flip1948 wrote:
Nikonrumors had previously predicted this lens would officially be announced today, but are now saying it may be Wednesday. However, they now have more "rumored" information on the lens.
The biggest rumor comes from a source in China...the price...$6,000 which is far less than many have predicted.
It is expected to start shipping in May and the weight will be 2.3kg which is about half of the F mount 800mm and just a little more than the 500mm PF.
Performance has been called spectacular.
All of this remains to be seen.
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At that price there will be backorders out of the gate no doubt.