Even asking the question whether the $2K lens is worth it seems quaintly out-of-touch IMO (for the far majority of people who might enjoy photography as patrons or customers or even enthusiasts). It’s a question only the old-school pros and equipment junkies would probably care about. To me there is quite enough unintentional snobbery and defensiveness among pros as is, given the flood of amateurs and novices armed with mobile cameras taking surprisingly good shots. Full disclosure: I count myself among the latter. Much appreciation for the article; I hope the comment landed as intended — challenging appropriately not trolling. I love a good conclusion backed by justification, which you have delivered. I guess I say I sort of violently agree lol. Thanks!