Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 3000D-CXHX

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
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT, 3000D-CXH, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10418-306
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight185g / 6.53oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.6 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €184.20
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000D-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 3000D-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.6 inch) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 3000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sedona FJ and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 3000D-CXHX

  • 8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.6 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish