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Elgato Facecam MK.2

Name: Elgato Facecam MK.2
Brand: Elgato

Well liked

Average of 6 professional reviews

4 of 6 recommend it · critics split

Where the 6 reviews landedRange 60–92

5060709010081 avg

Score printed by the outlet Estimated from the verdict

Exact average 80.7 · 1 printed, 5 estimated

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6 professional reviewers tested the Elgato Facecam MK.2, and 4 recommend it. Most praised: picture quality and performance. Most common complaint: price.

Reviewed by PCMag Middle East, Tom's Guide, Windows Central and 3 more

The catch: No built-in microphone, and the software is heavy.

5 of these 6 outlets print no score. We estimated theirs from the review text, then adjusted the estimates against the ratings outlets actually print (ours ran slightly low). An estimate is never higher than 92.

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What 6 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100

60
PCMag Middle EastHands-on review · 2024
Rated average: good 1080p and low-light pictures are undercut by heavy, clunky software and no microphone.
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92est.
Tom's GuideNo printed score · Hands-on review
Awarded an Editor's Choice and praised as the best streaming webcam picture at its price, with strong low-light results and deep controls.
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89est.
Windows CentralNo printed score · Hands-on review
The reviewer is very happy with the MK.2, praising improved software, HDR, features and a fair price, while noting minor gripes like a stiff cable and fixed focus.
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83est.
Trusted ReviewsNo printed score · Hands-on review · 2024
An excellent streaming webcam with smooth 1080p/60 video and clever software, but noisy low-light output and no microphone mean Logitech's cheaper rival is the better all-rounder.
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83est.
EngadgetNo printed score · Buying guide · 2026
Named an honorable mention in a tested roundup, with good video quality and a lot of software control.
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77est.
Tom's HardwareNo printed score · Hands-on review
A decent uncompressed 1080p/60 webcam with good software and onboard settings.
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"Est." means the outlet printed no score, so we estimated one from its verdict and checked our estimates against ratings outlets print. How we check estimates

What critics praise most

Picture quality3 of 6

Performance3 of 6

What critics dislike most

Price2 of 6

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Common questions

Is the Elgato Facecam MK.2 worth it?

Critics are divided: 4 of 6 recommend it. No built-in microphone, and the software is heavy.

Do critics agree about the Elgato Facecam MK.2?

Critics split: scores range from 60 (PCMag Middle East) to 92 (Tom's Guide), a spread of 32 points across 6 reviews. Reviewers disagree, so read the individual reviews before buying.

What do critics dislike about the Elgato Facecam MK.2?

Price (2 of 6 reviews).

What is the best alternative to the Elgato Facecam MK.2?

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