ComparisonComparisonDunn-Edwards DE5270 and Vista Paint 0983, ΔE 6.41 apart
Dunn-Edwards Apple Cider (DE5270) and Vista Paint Japonica (0983) measure a delta-E of 6.41 apart. Japonica is 3.5 LRV points lighter, which is the difference you notice first. Japonica holds more color, chroma 49.9 against 43.9, so it grays out less in dim light. These read as related but distinct. Sample both before committing. If you need the Apple Cider depth in Vista Paint's line, start from its LRV of 38.5 rather than matching by name.
Dunn-Edwards Apple Cider and Vista Paint Japonica are delta-E 6.41 apart - a difference that shows up on a wall, not just side by side on two chips.
The measured color distance between Dunn-Edwards Apple Cider and Vista Paint Japonica is delta-E 6.41.
Vista Paint Japonica is lighter than Dunn-Edwards Apple Cider by 3.5 points of light reflectance (LRV).
Vista Paint Japonica carries more color than Dunn-Edwards Apple Cider - a higher chroma value means a more intense, less grey color.
| Apple Cider | Japonica | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Dunn-Edwards | Vista Paint |
| Code | DE5270 | 0983 |
| Hex | #DA995F | #E69C5A |
| Light reflectance | 38.5 | 42.0 |
| Undertone | orange | orange |
| Chroma | 43.9 | 49.9 |
| Hue angle | 65.5° | 64.9° |
| Color family | orange | orange |