Desert Olive Green vs Pastel Green

How close are they?

ΔE 7.8, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Pastel Green is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Desert Olive Green.

Can I use Pastel Green instead of Desert Olive Green?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 8). Pastel Green is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Desert Olive Green.

Can I use Desert Olive Green instead of Pastel Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Desert Olive Green is a little darker, more muted, warmer.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.