I know this unit is only USB 2.0 speed, and this is fine. But even so, it rarely runs above 1.1 speed. That is annoying when writing large volume of data. But can't complain about price & quality of construction.

Works flawlessly, I’ve had it for maybe a month now and I’ve encountered no problems. Only thing I’d say is M.2 is definitely a bit faster.

Before you purchase this mic, make sure that your USB inputs are USB 1.1 or 2.0. I just discovered mine are USB 3.0, so my computer isn't even detecting this microphone (even if the microphone is being powered and its red light is on). It doesn't have anything to do with Windows 10 or your software, it's just the USB hardware on your computer.

ok so many of you are considering m.2 enclosures as a better alternative. here is why they are not. my use case. I have a Mac with 512g hd. plenty to store my programs and any video project I am working on. more than plenty. so why not use m.2 enclosure to hard store my videos? simple. with this I put a sticker on it with the date of when I filled it up. then throw it in a drawer. then when I want to pull a video I shot in may 2021, I find the drive that is stored on and wala it is there. not so easy to do on m.2. so you put a sticker with the date where? store it how? and have to pull your current m.2 out, install that one and see if your video is truly on that one or if you remembered the date wrong. seems like a big hassle to me.

Compact, powerful and Leica quality. The extra add on magnifying lens is really handy. It can read the smallest engraving on the smallest coin.So you get an excellent monocular for distant viewing like sporting events, bird watching, etc and a super magnifying lens to pick out the smallest detail on anything.

Say what you will about the Leica price premium but this is an amazing little monocular. I've been using it for about 6 months now and don't know how I ever lived without it. I'm a photographer and this fits nicely in my camera bag, to be used for spotting animals and people to approach and photograph. I also take it with me on extended mountain treks, where it is incredibly useful. The close-up lens is nice to have, but I find myself using it only infrequently, mostly because the case, where it is stored, is so bulky I tend to leave it home. It gets 4 stars instead of 5 due to the bulkiness of the case, which doesn't fit the lanyard, and factoring in price/value.But why the Leica? Because of the clarity and brightness of the image and the durability and build of the product. It's survived 4 foot falls onto dirt without damage. It's been inundated with rain and snow. I've let everybody and their uncle use the thing and it's still like new. The initial stiffness in the focus ring has loosened up. It's possible to shoot through the monocular using my Sony RX100M3 camera, or any smaller point-and-shoot. Just put the zoom on full and focus on infinity, then place the monocular over the lens. The results aren't spectacular, but it'll do as a long telephoto in a pinch.I look forward to decades of use of this investment, and eventually I'll pass it on to one of my kids.

For those looking for a front objective lens cover (which Leica should have provided!!!), the Leupold 20mm cover doesn't work. However, the Butler Creek 02 Eye Flip Open Scope Cover works excellently (1.225"). Try a couple different size rubberbands over the objective lens barrel to give it a snug fit and it won't budge, is watertight, and the rubberband can't be seen. Also it doesn't interfere with the focusing ring.

I purchased a Canon FD to Leica M adapter in order to get some more use out of my 17mm Canon lens. I’m pretty impressed with it so far. It seems considerably better quality than the cheap imported adapters, and not as expensive as a Novoflex. The lens hooks up solid and it feels solid on the camera body. I will most likely try some of their other adapters as necessary.