200 vs. 50 sized reels

[Bassdestroyer]

Is there a difference besides line capacity, between these two sized reels, is one better than the other, or is it just size and line capacity?

[BrianinMD]

Just size and line capacity, its a personal preference choice. Some may try to say the 50 size reels cannot handle some heavier applications but its not true. You can punch, frog, jig, etc with a 50 size reel with no issue.

[Fishes in trees]

I have 50 sized reels on my jig rods because they are a little lighter.   I routinely use 15 and 20 lb Abrazx with few issues.

[deaknh03]

yes..it really depends on how often you will use them. The 50 is lighter and easier to palm, but can handle almost anything except for maybe larger swim baits.

[kickerfish1]

Also the 50 sized reels will cast lighter baits down to say say 1/8 or so better. I also like the fact they are lighter and easier to palm.

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

Internally they are identical. The shallower spool on the 50 makes them capable of throwing lighter baits. Outside of that they're interchangeable as far as application 

[chadmack282]

50/51 are great for lighter bait, down to 1/8oz 

[Poolshark]

I like the smaller profile of the 50 and 70 sized reels for most every bass fishing application aside from bombing heavy crankbaits or swimbaits, in which a larger diameter spool would be an advantage.