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Nit to Stilb Converter
Use this page to convert nit values into stilb, with background details, formulas, a worked example, and a quick conversion table.
Conversion formula
1 nt = 0.0001 sb
1 sb = 10,000 nt
Example: 100 nt = 0.01 sb
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Nit
One nit is equal to one candela per square meter.
History: Nit is a convenient name for candela per square meter, widely adopted in display specifications.
Current use: Used for monitors, TVs, phones, projectors, dashboards, and HDR displays.
Also written as nt.
Stilb
One stilb is equal to 10000 candelas per square meter.
History: The stilb is a historical CGS photometric unit based on candela per square centimeter.
Current use: Used mainly for legacy photometry and conversion-table compatibility.
Also written as sb.
Nit to Stilb table
| Nit [nt] | Stilb [sb] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 nt | 0.000001 sb |
| 0.1 nt | 0.00001 sb |
| 1 nt | 0.0001 sb |
| 2 nt | 0.0002 sb |
| 5 nt | 0.0005 sb |
| 10 nt | 0.001 sb |
| 20 nt | 0.002 sb |
| 50 nt | 0.005 sb |
| 100 nt | 0.01 sb |
Frequently asked questions
How many Stilb (sb) are in one Nit (nt)?
One Nit equals 0.0001 Stilb.
How do you convert Nit to Stilb?
Multiply the Nit value by 0.0001 to get the result in Stilb.
How do you convert Stilb back to Nit?
Multiply the Stilb value by 10,000 to get back to Nit.
What is 100 Nit in Stilb?
100 Nit equals 0.01 Stilb.
