Wyze
Wyze Cam v4 (4K)
Security/dash cam · 4K
80
/ 100
From $50
VS
Elgato Facecam MK.2 wins by 7
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 v4 (4K) lands at 80 and Elgato Facecam MK.2 at 87. That puts Elgato Facecam MK.2 ahead by 7 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Wyze Cam v4 (4K) 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
Wyze Cam v4 (4K) 80
vs 87 Elgato Facecam MK.2
Score breakdown
Wyze Cam v4 (4K)
80 image 76
features 80
build 86
value 82
Elgato Facecam MK.2
87 image 90
features 86
build 90
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Wyze Cam v4 (4K) | Elgato Facecam MK.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Security/dash cam | — |
| Resolution | 4K | ▲ 1080p60 |
| Release year | 2024 | — |
| Sensor | — | Sony STARVIS 2 |
| Connectivity | — | USB-C |
Wyze Cam v4 (4K)
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 v4 (4K) vs Elgato Facecam MK.2
Which is better, Wyze Cam v4 (4K) or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +
Elgato Facecam MK.2 scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 7. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Wyze Cam v4 (4K) worth the price? +
At $50, Wyze Cam v4 (4K) delivers a Specdex score of 80 — 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 v4 (4K) 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.