Is Elgato Facecam Pro 4k Worth the Hype? In-Depth Review and Camera Hub Tutorial

Check out this In-Depth Review of the Elgato Facecam Pro 4K and see if it's the right webcam for you! In this video, we'll go over the features, pros and cons of the Facecam Pro 4k, and give you a Camera Hub Software Tutorial to help you get the best image from the Face Cam Pro 4K.
If you're looking for a camera to take your videography and streaming to the next level, be sure to check out the Elgato Facecam Pro 4K! This camera is perfect for anyone looking to capture high quality videos and photos. With the Elgato Camera Hub Software, you'll be able to get the most out of your Facecam Pro 4K!
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[@SylverDreamer85]

All of the videos I've found on the FaceCam Pro has been about how cool it is, this is the first I've found that goes through a straightforward tutorial. Thank you for this!

[@Blasten]

I’m so glad it could help!

[@bimasatriaa]

Man i suddenly found your channel, and im grateful for that. Keep up the good work, u deserve millions of subs!

[@Blasten]

Welcome aboard! And thank you so much!!

[@KyngShadow]

this is the best video on the facecam pro, i'm buying this as a gift for my friend and I was concerned about setup and this makes things so much easier.

[@Blasten]

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad the video was helpful for you and that it made the setup process easier. Your friend is going to love the Facecam Pro as a gift!

[@user-mg7ez3og3y]

Your reviews and insights are truly valuable. Keep up the great work!

[@Blasten]

Thanks, will do!

[@GarlandCoulson]

Thank you for this review and the in-depth information you have provided. I do love Elgato products and found your video very helpful to my decision-making process

[@Blasten]

Really glad it could help you find what you needed.

[@alexusadair3763]

So helpful and detailed for a new streamer (me). Thank you so much for helping me find a new cam!

[@Blasten]

Happy to help!

[@SometimesIReview]

out of every video i’ve watched a million subscribers to 1000, easily the best video because you did true to life settings. splendid. insane quality video. truly might be one of the best youtubers i’ve ever seen.

[@Blasten]

Thank you so much for your kind words.

[@SometimesIReview]

@@Blasten truly mean it. been in the game a long time from hosting xda developers xda tv until now and I’ve never seen something so perfectly balanced. can i ask - you think rebel t7 with a few lenses or facecam pro for my content? i’m torn. on one end i get the facecam pro on amazon business for $200, or a kit someone is selling for the t7 for 350

[@Danilla-Ice]

Thank you for this video! Very helpful.

[@Blasten]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kahatanna7]

Great tutorial and review

[@toenail]

you just helped me pick my next webcam, thank you..

[@Blasten]

Heck yeah bro.

[@TylerMoultonCPA]

I’ve seen several videos now on this camera and this is by far one of the better ones if not the best. Nice work

[@Blasten]

This truly means the world to me, thank you immensely! A lot of time and heart goes into creating these videos, and your appreciation fuels my passion even more.

[@ginny8601]

Thank you SO much for this video!!!!! Best video/review I’ve seen on this product hands down. Covered all of my questions and more. I actually just looked up this specific product but I will subscribe to you for the effort and quality you put in. Really good job

[@Blasten]

You are so welcome!

[@ginny8601]

@@Blasten waiting for my order right now I’m so excited to try it out. 😊

[@StevenVieira]

W review!! Awesome shots in the beginning too! Well done!!

[@Blasten]

Thanks homie. Glad you enjoyed it

[@Eggman_92]

Good video man been looking to buy this and this has convinced me

[@Blasten]

Thank you so much! I'm glad I could help you make a decision. Enjoy your new purchase!

[@NewvillageArt]

Great video! Thanks for sharing!

[@Blasten]

Thanks for watching!

[@consistentharmony]

Great review. Thanks

[@Blasten]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MarkHebblewhite]

You really did an amazing review!

[@Blasten]

Thank you so much. I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@AnthonyHadleyJr]

Your earlier b-roll gave it away for me lol. But as someone who’s owned an m50 and is currently looking at this webcam, this is really impressive.

