I meant to be quick haha if you can find a discounted mini 5 it's a great device, I recommend the higher storage option but also there have been rumors of a mini 6. Not too sure what to make of them because the mini isn't as popular as the other iPads but it may be worth waiting until September or a sale! Either way I really appreciate the comment and when I can I will be back with more videos like this! Thank you.
tsukepen thank you for the reply, I really appreciate it. :) I’ve also seen the rumours about the mini 6 so might hold off for a little while longer, although I am rather impatient and might pull the trigger on the mini 5 before that 😂 My 9.7 still works like it did on day one so I haven’t felt the need to upgrade, also so far I haven’t been the biggest fan of the newer pro designs. For me the mini 6 might be interesting but some rumours say it might have a 9” screen edge to edge like the current pros which would make it feel a lot less like a mini tbh
Yeah my pro 9.7 still runs great even with clip studio paint and other demanding programs. For 2d design and drawing I don't think the highest specs are really necessary. If you find a good deal, already have an apple pencil 1 and different lightning accessories it's not a bad thing to get the mini 5. I'm watching the news for the mini 6 but who knows at this point haha I'll definitely get it to review though!
@@tsukepen funny you say that, I found a refurb on the apple website for a really good price with the 256gb and jumped haha, I looked a bit more at the rumors for the mini 6 and honestly it didn't appeal to me, I actually prefer the bezels over a bezelless mini
I might one day get one of the larger sizes if I feel the need for it as I do find the 11" quite appealing, but I think my old 9.7 still has a few more years ahead and the mini will definitely last at least the next 4-5 years too
Thats great to hear! I got the 256gb because I also want to use the mini 5 as long as i can. I agree, one day I'd love to try a large sized pro for at home but for now im pretty happy with the mini 5 and 9.7in pro! the bezels dont really bother me but i would love usb c for charging and other connectivity haha
looking forward to your ipad mini 6 review.. just bought it online but ready to return it for ipad 9 in case the size is a drawback for me as a first-time ipad user. I've always had small < A5 sketchbooks though. Thanks for your enlightening reviews and subscribed.
Thank you very much! I appreciate the wonderful comment. I am also someone who has used smaller sketchbooks for planning and practice! I do typically recommend the mid sized iPads for most people as their only iPad or drawing device, they are s great balance of portability and performance but now with the larger mini 6 screen were getting closer to the 9.7 inch pro i used for so long.
I'm sure regardless of what device you end up with you'll have a great drawing experience!
This was really helpful, cheers a bunch! I've been looking for a digital sketchbook to get me through the commute, so this was exactly what I was looking for.
Ahh! im so glad i could help~~ you are very welcome let me know if you have any other questions about the mini! I have used it plenty of times on trains and planes and cars with great success especially when it comes to planning and sketching. Thanks for the lovely comment!
Its hard to look for actual reviews on the ipad mini (especially from an artists pov.. since most of them just use it once and then give a review w/o actually giving it a feel) thanks for the video
Hello and thank you very much for the wonderful comment! I was someone who got tired of long drawn out reviews that often were shallow on actual in the field experience and wanted to try to provide information I was looking for in my videos! It is difficult to balance work and these reviews but I'm glad they are being appreciated little by little! Thank you so much for the support!
Thank you so much for validating all my thoughts about the mini 5. Subbed for more content.
Thank you so much for the lovely comment! Always happy to hear from other mini 5 fans it is the device I use the most hands down and I will try to get more videos out soon! Thank you!
you are crushing it man! keep up the good work:)
Thank you so much!! I always appreciate the support!
i recommend you all to buy both of the ipads one for workflow and ine for sketching if u have the money but if u dont buy the pro
If it's an option both of them provide some different strengths, but I feel the majority of the people who will only need one iPad should go with the middle size. It is not much larger than the mini and provided more room to work with and is versatile. For those that ultimately only want a sketchbook the mini could be a good single option if you say have a cintiq at home. Thank you for the comment!
I love your content so much
Thank you very much for the lovely comment! It means a lot to me it takes a lot to make these videos so I'm glad you enjoy them!
Wow! Btw would you suggest getting the ipad 8 over the mini for art pusposes?
