Luminance Converter
Luminance describes light emitted or reflected from a surface area
cd/m² → fL
0.291864 fL
Luminance describes light emitted or reflected from a surface area. Candela per square meter (nits) is the SI unit for displays and signage, while foot-lamberts or candela per square foot appear in cinema and theater specs. Convert to compare screens and projection targets.
All unit results
| Supported Units | Value |
|---|---|
| Candela per Square Meter cd/m² | 1 |
| Nit nit | 1 |
| Candela per Square Foot cd/ft² | 0.092903 |
| Foot-lambert fL | 0.291864 |
How to Use
Enter the value and your starting unit, such as candela per square meter or foot-lambert, and your desired target unit from the dropdown menus. The tool will instantly output the precise luminance conversion, along with a complete list of equivalent measurements. You can also quickly copy the value with or without units.
When to Use
Candela per square meter (nits) is the SI unit for displays and signage, while foot-lamberts or candela per square foot appear in cinema and theater specs. Convert to compare screens and projection targets.
Common Luminance Conversions
| 1 Candela per Square Meter (cd/m²) | = | 0.291864 Foot-lambert (fL) |
| 1 Candela per Square Meter (cd/m²) | = | 1 Nit (nit) |
| 1 Candela per Square Foot (cd/ft²) | = | 3.141593 Foot-lambert (fL) |
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Common Questions
What is the Luminance converter used for?
Luminance describes light emitted or reflected from a surface area. Candela per square meter (nits) is the SI unit for displays and signage, while foot-lamberts or candela per square foot appear in cinema and theater specs. Convert to compare screens and projection targets.