As part of Xilam’s global animation pipeline, Xilam Vietnam has established itself as a high-quality 2D animation studio specializing in international TV series and feature films. Based in Vietnam, the studio focuses on technically precise animation while supporting artists with industry-standard tools and workflows. Xilam Vietnam’s mission is to blend artistic excellence with efficiency, ensuring smooth collaboration across layout, animation, cleanup, color and background departments.
Why Wacom Is Essential to Xilam Vietnam’s Workflow
To support complex, long-form productions, Xilam Vietnam relies on a set of industry-standard Wacom tools:
Wacom Cintiq 22HD / 2260HD: Used primarily by animation teams and some background artists.
Wacom Intuos 3 / 4: Used for simple background tasks and supplementary work.
These devices were chosen for key reasons:
- Industry standard: Reliability and precision for long-term projects (series/films).
- Natural drawing experience: Pressure sensitivity and responsiveness for clean linework and frame-by-frame animation.
- Ergonomics & stability: Reduces fatigue and ensures seamless integration with professional software.
What the Creative Team Says
Xilam Vietnam’s supervisors and leads share firsthand insights into how Wacom supports their craft:
“Wacom performs better at detailing and line work compared to other tablets, and it’s also faster for color grading. In terms of precision, it makes checking colors and managing lines easier. With the new Wacom device, colors are displayed more accurately.” – Nguyễn Đăng Nguyên, Background Supervisor
“For me, Wacom remains the most reliable and suitable brand for professional production environments. Compared to other tablets, particularly the Cintiq series, Wacom offers superior pressure sensitivity, precise accuracy, and smooth performance when handling large files on a PC. In addition, its durability ensures consistent stability even after many years of use. For animation studios and large-scale projects, I find Wacom to be more efficient and optimal than tablets, which are primarily designed for personal portability.” – Bùi Linh Ân, Animation Lead
“I have used two types of Wacom Cintiq, DTK-2200 and DTK-2260. I found the newer version to have a few advantages: it doesn’t overheat, the drawing lines are smoother, it’s more suitable for different desk heights, and it’s lighter to move around.” – Mã Bá Hùng, Layout Supervisor
“The Wacom Cintiq features buttons that are easy to set up with shortcuts, making workflow more efficient. I find it more intuitive to use, and the display allows me to see my drawings with greater clarity.” – Huỳnh Kim Hoa, Layout Lead
“Wacom is highly convenient and easy to use, offering multifunctional features along with a very effective stylus. The non-slip screen provides a natural drawing experience, closely resembling the feel of drawing on paper. Overall, I truly enjoy working with Wacom.” – Lê Phương Thảo, Animation Lead
How Wacom Supports Every Stage of Production
Wacom is used across all stages:
- Roughs
- Keyframes
- In-betweening
- Cleanup
- Backgrounds
You can explore examples of Xilam Vietnam’s work here:
Advice for Aspiring Creators
Xilam Vietnam shares practical advice for 2D animators:
- Master the basics first — Movement, timing, and clean lines over speed.
- Use reliable tools — Choose devices (like Wacom) to refine traditional techniques.
- Practice with patience — Excellence comes from repetition and attention to detail.
