In this article, we will compare the Kamvas 24 Plus Vs Kamvas 24 for digital artists. Huion Kamvas 24 series features different pen display tablets like the Huion Kamvas 24, Kamvas 24 Plus, Kamvas 24 Pro and Kamvas 24 Pro 4K.
Although they feature very similar specifications, you will notice many differences when you observe them closely.
Kamvas 24 Plus Vs Kamvas 24 Comparison Table
| Feature | Kamvas 24 Plus | Kamvas 24 |
|---|---|---|
| Color | Dark Gray | Dark Gray |
| Dimensions (Without Stand) | 604.2 x 358 x 21~28.3 mm | 604.2 x 358 x 21~28.3 mm |
| Working Area | 526.85 x 296.35 mm | 526.85 x 296.35 mm |
| Net Weight (With Stand) | 5.6 kg | 5.6 kg |
| Touch | No | No |
| Stand | Adjustable Stand (20°~80°) | Adjustable Stand (20°~80°) |
| Video Interface | USB-C (Full-Featured USB-C) | USB-C (Full-Featured USB-C) |
| Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (16:9) QHD | 2560 x 1440 (16:9) QHD |
| LCD Type | IPS | IPS |
| Anti-Glare Glass | Anti-glare etched glass | Anti-glare matte film |
| Full Lamination | Yes | No |
| Contrast Ratio | 1200:1 | 1000:1 |
| Brightness | 220 nits | 220 nits |
| Gamut Volume | 97% NTSC / 140% sRGB | 85% NTSC / 120% sRGB |
| Display Color | 16.7M (8-bit) | 16.7M (8-bit) |
| Digital Pen | PW517 | PW517 |
| Pen Technology | Battery-Free Electromagnetic Resonance | Battery-Free Electromagnetic Resonance |
| Pen Resolution | 5080 LPI | 5080 LPI |
| Pressure Sensitivity | 8192 Levels | 8192 Levels |
| Tilt Support | ±60° | ±60° |
| Press Keys | None | None |
| OS Compatibility | Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.12 or later, Android (USB 3.1 DP1.2 or later), Linux | Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.12 or later, Android (USB 3.1 DP1.2 or later), Linux |
Huion Kamvas 24 Plus Review
The Huion Kamvas 24 Plus is one of the largest Pen display tablets in the market today. It is a premium level tablet and will be a perfect fit for video editing, graphic design and animation.
Due to its powerful specifications and features, the Kamvas 24 Plus is not a cheap tablet. It will cost a little more than most tablets in the market today.
Body and Build
Kamvas 24 Plus comes in a sleek and slim body design. It comes with thin bezels and no shortcut keys on the body of the tablet. Generally, it is not very portable because it will weigh 5.6 Kg (With Stand) which is quite heavy.
For the best user experience,the tablet must be used with the stand and a computer connected to it. This further limits portability.
If you buy on Huion Store, you will get a free Adjustable Stand 20°~80°. Without the stand, the tablet is still too big measuring 604.2 x 358 x 21~28.3 mm.
Screen and Display
The Kamvas 24 Plus features one of the largest screen sizes on a Huion Tablet. It comes with a 23.8 inches screen size with 2560 x 1440 pixels or 2.5K resolution. Additionally, the screen has a 16:9 aspect ratio that makes it usable on a comfortable landscape orientation.
The 2.5K screen resolution, Quantum dot technology and 97% NTSC/140% sRGB color accuracy helps display images in clear vivid colors and high color depth.
You can use the Kamvas 24 Plus in both indoor and outdoor environments thanks to the 220 nits brightness levels on the screen. It also has a high 1200:1 contrast allowing you to view a high difference between black and bright areas of the screen.
The screen is also Fully laminated with Anti-glare etched glass display. This means that the screen features 3 layers that are entirely fused together to 1 eradicating any parallax or reflection. The fused layers also make the screen strong and durable for longer usage.
You can view the screen at a wide 178 degrees viewing angle without any reflection issues or interference. Finally, the screen has a matte finish that allows a natural pen to paper-like experience when drawing with the stylus pen.
Stylus Pen
Huion Kamvas 24 Plus comes with a PW517 Battery-Free stylus that can charge using Electromagnetic Resonance technology.
You will not have to connect the pen to the tablet using cables as you draw, but the pen will automatically charge as you use it.
The PW517 features a 5080 LPI resolution, a ±60° tilt recognition and 8192 pen pressure levels. This ensures a good user experience for digital art. PenTech 3.0 technology offers a pen to paper-like feel when drawing on the tablet screen.
The pen is ergonomically designed with an anti friction silicon grip area to avoid sliding as you draw on it.
Whether you are drawing, sketching or shading, the tilt and improved nib technology comes to effect when you tilt your pen to create strokes.
Finally, the Pen has 2 programmable shortcut keys on the side that you can set to your quick go to functions.
