How long have we waited for Nikon to pump out high-ISO images like these?

Since the beginning of time? Give or take the last 5 years, or since 2003 / 4?

Well, here they are! Click on the thumbnails below to access them.

Or read a blog post documenting the excitement and discussions around these photos, lens used and other information.

Remember to click on the Original link found below each photo (after you click on the thumbnail) to view the images at full size. Never mind, I've done it for you:
_EF22344.JPG | _EF22348.JPG

Enjoy!