Sans Superellipse Fenim 5 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'CF Blast Gothic' by Fonts.GR, 'Etrusco Now' by Italiantype, 'Hornsea FC' by Studio Fat Cat, and 'Fixture' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, sports branding, packaging, wayfinding, sporty, urgent, industrial, retro, impact, compact fit, speed cue, headline focus, oblique, compressed, geometric, rounded, blocky.
A compact, oblique sans with heavy, low-contrast strokes and tightly compressed proportions. Letterforms are built from squared-off, rounded-rectangle shapes, giving bowls and counters a superelliptical feel rather than true circles. Terminals are blunt and clean, curves are smooth and controlled, and joins stay sturdy, creating a dense, high-impact texture. Spacing is generally tight and the slant is consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals, producing a fast, forward-leaning rhythm.
This face performs best in headlines, posters, and brand lockups where compressed width and bold mass help copy cut through. It suits sports and performance branding, product packaging, and bold wayfinding or safety-style messaging where quick recognition matters. For extended reading, it’s better as a supporting display voice than as primary body text.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a mechanical, performance-oriented edge. Its condensed, slanted stance reads as speed and urgency, while the rounded block construction keeps it approachable rather than sharp or aggressive. The result feels well-suited to punchy, high-visibility messaging with a slightly retro, motorsport-like flavor.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact in minimal horizontal space, pairing a strong oblique stance with rounded-rect geometry for a modern, engineered look. It prioritizes bold presence and momentum over delicate detail, targeting display settings that need speed, punch, and compactness.
Lowercase forms stay compact and pragmatic, with simplified details and sturdy apertures; the italics are clearly built-in rather than a simple shear. Numerals follow the same condensed, heavy construction, keeping a uniform, sign-like presence in mixed text. In long lines the dense color can build quickly, so it benefits from generous tracking or larger sizes.