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Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) — Security/dash cam · 1080p
Wyze

Wyze Cam v3 (1080p)

Security/dash cam · 1080p

76
/ 100
From $36
VS
Elgato Facecam MK.2 wins by 11
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, Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) lands at 76 and Elgato Facecam MK.2 at 87. That puts Elgato Facecam MK.2 ahead by 11 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) 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 72).

Features

Elgato Facecam MK.2

Compared on the features sub-score

Elgato Facecam MK.2 leads on features (86 vs 76).

Value for money

Wyze Cam v3 (1080p)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) more score per dollar ($36 vs $149).

Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) 76
vs
87 Elgato Facecam MK.2

Score breakdown

Wyze Cam v3 (1080p)
76
image 72
features 76
build 86
value 82
Elgato Facecam MK.2
87
image 90
features 86
build 90
value 82

Specs side-by-side

Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) versus Elgato Facecam MK.2 — full spec comparison
Spec Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) Elgato Facecam MK.2
Type
Security/dash cam
—
Resolution
1080p
1080p60
Release year
2020
—
Sensor
—
Sony STARVIS 2
Connectivity
—
USB-C

Wyze Cam v3 (1080p)

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: Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) vs Elgato Facecam MK.2

Which is better, Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +

Elgato Facecam MK.2 scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 11. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) worth the price? +

At $36, Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) delivers a Specdex score of 76 — 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 Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) 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, Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) 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, Wyze Cam v3 (1080p) or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +

Elgato Facecam MK.2 — leads on image (90 vs 72). Compared on the image sub-score.