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Opal C1 — 4K Sony IMX378 · True-to-life color
Opal

Opal C1

4K Sony IMX378 · True-to-life color

87
/ 100
From $299
VS
Elgato Facecam MK.2 — 1080p60
Elgato

Elgato Facecam MK.2

1080p60

87
/ 100
From $149
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Opal C1 lands at 87 and Elgato Facecam MK.2 at 87. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Opal C1 if…

  • ✓Mirrorless-quality image
  • ✓Built-in mic array
  • ✓Solid software

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

Image

Opal C1

Compared on the image sub-score

Opal C1 leads on image (94 vs 85).

Build

Opal C1

Compared on the build sub-score

Opal C1 leads on build (90 vs 86).

Features

Elgato Facecam MK.2

Compared on the features sub-score

Elgato Facecam MK.2 leads on features (87 vs 82).

Value for money

Elgato Facecam MK.2

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Elgato Facecam MK.2 more score per dollar ($149 vs $299).

Opal C1 87
vs
87 Elgato Facecam MK.2

Score breakdown

Opal C1
87
image 94
features 82
build 90
value 78
Elgato Facecam MK.2
87
image 85
features 87
build 86
value 82

Specs side-by-side

Opal C1 versus Elgato Facecam MK.2 — full spec comparison
Spec Opal C1 Elgato Facecam MK.2
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 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: Opal C1 vs Elgato Facecam MK.2

Which is better, Opal C1 or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +

Both score 87 on our weighted rubric — tied. 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 MK.2 worth the price? +

At $149, Elgato Facecam MK.2 delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in features.

Does Opal C1 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 image, Opal C1 or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +

Opal C1 — leads on image (94 vs 85). Compared on the image sub-score.

Which is better for build, Opal C1 or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +

Opal C1 — leads on build (90 vs 86). Compared on the build sub-score.