Huion Kamvas 16 (2021) Review

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The Huion Kamvas 16 is Huion's latest pen display/drawing tablet. My time with it was pretty good and is a good value for the price. It also integrates some of the Android drawing features we have seen other tablets add over the last year or so.
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[@thebradcolbow]

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[@UncleJessy]

I blame you for my recent Huion Kamvas 22 purchase haha

[@thebradcolbow]

Haha, oops 😄

[@Userdoesnotexit]

not good experience with the non plus ?? it looked good to me speciually from other pro artist who used it

[@KITTYLUULUU66]

I haven't gotten mine yet but Brad was the reason I got the Kanvas 22 Plus

[@senseishirogane3867]

Wait so is the 16 better then the 22? Cause I’m deciding which one i should buy😭

[@UncleJessy]

@@senseishirogane3867 I grabbed the 22 plus because I wanted a much larger display to work with than the 13” version I have today. The 16 looks like a great midsize option if the price works for you

[@ritwizsharma]

2:26 but why does it connect to my table brad?!

[@panjisatriowidiantowidiant924]

Shhhh...Brad has the different table than lot of people had

[@panjisatriowidiantowidiant924]

@Lamar Shaker uh oh let's keep this secret

[@camoncam8458]

Just bought one on Black Friday and it's just arrived in the mail 10 minutes ago!! Currently unboxing now!!

[@grompz]

How was your first experience on that tablet?

[@RoxanneMarius]

Did you buy direct from Huion? The prepaid customs tax had me questioning whether or not to buy it.

[@camoncam8458]

@@grompz Super great, drew a mandala using Photoshop's symmetry tool and feel in love!

[@camoncam8458]

​@@RoxanneMarius Yes, I bought direct from Huion - I opted for no prepaid customs tax and got hit with a bill the next day from DHL for $80.00. In my opinion, a bit of bullsh*t but the world is going through a lot and I can't complain. Grateful to have a new tablet!

[@RoxanneMarius]

@@camoncam8458 Okay, thank you for the response!

[@zmperry1]

This review helped me make a decision on which drawing tablet to get. I got the Huion 16. I’ve never had a tablet before. Only my iPad with Luna display to use photoshop as my only comparison. I think for the money it’s a great buy. Feels good. Functions well. My work flow doesn’t require smoothed lines so I haven’t noticed any wobbling. I love it! Plenty big at 16.

[@TheJsmortis]

I'm getting back into digital art. I stopped traditional drawing or any type of art when I got out of college. That was about a decade ago and these drawing displays weren't really a thing at the time, and if they where they cost more than a grand and up. I think this will be a nice reentry tablet to get myself back into art in general. I do love traditional art significantly more but I don't have a studio to work in so digital is the way to go for me.

[@liussaturn]

I've been waiting for this review!!

[@lunamoon1048]

Samee

[@kerlo.6418]

Me too

[@ItsMrMilk]

Thank you so much, I’ve been looking for a drawing tablet for years and every time I see one I go to your channel to see if it’s good or not

[@my_name_is_love]

Loving your background set up!! 🔥🔥 It looks so good! 🙌🏾

[@zecle]

nice to see their new model is a single smooth plane that covers the entire surface. my 156hd has a separation 1cm away from the screen. not really a problem, even less a problem since i covered the tablet in matte plastic anyway but it's still nice to watch.

[@sergeysaydam]

I do believe that in this decade we should get more technologically developed drawing tablets that are going to be more budget friendly. Hope that there will be better deals rather than just Wacom company

[@Snotnarok]

We've been at that point for a while. I got my first tablet display from Wacom, the 12WX and not only was it teeny with awful and I mean AWFUL color calibration even after trying to calibrate with the Spyder, it also cost $1,000 Now we're at the point you can find laptops, tablets etc under $600 that are portable but also far larger tablets for oddly cheaper. I got the kamvas 22 Plus and have used it nearly every day for 2 years and it's vastly better than the wacom stuff I've had exp with. It's not cheap but neither is being an artist in general. I feel like brad got a bum tablet since I saw a reviewer Teoh Yi Chie review this model and not have issues with the wavy lines and that guy, is crazy throughout with his reviews. That's not a sass at Brad- he legit does solid reviews but Teoh really goes hard with detailed reviews

[@sergeysaydam]

@@Snotnarok that's true)

[@robinbrigstocke8121]

I own the last Kamvas Pro 16, and I think it's great, in many ways I prefer it to the Cintiq I use at work.

