Nintendo Switch 2 Camera: Official 1080p vs Hori's 480p

Hori's Piranha Plant camera for the Nintendo Switch 2 boasts a modest resolution of 480p, which is notably lower than the 1080p resolution offered by Nintendo's official Switch 2 camera. The UK My Nintendo Store has confirmed these specifications:

- **Nintendo Switch 2 Camera**: Video capture quality at 1080p.
- **Piranha Plant Camera for Nintendo Switch 2**: Camera resolution at 640 × 480.

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Hori's Piranha Plant camera, officially licensed by Nintendo, comes at a more budget-friendly price than Nintendo’s own $49.99 camera. It's important to highlight that the Nintendo Switch 2 supports not only its proprietary camera accessory but also any compatible USB-C camera. Both cameras are scheduled for release with the Switch 2 on June 5.

The Piranha Plant camera offers unique features; the webcam can be detached from its pot and placed directly on top of the Switch 2, enhancing its portability—a feature absent in Nintendo's camera. Additionally, users can close the plant's mouth to cover the lens, providing a playful way to control privacy.

The gaming community expressed astonishment upon learning that the Piranha Plant camera has a resolution of just 480p. Reddit user Ramen536Pie questioned, "How do you even make a 480p camera in 2025? That must be harder to do than a 1080p camera." LizardsoftheGhost humorously remarked, "That’s actually hilarious. Maybe they meant to release this back when the Wii U came out." Meanwhile, pokemonfitness1420 quipped, "Isn't 480p a crime nowadays?"

During the recent Nintendo Direct, the new GameChat functionality for the Nintendo Switch 2 was unveiled, which can be activated by pressing the C button on the new Joy-Con controllers. This feature allows players to watch one another playing the same or different games and even see each other with the help of a camera. The built-in microphone promises reliability across various gaming environments. The C button's chat menu is poised to be a comprehensive multiplayer tool, potentially marking Nintendo's most impactful online initiative in years.

For more insights on the Nintendo Switch 2, check out our coverage of everything announced during the Nintendo Direct, our exclusive interview with Nintendo of America's Bill Trinen, and updates on how Trump's tariffs might affect the pricing of the Switch 2.