Opal
Opal C1
4K Sony IMX378 · True-to-life color
87
/ 100
From $299
VS
Elgato Facecam Pro wins by 2
Elgato
Elgato Facecam Pro
4K60
89
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict
Elgato Facecam Pro takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Opal C1 lands at 87 and Elgato Facecam Pro at 89. That puts Elgato Facecam Pro ahead by 2 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 Pro if…
- ✓USB-C connectivity (modern)
- ✓Auto framing (some)
- ✓Software tuning
Opal C1 87
vs 89 Elgato Facecam Pro
Score breakdown
Opal C1
87 image 94
features 82
build 90
value 78
Elgato Facecam Pro
89 image 87
features 89
build 86
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Opal C1 | Elgato Facecam Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Sony IMX378 1/2.3″ | — |
| Resolution | 4K / 30 fps | 4K60 |
| 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 Pro
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 Pro
Which is better, Opal C1 or Elgato Facecam Pro? +
Elgato Facecam Pro scores 89 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. 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 Pro worth the price? +
At $299, Elgato Facecam Pro delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in features.
Does Opal C1 or Elgato Facecam Pro 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.