[@mariebeckshaw8887]

I've been planning on starting the illustrations for my childrens book for a while now, but am reluctant to start it because of how long I anticipate the process will be with traditional mediums. I'm a perfectionist when it comes to my art and having to scarp so many drafts has been a real time sucker. After some time and research into the best drawing tablets for a good price, I decided to go with this one. This will be my first time delving into digital art making, but I think it will be the most streamlined way to publishing and quenching my thirst for artistic perfection. Thanks for the review, it was very helpful! Hope everyone has/will have a good experience with it :)

[@FrozenSolid742]

Now that it has been a couple of years since it released, and definitely some driver updates, does it still have that line wobble or is it gone? I've been saving up for almost a year now for a good tablet and I'm wanting this one. Btw, if you're gonna (greatly) help me with testing it, can you test it like the way brad did? Meaning using freehanded lines, then a slow line using a ruler. Thanks!

[@kommulasrujanroha2498]

Hey Brad, can you suggest which one to choose between, kamvas pro 16 ( old one) or the kamvas 16 (2021) version ? , I'm a bit worried about the waves and blobs with the pen/stylus

[@DasLanky]

6:11 Correction: 120% sRGB color gamut, not AdobeRGB. For professional color performance consider the Kamvas 22 Plus (140% sRGB, 104% AdobeRGB with Quantum dot).

[@Userdoesnotexit]

true

[@dystopiaproject]

Huion Kamvas 22plus is way better, and for only 50€ more (with Black Friday discounts) .. I ordered mine last Friday, it’s coming tomorow, can’t wait!!!!

[@essennagerry]

Oh, is 120% sRGB too little? I just got one, can still return it (and am considering that because it has some issues) - if I return it should I definitely get one with 140% sRGB? I want to design stickers so I really, really don't need a big tablet, however color accuracy is VERY important to me, especially for printing, since it's sticker you know. I want to make some premium quality stickers. Thank you in advance for your advice!

[@gayusschwulius8490]

@@essennagerry 120% sRGB is quite decent and will work for most stuff, but of course there's always room for improvement.

[@4ndyyobrudda]

I did purchase the kamvas 12 so I'm excited to see your review

[@manimations4233]

Hey brad, can you please make a video where you rank all the Kamvas’ and tell us which one is the best?

[@NamdYaIllust]

The pro series are the best

[@fadwamin4835]

@@NamdYaIllust hey i am going to buy kamvas pro 16 tomorrow ... Is it really good or this kamvas 16 better?

[@NamdYaIllust]

@@fadwamin4835 i gave up on huion tbh, I just bought xp pen innovator 16 😍 it's so sofisticated and lightweight can't wait to try it. They say huion pro pens are slightely better compared to xp pen. But xp pen customer service is way better and bro it has 8 buttons + 2 wheels. I didn't draw on it yet but when I try it I will tell you my opinion on it.

[@NamdYaIllust]

@@fadwamin4835 if you keep wanting to buy a huion, you better wait for the new 2021 huion pro 16.

[@fadwamin4835]

@@NamdYaIllust the thing is as i always wait for the better the best comes out after it just by several months xD i have been waiting for almost a year now .... So i am not sure i have the patience to wait anymore thats why 😭

[@lulusariwu6413]

Am I the only one who likes to watch Brad's videos just for brad

[@arnav4038]

Your not alone

[@Moostaffa]

How is the tilt on this version? I recently got the 16 Pro (coming from a 24HD Cintiq) and drawing at different angles really showed the Huion's weakness :( Constantly redoing lines becuase of the tilt offset being almost 3mm away from where Im drawing is really a big downside for me with the 16 Pro

[@AvidDreamer90]

Love your reviews and thanks for this one! How does the 2021 Kamvas 16 compare to the Kamvas Pro 16?

