The Elgato FaceCam Mk 2 - A Perfect Budget Webcam?

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Chapters:
00:00 - Here is the glow up from the original
00:50 - Can you tell which webcam is cheapest? (also, sponsor segment)
02:07 - All the new features
02:59 - Why it looks so good - HDR, color, and auto settings
03:49 - Body design upgrades
04:45 - What is this webcam missing?
05:59 - Side-by-side comparisons with other webcams/cameras
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[@Senpai]

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[@bullgarin6674]

the new brio from logitech ?

[@Loko-wl7fo]

Here's what I think about the Elgato Facecam Mk 2... I just ordered one. Thanks!

[@alb3x]

ayo, was it worth it? should i too?

[@Loko-wl7fo]

@@alb3x Well, to be honest, it looked great but, I guess I was expecting better. I returned it. Sorry

[@alb3x]

@@Loko-wl7fo no actually thank you you're preventing me from buying it lol, what did you buy instead of it?

[@Loko-wl7fo]

@@alb3x I ended up getting a Lumix G7 camera from Amazon. It will be used not only for streaming, but other RL things. So better in my opinion due to its multi-functionality.

[@ShakeMistake]

I correctly guessed OBSBot Tiny 2 as the most expensive, but I thought the FaceCam 2 was second most expensive, definitely did not think it was the cheapest!

[@ElainesStory]

Agreed

[@4tarobyte]

Same, I figured that the most true-to-life ones would be the most expensive, and thought that this webcam was what turned out to be the real 2nd most expensive one!

[@EwanLim]

-flips table- and JUST when i bought the facecam pro.

[@shorfan]

Do you think it’d be better than the pro?

[@Jester_Tech]

Great content as always Harris!

[@user-cg6pt7wk9y]

amazing video dude, i didnt even know they made a second version, keep up the work!

[@GizmoJuggler]

Well it's only just released, most people probably still don't know :D

[@ShinilPayamal]

Thanks for this awesome comparison video.😊👍

[@casualnerdjason6678]

I got the original Facecam when it launched. I personally had nothing but issues with the software and it often demanded too much USB power, I believe. Went back to my c920 after struggling for a few weeks.

[@WolfCatalyst]

Had this happen with a laptop that simply didn't provide enough power to the USB ports. Ended up getting a powered USB dock. This actually worked out better because it was easier to disconnect the laptop and leave everything else set up.

[@casualnerdjason6678]

@@WolfCatalyst I’m glad that worked out for you. I initially had it on a USB powered hub but that didn’t work, so I put it in the most powered USB slots on my desktop directly. Unfortunately that still created stability issues. But I’m somewhat comforted to know that I’m not the only one!

[@sicjake]

Same, software issues, power issues when used with capture card. It also had a bad case of the fuzzies unless you had studio lights in your face so you can lower iso. I ended up using a Camlink and a d5600 collecting dust instead. For streaming games, sure get a face cam for cheap. If you are doing YT vids or any streams they need your camera front and centre, it's just better to save up for a basic DSLR

[@EmmaLeviathan]

Same.

[@mikeyxciv]

Same issues as you and the others responding, I also have a dead pixel with mine that pops up.

[@ARMYguy01]

As a recent elgato facecam pro user, I would like to say for a gaming setup, I think it is plenty enough camera for most those situations. The zv-e10 would be like a next step up, or a great camera for a secondary camera for close ups and different angles. Or at least that's how I would use them. But this comparison was enough to realize that for about another year or so, I have a great camera for stream.

[@diaseph]

Dang i may try this one out. Been looking at the original, but may wait now! Great video 👍

[@gryftkin]

I've got the original (and enjoy it), but dang if Mk 2 isn't tempting me :D

[@SIR1mg]

I'm enjoying the facecam pro after loving your video from last year

[@EightBitVic]

I was literally just looking for a new webcam a few days ago. Glad I waited a bit. Definitely buying the mk2, thanks Heller! 🤘🥳👍

[@MSGrantMusic]

Love the video! Which background tracks were used in this video? Are they all from Streambeats?

