Sony Imaging PRO Support

SIPS is a membership program offered by Sony Middle East and Africa (SOMEA) to professional photographers who meet the eligibility criteria.

Special Invites for new product launches, seminars & events organised by Sony. Complimentary clean and maintenance check service for lenses and camera bodies, up to three (3) times per membership year for eligible products and for a total of six products. Additional lens and body clean and check can be organised subject to the charges borne by Member. 10% discount on labour fee towards repair and maintenance of the registered products. 10% discount on the purchases of parts for the registered products. Priority repair service of registered products at designated service centres upon presentation of membership card. Priority and quick repairs in Sony authorised service centre in UAE. Priority/quick repair is only eligible on products that have been registered in full with all details completed (serial number, country of purchase, date of purchase and store purchased) and points verified. Turnaround times cannot be guaranteed and may not be met due to factors such as spare parts unavailability. Back up equipment may be available if turnaround time exceeds three (3) working days, subject to availability and upon specific request. There may be delays due to transportation requirements, part availability, very high end and specialized service requirements, confirmation to proceed that is pending by customers etc. Back up unit can be an equivalent or a next available model closer to the user model. Proof of purchase to be presented for the repair unit which is under warranty.

To be eligible, you must be 18 years or older, a professional photographer, self-employed, or employed by a professional imaging business. You must play a direct and active role in creating moving or still images for third parties with a large proportion of your income derived from this creation. You must also own a minimum of four Sony MEA Alpha Full Frame interchangeable lens cameras or more Sony MEA G master lenses, purchased from an authorized Sony MEA dealer or distributor and live and work in UAE.

Membership will be granted as per the discretion of Sony MEA and approved members will be intimated accordingly.

The membership period will commence upon the date when the membership kit/card is received by the member and will be valid for a period of two (2) years. Thereafter, the membership term may be extended at the discretion of Sony MEA on a year-by-year basis.