I need to know which prime lens is actually going to work for my X-S20 for street photography because I am honestly losing my mind with what I have right now. Ive been trying to use the 18-55mm kit lens for a few months now but it is just so bulky and slow to focus when I am out in the city. I missed like five great shots yesterday in downtown Chicago because the lens just kept hunting for focus and honestly im just fed up with it. It feels like im carrying a brick around and people notice me immediately which kills the whole candid vibe im going for.

I have about 600 bucks to spend and I need to get this sorted before my trip to NYC next month. I was looking at the 23mm f2 because its small but then people say the 35mm f2 has better character and I dont even know anymore. I just want something fast, tiny, and sharp that doesnt make me look like a tourist. Is the 27mm pancake worth it or is the autofocus gonna be just as loud and annoying as my old lenses? I really need something that just works without me having to fight the gear every single time i press the shutter...