Here are some comparison details of Alcohol Based Markers. This information is written to the best of my knowledge. I own each of these types, so have been able to compare them at home. I have supplemented the info with research from online and brochures. Please let me know if I have made any errors.
Prisamacolor
+ Cheapest (< $25 for 12 at Dick Blick) + Sold at M's with coupon
+ 156 colors + Cheapest (< $25 for 12 at Dick Blick) + Sold at M's with coupon
+ Easy to use brush & fine point like SU! markers
+ Coordinates with same colors of Prismacolor Pencils
+ Coordinates with same colors of Prismacolor Pencils
- My least favorite marker shape - too bulky to use easily
- Hard to tell which end is broad/fine
- Lids hard to remove
- Case is opaque and hard to remove lid
- Stinkier
- Less light-fast—will fade faster
Fine Tip
Chisel Tip
- Hard to tell which end is broad/fine
- Lids hard to remove
- Case is opaque and hard to remove lid
- Stinkier
- Less light-fast—will fade faster
Fine Tip
Chisel Tip
Copic Sketch + Ciao
+ Easy to see which end is brush/chisel
+ Nice clear plastic case
+ Easy to find at online Scrap & Stamp stores!
+ Nicely named color scheme makes it easy to choose
+ 322 Colors
+ More shades of grey
+ More light-fast
+ Easy to see which end is brush/chisel
+ Nice clear plastic case
+ Easy to find at online Scrap & Stamp stores!
+ Nicely named color scheme makes it easy to choose
+ 322 Colors
+ More shades of grey
+ More light-fast
Brush Tip
Chisel Tip
Chisel Tip
Copic Sketch
+ Sets to coordinate with Stampin' Up colors (Ellen Hutson.com)
+ Shape is flat so it won't roll+ Color listed on top of lid
+ Holds more ink
+ Compatible with Airbrush out of box
- Most expensive (~$60 for 12)
- Harder to fit into case since they're oval+ Holds more ink
+ Compatible with Airbrush out of box
- Most expensive (~$60 for 12)
- Changing chisel to fine point is expensive
Copic Ciao
+ Cheaper (~$50 for 12)
+ Easier to holdCopic Ciao
+ Cheaper (~$50 for 12)
+ Smaller case
+ Easier to fit into case since they're round
+ Compatible with Airbrush with modification (put dimensional foam dots on can.)
- No fine point tip available
+ Easier to fit into case since they're round
+ Compatible with Airbrush with modification (put dimensional foam dots on can.)
- No fine point tip available
All
Replaceable Tip Refillable
Alcohol Ink based (can use on plastic or glass)Acid-free when dry
9 comments:
Thanks Lianne. I've been considering switching to Copics from my LePlumes (they keep drying out!). I was also looking at the Prismacolors, but now I think I will take the Copic plunge. :)
Chris (pea name ckettel)
Wow! I've just been having a trip through your blog Lianne - what gorgeous work you do! I've never seen the copic pens but clearly you use them beautifully!
I know this is all about the technical info on pens, but I have to say how PRETTY those cards are :) I haven't tried Copics yet, but I do love what I see everyone making with them!
Great comparison!
Great comparison, Lianne. Plus, your cards are really cute!
Lianne, thanks for the scoop, here. You've clearly pointed out the details, and I appreciate it. Your coloring is awesome, girl! I've been looking at Copics and the Trias. Thanks!
I've never heard that they are acid free when dry before! So, can you use them with scrapbooking as well?
Beautiful work on both card, Lianne! Thanks for the comparison too. :-)
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