PowerConf C200 vs Facecam MK.2 Comparison

Compare PowerConf C200 vs Facecam MK.2 side by side: specs, ratings, pros and cons, and which one fits your room best.

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Anker PowerConf C200
PowerConf C200
Elgato Facecam MK.2
Facecam MK.2

At a Glance

PowerConf C200

The Anker PowerConf C200 is a compact budget 2K webcam aimed at home offices and everyday calls. It records 2560 × 1440 at 30 fps on a 5 MP sensor, with autofocus, a selectable 95° / 78° / 65° field of view, dual stereo mics, and a built-in privacy cover switch.

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Best For
Budget buyers
Res.
2K (2560 x 1440)
View
95°
Autofocus
Yes (15 cm to 3 m)
Mics
Dual stereo with AGC and noise cancellation
Shutter
Yes (built-in camera cover switch)
Connect
USB-C
Facecam MK.2

The Elgato Facecam MK.2 is a 1080p webcam built for streaming and recording. It has a Sony STARVIS 1/2.5-inch sensor, the Elgato Prime Lens (f/2.4, fixed focus) and an 84° field of view.

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Best For
Streamers
Res.
1080p at 60 fps (uncompressed over USB 3.0)
View
84°
Autofocus
No (fixed focus, 30-120 cm)
Mics
—
Shutter
—
Connect
USB-C (USB 3.0 for uncompressed)

Review Scores Compared

Expert Score

  • PowerConf C2008.1/10 Leads
  • Facecam MK.27.7/10

Image Quality

  • PowerConf C2008.7/10 Leads
  • Facecam MK.26.3/10

Low-Light Performance

  • PowerConf C2007.0/10
  • Facecam MK.29.0/10 Leads

Field of View & Framing

  • PowerConf C2008.3/10 Leads
  • Facecam MK.27.0/10

Microphone

  • PowerConf C2007.0/10
  • Facecam MK.2—

Build & Privacy

  • PowerConf C2008.3/10 Leads
  • Facecam MK.28.0/10

Connection & Software

  • PowerConf C2009.0/10
  • Facecam MK.29.0/10

Why PowerConf C200 Beats Facecam MK.2 (and Vice Versa)

Why PowerConf C200 beats Facecam MK.2

  • Better image quality: 8.7 vs 6.3 out of 10
  • Better field of view & framing: 8.3 vs 7.0 out of 10
  • Max Resolution: 2K (2560 x 1440) vs 1080p at 60 fps (uncompressed over USB 3.0)
  • Field of View: 95° vs 84°
  • Autofocus: Yes (15 cm to 3 m) vs No (fixed focus, 30-120 cm)

Why Facecam MK.2 beats PowerConf C200

  • Better low-light performance: 9.0 vs 7.0 out of 10
  • Max Frame Rate: 60 (1080p), 120 (720p) vs 30 fps
  • Sensor: Sony STARVIS 1/2.5" CMOS vs 1/2.7" CMOS

Review-score leads of 0.5+ points out of 10 first, then specs where only one comes out ahead.

Full Specifications

General

PowerConf C200Facecam MK.2
Best ForBudget buyersStreamers

Image

PowerConf C200Facecam MK.2
Max Resolution2K (2560 x 1440) Better1080p at 60 fps (uncompressed over USB 3.0)
Max Frame Rate30 fps60 (1080p), 120 (720p) Better
Sensor1/2.7" CMOSSony STARVIS 1/2.5" CMOS Better
Megapixels5 MP—
Field of View95° Better84°
AutofocusYes (15 cm to 3 m) BetterNo (fixed focus, 30-120 cm)
Aperture—f/2.4
Video FormatMJPEG / YUV—

Audio

PowerConf C200Facecam MK.2
MicrophonesDual stereo with AGC and noise cancellation—
Mic Range3 m—
Noise ReductionYes—

Design & Privacy

PowerConf C200Facecam MK.2
Privacy ShutterYes (built-in camera cover switch)—
MountingAdjustable clip/stand—
Tripod Thread1/4 in thread1/4 in thread
Weight—90 g
Dimensions—84 x 38 x 61 mm

Connectivity

PowerConf C200Facecam MK.2
ConnectionUSB-CUSB-C (USB 3.0 for uncompressed)
SoftwareAnkerWork—
Operating SystemsWindows 7+, macOS 10.11+Windows 10 (64-bit)+, macOS 12+
UVC—UVC 1.5

Identifiers

PowerConf C200Facecam MK.2
Model NumberA3369—

Takeaways

  • It's a tie on our rating (4/5) between PowerConf C200 and Facecam MK.2, so choose on the rows that matter most to you.
  • Choose PowerConf C200 for budget buyers.
  • Choose Facecam MK.2 for streamers.

Pros and Cons

PowerConf C200

PROS

  • 2K at 30 fps
  • Autofocus, 95/78/65° view
  • Stereo mics with noise cancellation
  • Built-in cover switch

CONS

  • No HDR listed
  • Small 1/2.7-inch sensor

Facecam MK.2

PROS

  • Uncompressed 1080p60 over USB 3.0
  • Sony STARVIS sensor
  • 720p120 for smooth motion
  • Light at 90 g

CONS

  • Fixed focus (30-120 cm)
  • No built-in mic listed

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Quick Verdict

  • PowerConf C200 8.1Best overallLeads in Image Quality, Field of View & Framing, Build & Privacy
  • Facecam MK.2 7.7Leads in Low-Light Performance