[@Blasten]

Glad you paid attention haha Its def a little beast.

[@jmdenisme]

Thank you for using my wallpapers. Always nice to see them on such dope setup.

[@Blasten]

The man himself. Thank you for the work and kind words.

[@tobias9778]

What wallpaper is that?

[@robtaylor473]

Great video and useful intel. I will be ordering mine in the Elgato Black Friday sale on Friday :)

[@Blasten]

Awesome! let me know how you like it!

[@driggsy]

Insaaane review and walkthrough 🔥🔥🔥 Gg's Blasten

[@Blasten]

I appreciate you homie

[@julianrangel2876]

Great information!!

[@Blasten]

Thanks for watching!

[@dstooke]

Great work…thanks!

[@Blasten]

Thank you!

[@CreativeStudiosFM]

Great video. Very informative and engaging. To continued success...

[@Blasten]

Your support means a lot to me! I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment.

[@dadvswildpodcast]

Another hit! Now I'm considering this camera for general meetings and for secondary angles.😩

[@Blasten]

Thank you! , the Elgato Facecam Pro seems like a great choice for meetings and secondary angles in your videos. It should add quality and versatility to your setup! 👍🎥

[@thankstoHIM]

Great review

[@Blasten]

Thanks brother

[@magichandsemm]

Great review Love the vid Only thing I'd point out is that at 2:38 you say it has the largest webcam sensor on the market I believe the Razer Kiyo Pro Ultra is bigger

[@Blasten]

@magichandsemm, Thanks for the feedback and for pointing that out! I appreciate the keen observation. I'll definitely double-check the specs and make sure to clarify in future content. Always striving for accuracy, and feedback like yours helps tremendously. Cheers to staying informed together! Best, Joshua (Blasten)

[@LaHoraMaker]

Nice video! I wonder what is the neat small monitor on the left?

[@Blasten]

UPERFECT Portable monitor. review coming soon

[@Esjaay]

I have been waiting for this video for the longest! I think I have found my new investment!

[@Blasten]

Took awhile but its here!!!

[@popshlay]

I got one just waiting for it to deliver!

[@Blasten]

Heck yeah! Let us know how it works for you when it arrives!

[@aMillaGunpla]

Now you got me thinking about getting a new webcam 🤔

[@Blasten]

Make you think huh? its great!

[@christopherdosin292]

Nice video - I am wondering: Which arms do you use to hold the facecam?

[@Blasten]

Thank you. Elgato master mount

[@md278x]

well judging by the position on your desk 😂😂😂

[@Blasten]

Too easy lol

[@aaayewiseguy]

This vid definitely makes me want to try the Facecam pro! I use an m50 currently with a kit lens, my one question is, how did you get the auto focus on the M50??

[@Blasten]

I’m using the mkii m50. You are using the original?

[@aaayewiseguy]

@@Blasten I am using the the first model, not the markii and when I stream I don’t get autofocus. Does the markii support it when using it as a facecam? Thanks in advance!

[@sunku260]

@@aaayewiseguy Sparcocam supports Autofocus, in canon m50 mark I. you need to purchase the app

[@JimmyLong]

What about the cpu usage to frame rate drop while streaming/gaming? Also I think this would make a great back up camera but not a primary cam.

[@Blasten]

I’ll put the screenshot up in discord. I forgot to add it in. It’s definitely not a bad camera

[@marv6908]

What stand did you use for the camera?? Also great review !

[@Blasten]

Elgato Master mount

[@adamellistutorials]

Can you share the desk stand for the elgaro pro please mate. Thats where I want mine. 😊

[@Blasten]

elgato master mount

[@SacramentoRealEstate]

great video but I love to switch out glass .... wish a webcam had various lens option like the iPhone :)

[@Blasten]

Theres actually a webcam that was just announced that can have swappable lenses

[@pctechsupporthelp1]

Great video thanks for the overview all the explanations all the information super helpful.. the background music is really distracting and strange sounding and driving me crazy!!!!

