Sony 35mm f1.8 Lens Dubai full frame everyday prime lens for travel
Sony 35mm f1.8 Lens Dubai | Full-Frame Prime | Camcity Original price was:  2,599.00.Current price is:  2,399.00. VAT Inclusive
Back to products
Sony 50mm f1.8 OSS Lens Dubai APS-C portrait prime lens with stabilization
Sony 50mm f1.8 OSS Lens Dubai | APS-C Prime | Camcity Original price was:  999.00.Current price is:  799.00. VAT Inclusive

Sony FE 85mm f1.8 Dubai | Portrait Prime Lens [عدسة بورتريه]

Original price was:  2,299.00.Current price is:  1,899.00. VAT Inclusive

Original price was:  2,299.00.Current price is:  1,899.00. VAT Inclusive

The Sony FE 85mm f1.8 Dubai (SEL85F18) is the definitive portrait prime for Sony Alpha shooters — delivering creamy bokeh [بوكيه احترافي], fast silent autofocus, and full-frame sharpness corner to corner, all in a 371g weather-resistant body at AED 1,899. Unlike grey market units circulating from unauthorised UAE sellers, every Sony FE 85mm f1.8 at CamCity carries a genuine UAE warranty with full local service support. Visit our Al Khaleej Centre showroom in Bur Dubai to see this lens before you buy, or chat on WhatsApp for instant stock confirmation.

 

Choose a category for search

The Sony FE 85mm f1.8 Dubai retails at AED 1,899 at CamCity — making it the most price-competitive authorised listing for this lens in the UAE. If you have been comparing prices and noticed units selling for AED 1,954 or AED 1,971 elsewhere, the difference is simple: those are grey market or parallel import units with no verified local warranty. At CamCity, every Sony FE 85mm f1.8 Dubai purchase includes genuine UAE warranty and full Sony service network access.

Key Features for Dubai Portrait and Wedding Photographers

f1.8 Aperture — Professional Bokeh Without the GM Price

The f1.8 maximum aperture is wide enough to produce the smooth, creamy background separation that portrait and wedding photographers in Dubai chase with the more expensive 85mm f1.4 GM. You pay less than half the price and get 90% of the bokeh performance. The 9-blade circular aperture ensures background highlights render as clean, rounded discs rather than harsh polygons — critical when shooting receptions and events in venues with point-source lighting.

Silent Double Linear AF — Ideal for Wedding Videography

The double linear motor drives the focus mechanism without gears, which means near-silent autofocus during video recording. For Dubai wedding videographers shooting speeches, ceremonies, or documentary moments where noise matters, this is a significant advantage. Eye AF tracking on the A7 IV, A7C II, and A7R V works fluidly with this lens.

Works on Full Frame and APS-C Sony Bodies

The Sony FE 85mm f1.8 Dubai is fully compatible with every Sony E-mount camera — full-frame bodies (A7 series, A7C II, FX3, ZV-E1) and APS-C bodies (a6700, ZV-E10 II). On APS-C bodies it provides a 127.5mm equivalent focal length, making it a tight portrait prime ideal for headshots.

Important: This lens requires a 67mm filter. If you are purchasing UV or ND filters for this lens, confirm the 67mm thread size withour team on WhatsApp before ordering to avoid mismatched accessories.

Who Should Buy the Sony FE 85mm f1.8 in the UAE

Dubai wedding photographers who shoot in low-lit ballrooms and need a fast, quiet lens that will not disturb the ceremony benefit most from this lens. Lifestyle portrait photographers working in outdoor Dubai locations — from the Creek to Al Fahidi — will find the compression and bokeh rendering ideal for their subject style. Content creators upgrading from a kit zoom who want a genuine prime look for their portraits and reels, without committing to the AED 4,576 f1.4 GM, will find this the most practical first prime upgrade on the Sony system.

Why Buy from CamCity

CamCity is a UAE-authorised Sony dealer operating from our Al Khaleej Centre showroom (Shop 136–137, Mezzanine Floor, Al Rolla Road, Bur Dubai). Every Sony FE 85mm f1.8 Dubai unit sold here carries a genuine UAE warranty [ضمان الإمارات] — not an international card that Sony Middle East will not honour. If the lens develops a fault, our service process is straightforward: bring it to the showroom or message us on WhatsApp at +971543531655 and we handle the rest.

You can walk into our showroom, mount this lens onto a Sony body, and shoot with it before committing. No online-only seller in the UAE can offer this. Browse all Sony lenses at CamCity or visit us as your trusted Professional camera shop in Dubai, open Monday to Saturday, 10 AM to 10 PM.

Sony SEL85F18 official spec page on Sony Middle East.

