Convert Nit to Lambert
Convert nits to lamberts by entering a value below.
How to Convert Nits to Lamberts
The nit and lambert are both units of luminance. 1 lambert equals 3183.098862 nits. This means to convert nits to lamberts, you divide by 3183.098862.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 nit to lamberts:
We need to convert nits to lamberts
Since 1 L = 3183.098862 nit, divide by 3183.098862
5 ÷ 3183.098862 = 0.0015707963
5 nit = 0.0015707963 L
Nit to Lambert Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common nit to lambert conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Nits (nit) | Lamberts (L) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 nit | 3.1415926534e-5 L |
| 0.5 nit | 0.0001570796 L |
| 1 nit | 0.0003141593 L |
| 2 nit | 0.0006283185 L |
| 5 nit | 0.0015707963 L |
| 10 nit | 0.0031415927 L |
| 25 nit | 0.0078539816 L |
| 50 nit | 0.0157079633 L |
| 100 nit | 0.0314159265 L |
About These Units
Nit (nit)
The nit is an informal name for candela per square meter (cd/m²), commonly used in display industry. Smartphone screen: 400-1,200 nits, outdoor display: 2,000-3,000 nits, HDR10 requires 1,000 nits peak, Dolby Vision supports up to 10,000 nits. From Latin "nitere" (to shine).
Lambert (L)
The lambert (L) equals 10,000/π cd/m² ≈ 3,183 nits. Named after mathematician Johann Lambert. A perfect diffuser with luminous exitance of 1 lumen/cm² has luminance of 1 lambert. Very bright—comparable to a projector screen in direct sunlight.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert nits to lamberts?
To convert nits to lamberts, divide the value by 3183.098862. For example, 10 nit = 0.0031415927 L.
How many lamberts are in 1 nit?
1 nit equals 0.0003141593 lamberts.
What is the formula for nits to lamberts?
The formula is: L = nit ÷ 3183.098862.