Elgato
Elgato Facecam
1080p60
86
/ 100
From $199
VS
Opal C1 wins by 1
Opal
Opal C1
4K Sony IMX378 · True-to-life color
87
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict
Opal C1 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Elgato Facecam lands at 86 and Opal C1 at 87. That puts Opal C1 ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Elgato Facecam if…
- ✓USB-C connectivity (modern)
- ✓Auto framing (some)
- ✓Software tuning
Pick Opal C1 if…
- ✓Mirrorless-quality image
- ✓Built-in mic array
- ✓Solid software
Elgato Facecam 86
vs 87 Opal C1
Score breakdown
Elgato Facecam
86 image 84
features 86
build 86
value 82
Opal C1
87 image 94
features 82
build 90
value 78
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Elgato Facecam | Opal C1 |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | ▲ 1080p60 | 4K / 30 fps |
| Sensor | — | Sony IMX378 1/2.3″ |
| Connectivity | — | USB-C |
Elgato Facecam
Pros
- +USB-C connectivity (modern)
- +Auto framing (some)
- +Software tuning
Cons
- −Fixed focal length on most
- −Low-light varies wildly
- −Mounting can be fiddly
Opal C1
Pros
- +Mirrorless-quality image
- +Built-in mic array
- +Solid software
Cons
- −macOS favoured, Windows lags
- −Premium price
- −Software required
FAQ: Elgato Facecam vs Opal C1
Which is better, Elgato Facecam or Opal C1? +
Opal C1 scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Elgato Facecam worth the price? +
At $199, Elgato Facecam delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in features.
Is Opal C1 worth the price? +
At $299, Opal C1 delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in image.
Does Elgato Facecam or Opal C1 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.