Rod

I've often thought that a great compact set up would be the X-E2 with the 18, 27, and 35f2 when available. That combination is not very wide, not very long or very fast, but you could sure do a lot with it. I have the 18-55 zoom which is way better than any kit zoom has a right to be. When I bought it with the X-E2 it was supposed to just get me started until I could afford some primes. You couldn't pry it away from me now, just so convenient. The only primes I have bought are the 27 and the 56.  I love the 27, makes such a compact outfit and takes great pictures. I find that the 27 focal length really suits my shooting style.

You guys talked me into the 10-24, just ordered it new from Cameraland on Ebay for $719. Renting one from lensrentalonline was going to be $186 for 21 days. If I decide I don't want to keep it I can probably resell it for less loss than that. If I don't keep it, I probably would replace it with the 16mm Fuji and 12mm Samyang. Using the zoom should give me a better idea of exactly what focus lengths I prefer in wide or ultrawide primes. They have 3 more at that price.