[@wewusss]

I would be interested in exactly the same question and I can't find the answer anywhere... :D

[@ako_9229]

im a 14 year old artist and i just want to say thank you because i plan to buy this tablet within the next year ive have 2 digital tablets a Wacom Intuos 6in x 3.7in and the tablet that i have right now is a gaomon M10K pro 10in x 6.25in and i find it even after about 3 years of doing digital art its still difficult for me to draw that way ive been doing traditional since i started drawing which was when i was in kindergarden lol and i would love to start with this tablet for a screen display thanks for the review i wanted to see how big it was visually and the quality your review really helped me make up my mind i also got clip studio for christmas so i thought that a new tablet would also help me as an artist thanks!

[@grompz]

Finally i've being waiting for my fav reviewer to review this. i am planning to buy this as my very first screen tablet. I've being using Huion H940P for 2-3 years(still work great as brand new) but as my art improved, my progression felt slower. Can't wait to have this.

[@Kezz00]

How do you like it?

[@chariots8x230]

I like using touch gestures to pan, zoom in and out, and rotate the canvas view. Does Huion make any drawing tablets that allow touch gestures? Does the pen have any shortcut buttons that I can assign to undo and redo?

[@elinemollet5173]

I heard there were some problems making the previous version of this tablet work with ToonBoom.. any idea if that’s fixed?

[@chinochico]

Is it possible to have a review comparison from this 2021 version and the 2019~2020 version?... wonder what's the difference between them since they have different price

[@niasboiii]

Yes same! An answer here is also enough. No full video needed, Brad

[@rewdotkim]

Can you share what your shortcut buttons are set as in Photoshop? I'm curious.

[@kennethmanuel1094]

Hi Brad, I just bought the kamvas rds 160, which is basically an upgraded color gamut kamvas 16 2021 with the same kind of pen model. I want to ask about the pen performance, if this pen ranks at a solid B+, how does it stacks up to wacom pens (without the smoothing feature)? Does wacom pen have no line jitters even when drawn slowly and without smoothing?

[@ProducerSikste]

somebody please tell me what this thing does that procreate and photoshop or coral draw cant do? does it 3d like cad? other then that...whats the point besides a big drawing screen. I use a very small screen for big giant print projects

[@eenakulot]

Im planning to upgrade to a display tablet soon and kinda stuck between a huion 16" tablet and xp-pen 15.6 pro. Which would be a better option?

[@estudiocreativo4510]

hi! thanks for the video! I have a question about something that I did not understand... Can I use it connected to my notebook without connecting it to the wall? or does it need to be connected to the wall to work?

[@siegegrave5829]

I don't understand. What is the difference between a Huion Kamvas 16 and a Huion Kamvas Pro 16? The naming schemes for many pen displays are too similar... kamvas 16, kamvas 16 2021, kamvas 16 pro, kamvas 16 2.5k, kamvas 16 4k, and I feel like I missed some? idk. The comments seem to favor kamvas pro 16, but this video wasn't for the pro version right?

[@MelvilleG]

Thank,Brad. Bought this one two weeks before your review to replace my old kamvas 19gt. After watching your review I am not quite sure if that was a good idea.

[@SourPlanet]

Anyone know if they fixed the line wobble issue via drivers? I have an XP-Pen 13.3" artists pro and I got it specifically for the USB only power and portability. I'd prefer this 16" size but I'm not willing to give up the flawless line quality the XP-Pen offers.

[@Lefrog65]

Was this running on your M1 Mac? I saw your previous video about drivers. I’ve been going through your more current videos after this one, and wasn’t sure if these tablets have fixed their M1 driver issues. I recently bought an M1 Mac mini and looking to replace my Wacom cintiq from my 2012 MacBook Pro, to something bigger and more affordable on my newer computer. Thanks!

