Hey SharpShooter – Freudian slip on the cannon; I guess I am thinking about my REAL man image. And with the Nikon lens trunk, I will feel like a REAL man in a 1940’s Bogart movie. :D

In any case, I agree Canon makes great lenses -- both companies make good stuff. Its just that, after 7 years, Nikon is due for an upgrade on the 600 mm and GAS forces me to need a longer lens. That is why I wanted to check the UHH rumor mill. However, it matters no longer since I decided to risk it and ordered one -- Big Brown delivered it Friday. Happy to report, it is quite sharp and the colors are great.

Thanks to all.