Exile Green vs Dark Green (JGSDF)

How close are they?

ΔE 10.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Dark Green (JGSDF) is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Exile Green.

Can I use Dark Green (JGSDF) instead of Exile Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Dark Green (JGSDF) is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Exile Green.

Can I use Exile Green instead of Dark Green (JGSDF)?

The same difference applies the other way round: Exile Green is a little lighter, more muted, cooler.

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.