[@anthonycatalano94]

Definitely the new Elgato, the blue in your sweatshirt was actually blue. lol

[@finnish8flash]

def looking forward to potentially buying this cam really nice

[@KyleRuggles]

Wow! You're right! It's the perfect budget webcam! Amazed by the quality! Thanks!

[@Adamacros]

Definitely thinking about picking this up!

[@b.a.thomas116]

Great video! MK2's going to be my next webcam. Hopefully my old one holds up so I can have two at once! If you get a spike at 9:06 it's because I was looking for the single frame where the beanie model flashes before A-reel covers it and crops-to-reveal. 😂

[@webmeisterBud]

Pause with space, frame-by-frame with [comma] and [period], which look like < and > =)

[@RandyPopPez]

Great video as always

[@HaLo-]

The way you literaly sold me on just the switch from the old one is great.

[@nathanielfoo96]

So waiting for the Facecam Pro Mk2?

[@Comradin]

Thought exactly that 😂

[@PGPoncho]

Yep

[@UNCULTUREDSTEVE]

Did u add any color filters with the new webcam ? The colors on that camera looks so nice

[@kurupeeze]

yo bro your videos are super helpful. cheers for that and i bought Elgato facecam after watching your video xD

[@skewsme7650]

7:00 Harris just gave us his Big Brain moment when mentioning his forehead 🤣🤣🤣

[@madrush35]

Hey harris something im curious about i would love to see a video on is wireless webcams for streams on the go. things like the logitech mevo not sure if there is even other ones

[@gnatinator]

Facecam MK1 is a lot more flattering without screwing with a LUT. Everyone is hot pink on the MK2 and Pro

[@diegohernandez9088]

and the first one is way too warm, and greenish. pick your poison.

[@andrewbobbygaming]

Not gonna lie, this was a great example of answers I wanted answered. Great review! 👍🏼

[@nickjames5602]

Thanks very much for sharing this awesome review, Senpai. Now I'm wondering if I should hold out for a possible Facecam Pro Mk2. If Elgato just updated their 1080p webcam wouldn't they come out with a new 4K model that has the same improved specs as it's 1080p version?

[@Tabasa05]

1 and 4 were my picks, damn nice product

[@MrReiniP]

Thank´s for that video and the really interesting information ☝

[@Candyon240fps8]

it looks fantastic I just bought it. I'll use the original one as a hand cam. I will say I do see some grain, but I think that can be fixed with messing with the ISO. everyone has a different l lighting set up but for me I have 2 elgato key lights so I always have my ISO at the lowest it can go which is 100%. can't wait to get this and see the HDR in action. 😊

[@burz]

The big question is how much light do each of the pro and non pro cameras need to produce quality images. Having a facecam 1.0 it feels like you need to have a ton of light to get high quality output.

[@CastellaTV]

all cameras need good lighting. that is rule number 1. A cheap webcam can look fantastic with good lighting where even a 1000 dollar mirrorless camera will look awful without good lightning. my C920 which i had before switching to Elgato facecam Pro was looking pretty good with some tweeks and 2 x svive procyon key light on each side of my desk

[@Menticid_]

The mk2 is soooo good fr ! Im imptessed that they even made it better than their own pro 4k60 webcam !

[@justyuriforever]

7:23 never tested the Razer Kiyo Pro Ultra how it seems 😉

[@LokesLive]

When you had all 4 cams running at the same time, I genuinely thought the FaceCam Mk 2 looked the best. That's impressive to me.

[@samurai_JD55]

Nothing better than seeing a new video before leaving for work 🎉

[@NopidRS]

Any recommendations for an audio interface with Bluetooth capabilities? I can’t stand headsets and been enjoying the airpods paired with a bluetooth transmitter coming out of a goxlr mini, but looking for a better solution.

