Yes, it features a dust and moisture-resistant design, including a rubber gasket at the mount, making it suitable for professional outdoor use in challenging conditions.
No, it does not have built-in optical stabilization. It relies on the In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS) found in most modern Sony Alpha camera bodies.
The lens has an impressive minimum focus distance of 0.7 meters (2.3 feet), allowing for tight, detailed close-up portraits.
Yes, the XD Linear Motors provide near-silent autofocus, and the physical aperture ring can be 'de-clicked' for smooth, silent iris transitions during filming.