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Elgato Facecam MK.2 — 1080p60
Elgato

Elgato Facecam MK.2

1080p60

87
/ 100
From $149
VS
Elgato Facecam MK.2 wins by 7
Wyze Cam v4 (1080p) — Security/dash cam · 1080p
Wyze

Wyze Cam v4 (1080p)

Security/dash cam · 1080p

80
/ 100
From $50
Specdex verdict

Elgato Facecam MK.2 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Elgato Facecam MK.2 lands at 87 and Wyze Cam v4 (1080p) at 80. That puts Elgato Facecam MK.2 ahead by 7 points — a decisive 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 Wyze Cam v4 (1080p) if…

  • ✓Weatherproof (most)
  • ✓Night vision
  • ✓Cloud + local storage options
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Build

Tie

Compared on the build sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Features

Elgato Facecam MK.2

Compared on the features sub-score

Elgato Facecam MK.2 leads on features (87 vs 80).

Image

Elgato Facecam MK.2

Compared on the image sub-score

Elgato Facecam MK.2 leads on image (85 vs 76).

Value for money

Wyze Cam v4 (1080p)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Wyze Cam v4 (1080p) more score per dollar ($50 vs $149).

Elgato Facecam MK.2 87
vs
80 Wyze Cam v4 (1080p)

Score breakdown

Elgato Facecam MK.2
87
image 85
features 87
build 86
value 82
Wyze Cam v4 (1080p)
80
image 76
features 80
build 86
value 82

Specs side-by-side

Elgato Facecam MK.2 versus Wyze Cam v4 (1080p) — full spec comparison
Spec Elgato Facecam MK.2 Wyze Cam v4 (1080p)
Resolution
1080p60
1080p
Type
—
Security/dash cam
Release year
—
2024

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

Wyze Cam v4 (1080p)

Pros
  • +Weatherproof (most)
  • +Night vision
  • +Cloud + local storage options
Cons
  • −Cloud storage subscription
  • −Wi-Fi dependency
  • −Privacy considerations

FAQ: Elgato Facecam MK.2 vs Wyze Cam v4 (1080p)

Which is better, Elgato Facecam MK.2 or Wyze Cam v4 (1080p)? +

Elgato Facecam MK.2 scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 7. 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 Wyze Cam v4 (1080p) worth the price? +

At $50, Wyze Cam v4 (1080p) delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in build.

Does Elgato Facecam MK.2 or Wyze Cam v4 (1080p) 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.

Which is better for features, Elgato Facecam MK.2 or Wyze Cam v4 (1080p)? +

Elgato Facecam MK.2 — leads on features (87 vs 80). Compared on the features sub-score.

Which is better for image, Elgato Facecam MK.2 or Wyze Cam v4 (1080p)? +

Elgato Facecam MK.2 — leads on image (85 vs 76). Compared on the image sub-score.