Detailed Specses

Specification Detail
Model Sony SEL85F18
Lens Mount Sony E-mount (full-frame FE)
Focal Length 85mm
Maximum Aperture f/1.8
Minimum Aperture f/22
Aperture Blades 9 (circular)
Lens Construction 9 elements in 8 groups (1 ED element)
Angle of View (Full Frame) 29°
Angle of View (APS-C) 19° (127.5mm equivalent)
Minimum Focus Distance 0.80m (2.6 ft)
Maximum Magnification 0.13× (1:8)
Autofocus System Double Linear Motor — fast, near-silent
Image Stabilisation No lens-based OIS — relies on in-body IBIS
Filter Thread 67mm
Dimensions (D × L) 78 × 82mm
Weight 371g (13.1 oz)
Weather Resistance Dust- and moisture-resistant design
Compatible Mounts All Sony E-mount bodies (full frame and APS-C)
In the Box Lens + ALC-SH150 hood + front cap + rear cap
Incompatibility Note Not compatible with Sony A-mount bodies without an LA-EA adapter. Filter size is 67mm — confirm before ordering filters or accessories.

Shipping Details & Delivery Schedule

Orders are delivered within 1–2 working days following payment and address verification. For next-day delivery, please place your order by 3 PM (Mon–Thu) or 1 PM (Fri). Please note that we are closed on Sundays and UAE public holidays; orders placed during these times will be processed on the next business day. For assistance, contact us via WhatsApp, Web Chat, or email at  support@camcity.ae

Shipping Cost Calculator

Shipping costs are calculated manually by Cam City Trading LLC based on the delivery distance and a minimum delivery fee. To get an accurate quote for your order, please contact us directly.

Customer Support & Order Queries

In case of any queries, please feel free to contact us or call  +971 54 353 1655.

While we strive to ensure a seamless ordering and delivery experience, please note that delays may occasionally occur due to:

  • Incorrect Shipping Information:  Errors in the provided delivery address.
  • Stock Availability:  Products being temporarily out of stock.
  • Courier Delays:  Issues beyond the control of Cam City Trading LLC.
  • Force Majeure:  Unforeseen circumstances or events outside our control.

Curious What Happens After You Buy?
See What Dubai's Top Pros Say About Their Camcity Experience

Professional-photographer-review-Dubai-Camcity

"Spectacular service and top notch staff! Fairly priced too! I serviced my Fujifilm camera here and they did an amazing job. Totally recommend visiting this shop. Public paid Parking was available too."

New
Professional-photographer-review-Dubai-Camcity

"I recently took my Canon EOS 650D to Cam to fix a problem. Drooped it off. 2 hrs later the technician calls and says: All fixed. Dust on the turn-on switch. Minimal charge. I cannt recommend Cam City enough. Highly professional. Fast. Cost effective. As they say on their web-site. If you take the camera to the retail store, they will simply send it to a 3rd party technician. Always better to go to the source and deal with the guys who do the fixing. 5 stars."

New
Professional-photographer-review-Dubai-Camcity

"ممتاز وتعامل لطيف مشكورين 🩵"

New
Professional-photographer-review-Dubai-Camcity

"Cam City were able to source and deliver a canon camera within a few hours. I reached out to them on WhatsApp and the entire interaction was incredibly professional and they went out of their way to help me find and purchase the camera."

New
Professional-photographer-review-Dubai-Camcity

"Very good service.. 💯 % .. I will buy again and again.."

New
Cinema-rig-buyer-review-Camcity-UAE

"Я купила камеру Canon GX7 III и осталась очень довольна. На протяжении всего времени со мной общались вежливо и профессионально, и даже спустя месяц после покупки мне продолжали отвечать на все мои вопросы..."

New
Professional-photographer-review-Dubai-Camcity

"Best service, Canon G7X Mark III it’s my dream camera and it’s not available anywhere but CAM CITY make it happened on my special birthday 🤍"

2 weeks ago
Professional-photographer-review-Dubai-Camcity

"I visited this shop to buy a Sony camera battery for a relative. The staff was very polite and their behavior was excellent. However, I found their pricing system quite confusing..."

3 mo. ago
Professional-photographer-review-Dubai-Camcity

"Good experience of replacing my shutter mechanism of my canon 90d"

3 mo. ago
Professional-photographer-review-Dubai-Camcity

"Nice people all of them like more than friends. All equipments that you need for your social media business"

3 mo. ago
Professional-photographer-review-Dubai-Camcity

"Services and products are really reliable and at good prices."

3 mo. ago
Professional-photographer-review-Dubai-Camcity

"CamCity is my go-to place for cameras! They always have the newest models at very reasonable prices. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful, making the shopping experience smooth and enjoyable..."

3 mo. ago
Professional-photographer-review-Dubai-Camcity

"I recently visited CAM CITY at the Al Khaleej Centre in Dubai to purchase a camera bag, and I was thoroughly impressed with my experience. The staff were highly professional..."

3 mo. ago
×
Verified-Camcity-Customer

Full review text goes here...

RELATED PRODUCTS