Elgato Facecam Neo – Full HD Webcam with Easy-Slide
Elgato Facecam Neo – Full HD Webcam with Easy-Slide Privacy Shutter, Light Correction, For Video Calls, Streaming, Teams/Zoom/Slack/OBS/Twitch/Youtube, and more – USB-C/Plug & Play on PC/Laptop/Mac
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| Weight: | 86.2 g |
| Dimensions: | 3.2 x 8.79 x 3.99 cm; 86.18 g |
| Brand: | Elgato |
| Model: | 20WAE9901 |
| Colour: | White |
| Batteries Included: | No |
| Manufacture: | Corsair |
| Dimensions: | 3.2 x 8.79 x 3.99 cm; 86.18 g |
Overall very good quality, it does tend to get warm but I placed a little fan on top so that’s fine now, the only thing that I am disappointed in with this camera is colour reproduction, specifically flesh tones, it either seems to be too brown or too yellow (and I am white, not that pale) – this may work for you, check some demo videos but I find the flesh tone from an iPhone to be much more natural than out of this camera, please do some more work on this Elgato, adjusting colour temp in the settings does not really fix it. This is the highest resolution and smoothest webcam you can but but the face looks wrong and I’m sure it’s an easy fix on their end, it needs a firmware update to address this . . . .
I cannot praise Elgato enough because of the professional quality and performance level of their equipment.
I have the Ring Light; Prompter; Stream Deck XL; Facecam Pro; A Cold Shoe; and Low Profile Boom. I’ve happily bought into the Elgato universe and I’m very happy with my choices and their quality. I should really recommend Elgato to everyone but I want my video broadcasts / podcasts to be a far higher professional standard than everyone else’s. I tend to keep my secret weapons secret!
I’ve been a professional independent investigative journalist and editor working undercover in danger zones for forty years and high professional quality is my standard and necessity. I’m now changing direction l a little and moving into blogging and podcasting with two broadcast show series starting later this year and so I needed to research deeply into this media format. I chose Elgato together with Rde as reaching the professional standards I expect and they both easily attain this.
I’m still setting up and equipping my home studio and without hesitation Elgato and Rde will be getting a lot more of my business. My next purchases are Key lights (x2); Capture card 4K144; + from Elgato.
I have a few innovative ideas too and so I’ll be designing and building my own to fill a few gaps.
In my professional opinion Elgato is simply professionally excellent and truly great value for money!
I was someone who had several issues with the first facecam due to it freezing often & especially having a strong blue filter. Once I heard about Facecam receiving a new updated model, I did some research before buying and found some really good reviews so decided to give it a try. So far I do not regret my purchase. Facecam Mk 2 is 10x better than the original facecam. The colours look more natural, the quality is crazy good for 1080p footage. The lighting is also amazing with the new facecam – both day and night! I’m impressed with the quality of this facecam especially the fact it’s the same price as the original one (if you have prime). If you had issues with the first facecam or the firstcam pro – just try the Mk 2. I find it fixes a lot of problems.
The camera comes with a USB C to C lead only (no adaptor for USB A). No privacy cover. The software continuously requests a USB 3.0 input – my PC has 6 – none of them will work with this – and yes – they are USB 3.0 and 3.1! Camera Hub software is for NVIDIA users only – nothing for AMD. The camera works with my USB-C port in my laptop, but despite updates, firmware updates and 90 minutes of wasted time at my desktop PC, this is going back. I have an OBSBOT Tail Air – much better compatibility even with its own quirks. It is USB 3.0 too. Pretty disapointed. I hope the Prompter is better – but I’m not sure how confident I feel about this now…
Update: after much messing about I bought a usb a to usb c 3.0/3.1 cable (none supplied with the camera), and it now works. This isn’t clear anywhere…come on elgato, supply a usb a to c adaptor! That said, great camera, excellent quality for streaming and office computer based video recording. Works seamlessly with prompter too.
It also works brilliantly with my Elgato TelePrompter.
It bridges the gap between affordability and performance with commendable finesse. The Facecam Pro delivers crisp, vibrant visuals that significantly elevate my online presence, a feat that, until now, I assumed only a pricey DSLR could achieve.
Certainly, a mirrorless DSLR might offer superior sensor size and lens quality, enabling exquisite detail and performance in low-light conditions. However, this comes at a substantial cost, not just in terms of pounds, shilling and pence; but also in complexity and the need for additional gear like lenses. In contrast, the Facecam Pro integrates seamlessly into my setup, requiring minimal adjustments to produce a clean, professional-looking video. Its software, while offering depth for those who wish to dive into customisation, remains accessible enough not to intimidate the less technically inclined.
Moreover, the practicality of the Facecam Pro cannot be overstated. Its plug-and-play convenience, combined with Elgato’s user-friendly software, means I spend more time creating and less time tweaking settings. This ease of use, coupled with the noticeable uplift in video quality over standard webcams, makes the Facecam Pro a wise investment for improving video presentations without breaking the bank.
The value proposition of the Elgato Facecam Pro becomes even clearer when considering the total cost of ownership and learning curve associated with a mirrorless DSLR. For creators, streamers, and professionals seeking to enhance their video quality without the complexity and expense of DSLR setups, the Facecam Pro stands out as a smart, effective choice. It offers a balance of quality, convenience, and affordability that’s hard to beat, making it a preferred option for those looking to make a significant impact on their video content without the hefty investment of a mirrorless DSLR.