[@ApplePie1529]

I currently have the huion kamvas pro 16 and i have so many problems with it. Sometimes it will register me putting the pen on the display when im merly hovering over the display. It also has some damaging in the middle shows blue ish hazy streaks (this tablet is a replacement tablet i got from huion after my first 16 pro malfunctioned and had a purple colored screen). With the sale going on right now I'm thinking of either uograding or sticking the the 16 pro. Which one should i stick to? Just buy another 16 pro or the 16 2021?

[@juliaadel9807]

I had a question, does it also work with other programs like adobe illustrator or autocad?

[@MyBenjamin73]

Can these connect to an iphone, and would I be able to make/share high quality art with one? I'm trying to decide whether I should get one of these things rather than save up longer and get a whole laptop drawing setup?

[@egsi1411]

Hey Brad, I have Kamvas 13 pro right now and want to upgrade to bigger display. Is this RDS-160 worth it for upgrade? Or do I need "bigger" than 16 inch?

[@ordinaryperson9472]

Wait, what if im left handed, can i turn the tablet on the other side and easily use right hand to press buttons or its only for left handed way?

[@lenshiker]

i am a left hander what about the control section? able to turn the machine around so that the section is on the right side?

[@DarkNeuron]

Hey, your cintiq alternatives list doesn't have your amazon link for the Kamvas 16. Would you add it, if I buy one in the future would like to use your link.

[@kissthefrogstudio4113]

Will it work with an Intel NUC or mac mini? You can have it as a drawing tablet and a monitor for your pc?

[@crisg1734]

Hey bro I got the kamvas 13 but want to upgrade to this size but only if it goes 120hz do you know? I cant find that info on line...

[@TeaPol57]

I was waiting for this

[@ignatiusmichael5417]

How do you set up your bursh in photoshop using Huion so that the edges can be sharp?

[@poplix2704]

I just bough an tab s6 lite, should i get this or that? I like the portability but if this is waaaaay better ill get this. (Edit: i just noticed that i dont have an hdmi port on my pc, so i would need to buy an extra hdmi to dp connector

[@DancingOutInSpace]

What adapter do you recommend? I'm using a Macbook Pro 2011 but I'm not sure which one to buy

[@geoffbloom7962]

ok, so 2021 kamvas 16, or the 2020 Kamvas 13? Is the extra 3 inches worth the extra $200? I'm currently working on a 9.7in iPad with sidecar, but it's just toooo small for comfort.

[@dman3d]

What is the view angle like? I had a Huion 2019 22" pro. Could not deal with the screen at all. The color and view only seemed accurate in the center of where your head is relative to the screen. So I had to constantly reposition to look at any given part of the screen and it not look completely out of whack. Unlike a normal monitor where it has an even brightness, contrast across the view. I assumed it was their anti-glare coat.

[@rappy6328]

i love ur vids!! its sooo so so amazing editing, and so much love!❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Gadgetmawombo]

Would you say the pen is worse than the 2020 Kamvas 16? I watched the older review and it seemed like there was more wavyness on the diagonal lines here than with the older model?

[@akashjain5049]

So which would you suggest between Huion Kamvas 16(2021) and Kamvas 16 pro (the 1920x1080p version) ? I think the only difference is pro having etched display and 2021 has better pen

[@thomastikas]

Hello there! My pc only has a VGA port(it's old yes). Do you believe it would work with a HDMI converter? Also could you tell me the exact hub you got on the video? Thanks!!

[@papertelevision]

I wasn't clear on if this works wit ha single USB-c cable? Th HDMI/USB-A solution is killing me on my macbookpro. I can't stand the tangle of wires and the usb-c adapter that keeps falling out! Please tell me it works on Only the single USB-c to the laptops limited to USB-c only?

