Nitecore NU25 vs Petzl Actik Core 450 - Where are the differences?
Where are the differences?
Let's take a closer look at the differences between the Nitecore NU25* and Petzl Actik Core 450* headlamps.
Luminosity and luminous range
You can find the specification of lumens on as good again good flashlight. The Nitecore NU25 is 360 Lumen less than the Petzl Actik Core 450. This can be up to 450 Lumen. The more lumens a flashlight offers, the brighter it can shine.
Thus, more lumens means a higher maximum luminosity. Thus, the Petzl Actik Core 450* 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 Actik Core 450* offers more in maximum luminous range. It can shine up to 81 m. The Petzl Actik Core 450 manages a maximum of 90 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 NU25, nor for the Petzl Actik Core 450. However, with different light levels, the light intensity may also vary.
Red light and further light colors
Red light is provided by both headlamps from the comparison. 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 NU25 and Petzl Actik Core 450 both have no other colors.
Batterie und Akkulaufzeit
The power supply differs between the two lamps.
- Nitecore NU25*: Lithium-ion battery
- Petzl Actik Core 450*: 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 54 g, the Nitecore NU25* wins the race in the lightness point. The Petzl Actik Core 450 weighs 75 g.
Which lamp is weatherproof?
The headlamps from the comparison both have IP certification. The Nitecore NU25 is certified with IP66. The Petzl Actik Core 450 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.