Converting from Phot (ph) to Footcandle (fc) | Illuminance

What is Phot (ph)

Phot (ph) is a unit of illuminance that measures the amount of luminous flux falling on a unit area. It is commonly used in photography and cinematography to determine the intensity of light reaching a surface.

What is Footcandle (fc)

Footcandle (fc) is another unit of illuminance that measures the amount of light reaching a specified surface area. It is often used in lighting design and architecture to ensure proper lighting levels in indoor and outdoor spaces.

Conversion Formulas

The conversion formulas between Phot (ph) and Footcandle (fc) are as follows:

• To convert from Phot to Footcandle:
  fc=ph×929.0304
• To convert from Footcandle to Phot:
  ph=fc×0.001076391

Examples

1. Convert 11 Phot (ph) to Footcandle (fc):

   11ph=11×929.0304=10219.33fc

2. Convert 6 Footcandle (fc) to Phot (ph):

   6fc=6×0.001076391=0.006458346ph

3. Convert 8 Phot (ph) to Footcandle (fc):

   8ph=8×929.0304=7432.243fc

Use this page to perform converting from Phot (ph) to Footcandle (fc)

These conversion formulas and examples can help you accurately convert illuminance measurements between Phot (ph) and Footcandle (fc) units. Whether you are working in photography, cinematography, lighting design, or any other field that deals with light intensity, understanding how to convert between these units can be essential for your work.