Elgato
Elgato Facecam MK.2
1080p60
87
/ 100
From $149
VS
Elgato Facecam Pro wins by 2
Elgato
Elgato Facecam Pro
4K60
89
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict
Elgato Facecam Pro takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Elgato Facecam MK.2 lands at 87 and Elgato Facecam Pro at 89. That puts Elgato Facecam Pro ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Elgato Facecam MK.2 if…
- ✓USB-C connectivity (modern)
- ✓Auto framing (some)
- ✓Software tuning
Pick Elgato Facecam Pro if…
- ✓USB-C connectivity (modern)
- ✓Auto framing (some)
- ✓Software tuning
Elgato Facecam MK.2 87
vs 89 Elgato Facecam Pro
Score breakdown
Elgato Facecam MK.2
87 image 85
features 87
build 86
value 82
Elgato Facecam Pro
89 image 87
features 89
build 86
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Elgato Facecam MK.2 | Elgato Facecam Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | ▲ 1080p60 | 4K60 |
Elgato Facecam MK.2
Pros
- +USB-C connectivity (modern)
- +Auto framing (some)
- +Software tuning
Cons
- −Fixed focal length on most
- −Low-light varies wildly
- −Mounting can be fiddly
Elgato Facecam Pro
Pros
- +USB-C connectivity (modern)
- +Auto framing (some)
- +Software tuning
Cons
- −Fixed focal length on most
- −Low-light varies wildly
- −Mounting can be fiddly
FAQ: Elgato Facecam MK.2 vs Elgato Facecam Pro
Which is better, Elgato Facecam MK.2 or Elgato Facecam Pro? +
Elgato Facecam Pro scores 89 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Elgato Facecam MK.2 worth the price? +
At $149, Elgato Facecam MK.2 delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in features.
Is Elgato Facecam Pro worth the price? +
At $299, Elgato Facecam Pro delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in features.
Does Elgato Facecam MK.2 or Elgato Facecam Pro last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.