Illuminance Converter

Convert Foot Candle to Phot

Instantly convert Foot Candle to Phot with our advanced Illuminance calculator. Whether you need precise calculations for Foot Candle or Phot, this tool provides accurate results with related formulas and conversion tables.

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What is a Foot Candle?

The Foot-candle (fc) is a non-SI unit of illuminance used in photography and film, equal to one lumen per square foot.

What is a Phot?

The Phot (ph) is a CGS unit of illuminance equal to 10,000 lux.

How to Convert Foot Candle to Phot

To convert Foot Candle to Phot, divide the Foot Candle value by 929.

ph = fc ÷ 929

Manual Calculation Steps

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Step 1: Identify the Formula

The standard formula to convert from Foot Candle to Phot is:

ph = fc ÷ 929
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Step 2: Plug in the Value

Substitute the value you want to convert (for example, 5 fc) into the formula.

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Step 3: Calculate the Result

Perform the calculation to get the result in Phot.

Foot Candle to Phot Conversion Table

Foot Candle (fc)Phot (ph)
10.00107639 ph
50.00538195 ph
100.0107639 ph
250.0269097 ph
500.0538195 ph
1000.107639 ph
5000.538195 ph
10001.07639 ph

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Phot are in a Foot Candle?

There are 0.00107639 Phot in 1 Foot Candle.

What is the difference between Foot Candle and Phot?

Foot Candle and Phot are both units used to measure illuminance. Foot Candle is a standard SI unit, while Phot might be used in other systems or for different scales. The Foot Candle is smaller than the Phot.

How do I convert Foot Candle to Phot?

To convert Foot Candle to Phot, divide the Foot Candle value by 929. For example, to find out how many Phot there are in a specific number of Foot Candle, simply apply this formula.

What are the common uses of Foot Candle and Phot?

Foot Candle and Phot are commonly used in illuminance measurements. Foot Candle is often used for larger scale measurements relative to Phot.