Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX vs Shimano Sedona FJ 4000XGFJX

Shimano Vanford FA, C3000HGA, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, VFC3000HGA
Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
89.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €184.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC3000HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130
Shimano Sedona FJ, 4000XGFJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SE4000XGFJ
Shimano Sedona FJ
Spinning
76.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.03 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €60.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000XGFJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA C3000HGAX edges out Shimano Sedona FJ 4000XGFJX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (8) and the total score (8.94 out of 10). Still, Shimano Sedona FJ 4000XGFJX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 7 out of 10 and a line retrieve per crank of 99 centimeter / 38.98 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Vanford FA and Shimano Sedona FJ?

Shimano Sedona FJ 4000XGFJX

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.