SX50 actual release date?

Hi all, I wonder if anyone has heard a SPECIFIC release date for the SX50? I know I should be patient but I do have a reason for asking! I am going on a trip through the midwest and rather than taking my Pentax K% and several lenses and flashes and Lowepro backpacks etc I would love to just take my G12 and then buy the SX50 in Detroit as soon as I get there but we will be there early in October and so it may not be out until we get home. Boo! So, anyone heard anything more specific than 'October'? I can't find anything along those lines.

Thanks all!

Phil
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