Wacom Cintiq 16 (DTK168) Pen Display
The Wacom Cintiq 16 is the entry point into drawing directly on screen with a professional pen. It pairs a 16-inch WQXGA IPS display with Wacom Pro Pen 3, giving you 8,192 pressure levels and a 345 x 215 mm drawing area without the cost of the Pro range.
- Display Size: 16.0 in (40.6 cm)
- Display Resolution: 2560 x 1600 pixels (WQXGA)
- Display Technology: IPS
- Colour Gamut: DCI-P3 99% (CIE 1931, typ)
- Active Area: 345 x 215 mm (13.6 x 8.5 in)
- Brightness: 290 cd/m2
- Contrast Ratio: 1400:1 (typ)
- Response Time: 12 ms (typ)
- Viewing Angle: 178 degrees (89/89 H, 89/89 V, typ)
- Pixel Pitch: 0.1346 (H) x 0.1346 (V) mm
- Surface: AG glass
- Multi-Touch: No – pen input only
- Pen: Wacom Pro Pen 3
- Pen Technology: Electromagnetic resonance, cordless and battery-free
- Pen Pressure Levels: 8192
- Pen Tilt: 60 degrees
- Pen Resolution: 5080 lpi
- Product Weight: 2.0 kg (4.5 lb)
The Wacom Cintiq 16 puts the screen under your pen without the professional price tag. It is the model most people move to after an Intuos, and for a lot of working illustrators it is the last tablet they need to buy.
The 16-inch IPS panel runs at 2560 x 1600 with DCI-P3 99% colour coverage and a 1400:1 contrast ratio, the highest in the Cintiq line. Across a 345 x 215 mm active area that gives a dense, detailed canvas for illustration and design work.
Wacom Pro Pen 3 handles the drawing with 8,192 pressure levels, 60-degree tilt and 5080 lpi resolution. This model is pen input only, with no touch, which keeps the price down and suits anyone who navigates with keyboard shortcuts anyway.
What is included with the Wacom Cintiq 16
The Cintiq 16 ships with what is needed to connect it to a compatible computer and start drawing.
- Wacom Cintiq 16 pen display
- Wacom Pro Pen 3
- Pen holder with replacement nibs
- Nib removal tool
- Connection cable
- AC power adapter and power cable
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty documentation
Designed for Professional Creative Work
- DCI-P3 99% colour coverage is unusual at this price and makes the Cintiq 16 viable for colour-aware illustration rather than sketching alone.
- A 1400:1 contrast ratio, the highest in the Cintiq range, holds detail in darker areas of an image.
- The 345 x 215 mm active area is large enough to draw at full scale while still fitting on a normal desk.
- A 178-degree viewing angle keeps colour consistent when the display is angled towards you for drawing.
Draw Naturally with Wacom Pro Pen 3
- 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity for control over line weight, opacity and brush behaviour.
- 60-degree tilt recognition so compatible applications respond to the angle of the pen.
- 5080 lpi pen resolution keeps fine detail accurate at the nib.
- Cordless and battery-free, so there is nothing to charge mid-session.
Pen Input Without Touch
The Cintiq 16 supports pen input only. There is no multi-touch on this model, which is a deliberate trade to keep it affordable.
In practice most artists navigate with keyboard shortcuts and the pen anyway. If you specifically want to pan and zoom by hand, the Cintiq 24 touch or the Cintiq Pro range add that.
Comfortable for Long Creative Sessions
At 2.0 kg the Cintiq 16 is light enough to move between desks and has fold-out legs for a working angle out of the box.
For a fixed setup, an adjustable stand or arm makes a real difference over long sessions, and we can specify one alongside the display.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Wacom Cintiq 16?
A 16-inch creative pen display with a 2560 x 1600 IPS panel, DCI-P3 99% colour coverage and Wacom Pro Pen 3. It is the entry model in the Cintiq range and the usual step up from a pen tablet.
Does the Cintiq 16 need a computer?
Yes. It is a pen display rather than a standalone computer, so it connects to a Windows or Mac machine and shows what is on that machine.
What is the screen size and resolution?
16.0 inches (40.6 cm) at 2560 x 1600 pixels, with a 345 x 215 mm active drawing area.
Does the Cintiq 16 have touch?
No. This model is pen input only. If you want multi-touch, look at the Cintiq 24 touch or the Cintiq Pro range.
Cintiq 16 or Intuos Pro?
If you want to draw directly on the artwork, the Cintiq 16. If you are comfortable watching a monitor while your hand works on a tablet, an Intuos Pro gives you the same pen precision for less.
Is the Cintiq 16 good enough for professional work?
Yes. The colour coverage and pen specification are genuinely professional. The Pro range adds 4K resolution, larger panels and touch, which matter for colour-critical or large-format work.
How much does the Wacom Cintiq 16 cost in the UAE?
Pricing moves with stock and quantity, and education or studio orders are priced differently from a single unit. Request a quote for current UAE pricing.
Can I use it with Windows and macOS?
Yes, with a compatible Windows or macOS system and either a USB-C port supporting DisplayPort Alt Mode, or an HDMI port plus USB. We will confirm the right connection for your machine before you order.
Does the pen need charging or batteries?
No. Wacom Pro Pen 3 uses electromagnetic resonance and draws power from the display itself, so there is nothing to charge and no battery to replace.
Do you supply and support this in the UAE?
Yes. We are an Authorized Wacom Solution Provider based in Dubai. Everything we supply carries manufacturer warranty, and we handle setup, driver configuration and after-sales support ourselves.
Need this configured for your workflow?
Tell us what you sign, how often, and which system it lives in. We will specify the hardware, software and integration — with UAE pricing.
