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

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

Luminosity and luminous range

You can find the specification of lumens on as good again good flashlight. With 350 Lumen the Petzl Tactikka Plus RGB 350 offers more so the Petzl Zipka 300 which can do maximum 300 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* beats the Petzl Zipka 300 for maximum luminosity. Outdoors, more brightness is often handy. When running in the city, this can sometimes be disadvantageous, since the brightness can also dazzle.

With up to 90 m, the Petzl Tactikka Plus RGB 350* outshines the Petzl Zipka 300 in luminous range. The latter has a maximum luminous range of up to 65 m.

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 Plus RGB 350, nor for the Petzl Zipka 300. 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 Plus RGB 350*: Green, Blue
• Petzl Zipka 300*: -

Batterie und Akkulaufzeit

Both lamps are powered by 3 x AAA batteries. With a maximum burn time of Petzl Tactikka Plus RGB 350, the headlamp is ahead of the Petzl Zipka 300. The latter can shine for a maximum of 120,0 hours. The maximum operating time is always specified at the lowest 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 Petzl Zipka 300* has a weight of 66 g. The weight of the Petzl Tactikka Plus RGB 350 is 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.