What's the difference between Facecam 4K and Facecam Pro

When every detail counts, whether you’re streaming, recording, or producing professional video, Elgato has released not one, but two powerful 4K60 webcams. Facecam 4K and Facecam Pro both deliver stunning image quality, but they’re built for different creative priorities. From resolution and frame rate to lens design and workflow flexibility, here’s how they compare.

Both Facecam Pro and Facecam 4K capture true 4K at 60 frames per second, delivering buttery-smooth ultra-high-definition video. Whether you're streaming, recording, or framing for post-production flexibility, both webcams provide stunning detail and motion clarity.

Where Facecam 4K differs is with HDR support, which is available up to 4K30. Giving you greater dynamic range and more lifelike color. That means richer highlights, deeper shadows, and more accurate skin tones, especially useful in high-contrast lighting or stylized sets. HDR support ensures your image doesn’t just look sharp, but looks true to life.

Another difference is adjustable noise reduction. Facecam 4K lets you dial it in for your setup, which is helpful if you're in a dim room or using creative lighting. Facecam Pro doesn’t include noise reduction because it simply doesn’t need it; its larger sensor and f/2.0 lens naturally deliver a clean, low-noise image.

The key difference is in the focus system and optical design.

Facecam Pro is equipped with a Sony 1/1.8" sensor and a motorized variable focus lens. Its f/2.0 aperture pulls in more light, resulting in better low-light performance and natural background separation.

Facecam 4K features a 7-element fixed-focus prime lens, paired with a Sony STARVIS 2 sensor and f/4.0 aperture. It's tuned for optimal sharpness at typical streaming distances and consistent lighting, delivering a crisp, dependable image with no focus hunting.

Facecam 4K offers a wide 90° field of view, ideal for seated setups, dual-person framing, or cropping in post.

Facecam Pro also supports a 90° maximum field of view, but with added flexibility via Camera Hub’s digital zoom and framing tools. Combined with autofocus, this makes it easier to adapt your shot to different angles, desk layouts, or creative formats.

Both cameras work seamlessly with Elgato Camera Hub, giving you control over ISO, shutter speed, white balance, zoom, and framing. Both include onboard flash memory, which stores your settings directly to the camera so your image stays locked in, no matter where you plug in.

Facecam Pro features a larger body and robust mounting system, ready for studio arms, tripods, or monitor rigs. It connects via detachable USB-C and includes a monitor mount with standard 1/4" threading.

Facecam 4K is more compact but just as modular. It also uses a removable 1/4" threaded mount, so you can mount it just like Facecam Pro. It also includes a 49mm threaded lens ring, letting you attach ND filters, diffusion, or other creative accessories, perfect for stylized content.

Facecam Pro is priced at $299.99 USD, and is built for creators who demand the highest image quality in any environment. With a large Sony sensor, variable focus, low-light performance, and DSLR-like clarity, it's the choice for broadcast setups and pro-grade video production.

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Facecam 4K costs $199.99 USD and offers 4K60 capture, HDR support (up to 4K30), and adjustable noise reduction. It is great for creators who want control and flexibility without stepping into full studio gear. It also includes support for 49mm lens filters to match your look or lighting.

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