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Logitech StreamCam — 1080p
Logitech

Logitech StreamCam

1080p

80
/ 100
From $169
VS
Elgato Facecam MK.2 wins by 7
Elgato Facecam MK.2 — 1080p60
Elgato

Elgato Facecam MK.2

1080p60

87
/ 100
From $149
Specdex verdict

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

In our weighted Specdex score, Logitech StreamCam lands at 80 and Elgato Facecam MK.2 at 87. That puts Elgato Facecam MK.2 ahead by 7 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Logitech StreamCam if…

  • ✓USB-C connectivity (modern)
  • ✓Auto framing (some)
  • ✓Software tuning

Pick Elgato Facecam MK.2 if…

  • ✓USB-C connectivity (modern)
  • ✓Auto framing (some)
  • ✓Software tuning
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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 78).

Value for money

Elgato Facecam MK.2

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Elgato Facecam MK.2 more score per dollar ($149 vs $169).

Logitech StreamCam 80
vs
87 Elgato Facecam MK.2

Score breakdown

Logitech StreamCam
80
image 78
features 80
build 86
value 82
Elgato Facecam MK.2
87
image 85
features 87
build 86
value 82

Specs side-by-side

Logitech StreamCam versus Elgato Facecam MK.2 — full spec comparison
Spec Logitech StreamCam Elgato Facecam MK.2
Resolution
1080p
1080p60

Logitech StreamCam

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 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

FAQ: Logitech StreamCam vs Elgato Facecam MK.2

Which is better, Logitech StreamCam or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +

Elgato Facecam MK.2 scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 7. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Logitech StreamCam worth the price? +

At $169, Logitech StreamCam delivers a Specdex score of 80 — 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 features.

Does Logitech StreamCam 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.

Which is better for features, Logitech StreamCam or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +

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

Which is better for image, Logitech StreamCam or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +

Elgato Facecam MK.2 — leads on image (85 vs 78). Compared on the image sub-score.