[@1tzelG_]

They have de FC Pro, but i want the Facecam Ultra have a much bigger sensor (Full frame if it is possible), and to be swappable lens, made by Elgato specific for the facecam, and other manufacturers.

[@T1544767]

One thing I noticed, especially between the Elgato Facecam vs the Sony ZV-E10 is a fraction of a second lag behind the audio on the Elgato. If I look at only the Elgato, I hardly notice the audio not quite synching up with your mouth, but I notice it compared to the Sony.

[@SECURITEH]

I wonder if that is the cam's fault or just a slight mistake made in the editing process of the video.

[@Heimdall-hb5it]

Are you using a Camerahub Beta? I have way less options on the Exposure Tab

[@MarkSmith82]

One thing I’m shocked you didn’t go over was the low light. Elgato’s website/email said this one had improved low light, I’m not expecting magic, but I was curious to see it perform in low light.

[@cabisports]

Hi, wich webcam u think is better? The logitech brío 4K or this new ELGATO facecam2? I use a green screen and a el gato key light as my ilumination. Thanks and i love your Content

[@gryftkin]

So just out of curiosity... the color of your hoodie looks slightly different in each camera view... which one was closest to what you see in the mirror? :) I'm assuming the Sony, but I'm interested in your input.

[@MundodeJavi]

Could you compare it with the Logitech MX Brio? Great video as always!

[@JustinSCampbell]

I'm currently using the Sony EV10 with the sigma 16mm and this is very temping to get. I'm only using my camera for zoom and LMS videos. I've got it hooked up the elgato prompter, so getting my camera out to use it is way too much hastle. I could use this and then have my sony to use as an actual camera.

[@ShaunRF]

I just got the email from Egato announcing this, and I said to myself "I bet Harris already has a review video posted." Sure enough... 🤣

[@DoubleDguitar]

2:27 that white and black JP in the background is 🔥

[@Ashley.D]

I've been thinking about the Facecam since it came out, then the Facecam Pro. I think this might be the one. It looks a lot pinker/redder than I'd like but I'm sure that can be adjusted

[@socialscaper312]

hey i got a question, maybe you guys can help. but theres no shot people are actually using this to reliably stream right? i mean this camera hub is insane, it never works and when it does work i look away for 5 min and come back to find out it crashed. it very rarely works in obs and when i switch scenes it tell me i have to have camera hub open to use the cam? also it slows down my pc to run OSRS at 30fps? i dont understand this

[@sonjablue9850]

Wow...I was surprised! I think so!

[@simaskaciusis3246]

Your zv-e10 comaprison is not fair. I see that you're using the usb streaming feature that it offers. However it's only 720p and has a lot of latency. Using the hdmi output from the camera would give you results that would blow the elgato out of the water. I have the zv-e10 and use it with a camlink (not even camlink 4k, the og 1080p one) and the video looks outstanding. So you showed a 720p example even though the camera is able to output a 4k signal and if paired with a camlink 4k this wouldn't even be a competition. That said, this kit is like 5 times more expensive so it's completely undestandable. But if you get something like an a5100 and a camlink that's a $300 combo that I would take over any of the options mentioned in this video.

[@xen0_m0rph]

Please tell me of this magical place that sells an a5100 with a lens and a camlink for $300.

[@simaskaciusis3246]

@@xen0_m0rph prices in the usa are probably different. I live in europe I see multiple listings for a5100 with a lens for $200 and camlink for $70-80.

[@mitchy5994]

5100 is $450 alone, very used. camlink barely goes below $80.

[@mitchy5994]

he was also showing the difference between a full sized sensor at 720p vs webcam sensor at 1080p.

