More Hurry up and wait news
Info I received today:
My discussions have also revealed that the general allocation of Z9 cameras in December will be VERY small. Every authorized should be receiving the same, small amount of cameras - no matter how big that dealer may be. I cannot tell you exactly how small the deliveries will be, but that # can be counted on one hand. At the same time, Nikon will make a separate allocation to NPS (Nikon Professional Services) members. Some, but not all, NPS members will receive cameras in this first allocation. The good news is that future deliveries will include many more cameras for allocations to ALL photographers. At this time, Nikon is unable to tell me how quickly, or how frequent, our Z9 deliveries will be in the near future. However, the discussions lead me to believe that there will be at least 2 allocations each month.
Info I received today:
- Nikon's new lens announcement has been delayed (again) until Tuesday 12/14. This announcement should consist of the formal introduction of a new Z series 85mm f/1.4 (or f/1.2), and a development announcement for another lens which is unknown st this time
- The Nikon 100-400mm & 24-120mm lenses are still scheduled for initial deliveries on 12/16/2021. We will inform everyone on those waiting lists, as we learn more.
- The Nikon Z9 initial deliveries have been pushed back a week, and will most probably occur in the USA on Thursday 12/23 - but they could be delayed until Monday 12/27. Of course, I will keep everyone informed as I learn more details.
My discussions have also revealed that the general allocation of Z9 cameras in December will be VERY small. Every authorized should be receiving the same, small amount of cameras - no matter how big that dealer may be. I cannot tell you exactly how small the deliveries will be, but that # can be counted on one hand. At the same time, Nikon will make a separate allocation to NPS (Nikon Professional Services) members. Some, but not all, NPS members will receive cameras in this first allocation. The good news is that future deliveries will include many more cameras for allocations to ALL photographers. At this time, Nikon is unable to tell me how quickly, or how frequent, our Z9 deliveries will be in the near future. However, the discussions lead me to believe that there will be at least 2 allocations each month.