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Nest Cam (Outdoor) (4K) — Security/dash cam · 4K
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Nest Cam (Outdoor) (4K)

Security/dash cam · 4K

84
/ 100
From $180
VS
Elgato Facecam MK.2 wins by 3
Elgato Facecam MK.2 — 1080p60 · Sony STARVIS 2 · Creator-focused
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, Nest Cam (Outdoor) (4K) lands at 84 and Elgato Facecam MK.2 at 87. That puts Elgato Facecam MK.2 ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Nest Cam (Outdoor) (4K) 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
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Winner by scenario

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

Build

Elgato Facecam MK.2

Compared on the build sub-score

Elgato Facecam MK.2 leads on build (90 vs 86).

Image

Elgato Facecam MK.2

Compared on the image sub-score

Elgato Facecam MK.2 leads on image (90 vs 80).

Features

Elgato Facecam MK.2

Compared on the features sub-score

Elgato Facecam MK.2 leads on features (86 vs 84).

Value for money

Elgato Facecam MK.2

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Elgato Facecam MK.2 more score per dollar ($149 vs $180).

Nest Cam (Outdoor) (4K) 84
vs
87 Elgato Facecam MK.2

Score breakdown

Nest Cam (Outdoor) (4K)
84
image 80
features 84
build 86
value 82
Elgato Facecam MK.2
87
image 90
features 86
build 90
value 82

Specs side-by-side

Nest Cam (Outdoor) (4K) versus Elgato Facecam MK.2 — full spec comparison
Spec Nest Cam (Outdoor) (4K) Elgato Facecam MK.2
Type
Security/dash cam
—
Resolution
4K
▲ 1080p60
Release year
2021
—
Sensor
—
Sony STARVIS 2
Connectivity
—
USB-C

Nest Cam (Outdoor) (4K)

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: Nest Cam (Outdoor) (4K) vs Elgato Facecam MK.2

Which is better, Nest Cam (Outdoor) (4K) or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +

Elgato Facecam MK.2 scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Nest Cam (Outdoor) (4K) worth the price? +

At $180, Nest Cam (Outdoor) (4K) delivers a Specdex score of 84 — 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 Nest Cam (Outdoor) (4K) 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 build, Nest Cam (Outdoor) (4K) or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +

Elgato Facecam MK.2 — leads on build (90 vs 86). Compared on the build sub-score.

Which is better for image, Nest Cam (Outdoor) (4K) or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +

Elgato Facecam MK.2 — leads on image (90 vs 80). Compared on the image sub-score.