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FunkyCatSpangky · 25th March 2006, 05:18

Dear Brothers & Sisters,

I do not mean to be rude or sarcastic or anything.

I just like to know what are your thoughts on this matter.

"How does Zbrush 2 compare to its competitor product -> Hexagon 1.2 and Hexagon 2 ???"

I am a newbie trying to make a decision on which one to pick up.

I have seen the videos of what each one of these softwares can do.

I am totally lost.

Perhaps would some Veteran please advice on the matter ?

So far, I seem to like Hexagon much better because the interface is simpler and more intuitive.

There is even a property box that zbrush does not have ...

Thank you so much for your time.

Best Regards As Always

FunkyCat Spangky

AlainK · 25th March 2006, 05:42

They might not be able to anwer that question correctly unless you specify what kind of 3d graphics you are aiming for: Still pictures? Animation? Etc.

FunkyCatSpangky · 25th March 2006, 05:44

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlainK

They might not be able to anwer that question correctly unless you specify what kind of 3d graphics you are aiming for: Still pictures? Animation? Etc.

Specifically for organic and non-organic modelling ...

SALA · 25th March 2006, 05:57

Though it is software that has both merits
I do not think that it is understood whether to encounter your
directions if it doesn't use it.
I think that it comes to be able to use both demonstrations after a
while.

Need not I be in a hurry?

Because I am Hex1 originally user, it is pre-order.

bwtr · 25th March 2006, 06:08

Various threads in other forums suggests that Hexagon2 is a serious contender for top place. Comparing it with both zBrush and even the very high price Modo! From what I see so far--and I downloaded the ZBrush manual--Hexagon2 should be one of the easiest to learn and work with. Combined with Carrara it really does make a formidable and comprehensive 3D team at a realistic price.

BluesDragon · 25th March 2006, 08:13

Zbrush really does not compare to Hexagon 1.2. You will need to compare to Hexagon 2.0

Hexagon is a very good tool and easy to learn and use. Version 2.0 is going to add some really nice features similar to Zbrush and BodyPaint and costs a LOT less.

Hexagon 2.0 has not been released yet and won't be for at least 3 weeks so it is hard to compare them without being able to use them.

But, for the money, I think you really can't go wrong with Hexagon 2.0 from what I have seen that has been released.

Senyac · 28th March 2006, 11:18

I have Zbrush and Hex 1 and I find modelling alot easier in hex , and with the features of Hex 2 coming soon Hex 2 will do what Zbrush can do and more and alot easier to use and learn

Zbrush 2 has a steep learning curve and the UI is hard to get used to IMHO .

FunkyCatSpangky · 28th March 2006, 13:44

Quote:

Originally Posted by Senyac

I have Zbrush and Hex 1 and I find modelling alot easier in hex , and with the features of Hex 2 coming soon Hex 2 will do what Zbrush can do and more and alot easier to use and learn

Zbrush 2 has a steep learning curve and the UI is hard to get used to IMHO .

Dear Brothers & Sisters,

Thank you so much for all your replies and input.

I think I am starting to like Hexagon more and more.

I too never liked the steep learning curve of zbrush.

etujedi · 1st April 2006, 00:17

I'm with BluesDragon on this one. I think the price and new features are enough to make me a new Hex owner. I recommend trying out the demo versions to decide for yourself. (Keep in mind Hex2 demo is not available yet.) I found the Hex tools much easier to navigate and understand so I am motivated to put more time into learning it. ZBrush, for me, has a very complex interface and so I would have to spend a lot more time learning all the features. Since I work with Obj. formats Hex 2 looks like it will provide me with everything I need to scuplt my models with more accuracy and less time.

Gareee · 3rd April 2006, 18:56

Hey. Paul! Good to see ya here!

I'm a lightwaver from way back, and I'll be getting Hex 2 just for the features missing from lightwave. (even lightwave 9)

There's an old saying, the right tool, for the right job. I'll use any tool I can that will make content creation easier. being "dedicated" to any tool, or company serves you poorly. Gte the tools that have the features you need for your workflow.

That said, texture and displacement painting, and easier uv mapping are my main Hex 2 tools I'm interested in. if I find some nifty modelling tools in Hex 2, more the better!

etujedi · 3rd April 2006, 19:01

Hey Gareee, I have to agree, I will use Hex2 with my existing tools. One of the things that interests me is the UV unwrapping. I use UV Mapper pro which is an excellent utility, but I am hoping Hex will do more. By the videos it looks that way!

Gareee · 3rd April 2006, 19:10

Yup. I just ordered Hex 1.2 with the free upgrade a minute ago.. it's downloading now! ;)

etujedi · 3rd April 2006, 19:11

Pay day is Thursday for me...so I will have to be content with the demo until then.

