how do these compare to Caran d'ache Neopastels oil?

The Caran d'Ache Neopastel is an oil/wax pastel and the Faber-Castel soft pastels are dry, soft, and powdery. Beyond that very important difference (apples and oranges, really), there is a very large difference in quality and expectations here. So, for instance, no one using the Faber-Castel soft pastels should expect the pigments they are using to be lightfast, whereas Neopastels are each rated for lightfastness and, the last time I checked, they were mostly good to excellent in this regard. So, it's impossible to come up with a comparison here that makes sense. Hope this helps.

Are these full or half stick size?

Half stick - 1 1/8". I might add that mine came from England, shipped in a box much larger than the Faber-Castel box with no packing at all. I expected a disaster but the sticks were so well and tightly packed in the Faber -Castell box (which itself comes in a tightly fitted sleeve) that the pastels came through completely unscathed.

How did this set differ from the faber-castell creative studio soft pastel half sticks box of 48 sold at the same price?

Not familiar with the 48 box set. I have the 72 set which I think are great. Might be a difference in pastel length, but really can't verify that. Could also be a different range of color, but not certain of that either.

mine were mini and not oil....love them

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Faber-Castell Fc128272 Creative Studio Soft Pastel Crayons (72 Pack), Assorted

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Colour
ASSORTED
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Assorted
Writing instrument form
Crayon

🎨72 vivid, blendable pastel shades

🧳Sturdy travel-friendly box

🖌️Soft texture for fine details & smooth shading

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🎨 Elevate your art game with 72 shades of pure creative freedom!

MESS FREE CREATIVITY - Easily smudge or wipe colors with fingers or brushes for flawless blending
ON THE GO INSPIRATION - Durable, compact box designed for creative professionals who travel
UNLEASH YOUR INNER ARTIST - 72 intense, blendable colors to elevate every masterpiece
PRECISION MEETS VERSATILITY - Soft pastel crayons perfect for detailed lines and broad shading
TRUSTED QUALITY FROM GERMANY - Faber-Castell’s premium pigments ensure vibrant, lasting artwork

Faber-Castell Creative Studio Soft Pastel Crayons (72 Pack) offer a professional-grade, blendable pastel experience with 72 vivid colors housed in a sturdy, travel-ready box. Ideal for detailed drawing and smooth shading, these soft crayons allow easy smudging and wiping, making them perfect for artists and creative professionals seeking vibrant, versatile tools.

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ASIN	B000I5MNNO
Additional Features	Blendable
Age Range Description	Kid
Animal Theme	no animal theme
Best Sellers Rank	#9,966 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #14 in Art Crayons
Body Shape	Rectangular
Brand Name	Faber-Castell
Closure Type	Twist
Color	ASSORTED
Country of Publication	Germany
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (8,301)
Drill Point	Round
Global Trade Identification Number	00798804848118, 04005401282723
Grip Type	Smooth
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Ink Base	Pigment
Ink Color	Assorted
Item Diameter	1.9 Centimeters
Item Dimensions	178 x 250 x 19 centimeters
Item Weight	0.54 Grams
Line Size	1_0_1_9mm
Manufacturer	FABER-CASTELL
Material Type	Wax
Model Name	Softpastellkreide mini
Model Number	128272
Recommended Uses For Product	art projects, sketching, painting, school art education, hobby crafting
Style	Pastels
Theme	Artistic Expression
UPC	798804848118
Unit Count	1.0 Pack
Writing Instrument Form	Crayon
Writing Technique	cake

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