Iwata eclipse vs revolution

In this post I am going to give you an overall view of the full IWATA range of airbrushes and present you the complete Iwata airbrushed comparison chart.

Iwata is a Japanese leading manufacturer of high quality airbrushes  for both  professional and amateurs.

Each Iwata airbrush series have a different function, from the budget NEO  series to the absolute precision tool that is the Custom Micron (CM) series, through the more versatile Eclipse series.

But with so many options (Neo, Eclipse, Micron, Revolution…), it’s easy to get lost — we’re here to help you find your ideal Iwata airbrush.

Here are the best IWATA airbrushes:

TOP 1 – Iwata Eclipse HP-CS Airbrush: The Most Versatile

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• Dual-action with 0.35 mm nozzle
• Gravity feed, integrated cup
• Versatile: basecoats, lining, gradients
• Compatible with most paints without heavy thinning
• Easy to clean thanks to drop-in nozzle
• Widely used, spare parts are easy to find

The Iwata Eclipse HP-CS is often the first real upgrade for painters looking for a reliable, precise airbrush that can do it all.

While the Eclipse 0.5mm nozzle is similar in design to the H&S nozzle, where the tip is of the same material as the rest of the nozzle body, the Eclipse 0.35mm nozzle has the typical, small Iwata nozzle fitted at the tip (screwed or pressed in, I can’t remember).

The Revolution nozzle is about 5mm long;

The Eclipse nozzle (the 0.5mm without the typical nozzle tip) is about 15mm long;

Bought the Eclipse: cost wasn’t that bad because of the sale.

The NEO is the only budget airbrush with a 5 years warranty

The Iwata Revolution series is very  affordable range of Iwata  airbrushes with a simple   and elegant design  perfect for new starter but also more experience airbrush artists. But, you don’t have to take the tip out of the cone to clean it, you just unscrew the head and the cone will drop out.

More advanced users will prefer the Hi-Line HP-BH or Micron CM-C Plus for ultra-precise work.

This is a specialist tool, made for those seeking the best possible result with no compromises.

Our opinion: A precision machine built for demanding, experienced painters.

Conclusion: 4.9/5

Which IWATA Airbrush Should You Choose Based on Your Painter Profile?

• The Neo CN is ideal for a beginner with a small budget.
• The Revolution HP-CR suits a serious beginner or general-purpose use.
• The Eclipse HP-CS is recommended for intermediate users seeking versatility.
• The Hi-Line HP-BH is perfect for detail enthusiasts and precision painting.
• The TRN2 / HP-TH is great for those who prefer a trigger or work on large surfaces.
• The Micron CM-C Plus is aimed at experts or professionals needing extreme precision.

FAQ: Choosing and Using Your IWATA Airbrush

Which feed type should I choose: gravity or suction?

Gravity feed is ideal for small amounts of paint and offers better precision.

They are easy to use and clean, which is what you are looking for when you start airbrushing. CR doe everything i need it to do hence why i sold the CS.

As has been said the main difference is the nozzle design, the Revolution using the typical Iwata type of nozzle which is more or less a small screw in tip & the Eclipse using a drop in system similar to what you are accustomed to.

The smaller screw in nozzle design does have it’s pros + cons - it’s generally made of harder material than a drop in nozzle, so can last longer, but it is tiny making it troublesome to handle & on occasion the nozzle tip can break away leaving the threaded section behind in the airbrush.