Prices did increase a month or so ago a considerable amount. If you check B&H's website today though you'll notice the price came down half of the increase on several of the Canon lenses. I follow the prices very closely and have hard copies of my wishlist that actually show the difference in prices.

Canon 50mm 1.4 - $350 3 months ago - $400 yesterday - $375 today


Canon 300mm 2.8 L - $4,100 3 months ago - $4,600 yesterday - $4,340 today


Canon 100-400 IS L - $? 3 months ago - $1,680 yesterday - $1,610 today

Not all the lenses came down in price but there are plenty more just like those. I just don't feel like typing them all out but none of the price decreases were due to the canon instant rebates they just came down in price so now might be the time to buy.Who knows whenthe prices will go up again.

Fred~