Nitecore NU10 vs Petzl Tikkina 250 - Where are the differences?
Where are the differences?
Let's take a closer look at the differences between the Nitecore NU10* and Petzl Tikkina 250* headlamps.
Luminosity and luminous range
You can find the specification of lumens on as good again good flashlight. The Nitecore NU10 is 160 Lumen less than the Petzl Tikkina 250. This can be up to 250 Lumen. The more lumens a flashlight offers, the brighter it can shine.
Thus, more lumens means a higher maximum luminosity. Thus, the Petzl Tikkina 250* performs better in terms of maximum luminosity. Outdoors, more brightness is often handy. When running in the city, this can sometimes be disadvantageous, since the brightness can also dazzle.
The Petzl Tikkina 250* offers more in maximum luminous range. It can shine up to 35 m. The Petzl Tikkina 250 manages a maximum of 60 m in distance.
The values here come from information and tests of the manufacturers. With unknown dealers, also called China dealers, the data can often not be correct.
The focus of the light cone cannot be freely adjusted in either model. Partially, however, the focus changes with the different fixed light levels.
The light intensity is not freely dimmable for the Nitecore NU10, nor for the Petzl Tikkina 250. However, with different light levels, the light intensity may also vary.
Red light and further light colors
Unlike the Petzl Tikkina 250, the Nitecore NU10* offers red light. The red light is used for night vision among other things to see better. Also to not be seen by wildlife or when fishing and not to scare off is the red light advantageous.
Besides red and white, some models offer other colors. These are usually for better night vision as well. The Nitecore NU10 and Petzl Tikkina 250 both have no other colors.
Batterie und Akkulaufzeit
The power supply differs between the two lamps.
- Nitecore NU10*: Lithium-ion battery
- Petzl Tikkina 250*: AAA
For many headlamps there are also special rechargeable batteries from the manufacturer to use the lamps longer. However, normal rechargeable batteries can also be used.
Which headlamp is lighter?
Especially when hiking or climbing, ballast is undesirable. But also when running a lighter lamp is of course more comfortable. With a weight of 65 g, the Nitecore NU10* wins the race in the lightness point. The Petzl Tikkina 250 weighs 81 g.
Which lamp is weatherproof?
The headlamps from the comparison both have IP certification. The Nitecore NU10 is certified with IP66. The Petzl Tikkina 250 is certified with IPX4. Thus there is a difference at the point. The first digit stands for protection against dust and dirt. If there is an X in this position, this is not rated. The maximum possible value is 6. The second digit stands for protection against water and moisture. Here the maximum is 9.