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