[@simaskaciusis3246]

@@mitchy5994 the price of a5100 skyrocketed in the second hand market when youtubers started recommending it. People don't even look at anything else, they just want the thing their favourite youtuber recommended. Look for a6000, panasonic g7 or Canon M200, I often see these being sold for even lower prices and the quality is just as good or even better.

[@raffertyuy]

I currently use a Logitech Brio, curious if it's worth replacing it with FaceCam Mk2. Thoughts?

[@kingofzero]

the mk2 has a lot of static noise, you can see it all over your sweatshirt. Maybe with tweaking the settings that would go away. Would love a video on setting it up with some settings. I know you did one before, but a refresh with the new webcam and elgato software would be cool.

[@DavesDimension]

personally i do appreciate auto focus as being someone who does occasional collectible and unbox videos. for that im still using c922 as a secondary cam. and i use the original elgato facecam as my primary.

[@SamAmiri]

8:24 - that’s the decider. For $149, it can get ~85% to a mirrorless with full kit that costs $1000. If you have the cash, get the mirrorless, if not get the new camera. If you have time wait for the 4K version of it in the $300 range.

[@linnenbach123]

I have had issues with the facecam gen one. It would often just not show up or claim it’s connected to USB 2.0 even though it isn’t. Is that fixed with the new generation?

[@kingjulz]

So I always had problems with it disconnecting and freezing. I tried all the support steps to fix it and nothing worked. Said I didn’t have enough usb bandwidth but I only had like 6 others plugged in. Is this better?

[@OhKayGamer]

heya, can anyone help me figure out why the AI background not generating the full background when I take a photo inside the camera hub? Half of the photo is the AI background and the top half is my bedroom. I have already updated everything i cant figure it out.

[@CoalitionGaming]

I had no idea Elgato was releasing a new Facecam. Interesting.

[@lyianx]

Did they fix the random Disconnecting/Reconnecting issue? I got rid of mine because of it constantly doing that shit. Id randomly hear Windows play the "USB device disconnected......... USB device connected" sounds... because of the camera.. Annoyed the Shit out of me.

[@bourbonandsmoke]

My question would be, when comparing to the mirrorless camera, which blue is the actual color of the sweathirt? They are slightly different, and when I'm streaming on Twitch, color accuracy is extremely important.

[@Rollergold4]

I wouldn't call a 150 dollar webcam a budget model.

[@brandonwhitfield1278]

150$ is going out to eat twice with the wife. 150$ is budget in today’s market.

[@xScatters]

I was actually super surprised by that price reveal, I was looking at the top right thinking dang that one looks awesome its gotta be the expensive one and man was I wrong.

[@Mitchpower1116]

Did they add tint control to the facecam pro after the fact. I had to return it because it looked so pink and the red tint was bad in my lighting situation

[@Senpai]

In a recent update.

[@Mitchpower1116]

@@Senpai Just ordered the pro again to see if i can fix it with the latest update. Thank you so much for responding!!!

[@EightBitVic]

Oh snap new FaceCam 🥹

[@sofianightwall]

what is your gaming screen recorder

[@xPvtMurphyx]

Did NOT get it right. Was surprised.

[@cynicaloutlook]

There were far more appropriate comparisons he could have done - the Razer Kiyo Pro is a similar spec camera, which Amazon UK currently has for half the price of the Facecam mk 2 - I would have been far more interested in seeing a side by side of those two cameras than the webcams/cameras he chose - especially when it comes to the noise the Facecam was producing.

[@realreeb]

i wonder how this compares from using something a like and iphone camera or good android camera

[@tarasdiary]

bro i was legit saying how camera number 2 looks so nice and probably the expensive one. didn't realise it was legit the elgato facecam mk 2

[@xScatters]

I was actually super surprised by that price reveal, I was looking at the top right of the screen thinking man that one looks good and has a decent coverage of the room, that has to be the most or 2nd most expensive one......boy was i wrong

[@minimumviablepizza]

Solid conparison. Think i might be sold on getting a new webcam finally. All the things you actually need, none of the useless features you don't.

