Opal
Opal Tadpole
2K
84
/ 100
From $175
VS
Opal C1 wins by 3
Opal
Opal C1
4K Sony IMX378 · True-to-life color
87
/ 100
From $299
Specdex verdict
Opal C1 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Opal Tadpole lands at 84 and Opal C1 at 87. That puts Opal C1 ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Opal Tadpole if…
- ✓USB-C connectivity (modern)
- ✓Auto framing (some)
- ✓Software tuning
Pick Opal C1 if…
- ✓Mirrorless-quality image
- ✓Built-in mic array
- ✓Solid software
Opal Tadpole 84
vs 87 Opal C1
Score breakdown
Opal Tadpole
84 image 82
features 84
build 86
value 82
Opal C1
87 image 94
features 82
build 90
value 78
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Opal Tadpole | Opal C1 |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 2K | ▲ 4K / 30 fps |
| Sensor | — | Sony IMX378 1/2.3″ |
| Connectivity | — | USB-C |
Opal Tadpole
Pros
- +USB-C connectivity (modern)
- +Auto framing (some)
- +Software tuning
Cons
- −Fixed focal length on most
- −Low-light varies wildly
- −Mounting can be fiddly
Opal C1
Pros
- +Mirrorless-quality image
- +Built-in mic array
- +Solid software
Cons
- −macOS favoured, Windows lags
- −Premium price
- −Software required
FAQ: Opal Tadpole vs Opal C1
Which is better, Opal Tadpole or Opal C1? +
Opal C1 scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Opal Tadpole worth the price? +
At $175, Opal Tadpole delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in build.
Is Opal C1 worth the price? +
At $299, Opal C1 delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in image.
Does Opal Tadpole or Opal C1 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.