Hori's Nintendo Switch 2 Piranha Plant camera offers a modest resolution of just 480p, significantly lower than the 1080p resolution of Nintendo's official Switch 2 camera. The UK My Nintendo Store has confirmed these specifications:
- Nintendo Switch 2 Camera - Video capture quality: 1080p.
- Piranha Plant Camera for Nintendo Switch 2 - Camera resolution: 640 × 480.
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Priced lower than Nintendo's $49.99 camera, Hori's Piranha Plant camera, which is officially licensed by Nintendo, provides a more budget-friendly option. Both cameras are set to be released alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5. Notably, the Switch 2 supports not only its proprietary camera but also any compatible USB-C camera.
The Piranha Plant camera boasts unique features. The camera, housed within the Piranha Plant, can be detached from its pot, allowing you to place it directly on top of the Switch 2 for enhanced portability—a feature not available with Nintendo's camera. Additionally, you can close the plant's mouth to cover the lens when needed.
The revelation that the Piranha Plant camera has a resolution of just 480p has sparked a mix of shock and humor among Nintendo fans. Reddit user Ramen536Pie commented, "How do you even make a 480p camera in 2025? That must be harder to do than a 1080p camera." LizardsoftheGhost found it amusing, saying, "That's actually hilarious. Maybe they meant to release this back when the Wii U came out." Meanwhile, pokemonfitness1420 questioned, "Isn't 480p a crime nowadays?"
During last week's Nintendo Direct, Nintendo unveiled the Switch 2's GameChat functionality, activated by pressing the C button on the new Joy-Con. This feature allows players to watch each other play the same or different games and even see each other using a camera. The built-in microphone ensures reliable communication regardless of the gaming environment. The C button's chat menu is designed to be a comprehensive multiplayer feature that could mark Nintendo's most significant online engagement in years.
For more on the Nintendo Switch 2, including details from the Nintendo Direct, our exclusive interview with Nintendo of America's Bill Trinen, and insights into the impact of Trump's tariffs on the Switch 2, stay tuned.
