April 26th, 2012: We've received a leak of a rebate starting on Sunday April 29th. It runs until June 2nd. This is a double rebate, where your rebate is doubled with the purchase of either a 5D Mark II, 5D Mark III, a 7D, or a 60D.

May 1st, 2012: To get a double rebate at B&H, just add all qualifying items with a body to your order and their shopping cart will figure it out. You can get a double rebate on as many lenses as you want.

To get a double rebate at Adorama, you must use the 'Buy together and save' link found on the 60D, 7D, or 5D Mark II pages.

March 1st, 2012: We've received confirmation that this is coming tomorrow. Contrary to popular belief, it will be available in kit with the 24-105 IS, not the 24-70 II on launch. Get notified when available for pre-order in body only or kit. To the right is the product image (click to enlarge).

March 2nd, 2012: Announced as expected, along with the Speedlite 600EX-RT. The pre-order pricing for this body-only is $3499 at most major retailers. Pre-orders at Amazon are listed here.