Thank you so much! In general I suggest the mid sized iPads because they provide a good balance between comfort, size and performance. If you already own a drawing tablet and want the most portable solution the mini is great but otherwise my 9.7 inch pro was just as useful before the mini 5!
@@tsukepen thank you very much
I'll consider this before I buy
Keep making these videos! Your content is great quality. I would suggest slowing your speech down though.
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it as these videos do take quite some time to make. I've begun to think a lot about the passing and audio lately and I'll see what I can do!
@@tsukepen i think thats subjective because i dont see anything wrong with the speed of your speech. in fact i prefer a well thought out, concise script like you have here and its delivered in a timely and completely understandable manner. no BS, straight to the point with clean shots and even cleaner editing. will also be picking up an ipad mostly because of this video, hopefully the one doesnt release in 2 months...
Nice video! U deserved a million subscribers :)) is it good for note taking? Compared to ipad 7th gen
Aww thank you so much 😭🙏 the thing that would make the 7th gen better would definitely be more screen room to have multiple apps running for multitasking! But I use goodnotes on the mini 5 and like it quite a bit! Hope that helps! Let me know if you need anything else
I have some questions if you'd like to answer them.
I notice you only use a smart cover (front facing protection) and you don't use a screen protector. Are you not afraid of wear and tear? What does your ipad mini 5 look like now after frequent use? Any scratches?
I wonder how many GB did you buy on your ipad mini 5? Was it the 64 gb or 256 gb? Was the one you got just enough memory?
Do you use your ipad mini 5 for anything other than drawing?
Hello and thank you for the question! I do not use a screen protector and there are some scratches but nothing major considering I frequently use it and put it in small pockets and bags. I bought the 256 gig because 64 is pretty small for drawing especially when since I want to record video of my drawing process. I feel that with 64gigs you would have to frequently clean off the old files but it is not impossible if you are on a budget otherwise I would highly recommend the larger storage option. Apples cover also makes for a nice drawing angle, one aspect I feel the surface does much better for drawing! I do watch videos and read comics, sometimes edit a small video with lumafusion. In general I have been very impressed with the performance ever since I got it! Occasionally on large drawing files there is slowdown but for most uses it's great!
Hey, tsukepen! So, I really want to get into digital art. I draw a lot traditionally on my A5 sketch book and I want to finally try drawing on an iPad and I'm thorn between the iPad Mini 5 and the iPad Air 3. For what I care about, both are essentially the same except for the size and the price (which are horrible here in Portugal). So my question is, which one would you recommend for someone who is just now starting to draw traditionally?
PS: Amazing video, thank you!
Thank you so much for the comment! My general recommendation for those that don't own an iPad is to go with the mid sized option. It gives you more room to work and learn with digital art and it of course is a great device for watching videos and surfing the web etc. The size and weight are not so different when you have a regular sized backpack. The mini is great if you want to make sure you have something to take with you everywhere, but I think the medium size strikes a great balance between functionality and portability! As far as price goes its tough to say but if Apple offers refurbished products in Portugal then that may be a good option! Also either way I would go with more than the base storage, iPadOS gets bigger and 64 gigs is barley enough to hold drawings some apps and the OS.... I hope that helps! Let me know if you have any other questions!
@@tsukepen Thank you so much! This was very helpful and I'll keep those advices in mind. Have a great day and stay safe!
I’m going to upgrade soon from mini 4 not sure whether to get iPad Air 3 or mini 5 but leaning towards mini 5 so I don’t have to buy too many new cases
Thank you for the comment! I believe the mini 4 and 5 have the same demantions but you should Double-check check the sizes to make sure! I had some accessories for the mini 2 like the smart cover and they did not work with the mini 5. Either way the specs are similar enough so if you are going for the most size to performance the mini 5 is definitely the way to go!
What is that nunchuck bluetooth(?) device called? Great video btw!
Thank you very much! I did a full video on this controller ruclips.net/video/kMunyXC6_Eo/видео.html the version I have is from Utopia 360 vr but it seems like there are many manufacturers that make the same if not very similar controllers. What is important is to find one that works with iOS! Hope that helps let me know if you have any other questions!
