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48GX feel vs 50G Message #1 Posted by martin on 6 May 2007, 9:10 a.m. Hi I have a 48GX for a couple of years now and want to switch to a 50G. I came accustomed to the quality "feel" (keystroke pressing) of the 48. How does the 50G key pressing feel vs the 48? Regards

Re: 48GX feel vs 50G Message #2 Posted by Hal Bitton on 6 May 2007, 10:38 a.m., in response to message #1 by martin The detents on the 50G aren't quite as firm as on the 48G, but they're not bad (I understand they are a great improvement over early 49 series keys). The thing you'll miss the most is the enter key too small and in the wrong place!! On the up side, the 50G has a fantastic display. It will display textbook format right on the stack, which all but renders the equation writer a moot point (why use the algebriac equation writer when you can build an equation right on the stack using RPN keystrokes!). My call...get a 50G, but keep your 48GX :) Best regards, Hal

Re: 48GX feel vs 50G Message #3 Posted by Tim Wessman on 6 May 2007, 10:51 a.m., in response to message #1 by martin The key travel length is about twice as long. This means it doesn't feel as sharp or defined. 50G is still great though. TW

Re: 48GX feel vs 50G Message #4 Posted by martin on 6 May 2007, 11:07 a.m., in response to message #3 by Tim Wessman Thanx guys. I'm starting my calculus studies again and it seemed that the 50G can do more in that area than the 48. I stay in South-Africa and the price difference is huge. I will end up paying equal to $222 for my 50G. I don't want to buy such an expensive calculator to find I bought an inferior (low quality) product. Again, Thanx for all the info. Regards

Re: 48GX feel vs 50G Message #5 Posted by cfh on 7 May 2007, 8:12 a.m., in response to message #4 by martin Quote: Thanx guys. I'm starting my calculus studies again and it seemed that the 50G can do more in that area than the 48. I stay in South-Africa and the price difference is huge. I will end up paying equal to $222 for my 50G. I don't want to buy such an expensive calculator to find I bought an inferior (low quality) product. Again, Thanx for all the info. Regards Hi! I live in Europe (Sweden), price diff is huge (and 25% VAT *ouch*) Get one from hpcalc.org. Paypal and you'll have one in 5 working days. Must say, you must have one. Must. Remember must, you will, my young apprentice. [Master Yoda] /cfh

Re: 48GX feel vs 50G Message #6 Posted by martin on 14 May 2007, 1:47 a.m., in response to message #5 by cfh The force was strong with this one. I couldn't help myself. I lusted after this calculator for two solid weeks! Drove this weekend to my local HP shop and bought it. What a piece of machine it is! Thanks for all the input. I love the feel of it. Quality looks "cheaper" than the 48, but it feels solid and works like a charm. Strangely enough I love the feel of the key strokes. Regards

Re: 48GX feel vs 50G Message #7 Posted by ECL on 15 May 2007, 2:47 p.m., in response to message #4 by martin I must ask, why do you feel the need to use a calculator in your studies of calculus? This question is really only valid if you are referring to the basic undergraduate courses. Just a thought, and good luck! ECL

Re: 48GX feel vs 50G Message #8 Posted by martin on 16 May 2007, 1:57 a.m., in response to message #7 by ECL It helps me to understand the concepts better. I use it as a learning tool.

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