Foot-lamberts to Nits Converter
Convert luminance values from foot-lamberts (fL) to nits (cd/m²) instantly with batch input support.
Foot-lamberts (fL) Input
1 foot-lambert = 3.42626 nits (cd/m²)
Quick presets
Result
Enter a value to see the result
Nits (cd/m²)
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Batch Converter
Enter one foot-lambert value per line. Results appear on the right.
Common Reference Values
| Display / Standard | Foot-lamberts (fL) | Nits (cd/m²) |
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Summary
Convert luminance values from foot-lamberts (fL) to nits (cd/m²) instantly with batch input support.
How it works
- Enter a luminance value in foot-lamberts (fL) in the input field.
- The converter multiplies your value by 3.42626 to get nits (cd/m²).
- Results update instantly as you type.
- Use the batch converter to process multiple fL values at once.
- Copy any result to your clipboard with one click.
Use cases
- Convert the DCI cinema standard of 14 fL to nits for display specification comparisons.
- Translate projector brightness specs from foot-lamberts to nits for HDR comparisons.
- Compare legacy cinema room measurements to modern TV nit ratings.
- Convert theater lighting specs in fL to the cd/m² used by colorimeters.
- Verify ambient-light-rejection screen brightness targets in nits.
- Cross-reference projector manufacturer foot-lambert ratings with HDR display specs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated: 2026-07-23 ·
Reviewed by Nham Vu