depends on what you will be needing it for. Meaning, how do you plan to work with it? If you have the money nothing beats the intuos2 line of tablets. yeah, they cost a pretty penny but they are worth it =). Also, think about how you would do your strokes etc. That will help to determine the size you will need. Personally, I like to do a lot of post working of hair and clothes. I have a 6x8 and it is the perfect size for how I work. I am by no means an expert in this field, I am sure some of the other fine people in here can give you more details than you cna shake a stick at. I know what my vote would be for =) ... good luck with it