[@ASDdoesgames]

the problem i had with the first elgato webcam is that i could not use it for streaming it would freeze everything making vids was a maybe so it is had to believe that the mk 2 is gonna be any different

[@Jedithtv]

Think we'll be getting a Facecam pro mk 2 in the near future?

[@Merciful_Angel]

Okay, I worked out the most expensive one would be the one I liked best. My second favourite was the Facecam 2 though, which is impressive for the cheapest option...

[@Hyydrotoo]

Thank the algorithm. I just barely managed to return the facecam mk1 i bought on amazon and grabbed this for only 20€ more. 🙏

[@thedominator87]

man i barely used the original and now i want this lmao

[@thestagebreakpodcast]

Crazy! $150 vs $2000+ and the only apparent difference is background blur!

[@ichderfisch.]

I wonder which color this sweeter actually has. Looked different in every single shot.

[@BensBrainLive]

The comparisons would've been more fair if the other cameras were set correctly - most of them were pretty damn overexposed. The FaceCam Mk 2 looks pretty good (especially compared to the C920 or laptop webcams we were all running back in 2020) but it still just looks like a webcam.

[@TheRealClaylex]

Idek Elgato MADE a mark 2 webcam, still, thats awesome!

[@balonm]

how is this camera in comparison to HP960?

[@NotLyaGabbro]

The added sharpness on the default settings is way too much, making the final image quality severely worse IMO. Hopefully that's something that can be changed in elgatos software, otherwise it would be a weird feature dampening the quality of what seems to be a good product

[@enjoiadrian]

This is exactly what i was waiting for... a revised FaceCam. I almost pulled the trigger on the first gen, but I decided I couldn't live downsides...

[@LearningEnglish-yy9bd]

You said that you're using default settings for the cam and you didn't change anything. Is that mean it can be better?

[@RageQuittersUKOfficial]

Hope this works with Windows 11 22H2 and above. My OG Face Cam isn't working anymore. Known issue with the cam software/drivers.

[@t.tatethorpe]

Pretty surprised by the quality of the mk2. Would be a phenomenal second camera or backup camera for a mirrorless.

[@getnmoutthegod1697]

the release this a week after i buy the mk1 im so sick

[@h8f8]

Can't wait to buy it for a fraction of the price used someday

[@G4M3RGU1D3]

Plugged the mk1 along a Facecam 4k and the og facecam lags so much and it cripples my usbs so I bought it for nothing I dont use it

[@EPiQ_cR]

Now I just need to decide on the the most effective way to share a webcam between 2 PCs so I don't have to also do work meetings on my Stream PC.

[@prephampaul]

Yes, I got it, because of the red patches on the face, that's the issue I have had more than any other issue with every webcam I've tried, even the 4k ones. I've found my old T3i is even far superior to any webcam.

[@greenacresbloom]

You had me at no microphone.

[@Riskit4theBiskit]

I just bought one. I had the the Logitech stream cam it’s overheating and surging into my doc shutting down my mac

[@moochi4287]

I've always wanted an el gato face cam, but i bought this logitech brio like 2 or 3 years ago, and i gotta the best use out of it before even buying a new camera 😭 unless el gato wants to sponsor someday 😍

Very good but I still like the Razer Kiyo Pro Ultra quality better. It is still about 249-299 dollars though but gives 4K video and gives natural bokeh effect with the big lense. :) And the winner thing for me is that it can be customized much and the low light quality is stunning.

[@XJETIVE]

Senpai Can we get a comparison between Face Cam Mk 1, Mk 2 and Face Cam Pro

[@nohemoglibin8677]

I wonder if it freezes like the old one?

[@ImCravenMore]

Does the camera still lagg ?

[@RealStuntPanda]

I was way off, I voted: 2, 4, 3, 1. But that speaks to just how good the Elgato Facecam 2 is. 1 is turribule.