Is this the newer f/4 VR version?

No. This is the original 24-120mm f/4G ED-IF AF-S VR. The later version has a revised optical design and is sharper at the edges.

Does it work on DX bodies?

Yes, but it becomes a 36-180mm equivalent, losing the wide end. It is designed for FX cameras.

Yes for handheld shooting in dim light. It steadies the viewfinder and allows slower shutter speeds.

77mm filters, the same as many Nikon pro zooms.

In decent light, yes. In very dim venues you will need higher ISO or a faster prime.

Yes, the AF-S silent-wave motor works on bodies without a screw-drive motor.

At Adorama, for $819.95, as of our latest check.

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