Stilb to Nits
Convert stilb to nits (sb to nit). 1 sb = 10,000 nit. Use the calculator, formula and conversion table.
How to convert stilb to nits
Multiply the amount in stilb by 10,000 to get nits. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.
nit = sb × 10,000Worked example
1 sb = 10,000 nit. Change the amount in the calculator above to use your own value.
Units and assumptions
Uses candela per square metre, also called a nit. One footlambert is 1/π candela per square foot; one lambert is 10,000/π cd/m². This describes luminance in a viewing direction and does not convert display brightness into lux without geometry. Values are rounded to 12 significant figures for display.
Calculator results use floating-point arithmetic and are rounded for display. The reference table below uses up to 12 significant digits.
Stilb to Nits table
| Stilb (sb) | Nits (nit) |
|---|---|
| 0 | 0 |
| 1 | 10,000 |
| 5 | 50,000 |
| 10 | 100,000 |
| 25 | 250,000 |
| 100 | 1,000,000 |
| 1,000 | 10,000,000 |
About this conversion
What is the formula for stilb to nits?
nit = sb × 10,000. Multiply the amount in stilb by 10,000 to get nits. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.
How do I convert back to stilb?
Use the nits to stilb calculator to reverse this conversion. You can also use Swap units in the calculator above.
Can I use a different pair of units?
Choose another unit in the calculator, or open the luminance converter to browse all supported pairs.