Pros:

  • Priceless tool to have for anyone who does 3D work – Makes working with 3D objects easier and faster.
  • When you’re not on a 3D layer, it lets you pan, zoom in/out, and adjust your brush size
  • Excellent build quality – It’s made with soft-touch material and is weighted to prevent it from sliding
  • Has modifier keys conveniently placed on the left side
  • 4 additional keys that are customizable with your own set of commands
  • Works with most popular 3D software including Photoshop CS3-CS6. Check their website for supported software before buying

Cons:

  • The QuickView keys don’t work with Photoshop
  • Takes a bit of practice to get used to. Works great after that.
  • Overkill for most Photoshop users compared to the lower-priced 3DConnexion SpaceNavigator

Rating: 8/10

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21 responses to “How a 3D Mouse Works in Photoshop: 3DConnexion SpaceMouse Pro Review”

  1. Mahmood ul Hasan Avatar
    Mahmood ul Hasan

    Which keyboard is that with G1-G12 keys?

  2. Carl Stensel Avatar
    Carl Stensel

    I mainly use my spacemouse pro for 3D work- I do a lot of visualization for the film industry. I use photoshop regularly for generating textures. I would say that this device would not be justifiable for photoshop alone, but the photoshop functionality is certainly a sort of free gift for people who work in 3D programs.

  3. amit Avatar
    amit

    like this

  4. Not disclosed Avatar
    Not disclosed

    Will this work in Photoshop CC?

  5. Maidul Islam Avatar

    Wow. Thank you for sharing this experience with us………..and for the challenge.

  6. Leigh Avatar
    Leigh

    I have a spacemouse, but I can’t seem to get it to work with photoshop in 2d. All I want is to control the pan and zoom… but no luck! any tips?

    (my buttons work… just not the pan and zoom).

    1. Photoshop Tutorials Editor Avatar
      Photoshop Tutorials Editor

      Do you have the 3Dconnexion software installed? It needs to be installed and loaded into Photoshop. Go to the File > Automate > menu and see if “3DxPhotoshop” is listed under that menu.

  7. Pawet J Avatar
    Pawet J

    vary good

  8. Will Clark Avatar
    Will Clark

    I’m back here to say thank you for the great review. I bought a 3D Mouse Pro and it is amazing! I’m very happy with the build quality and finish. It looks as nice in person as the photos in your review.

  9. Ali Masood Avatar
    Ali Masood

    I want one now

  10. Ulderico Iadanza Avatar
    Ulderico Iadanza

    I received 3 4 days ago… but only the spacenavigator because not so expansive… I’m in love <3

  11. morshed Avatar
    morshed

    Super blog and its awesome..

  12. Shaon Avatar
    Shaon

    You can easily learn Photoshop various program and you can develop your Photoshop skills hare.

  13. Wolfgang Avatar
    Wolfgang

    Good review. I like the look of it

  14. Kelly Selbor Avatar
    Kelly Selbor

    Super Pots mi hermano , me fascina tu trabajo que realizas…quiero saber donde puedo comprarme uno como estos en España..

  15. Joshua Avatar
    Joshua

    Does this work with games too?

  16. Frances H Avatar
    Frances H

    Are you sure this works with photoshop cs6? I looked at the supported software page and it only supports up to cs5. And a google search shows that people can’t get it to work with cs6.

    1. Photoshop Tutorials Editor Avatar
      Photoshop Tutorials Editor

      Hmm… you’re right. It does say CS3 – CS5 on the 3Dconnexion website. The forum posts are old and the latest drivers DO support CS6. It even has a specific plugin file for Photoshop CS6. I think it’s just outdated info on their website.

    2. Frances H Avatar
      Frances H

      Thank you

  17. Coo Mamun Avatar
    Coo Mamun

    This is really a note-worthy positing.
    thanks to share

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