Wyze
Wyze Pan v3 (2K)
Security/dash cam · 2K
78
/ 100
From $50
VS
Elgato Facecam MK.2 wins by 9
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 Pan v3 (2K) lands at 78 and Elgato Facecam MK.2 at 87. That puts Elgato Facecam MK.2 ahead by 9 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Wyze Pan v3 (2K) 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 Pan v3 (2K) 78
vs 87 Elgato Facecam MK.2
Score breakdown
Wyze Pan v3 (2K)
78 image 74
features 78
build 86
value 82
Elgato Facecam MK.2
87 image 90
features 86
build 90
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Wyze Pan v3 (2K) | Elgato Facecam MK.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Security/dash cam | — |
| Resolution | 2K | ▲ 1080p60 |
| Release year | 2022 | — |
| Sensor | — | Sony STARVIS 2 |
| Connectivity | — | USB-C |
Wyze Pan v3 (2K)
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 Pan v3 (2K) vs Elgato Facecam MK.2
Which is better, Wyze Pan v3 (2K) or Elgato Facecam MK.2? +
Elgato Facecam MK.2 scores 87 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 9. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Wyze Pan v3 (2K) worth the price? +
At $50, Wyze Pan v3 (2K) delivers a Specdex score of 78 — 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 Pan v3 (2K) 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.