Best Black Friday deals on Fuji X lenses?

Honestly, finding any real value in these sales is getting nearly impossible and it drives me crazy. The industry is basically gaslighting photographers at this point by calling these minor price adjustments killer deals.

• Companies are cutting corners on weather sealing and internal components
• MSRPs are being artificially inflated right before the holiday season starts
• Older, reliable designs are being phased out for expensive, over-engineered glass Its such a scam how we are expected to pay a premium for lenses that feel more like disposable electronics than actual optical tools. You spend months saving up just to realize the savings are practically non-existent once you look at the price history. The lack of respect for long-term reliability in the name of sales numbers is just exhausting.

Used Rokinon 12mm. Got mine for $250. Sharp enough, works great for landscapes.

Hey! For wide-angle under $800, consider the Rokinon 12mm f/2.0! Amazing sharpness, especially stopped down a bit. Just be aware, it's manual focus ONLY. Fantastic for landscapes, but tricky for moving subjects. Test it thoroughly first; manual focus takes practice! Love the results, but assess if it fits your shooting style!

Before jumping on a new lens, consider a used Viltrox. I snagged a decent wide-angle for $300 last year. Plenty of bargains if you're patient and check resale sites.