Petzl Tactikka 300 vs Tactikka Plus RGB 350 - Where are the differences?

Let's take a closer look at the two Tactikka 300* and Tactikka Plus RGB 350* brand headlamps and see the differences.

Luminosity and luminous range

You can find the specification of lumens on as good again good flashlight. The Petzl Tactikka 300 is 300 Lumen less than the Petzl Tactikka Plus RGB 350. This can be up to 350 Lumen. The more lumens a flashlight offers, the brighter it can shine.

Thus, more lumens means a higher maximum luminosity. Thus, the Petzl Tactikka Plus RGB 350* 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 Tactikka Plus RGB 350* offers more in maximum luminous range. It can shine up to 65 m. The Petzl Tactikka Plus RGB 350 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 Petzl Tactikka 300, nor for the Petzl Tactikka Plus RGB 350. 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.

Some models have other colors besides red and white:

• Petzl Tactikka 300*: -
• Petzl Tactikka Plus RGB 350*: Green, Blue

Batterie und Akkulaufzeit

Both lamps are powered by 3 x AAA batteries. The maximum operating time is lower for the Petzl Tactikka 300 with up to 120,0 hours. The Petzl Tactikka Plus RGB 350 can shine up to 160,0 hours. The maximum glow time is always based on the lowest glow power.

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. The difference in weight is only 3 grams, which is small. With a weight of 82 g, the Petzl Tactikka 300* scores slightly better in terms of lightness. The Petzl Tactikka Plus RGB 350 has a WEIGHT of 85 g.

Which lamp is weatherproof?

The headlamps from the comparison both have IP certification. There is no difference at this point. Both are certified with IPX4. 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.