Elgato Facecam MK.2 — 1080p60 HDR Webcam for Streaming & Calls

What it is
Elgato Facecam MK.2 is a Full HD (1080p60) USB webcam with HDR and a SONY STARVIS CMOS sensor. Designed for high-fidelity, low-latency capture, it offers DSLR-style controls through Camera Hub and a built-in privacy shutter.

• High-quality video: 1080p at 60 fps with HDR for improved detail and color, even in mixed lighting.
• Uncompressed capture: USB 3.0 uncompressed modes for reduced latency and maximum image fidelity (USB 2.0 uses compressed MJPEG).
• Advanced controls: Camera Hub software exposes ISO, shutter speed and other manual adjustments to fine-tune exposure and look.
• Optics & sensor: Elgato Prime Lens (fixed focus), f/2.4 aperture, 24 mm full-frame equivalent, 84° field of view, SONY STARVIS 1/2.5" sensor.
• Privacy & mounting: Easy-slide privacy shutter and standard 1/4-inch mount for tripods or arm mounts.
• Compatibility: UVC standard v1.5; works with OBS, Zoom, Teams and other UVC-compatible apps on Windows 10+ and macOS 12+ (USB 3.0 recommended for uncompressed modes).
• Physical: Dimensions (without mount): 2.4 x 3.35 x 1.5 in; weight: 3.17 oz; color: Black.

Supported resolutions (uncompressed over USB 3.0)

• 1080p60, 1080p30
• 720p120, 720p60, 720p30
• 540p120, 540p60, 540p30

System requirements

• Windows 10 (64-bit) or newer — Intel/AMD CPU
• macOS 12 or newer — Intel/Apple CPU
• USB 3.0 Type-A or Type-C for uncompressed; USB 2.0 supports compressed MJPEG

Homeschool use

This webcam supports remote lessons, recorded presentations, and digital media projects. Students can practice public speaking and presentation layout, create video reports, and learn basic camera settings and framing. Camera Hub’s manual controls introduce concepts like exposure and white balance relevant to media literacy and STEM projects involving video documentation.

Note: Uses documented manufacturer specs. USB 3.0 is required for uncompressed modes and lowest latency.