Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX vs Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX

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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 8000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG8000SWAHG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
65.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.72 out of 10
Ergonomics5.44 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €215.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/230
Shimano Sedona FJ, 1000FJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SE1000FJ
Shimano Sedona FJ
Spinning
55.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €52.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000FJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX edges out Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (16kg / 35,27lbs) and the durability (8.72 out of 10). Still, Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.0:1 and a ergonomics of 6.28 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Shimano Sedona FJ?

Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval