Sans Superellipse Oldin 4 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Fairweather' by Dharma Type, 'Neue Helvetica' by Linotype, and 'Havana Sunset' by Set Sail Studios (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, labels, condensed, industrial, authoritative, utilitarian, retro, space-saving, high impact, sturdy clarity, blocky, compact, vertical, sturdy, rounded-corner.
A compact, condensed sans with heavy, even stroke weight and rounded-rectangle (superellipse-like) bowls. The design is strongly vertical and space-efficient, with tight counters and squared terminals softened by subtle corner rounding. Curves in letters like C, O, and S read as squarish ovals rather than circles, while joins and stems stay blunt and stable, producing a dense, uniform texture in text.
This font performs best where space is tight but impact is needed—headlines, posters, and bold callouts in layouts. It also suits signage, packaging, and label-style applications where a compact, sturdy sans helps information stay prominent and legible at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is assertive and workmanlike, evoking signage and industrial labeling. Its compact width and sturdy shapes give it a no-nonsense presence that can feel both contemporary and slightly retro, especially at display sizes.
The design intention appears to be a space-saving display sans with a strong vertical rhythm and softened rectangular curves, balancing blunt practicality with approachable rounding. It prioritizes dense coverage and consistent weight for high-impact typography in constrained widths.
The numeral set appears similarly condensed and robust, matching the uppercase rhythm closely. The lowercase maintains the same blocky construction, with single-storey forms (notably the a) reinforcing a simple, functional character.