Windows 10: Windows camera app media capture failed event

My windows camera app shows the error code :

0xA00F4271<MediaCaptureFailedEvent> 0x80070018.

I have tried updating the webcam driver, uninstalled and reinstalled the driver but the problem still persists. Also, it does not resolve after restarting the PC. Kindly help me as I need to use the webcam on a daily basis. Thank you

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location not visible in pics we capture from camera app

Hello kamal

Please follow these methods

Method 1

Restore Game DVR Captures folder location settings

Open File Explorer.

Browse to the Captures folder location.

Right-click the Captures folder and select Properties.

Click the Location tab.

Click the Restore Defaults button.

Click Apply.

Click Yes to recreate the folder in the old location.

Click Yes to move the content of the Captures folder to the old location, and wait a few moments.

Click OK.

Note: After you've completed the steps, the Captures folder will return with all its content to its default location: C:\Users\%username%\Videos\Captures.

After performing the steps above, try to change the location of your captured video.

if that didn't work

Method 2

Press the Windows Key + I to open the Settings app.

From the options presented select System, then click on

Apps & features located on the left pane.

Locate the Camera app from the list and select it.

Select the Advanced options link and then choose Reset.

When the pop-up notification is shown just click on the Reset

button once more.

Once all the steps are complete, kindly reboot your computer.

Completing this steps will clear the cache of the Camera app and allow it to re-recognize any video capture devices connected to your computer.

I hope it helps

 

Camera app not working on Windows 10

Hello Phoebe,

Thank you for contacting Microsoft Community.

We're sorry to hear the inconvenience you have experienced.

Does it give any error message?

Suggest you to try with the below mentioned troubleshooting steps and check if it helps.

Method 1:

Run built in Windows Store Apps troubleshooter

* Press Windows Key then type ‘troubleshoot’ and select the same from the list

* Select “View all” on the left panel and run “Windows Store Apps” troubleshooter from the list

* Click Advanced, ensure to check Apply repairs automatically
and also select Run as administrator

* Click Next and finish the troubleshooting by following the on-screen instructions.

Method 2:

Suggest you to check with the below article, which provides troubleshooting steps when Camera app fails to start.

How to fix Windows 10 issues with cameras when the Windows
Camera app fails to launch

Fix Windows Camera app problems with USB web cameras

Keep us posted if you require further assistance.

 

download Windows camera app

Success in resetting Store; that produced a download of the Windows camera, despite seeing error message again, download proceeded. Screen shows MS app for Windows camera and indicates downloaded. (Camera now listed in app list.) But when Launch was selected,
no action after screen with camera icon. Eventually message appeared " something went wrong: here is message code if needed: 0x400F4271>MediaCaptureFailedEvent>0xC00D3704. We seem to be moving ahead a step at a time. Next suggestion?