The version of the Microsoft Camera Codec Pack is not compatible

The version of the Microsoft Camera Codec Pack is not compatible

A camera codec is a set of instructions for transforming raw footage into a digital file that can be manipulated on the computer. The problem you're having arises when a set of codecs is no longer recognized as valid by the operating system, even though they still work. To solve this situation, you will first determine which version of Windows 8 you're using and then download and install the latest camera codec pack for your version by following these steps:

1. Point to the lower right corner of your screen and click "Search".

2. Type "system" (without the quotes) in the search box and click "Settings".

3. Click "System".

4. Look under the heading "System" for a "System type" field. If that field displays "64-bit operating system", then you have a 64-bit version of Windows 8. Otherwise, you have a 32-bit version.

5. With this information in mind, visit the Microsoft website  and click the download button

6. You will be given a choice between two versions of the codec pack

7. Depending on the information you saw in the 4th step, select the right codec pack version: x86.msi for a 32-bit operating system and x64.msi for a 64-bit version.

8. Once you choose, the "Next" button will become clickable. Click it.

9. Save the file and, once completed, run it.

After the installation is complete, you will be able to peruse your camera on your computer normally.