Zamesi Desert vs Moldy Ochre

How close are they?

ΔE 12.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Moldy Ochre is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Zamesi Desert.

Can I use Moldy Ochre instead of Zamesi Desert?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Moldy Ochre is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Zamesi Desert.

Can I use Zamesi Desert instead of Moldy Ochre?

The same difference applies the other way round: Zamesi Desert 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.