Eufy
Eufy SoloCam S40 (1080p)
Security/dash cam · 1080p
82
/ 100
From $150
VS
Elgato Facecam MK.2 wins by 5
Elgato
Elgato Facecam MK.2
1080p60 · Sony STARVIS 2 · Creator-focused
87
/ 100
From $149
Specdex verdict
Elgato Facecam MK.2 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Eufy SoloCam S40 (1080p) lands at 82 and Elgato Facecam MK.2 at 87. That puts Elgato Facecam MK.2 ahead by 5 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Eufy SoloCam S40 (1080p) if…
- ✓Weatherproof (most)
- ✓Night vision
- ✓Cloud + local storage options
Pick Elgato Facecam MK.2 if…
- ✓Excellent low-light
- ✓Full manual control in Camera Hub
- ✓Fixed-focus = no hunting
Eufy SoloCam S40 (1080p) 82
vs 87 Elgato Facecam MK.2
Score breakdown
Eufy SoloCam S40 (1080p)
82 image 78
features 82
build 86
value 82
Elgato Facecam MK.2
87 image 90
features 86
build 90
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Eufy SoloCam S40 (1080p) | Elgato Facecam MK.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Security/dash cam | — |
| Resolution | 1080p | 1080p60 |
| Release year | 2022 | — |
| Sensor | — | Sony STARVIS 2 |
| Connectivity | — | USB-C |
Eufy SoloCam S40 (1080p)
Pros
- +Weatherproof (most)
- +Night vision
- +Cloud + local storage options
Cons
- −Cloud storage subscription
- −Wi-Fi dependency
- −Privacy considerations
Elgato Facecam MK.2
Pros
- +Excellent low-light
- +Full manual control in Camera Hub
- +Fixed-focus = no hunting
Cons
- −No 4K (1080p60 ceiling)
- −No built-in mic
- −Pricey for 1080p
FAQ: Eufy SoloCam S40 (1080p) vs Elgato Facecam MK.2
Which is better, Eufy SoloCam S40 (1080p) or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +
Elgato Facecam MK.2 scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 5. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Eufy SoloCam S40 (1080p) worth the price? +
At $150, Eufy SoloCam S40 (1080p) delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in build.
Is Elgato Facecam MK.2 worth the price? +
At $149, Elgato Facecam MK.2 delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in image.
Does Eufy SoloCam S40 (1080p) or Elgato Facecam MK.2 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.