Woo-Hoo, great news, I just got an email from B&H..

[JFG]

Hey everyone,

I just received an email from B&H Photo, informing me that my RF 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM lens is on its way, it shipped, and I should receive it on November 4, 2024.   Dang and I was just telling Trevor that I couldn't wait for it.  I guess TomRamsey was right, the wait time is getting shorter.  I ordered mine on September 18, 2024, and receiving it on November 4, 2024, only one and a half months (45 days).  Woo-Hoo, I was thinking that it would take 3 to 4 months.  Rick, did you get yours yet?  Let us know?

I guess It's a Halloween / Thanksgiving present for me...    

 

[shadowsports]

Mine as well. 😀

[JFG]

Hey Rick,

That's great!  Now we'll be able to get those long-distance shots that were to far away for the 150-600mm and or get better shots for those that are closer.  I'm thinking that the RF200-800 may be redundant to my 150-600mm so I might be selling the 150-600mm.  I'll see how it goes.  Are you also getting yours on Monday,  November 4th?

[shadowsports]

Yes sir, I am.  😃  Going to be a long weekend.

[JFG]

Hey Rick,

I agree with you, "it's going to be a long weekend".  I just ordered a Hoya 95mm EVO Antistatic UV (0) Slim Lens Filter for my RF200-800mm lens.  Good price at Amazon at $149.00, and I'll get it Saturday Nov 2nd.  It's antistatic coating repels dust, water repellent - water beads up and wipes away easily, scratch resistant, stain resistant - protects against exposure to ink markers, etc., 99.8% Light. Transmission.  Hoya is one of the better-quality brands in the market, made in Japan.

[ctitanic]

Well, a congratulations to the lucky ones are in order!

[ebiggs1]

I know you will love it. I wanted Canon to make that lens ten years ago. They finally have and can't keep up with demand.