Prismacolor vs Faber Castell: What's Your Pick?

Otmar838

This discussion will explore the differences between Prismacolor Premier and Faber Castell Polychromos colored pencils. We will discuss the pros and cons of each type and which is better suited for different types of artwork. We will also talk about which type of pencil is better for specific projects and which is the most cost effective. Finally, we will share our personal experiences with each type of pencil so that others can benefit from our knowledge.

Lyubomila_cherkasenko

I have used both the Prismacolor Premiers and the Faber Castell Polychromos and both have their own strengths and weaknesses.

Let me tell you why I think these are both great pencil sets:

Prismacolor Premiers:

Larger variety of colors than Polychromos
Relatively soft cores for easy blending
The range of light to dark is quite large to provide a variety of shading options

Faber Castell Polychromos:

Possesses great "bounce" while coloring - they almost seem to float over your paper
Far less wax-buildup than the Prismacolors
Vibrant pigmentation with amazing lightfastness

If pressed to choose though, I would say that I prefer the Polychromos overall. The superior lightfastness of the pencils make them ideal for any kind of permanent artwork. I love the feel of them when coloring and the vibrant pigmentation.

If you want to learn more about these pencils, I recommend checking out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXNerPShhko

Overall, both Prismacolor Premiers and Faber Castell Polychromos are excellent choices with each having its own unique strengths and characteristics. I think it is best to try out both sets to see which one you like best.

smallpanda100

My preference is Prismacolor Premier pencils. I’ve found they provide superior performance and results due to their rich, creamy texture and ultra-smooth gliding quality. With Prismacolor pencils, I’m also able to achieve an amazing range of vibrant colors.

The core of Prismacolor Premier pencils is made of superior quality, lightfast pigments which lend them greater covering capacity and excellent fading resistance. The soft, thick 3.8 mm leads provide better lay down and less frequent sharpenings. Furthermore, the pencils are resistant to breakage and pressure.

Faber Castell Polychromos are made with very high-quality pigments and lightfastness in mind, however, I find the leads to be quite hard and the colors less vivid in comparison to the Prismacolor pencils. They are a great pencil for those who draw harder, darker lines, however Prismacolor offers a smoother, velvety laydown for smoother blending and color gradation.

Overall, I greatly prefer Prismacolor Premier pencils for their excellent blending, vivid colors, and smooth laydown. Whether you’re an experienced artist or a beginner, I highly recommend them! You can read more about the differences between Prismacolor and Faber Castell Polychromos here: https://brushsetc.com/p-vs-f/.