Sony FE 85mm F1.8 Lens (SEL85F18) — buy it locally
For this one the UAE price wins: about AED 1,409 locally vs ~AED 2,680 landed if imported.
Glodeal verdict · prices as of June 2026 · UAE
Buy it in the UAE. Importing loses here.
The Sony FE 85mm F1.8 Lens (SEL85F18) sells locally from about AED 1,409 at noon. Imported it would land near AED 2,680 once shipping, 5% duty and 5% VAT are added — more, not less — and you’d lose the local warranty and wait on customs.
Where to buy in the UAE
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Why we say this
UAE price wins
About AED 1,409 locally vs ~AED 2,680 landed if imported — once shipping, duty and VAT are added, local is cheaper.
Warranty & support
The local unit is the regional version with local warranty and support — an imported one may not be serviced here.
In stock, fast
Available locally with quick delivery and no customs wait.
If you still want to import it
You’d pay more, not less. Landed near AED 2,680 after shipping, 5% duty and 5% VAT — before any service margin — and the warranty may not transfer. There’s no saving here.
Common questions
Is the Sony FE 85mm F1.8 Lens (SEL85F18) cheaper in the UAE or imported?
Cheaper in the UAE. It sells locally from about AED 1,409 at noon, while importing it lands near AED 2,680 once shipping, 5% customs duty and 5% VAT are added. Importing costs more, not less.
Where is the cheapest place to buy the Sony FE 85mm F1.8 Lens (SEL85F18) in the UAE?
At the time of writing the lowest verified price is about AED 1,409 at noon. Prices change, so check live before buying.
Should I import it to save money?
No. For this item the UAE price already wins, and buying locally keeps the regional warranty and avoids shipping, customs and the wait. We only recommend importing when it genuinely lands cheaper.