German Camo Green vs Dark Green

How close are they?

ΔE 15.7, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Dark Green is noticeably darker, more muted than German Camo Green.

Can I use Dark Green instead of German Camo Green?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 16). Dark Green is noticeably darker, more muted than German Camo Green.

Can I use German Camo Green instead of Dark Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: German Camo Green is noticeably lighter, more saturated.

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.