About the Illumination Converter
Illumination units such as the lux and the foot-candle measure how much light falls on a surface. They are used in lighting design and photography.
This Illumination converter supports 12 units. Choose a From unit and a To unit, type a value, and the result appears instantly. Press Swap Units to reverse the conversion.
1 lux in Other Units
| Unit | Equal to 1 lux |
|---|---|
| meter-candle | 1 |
| centimeter-candle | 0.0001 |
| foot-candle | 0.0929023 |
| flame | 0.0232258 |
| phot | 0.0001 |
| nox | 1,000 |
| lumen/m² | 1 |
| lumen/cm² | 0.0001 |
| lumen/ft² | 0.0929023 |
| candela | 1 |
| hefner candle | 1.10742 |
Illumination Formula
Example: 10 lux = 10 meter-candle.
Supported Illumination Units
lux, meter-candle, centimeter-candle, foot-candle, flame, phot, nox, lumen/m², lumen/cm², lumen/ft², candela, hefner candle.
Popular Illumination Conversions
Frequently Asked Questions
Which units does the Illumination Converter support?
The Illumination Converter supports 12 units: lux, meter-candle, centimeter-candle, foot-candle, flame, phot, nox, lumen/m², lumen/cm², lumen/ft², candela, hefner candle.
How many meter-candle are in one lux?
One lux equals 1 meter-candle.
How do I convert lux to meter-candle?
To convert lux to meter-candle, multiply the value in lux by 1. For example, 10 lux = 10 meter-candle.