Facecam 4K is the first Elgato webcam built to support standard 49mm lens filters. These filters give you real control over your video's appearance, helping reduce glare, soften light, or add a creative touch before the image is captured.
What is a lens filter?
In photography, lens filters attach to the front of a camera and change how light interacts with the lens. Some cut reflections, some adjust color or sharpness, and others add visual effects.
With Facecam 4K, you can use the same 49mm filters that work on traditional cameras. Just screw one onto the lens and you’ll see the difference immediately in your video preview.
Type of Filters
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Filter Type |
What It Does |
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CPL (Circular Polarizer) |
Cuts glare from glasses and screens. Deepens contrast and reduces surface reflections. |
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Diffusion |
Lighting a bit too harsh? A diffusion filter can soften it just enough to give your video a more polished look, especially around your face. |
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Star Filter |
When bright light hits the lens, this filter creates streaks that radiate outward. It’s often used for creative or seasonal shots with a bit more visual flair. |
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Macro Filter |
Lets the camera focus much closer for tight shots. Good for product demos or dramatic face zooms. |
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Color Tint |
Adds subtle warmth or cool tones. Great for adjusting color balance without software. |
See them in action
Want to see what filters can actually do? Here’s a side-by-side look at Facecam 4K with different 49mm lens filters applied.
How filters attach to Facecam 4K
Facecam 4K has a built-in threaded ring that accepts 49 mm filters. This is a standard filter size used in many photography lenses. Just screw it on gently and you’re ready to go.
The image you see in OBS, Zoom, or Camera Hub will reflect the effect of the filter instantly. There’s no software configuration needed.
You can buy these filters individually, or reuse ones you already own from other cameras as long as they’re 49mm.
How it works in practice
Here’s what to keep in mind when using lens filters with Facecam 4K:
- Filters apply directly to the image Facecam 4K captures
- CPL filters must be rotated slightly to adjust glare reduction
- Macro and heavy diffusion filters may slightly affect focus range
- You don’t need to enable anything in Camera Hub or OBS
Get a free CPL filter or privacy cap
When you buy Facecam 4K directly from elgato.com, you’ll be able to select a free CPL filter or privacy cap at checkout. This is a great starting point if you’re new to lens filters and want to see what they can do.
Customize your look
Lens filters give you a simple way to shape your video without changing software settings or applying effects in post. With Facecam 4K, all it takes is screwing on a filter before you go live.
Whether you're filming in harsh lighting, cutting reflections from your glasses, or adding a subtle cinematic glow, 49 mm filters give you creative control that most webcams don’t.
Want to learn more about Facecam 4K?
Lens filters are just one part of what Facecam 4K can do. From 4K60 capture and HDR to DSLR-style control and Prompter support, it’s built for creators who want more from their webcam.
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