[@Blasten]

Glad it was helpful! Sorry bout that.

[@thomasnorden4633]

I am using a Sony A6400 as my webcam. Maybe I should get an Elgato Pro as a second camera. What I am mostly impressed about is your sound - very radio like. Do you have a video that describes your microphone setup and settings?

[@Blasten]

i can make one this year. it is a shure sm7b with wave xlr and eq'd in premier pro

[@aditraj2123]

A breakdown of your portable monitor setup pls😅😅

[@Blasten]

I gotchu. I’ll add that to the list

[@TheHeigouTV]

Hey there nice video! Thanks for all the information! I could instantly tell which one was the facecam pro because of the "fast & wriggly" auto focus. I tested the Facecam Pro myself but it didn't convince me. Most of the time I just use my iPhone 14 Pro Max with the "Camo App" as a "webcam" in my videos and streams. This also supports 4K. In my testing the quality was about the same. But it would be interesting to see a comparison of those two options (using a smartphone camera vs facecam pro) by someone with your knowledge. Thanks again and have a good one!

[@Blasten]

Absolutely, appreciate your suggestion! A side-by-side comparison of the Facecam Pro and the iPhone 14 Pro Max setup could indeed be a game-changer for many. I’ll dive into it and share my findings soon. Stay tuned, and thanks for your input!

[@iXzenoS]

In some older reviews they mentioned that you cannot use the effects like Blur while using 4K 60fps, but in your video you seem able to turn those effects on. Does this mean Elgato has updated the firmware to allow for effects being used with 4K 60 fps?

[@Blasten]

Interesting. Might have been updated in both elgato and nvidia side. I had no issue using effects at 60fps

[@Awo47u]

what kind of arm stand are you using to hold up your Elgato Facecam Pro? And where I can find one to buy one? if you don't mind me asking.

[@Blasten]

elgato master mount

[@Reason4234]

I guessed it right because I saw where the cameras were mounted and inferred the angles and then inverted it because the apple logo was backwards, meaning the videos were flipped. Couldn't tell the difference by the video itself.

[@Blasten]

Thank you for sharing your observation! It's always fascinating to see how viewers analyze and interpret our videos.

[@MasterOneMusic]

Awesome video man! Thanks for your content. Keep rising. We'll be in touch :)

[@Blasten]

Thank you!

[@unwavering_sightseer7818]

That looks huge for a webcam. How far we have come.

[@Blasten]

Absolutely, it's amazing to see how far webcam technology has come. While the Face Cam Pro might look large, it packs in features that many streamers and content creators find invaluable. Size often equates to better optics and features, so it's a trade-off. Thanks for noticing the evolution!

[@KaptiveGaming]

What monitor arm is that PLEASE?🙏🏻

[@Blasten]

pout eyes19

[@AOJOPhotography]

Do you have a link for the xbox controller holder?

[@Blasten]

Its the standard Xbox Microsoft version but I cannot find it. Here is an alternative - amzn.to/3QAteWX

[@itzverraa]

i dont know if you will see this but what arm/attachment did u use to hold the webcam

[@Blasten]

elgato master mount

[@annekedebruyn7797]

3:36 The skintones, dynamic range and general detail and sharpness were a dead give away. Also the difference in auto focus (camera was smooth and focus breathing to a minimum. The webcam was stuttery and shaky.) The cam is impressive tho. Just wished for a (purple-green) tint control. Especially at that price.

[@Blasten]

Spot on. Its "almost" as good as a camera

[@JeffBourke]

The autofocus transition was a big give away but I could see m50 even before that.

[@Blasten]

good eye!

[@GandhaBastian]

whats better sony zv e10 and this Elgato Facecame pro?

[@Blasten]

It depends. What’s better, quality or price?

[@GandhaBastian]

@@Blasten quality,, how?

[@klaazzaz]

The Sony. By a mile.

[@sanchitgoyal2282]

which mic do you use?

[@Blasten]

Shure sm7b. Sound good?

