Q: camera not working on macbook

You can check to see if it is at least detected using the application:

"System Information" located in the folder "/Applications/Utilities/"

check in the Hardware > USB section

If the "FaceTime" camera is in the list then I suggest rebooting.  If you have an application open that is using the camera then you will not be able to access the camera from a different application-- so make sure all apps that use the camera are closed.

What should I do if I don't see the camera listed?..Yes I have the Facetime App...But it does NOT show in this section

iSight camera failure after OS X 10.9 Mavericks update

If you are not using OS X 10.9.x, start with the How to Troubleshoot iSight suggestions.  (Over time, Apple has changed the built-in camera's name on newer Macs from "iSight" to "FaceTime" and then to "FaceTime HD."  Regardless of the name of your Mac's built-in camera, the same info and troubleshooting applies.)

Message was edited by: EZ Jim

Mac OSX 10.9

hi Ez Jim i have the same problem in my macbook pro the camera is NOT listed in the USB list. and your iSghit camera failure after OS X 10.9 Mavericks update. Is no longer available, can you help us???

If System Info still does not recognize your camera as a USB Device after reinstalling OS X, contact Apple or your Apple Authorized Service Provider for help.

(If you have installed AirParrot to stream media to an Apple TV with a pre-2011 MacBook Pro, you can also try uninstalling it before seeking professional help.)