On its re-designed web page for the Czech Republic, Nikon announced a new tele-zoom 75-240/4.5-5.6D, http://www.nikon.cz/power.htm#75_240 >From the specs: 12 elements in 9 groups closest focusing distance 1.5m (no distance information on the lens) 52mm filter thread 410g 72mm diameter, 122mm length "A new construction guarantees sharper pictures with higher contrast." It should be available in the middle of the year. Michal Kocvara
