Luminance Converter
Luminance is a photometric measure of the luminous intensity per unit area of light traveling in a given direction. It describes the amount of light that passes through, is emitted from, or is reflected from a particular area, and falls within a given solid angle.
Luminance Converter
Convert between different units of luminance
About Luminance Units
Luminance is measured in candela per square meter (cd/m²), also known as nits. Other common units include:
- Candela per square meter (cd/m²): The SI unit of luminance
- Foot-lambert (fL): A non-SI unit of luminance
- Lambert (L): A CGS unit of luminance
- Nit (nt): Equivalent to cd/m²
- Stilb (sb): An older unit equal to 1 cd/cm²
Common Applications
Luminance measurements are important in:
- Display technology (monitors, TVs, smartphones)
- Lighting design and engineering
- Photography and cinematography
- Safety standards for workplaces
- Architectural lighting