[@taylorbarth1250]

hey what facecam mount/stand is that ?

[@Blasten]

Elgato master mount

[@taylorbarth1250]

@@Blasten thanks for the quick response!

[@DavidNwachuku]

Any freezing issues? Hear that too often

[@Blasten]

Honestly no

[@felixohno7875]

what is that small monitor you have?

[@Blasten]

uperfect monitor

[@the7goonies]

Any chance you know why I can't get anything higher than 720/60 as a format? Not sure what to do..

[@Blasten]

In Obs or camera hub software? Make sure it’s all updated. And you’re using the proper cable.

[@the7goonies]

maybe the wrong cable? I'm just using the initial usb-c to usb-c cable as the comp has a slot for it, or do I need something else? in camera hub itself @@Blasten

[@richardt8347]

The thing that really disappoints is the depth of field effect - for me that's where a full frame camera wins

[@Blasten]

Totally get it-depth of field is a big win for full-frame cameras. While tech is improving for other camera types, if bokeh is crucial for you, full-frame is the way to go. Thanks for your input!

[@JeffBourke]

A 180° shutter is absolutely not necessary or a good idea for 60 fps playback. It’s good to see that you abandoned it and went with a 360° shutter which absolutely is the best way to go!

[@Blasten]

rules are meant to be broken!

[@KrAyZi3GaMinG]

it's now on Amazon..just an FYI

[@Blasten]

thank you for update

[@ChrisOzar]

Can this give a blur effect?

[@humansrants1694]

Yes if you add Nvidia plugins to Elgato camera Hub.

[@Blasten]

using nvidia software yes

[@JohnnyWoodard]

Canon was sharper with shallower depth of field and more contrast.

[@Blasten]

Got that right

[@ZeptejSeFilipa]

Thx for brutal review. that autofocus is so bad... man...

[@Blasten]

reality shows truth.

[@spiritandlife]

I guessed it immediately because I hate my face cam pro because it bows my image like a fish eye

[@Blasten]

Interesting. I havent seen any fish eye effect on my end

[@TEKDAD]

Great video. I don’t like the autofocus, it’s. It good enough for this price. Edit: you are talking about it now.

[@jadeosprey7908]

There was absolutely no comparison between the Canon and the webcam. The Canon showed way superior contrast range and sharpness.

[@Blasten]

What about $900 and $300?

[@jadeosprey7908]

Thats strange. My reply didnt show up. The Canon doesnt cost anywhere near that much in my country. Its about £200 more than the webcam, so yes - if it costs $900 + in other places, that would be a major consideration. For me, £200 more would be worth it to gain a camera for photography, that also doubles as a webcam. Saying that though. I am now considering getting the webcam for a family member, because it way easier to set up and still gives good images in low light. Thank you for the video. It was this that made me consider the options.

[@ViktorKajtazaj]

does this cam make you look better? :D

[@Blasten]

LOL i wish!

[@ViktorKajtazaj]

@@Blasten 😂

[@johndeerrm]

Elgato auto focus was fast but not immediately accurate

[@Blasten]

very true

[@vigamortezadventures7972]

Slap an ND filter

[@Blasten]

What’s your explanation?

[@vigamortezadventures7972]

@@Blasten well I noticed a difference in phone cameras than professional and the exposure is better when using a nd filter on these types of cameras , it’s worth testing could increase the iso a bit without over exposer .

[@Blasten]

@vigamortezadventures7972 before I make my response, I want to understand what you’re saying fully. I’m not sure if you’re referencing the stream camera , webcam, or my production.

[@humansrants1694]

ND Filter reduces light going into the sensor, not a good idea for indoor use. Increasing the ISO generates more noise in the image thus less detail.

[@Blasten]

@@humansrants1694 I know what NDs do. My c70 has them equipped. The confusion is there’s no clear explanation as to what the former was trying to communicate.

thx for video, now I know, to NEVER buy this product :D So crappy

[@Blasten]

dang haha what did you buy that was better?