Which Nintendo Console Takes Pictures? The Switch

The Nintendo Switch (all models) has a built-in camera in the top bezel of the tablet.

Capabilities

• Capture still screenshots (hold Capture button).
• Record 30-second video clips (hold Capture button longer).
• Video calls in supported apps (e.g., Pokémon Scarlet/Violet Union Circle, Mario Party minigames).

Quality Reality Check

Resolution is modest (720p max), low-light performance poor, no optical zoom. It's designed for in-game sharing, not photography. Treat it as a fun extra—not a phone/DSLR replacement.