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Leica. That's a man. Have been wondering on the topic myself
Thanks for the video
Haha yes the m3 is one of my favorite cameras! And im glad i could help! The mini 5 is the best digital sketchbook ive ever used. If you have any questions please feel free to ask!
@@tsukepen yeah. I'am actually an architect and looking for a digital tool for creating draft drawings and sketches, while having an opportunity to continue developing created sketches on a full blown computer. And having a bigger iPad is somehow a bother, cause all this other stuff I have while going around. The size of a mini is almost perfect, but I have some doubts about it screen size. Does it suffice? I mean sometimes going in detail, writing notes from time to time (even big phones are to small for me as notetaking device with their digital keyboards).
Thank you so much for the comment! Glad to hear there are so many use cases for these kinds of technology! The mini definitely doesn't add any weight to a bag and can do most if not all of what the bigger ipads can do. As for the size, I suppose it depends on the app. What do you tend to use? I will occasionally write notes in my drawing apps by zooming in a bit to make sure its legible, when I open the files on my desktop they are easy to read. If you're taking small notes or measurements it should be fine! I also use a plastic ruler on the mini for drawing lines or frames for comics and can see the mini handling some basic 3D models if you use those! Your best bet, if you can, would be to go see the mini in person and get a feel for the size. The medium sized air and pro dont make much of a difference when theyre in a bag but if you like to take notes or draft while standing the mini feels really good for stuff like that. If you have any other questions or want know something more specific please feel free to comment any time! Thank you!
(also just reread your comment. As for note taking with the on screen keyboard it is passable when you need it. It depends on the app but in iPadOS the floating keybaord works pretty well in conjunction with the pencil! I use an app called goodnotes and it is good for drawing basic figures and taking notes in the same app)
I’m starting to get into drawing and want to go with digital. I also need an iPad for some school stuff. Is this a good first drawing iPad to go with? Or should I consider the iPad 2019 or the air 3? I loved this video, but I wasn’t sure if it was also meant for me, a beginner 😅
Hello and thank you for the comment! If you need an iPad for more than just drawing i think its a good place to start your digital drawing journey! In some ways it is similar to drawing on paper but the feeling of the plastic pencil on glass may feel strange at first, but other than that i think its very intuitive to use apps like procreate to start with. I think as a student you would benefit from the larger screen of a medium sized ipad. The mini is great as a sketchbook and it is very powerful but since the screen is smaller you cant really multitask and it may be difficult to get used to drawing with it. The medium sized iPads are still very portable and light weight. If you are taking any kind of backpack with you the difference between the mini and medium sized iPads is not noticeable. In general for your situation I think the 2019 or air 3 would work great! I'd also recommend getting more than 64gigs of storage to keep both school work and drawings! Hope that helps~ let me know if you have any other questions!
tsukepen I love this quick reply, thanks so much! So all I’m doing for school is mostly sending emails. I have my MacBook Air 2015, that is still working like a beast, for the serious stuff. I’m just on the fence about the fact that the iPad 2019 doesn’t have a laminated screen, is this gonna be noticeable/ annoying while drawing? Also, I think this would be a great place to start, to have a mini device to the side where I can draw email in a more free way. To conclude I am a beginner after all and I just wanna make sure I make the right decision in getting the right iPad for my first digital art :). Im sorry for the long message, I appreciate you taking the time to answer me.
No problem! If you don't need something like multiple apps running for school the benefit of the mini is definitely the ability to take it anywhere so you can always practice. The only thing I would be concerned is if it were too small to learn on. The UI of apps would be smaller and if youre more used to drawing on 8 1/2 by 11 paper then the medium iPad is going to feel similar. I don't know about the display of the 2019 iPad, I haven't used it for drawing but the pencil should be very accurate. If you have an opportunity to go to a store to try them out it should really help you get an idea of what the differences are between the models! The 10.5 inch pro refurbished or used is also a pretty good option! It has a lot of the good features pro motion etc and a larger screen in the same size body!
tsukepen great advice, thanks man, one last small question. How is the multi tasking on iPad mini?
