New Nikon Lenses - Got $12,000?

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Nikon has announced three new lenses- The perfect kit replacement for D5500/D7200 users? And some serious telephoto.

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR Lens

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VRQuick thoughts - This shows a commitment from Nikon to the DX mount/APS-C sized sensors and will likely be an excellent travel lens - offering a very useful range with decent aperture.  I am curious how it will compare to the much cheaper but very good Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM $399 from B&H (my review).Highlights:

  • F Mount Lens/DX Format
  • 24-120mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • Maximum Aperture Range: f/2.8-4
  • Silent Wave Motor and MF Override
  • Nikon VR Image Stabilization

Price: $1,066.95Availability: Shipping July 16thPreorder: B&H Photo Video 

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/4E FL ED VR

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/4E FL ED VRQuick Thoughts: I expect these to be very sharp and they offer noticeable weight savings versus the older versions.

  • F Mount Lens/FX Format
  • Maximum Aperture: f/4
  • Vibration Reduction, Sport/Tripod Modes
  • Detachable, Rotatable Monopod Collar

Price: $10,296.95Availability: Shipping July 16thPreorder: B&H Photo Video

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 600mm f/4E FL ED VR Lens

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 600mm f/4E FL ED VR LensQuick Thoughts: Just like the 500mm, just costs $2,000 more to get 600mm.

  • F Mount Lens/FX Format
  • Maximum Aperture: f/4
  • 4 stop Vibration Reduction, Sport/Tripod Modes
  • Detachable, Rotatable Monopod Collar

Price: $12,296.95Availability: Shipping July 16thPreorder: B&H Photo Video