[@TehPh1L]

Are there any differences between the kamvas 13 and this one ?( other than the size obviously”

[@sadev101]

ive been trying to work on the 13 on android , if you dont put it in desktop mode. but in phone mode (duplicate screen) and use draw on the kamvas and zoom and rotate on phone screen (laying side by side) after a few hours you get used to that. and it then becomes natural... might want to check out the following fact... under android kamvas does not have tilt function like it does on pc or mac. another thing im worried about is this. when one day the matte screenprotector if up for replacement. is this something you can do yourself without airbubbles etc getting trapped. huion puts them on perfect. i doubt the users can replace them the same way

[@saidverse]

Hi there! I really need help. I want to buy a new pen Display, but I can’t decide between the kamvas 16 (2021) and the Kamvas pro 22 (2019). I’ve seen both tablets’ videos but I don’t know if you could help me out with your opinion… which one would you choose? Is the 16 (2021) better because it is a newer model? Thank you so much in advance

[@Mc-je4yb]

Hello, should i get this or the kamvas pro 16? I believe pro 16 doesn't have 2021 model yet

[@CrossOutBryce]

Which is better?? This new 2021 model or the Kamvas 16 Pro?? And would you recommend them over a Cintiq 16?

[@ellabanez2010]

How does kamvas 16 2021 compare to kamvas rds 160 and Kamvas 13? I am planning to buy but I don’t know which is best.

[@FulltimeHafling]

so... I'm really confused about the diffrences between the 16 2021 and the 16 pro 2019... Looking at the specifications on the website, the 16 2021 seems to be just a minor improvement over the pro 16 2019 and comes at a lower price. But it seems like you were more satisfied with the 2019, but that may be because it was a bigger positive difference between that and the model before it? If anyone reading this has experience with eighter or both, i'd like to hear it!

[@rohanilame7236]

Where is the link of android tablets and phones???

[@GGs-c1u]

is the screen quality on the Kamvas 16 (2021) not as good as the Kamvas 16 Pro (2020)? I read the 2020 has an etched glass screen while the 2021 doesn't

[@shadowboxing7029]

Hi there, I bought a Kamvas 16 Pro and it didn't come with a USB-C cable. Will any USB-C Cable work with it?

[@leandrogamedev]

Hi! i can use it like an second monitor? or i can choose in windows to show my second screen?

[@FranciscoHernandez-lt1mo]

Hey I’m a graphic designer. What would you recommend to use with photoshop and illustrator for Mac (I use a new MacBook Pro)???

[@ChchaVarte]

Thanks for the review. How about scratch on screen protector after long time, is it bad or negligible?

[@dj_nomen311]

Yo Varte!!!!

[@chariots8x230]

Will this tablet connect to the 2019 MacBook Pro through the cable it comes with? I’m having an issue with my Wacom tablet because it won’t connect without an adapter since my MacBook doesn’t have usb A ports. Also, Wacom’s drivers are a pain because I had a very hard time getting them to work. I had to uninstall and reinstall multiple times. So, I’m just trying to see if there’s a better tablet that will work well with my MacBook Pro.

[@lc3564]

Brad, I hope you can also do a review of the latest Kamvas 16 4K coming out. Has anyone other then Wacom released a 4K display.

[@agris_]

I wonder If I can skip the power adapter by plugging both USB C to my Laptop (Macbook 16 Inch).

[@SightlyJester]

Brad, I want to spend my salary of december in a tablet for draw, I am between the iPad Pro with Apple pencil 2020 and the iPad Air 2020 with Apple pencil ¿What did you recomend me?

[@pickle_exists]

What's the difference between the pro 16 and this 1? Idk which one to buy and I just want the better one even if its 1 difference :/

[@sub2domus693]

Is the XP-PEN Artist22 Pro 22inch better than this for about the same price? What do you think? Because I am planning on buying a display tablet for around that price so I want to know what's best. Thanks.

[@tristanskanal4999]

What is the difference between the Kamvas 16 and the Kamvas Pro 16? Kamvas pro 16 seems to be an older version, but it is more expensive. So what are the pros of it?

[@dillonshrader4966]

If I wanted to run a drawing tablet off my galaxy s21 ultra, would this be a good purchase? I am on the fence between a galaxy tab s7 and this.