Ports and Connectivity
The Kamvas 24 Plus has a screen but no computer. You must connect it to a computer. To connect to a computer, it has 2 USB-C ports. One will connect to a three-in-one cable while the other connects USB-C to USB-C cables.
If you want to use your tablet for typing, you can connect the tablet to a keyboard using USB-A port. For laptop or computer connectivity, you will use the HDMI mode connection. Kamvas 24 Plus offers a wide range of compatibility with many drawing and graphic design software. It works with Windows, macOS, Linux OS and Android operating systems.
Huion Kamvas 24 Review
- Screen: 23.8 inches
- Resolution: 2560 x 1440 (16:9) QHD
- LCD Type: IPS
- Anti-Glare Glass: Anti-glare matte film
- Full Lamination: No
- Contrast Ratio: 1000:1
- Brightness: 220 nits
- Viewing Angle: 178 degrees
- Gamut Volume: 85% NTSC / 120% sRGB
- Pen: PW517
- Pen Technology: Battery-Free Electromagnetic Resonance
- Pen Resolution: 5080 LPI
- Pressure Sensitivity: 8192 Levels
- Tilt Support: ±60°
- Press Keys: None
- OS Compatibility: Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.12 or later, Android (USB 3.1 DP1.2 or later), Linux
Kamvas 24 features a 23.8 inch screen size with 2560 x 1440 pixels or 2.5 K resolution. The screen features a landscape orientation at 16:9 QHD aspect ratio.
The IPS screen has an Anti-glare matte film to avoid reflective interference and parallax. Unfortunately, the screen is not fully laminated and will not show the best display.
For outdoor usage, the screen features up to 220 nits brightness levels and 1000:1 Contrast Ratio. This allows a distinct difference between dark and light sections of the display thus improving clarity.
The tablet features a wide 85%NTSC/120% sRGB Color Gamut that allows you to view rich color displays. You can view the screen from many different angles thanks to the 178 degrees all round viewing angles.
Kamvas 24 Pen and Connectivity
Kamvas 24 features a battery free PW517 stylus pen which charges wirelessly using Electromagnetic Resonance technology. The Pen offers a natural pen to paper like drawing experience thanks to 5080 LPI resolution 8192 Levels pen Pressure levels and ±60° Tilt Support.
The Pen will come with 2 customizable keys and an ergonomic silicon holding area on the pen. Huion Kamvas 24 works with Windows 7, macOS 10.12 , Android USB3.1 DP1.2 or later and Linux OS.
Difference between Kamvas 24 Plus Vs. Kamvas 24
Kamvas 24 features a lower 1000:1 contrast ratio and 120% sRGB colour gamut compared to Kamvas 24 Plus, which has a 1200:1 contrast ratio and 140% sRGB colour gamut.
Instead of an etched anti-glare glass and fully laminated display, the Kamvas 24 only has an anti-glare matte film but is not laminated. Both tablets weigh 5.6 kg together with the free adjustable stand.
Both tablets have an all-round 178-degree viewing angle and a 16.7 million-color display. For Kamvas 24, you only get a lower 120% sRGB and 85% NTSC, and the Quantum Dots Technology is missing.
Kamvas 24 Plus is clearer with a better colour display thanks to 140% sRGB, 97% NTSC, and a unique Quantum Dots Technology. These will improve colour depth and accuracy.
It is important to note that the USB-C to USB-C cable will not be available in the Kamvas 24 package. To use USB-C to USB-C, your device must support USB 3.1 generation 1 and DP 1.2 or above.
Both Kamvas 24 and Kamvas 24 Plus come with a battery-free PW517 stylus pen with 8192 pen pressure levels, tilt support, and 2 shortcut buttons. You will no shortcut keys on the Kamvas 24 and Kamvas 24 Plus body.
Conclusion
When choosing between the Huion Kamvas 24 and Kamvas 24 Plus, the key distinctions come down to display quality and design features.
The Kamvas 24 offers a good 2.5K resolution with decent colour accuracy (120% sRGB) and a standard anti-glare matte film. However, it lacks the advanced features of the Kamvas 24 Plus, such as a fully laminated screen and Quantum Dot technology, which enhance clarity and colour depth.
The Kamvas 24 Plus not only provides a fully laminated display with a 97% NTSC and 140% sRGB colour gamut but also incorporates Quantum Dot technology for superior colour accuracy and brightness.
While both models share similar build weights and compatibility, the Kamvas 24 Plus’s improved screen technology and higher contrast ratio make it a better choice for professional graphic design, video editing, and animation where color precision and display quality are paramount.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Huion Kamvas 24 plus need a computer?
Yes, both Kamvas 24 and Kamvas 24 plus must be connected to a computer to use. They have an inbuilt screen but no computer to host software. Kamvas 24 Plus works with Windows, macOS, Linux OS and Android operating systems while Kamvas 24 works with Windows 7, macOS 10.12 , Android USB3.1 DP1.2 or later and Linux OS
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