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BOTTOM LINE CONCLUSION:

Both of these lenses will work great on a Leica M8, but the Leica Summicron has the edge and the coding to make it work a little smoother.

The Summicron is sharp, but not TOO sharp, so it renders images in a smooth, but detailed way. The colors are sublime and the contrast is midway between Ultron and Elmarit. Just about perfect. There really are no flaws with this lens and it is a great F2 28mm lens for the Leica M system. Actually, it would be the BEST F2 28mm for the Leica system. Great for landscape, street, or portraits. Click here for the B&H Photo 28 Summicron page.

The Ultron will be attractive to those who want to save the money and not pay the astronomical amount for an extra 15-20% in performance. For $550 or so, you can get a fast 28mm for your Leica that will give you smooth files, subdued colors, and a classic look. If you do not mind the softer corners and light fall off, this lens has loads of character. It is semi-soft at F2-F5.6 and by F8, it sharpens up. Shoot really close and it will be pretty sharp in the center. Also, some have complained about this lens back-focusing but my copy had ZERO back-focus. Never saw the problem, so to me it was a non issue. This lens is also great for portraits! Click here for the B&H Ultron page.

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UPDATE - After shooting with the Leica 28 Summicron even more I can say that without a doubt it is one of the best lenses I have ever used. The Ultron, while a nice little lens in its own right can not compete with the Leica, nor should it at 1/8th the price. The Lieca 28 Summicron is one heck of a 28mm and there is none better!