Gareee · 3rd April 2006, 19:15

Thursday or the 15th... ;)

I just put it on my credit card.. I'll just pay it off on the 15th, and I'm off an running now.

(Though I SHOULD be packaging up Draconian... LOL!)

etujedi · 3rd April 2006, 19:19

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Gareee · 3rd April 2006, 19:25

I'm not a HUGE fan of credit cards, but they do have their uses....

25th March 2006, 05:18	#1 (permalink)
FunkyCatSpangky Vertex Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 4	I do not mean to be rude or sarcastic or anything but ... Dear Brothers & Sisters, I do not mean to be rude or sarcastic or anything. I just like to know what are your thoughts on this matter. "How does Zbrush 2 compare to its competitor product -> Hexagon 1.2 and Hexagon 2 ???" I am a newbie trying to make a decision on which one to pick up. I have seen the videos of what each one of these softwares can do. I am totally lost. Perhaps would some Veteran please advice on the matter ? So far, I seem to like Hexagon much better because the interface is simpler and more intuitive. There is even a property box that zbrush does not have ... Thank you so much for your time. Best Regards As Always FunkyCat Spangky

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25th March 2006, 05:42	#2 (permalink)
AlainK Extrusion Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 178	They might not be able to anwer that question correctly unless you specify what kind of 3d graphics you are aiming for: Still pictures? Animation? Etc.

25th March 2006, 05:57	#4 (permalink)
SALA Spline Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 39	Though it is software that has both merits I do not think that it is understood whether to encounter your directions if it doesn't use it. I think that it comes to be able to use both demonstrations after a while. Need not I be in a hurry? Because I am Hex1 originally user, it is pre-order.

25th March 2006, 06:08	#5 (permalink)
bwtr Brian Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: South Australia Posts: 2,097	Various threads in other forums suggests that Hexagon2 is a serious contender for top place. Comparing it with both zBrush and even the very high price Modo! From what I see so far--and I downloaded the ZBrush manual--Hexagon2 should be one of the easiest to learn and work with. Combined with Carrara it really does make a formidable and comprehensive 3D team at a realistic price.

25th March 2006, 08:13	#6 (permalink)
BluesDragon Box modeling Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 243	Zbrush really does not compare to Hexagon 1.2. You will need to compare to Hexagon 2.0 Hexagon is a very good tool and easy to learn and use. Version 2.0 is going to add some really nice features similar to Zbrush and BodyPaint and costs a LOT less. Hexagon 2.0 has not been released yet and won't be for at least 3 weeks so it is hard to compare them without being able to use them. But, for the money, I think you really can't go wrong with Hexagon 2.0 from what I have seen that has been released.

1st April 2006, 00:17	#9 (permalink)
etujedi Vertex Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 9	I'm with BluesDragon on this one. I think the price and new features are enough to make me a new Hex owner. I recommend trying out the demo versions to decide for yourself. (Keep in mind Hex2 demo is not available yet.) I found the Hex tools much easier to navigate and understand so I am motivated to put more time into learning it. ZBrush, for me, has a very complex interface and so I would have to spend a lot more time learning all the features. Since I work with Obj. formats Hex 2 looks like it will provide me with everything I need to scuplt my models with more accuracy and less time.

3rd April 2006, 18:56	#10 (permalink)
Gareee Vertex Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 10	Hey. Paul! Good to see ya here! I'm a lightwaver from way back, and I'll be getting Hex 2 just for the features missing from lightwave. (even lightwave 9) There's an old saying, the right tool, for the right job. I'll use any tool I can that will make content creation easier. being "dedicated" to any tool, or company serves you poorly. Gte the tools that have the features you need for your workflow. That said, texture and displacement painting, and easier uv mapping are my main Hex 2 tools I'm interested in. if I find some nifty modelling tools in Hex 2, more the better!

3rd April 2006, 19:01	#11 (permalink)
etujedi Vertex Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 9	Hey Gareee, I have to agree, I will use Hex2 with my existing tools. One of the things that interests me is the UV unwrapping. I use UV Mapper pro which is an excellent utility, but I am hoping Hex will do more. By the videos it looks that way!

3rd April 2006, 19:10	#12 (permalink)
Gareee Vertex Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 10	Yup. I just ordered Hex 1.2 with the free upgrade a minute ago.. it's downloading now! ;)

3rd April 2006, 19:11	#13 (permalink)
etujedi Vertex Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 9	Pay day is Thursday for me...so I will have to be content with the demo until then.

3rd April 2006, 19:15	#14 (permalink)
Gareee Vertex Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 10	Thursday or the 15th... ;) I just put it on my credit card.. I'll just pay it off on the 15th, and I'm off an running now. (Though I SHOULD be packaging up Draconian... LOL!)

3rd April 2006, 19:19	#15 (permalink)
etujedi Vertex Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 9	...

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Gareee Vertex Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 10	I'm not a HUGE fan of credit cards, but they do have their uses....