Enter the lux value and the area in square meters into the calculator to convert lux to nits. This calculator helps to convert the illuminance (lux) to luminance (nits).
Lux to Nits Formula
The following formula is used to convert lux to nits.
N = L / A
Variables:
- N is the luminance in nits (cd/m²)
- L is the illuminance in lux (lx)
- A is the area over which the illuminance is measured (square meters)
To convert lux to nits, divide the illuminance value in lux by the area in square meters.
What are Lux and Nits?
Lux (lx) is a unit of illuminance, which measures the amount of light that falls on a surface. Nits (cd/m²) are a unit of luminance, which measures the brightness of a light source as perceived by the human eye. The conversion from lux to nits is useful in various fields such as photography, cinematography, and display technology, where understanding the brightness of a light source is crucial.
How to Calculate Nits from Lux?
The following steps outline how to calculate nits from lux.
- First, determine the illuminance in lux (L).
- Next, determine the area over which the illuminance is measured (A) in square meters.
- Use the formula N = L / A to calculate the luminance in nits (N).
- After inserting the variables and calculating the result, check your answer with the calculator above.
Example Problem :
Use the following variables as an example problem to test your knowledge.
illuminance (L) = 500 lux
area (A) = 2 square meters
