Nikon D800E vs Leica M Monochrom
— 28mm Comparison

This Nikon D800E vs Leica M Monochrom 28mm comparison confirms the results from the Nikon D800E vs Leica M Monochrom 21mm comparison and the Nikon D800E vs Leica M Monochrom 35mm comparison.

• Nikon D800E + Zeiss 28mm f/2 Distagon (at about $4,100)
• Leica M Monochrom + Leica 28mm f/2.8 Elmarit-M ASPH (at about $10,200).

What about absolute quality for black and white?

I am satisfied that the 21mm, 28mm, 35mm results taken together offer a definitive and indisputable decision point for black and white shooters looking for the best solution, at least at low ISO values.

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Leica M Monochrom + Leica 28mm f/2.8 Elmarit-M ASPH @ ƒ/8

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Nikon D800E + Zeiss 28mm f/2 Distagon @ ƒ/8