[@Ethera55]

Hey, anybody know if this tablet work with asus rog phone 5s? i can't find info what phones are oke with that tablet

[@thomasbednarowski1651]

Hi. From the experienced do You know maybe when we could expect Huion Kamvas 16 Pro (2021)? Wonder What it could get. Qhd, tempered glass?

[@QuantumKiff]

How would you compare this to the Cintiq13HD? I’ve had that tablet for several years and I’m looking for an upgrade without dropping another 1,200$ on a device. This looks like a nice upgrade considering the age of the Cintiq13HD

[@PranavKaneria]

I'm left handed, can I use it both ways? Like with buttons on right side?

[@GlueFactoryBJJ]

Brad, just out of curiosity, how long do the nibs actually last? It would seem like 11 (one in the pen, plus 10 more in the stand) would last a REALLY long time?

[@makimariami]

Hi, which is the best option a huion kamvas pro 16 or kamvas 16 2021?

[@Animax30AnimationsGameplays]

ive been waiting for this review omg!

[@juliasphoto4500]

Can I get some advice; I’m a begginer and I don’t know if I should choose Huion camvas 16(2021) or Huion camvas pro 13

[@dxflow3271]

In your opinion is the Huion RDS-160 basically a version of this with an updated screen technology. There really isn't much info about on the RDS-160 for some reason. Thanks for any thoughts.

[@Kimiko11111]

Hey Brad, whenever I go to your website, for some reason it doesn't load up!

[@HerrAwesomeness]

Would this tablet be better to buy than the Kamvas 16 pro (2019)?

[@gc_pascua2771]

Does the phone still charges when you connect it on the kamvas?

[@sahilrawat5621]

Hey! Brad... nice review but what is the song at the start of the video??? It sounds awesome

[@brycebeez9078]

How well does it perform with smartphones? I have a s20 with CSP.

[@joelstolarski2244]

Wpuld this be overkill for doing sketches for 3d printing. Having rough time sketching in Inkscape using a mouse. It outputs a vector svg, which I use in Fusion 360, to extrude parts or make parts that I can't make in Fusion.

[@thuyviq]

YESS! I've been waiting for this :D

[@resullus1]

So which one does this actually replace? The Kamvas 16 from 2019 or the Kamvas 16 Pro also from 2019? Don't want to pull the trigger if there is a Kamvas 16 Pro 2021 around the corner.

[@sinnickson]

i have a 2011 cintiq o.o do you guys thihnk this is worth the upgrade?

[@Ima_Tron]

Just to clarify, since I'm paranoid about getting screen protectors on my devices, it sounds like the matt finish comes as a pre-installed screen protector? I just have to be careful not to peel it off accidentally along with the factory plastic I'm supposed to peel off? I'm thinking about getting of these 2021 versions, do they still hold up for the 320 dollar price I'm seeing? I almost ordered a Wacom One, but the USB C port apparently doesn't use any of the USB C functionality, a dealbreaker and kinda deceptive marketing if you ask me.

[@Luzifa1]

Can anyone tell me how the lifespan of huion is compared to Wacom? I have an old Intuos M which is indestructible, but now I want to change to a display tablet. this one looks very good, but I could get the Cintiq 16 from a local dealer for 100€ more and have 2 years warranty without extra charge. this has no laminated screen and no shortcut keys. Has anyone of you made experience with the two? I would just like a tablet that lasts a long time with proper use without being broken.

[@VinylSkillz]

Brad i have last year's version and i love it still. But how do you calibrate a pen display to match the laptop's. Is there a link someone can point me to? Oh yea keep the Glove dance, i love it!😂😂😂

[@hANBinhanbin]

Could you introduce how you set up the quick buttons on the tablet for the efficiency?

[@___J____]

Which pen is better the Kamvas 16 one or xp-pen innovator 16 one?

[@Kelpy_Seal]

So how does this tablet stack up against the Kamvas pro 16? They’re both $400, is there even a better one?

[@cannedtunasam7766]

i just purchased huion kamvas16 (2021) and I'm loving it!