Thanks useful information: 
The rumors have now been fufilled.
One new DX lens:
http://www.nikon.com/about/news/2010...r55-300_02.htm
Which will probably form the kit replacement for the 55-200mm.
3 new FX lenses:
http://www.nikon.com/about/news/2010..._28-300-03.htm
So looks like Nikon is opening up the F4 range for FX users as budget glass, and offering them a superzoom. The only one of these that will interest most people using FX for other than casual purposes is the 85 AF-S F1.4G though it is missing the VR that it really should have.
And finally, the new body to the range:
http://www.nikon.com/about/news/2010/0819_d3100_01.htm
Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the release of the Nikon D3100, an entry level Nikon DX-format digital-SLR camera. The camera is equipped with a new CMOS image sensor developed by Nikon and a new image-processing engine that enable capture of high-definition images exhibiting superior image quality, and a Guide mode that allows users to capture images just as they intended.
Type Single-lens reflex digital camera
Lens mount Nikon F mount (with AF contacts)
Effective pixels 14.2 million
Image sensor 23.1 x 15.4 mm CMOS sensor
Image size (pixels) 4,608 x 3,072 [L]
3,456 x 2,304 [M]
2,304 x 1,536 [S]
File format 1) NEF(RAW), 2)JPEG, 3)NEF(RAW)+JPEG
Media SD (Secure Digital) memory cards *1, SDHC- and SDXC-compliant
Frame advance rate Up to 3 fps *2
ISO sensitivity ISO 100 to 3200 in steps of 1 EV; Can also be set to approx. 1 EV above ISO 3200 (ISO 6400 equivalent) or to approx. 2 EV above ISO 3200 (ISO 12800 equivalent); auto ISO sensitivity control available
Movie Frame size (pixels) and frame rate: 1,920 x 1,080; 24 p - 1,280 x 720; 30 p - 1,280 x 720; 25 p - 1,280 x 720; 24 p - 640 x 424; 24 p
Maximum Recording Time:10 min.
File format/Video compression: MOV, H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Cording
Audio recording device; Supported:monaural recording with built-in microphone.
LCD monitor 3-in., approx. 230 k-dot TFT LCD with brightness adjustment
Power source Battery; One rechargeable Li-ion EN-EL14 battery
AC adapter(optional);EH-5a AC adapter; requires EP-5 power connector
Dimensions (approx.)
(W x H x D) 124 X 96 X 74.5mm
Weight (approx.) 455g without battery, memory card, or body cap,
505g;with battery and memory card but without body cap
Major supplied accessories EN-EL14 rechargeable Li-ion battery, MH-24 battery charger, AN-DC3 camera strap, ViewNX 2 CD-ROM, Ferrite Core (2 types)
Interesting to note, the sensor is a 14 MP, which means that we have the amusing situation of the entry level camera exceeding all the other cameras in the range minus the D3X in MP, and Max ISO is 3200. New battery is also part of the kit, video comes as standard, 3FPS shoot rate and SD card is the main memory.
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Originally Posted by N*A*M
