Zeis VS. DMIS based CMM's

[bryjarmoc]

Our company is purchasing an Automated CMM. I have had experience in programming/operating Brown & Sharpe CMM's with PCDMIS software. It seems the Zeis "sales pitch" caters to the person that knows nothing about CMM's or programming of CMM's (more user friendly for the beginner). My concern is that Zeis will limit the advanced programmer.

Has anyone used both of these programs extensively? If so, what are the good points/bad points of each?

Thanks