Shimano Sahara 500 FI vs Shimano Talica 20II CAM 20II CAMX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano Sahara 500 FI

Spinning

44.20 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag2.5kg / 5.52 lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 inch

Ball bearings4 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €62.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size500
Handle typeHandle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.20/110 lb/yds: 2/190. 4/100, 6/60

Shimano Talica 20II CAM

Multireels

20ii Camx

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.64 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1 / 3.1:1

Maximum drag20kg / 44.09lbs

Weight920g / 32.45oz

Line retireve per crank104cm / 56cm

Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €499.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20II CAM
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Talica 20II CAM 20II CAMX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (20kg / 44,09lbs) and line retrieve per crank (104cm / 56cm). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Talica 20II CAM 20II CAMX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sahara 500 FI and Shimano Talica 20II CAM?

Shimano Talica 20II CAM 20II CAMX

With a serious drag score of 10 out of 10 (20kg / 44,09lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims
With a high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (104cm / 56cm), this reel is built for quick line recovery