@@tommie4140 It is not the best. If you do half and half there isn't much room to do anything on either side. If you do 1/3 to 2/3 you could maybe read an article while taking notes with the pencil(would not recommend on screen keyboard). Or maybe if you want to do fan art and the character sheet on a small window it may work in a pinch. I would recommend using one app and "multitasking" with your phone! Hope that helps~
which is better for artist ipad mini 5 or 2018 9.7 inch ipad pro (6gen)
Hello! Thank you for the question. It really depends on what you want to do with it, and if you already have a drawing device at home. If you have a tablet already then the mini is a great sketchbook to take everywhere, which still offers enough power to make full art pieces. If you currently dont have any digital drawing solutions the middle sized ipads are a great balance between portability and performance! If you give me more details I might be able to help you further, thank you!
@@tsukepen does the air gap in 9.7 ipad pro really make a difference..from drawing in ipad mini, other people say parallex really makes difference...
I believe the 9.7 inch pro that I have is one with a laminated display. I have only used the 9.7 inch pro and the mini 5 so I can't really say if the non laminated display affects my drawing. Apples integration of the pencil is very well done and I can only imagine it is better than windows tablets that do have a lot of parallax, especially around the edges of the display. But if the non laminated ipads did have parallax issues there probably wouldnt be any software solutions to improve the parallax. I do get a lot of questions about this and when apple stores re-open i will go test it out to be able to talk about it further... Sorry if I couldnt help!
@@tsukepen thank you so much for so much help...
@@tsukepen can you sent me your 9.7 ipad link
should i go for the ipad mini 5 or the ipad 8th gen ? Also is the non laminated screen bothersome ?
Hello and thank you for the question! I have not had extensive time with a non laminated screen iPad so it's difficult for me to answer that. As far as performance for those devices they should be comparable. I would say focus on the size. If you need ultra portability and especially if you have a larger drawing tablet at home for bigger work then the mini 5 makes a great companion device. The middle sized iPads are a great place to start if you don't have any other tablets and are looking for an all around great device! I hope that helps if you have any other questions please feel free to ask
@@tsukepen okayy thank sm for replying ✨
No problem at all! Any time! They should both work great for 2D design apps and I do like the mini quite a bit but it can feel a little restrictive depending on what you like to work on.
@@tsukepen i usually work on paper. This is my first time trying digital art on a device bigger than my phone which is an iphone 8 plus. Im thinking that it won't be a big deal if i work on the mini but im confused asl
I see. Generally I recommend the middle sized iPads because they are a great balance between size, portability and performance. It gives you a canvas closer to 8.5x11 paper and room to multitask and watch videos etc. The mini is also excellent as a portable sketchbook that can produce serious work if you don't mind the smaller screen. In the end you have to think about the primary way in which you want to use the decide but both will provide a great drawing experience!
Hello was wondering if you got the 64gb or 256gb
Hey thanks for the comment! I got the 256 because I plan to use the mini for a long time and wanted the storage for screen recordings of drawings as well as my music and movies collection
What is the sketch app for ipad mini?is it free?first time to buy ipad for my son for sketching? Thank you
Thank you for the comment! For sketching I really like procreate which is a one time $9.99 purchase but medibang paint is free and really nice! Hope that helps if you have any other questions feel free to ask!
And it's nice that it has 64gb
Yes! Definitely enough for a lot of sketches! I got the 256 to store more drawings music videos and more because I always take it with me it's nice to have entertainment too haha
Ipad mini is enough for drawing??
There is a new mini 6 that was just announced and I will do a review of it soon! As for the mini 5 it is perfectly capable of being used for drawing!
@@tsukepen 64gb or 256gb??for drawing..for me 256gb too pricey..😪
My advice is to get the 256gb model. It is a shame that apple still offers the 64gb option, after a few iPadOS updates several apps and drawings you may be forced to delete some art work to make new ones. The 256gb option is much more comfortable and it would have been nice to see even more storage on the mini 6. It is not impossible to use the 64gb model if you only intend to use the ipad for drawing and have solutions for backing up the artwork you will eventually have to delete for more room.
how is it working with sidecar
I don't use side car much. The only Mac drawing app I use is clipstudio and it's available natively on iPad. When I need to connect to a computer to use the iPad as a drawing tablet I use Easycanvas. I made a video about it here ruclips.net/video/KUaTVF99A1U/видео.html