Sans Superellipse Etnef 5 is a bold, narrow, monoline, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Good' by FontFont, 'Grillmaster' by FontMesa, 'Solido Condensed' by Monotype, 'Karben 105' and 'Karben 205' by Talbot Type, and 'Cervo Neue' by Typoforge Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, sporty, industrial, assertive, modern, urgent, impact, space saving, modernity, motion, condensed, oblique, compact, rounded corners, blocky.
A compact, condensed sans with a consistent heavy stroke and an oblique slant. Forms are built from rounded-rectangle geometry: corners are softened, curves are squarish, and counters tend toward vertical ovals and superellipse shapes. The rhythm is tight with upright stems, broad shoulders, and firm terminals, producing a dense texture in text. Diagonals and joins are sturdy and simplified, favoring bold silhouettes over delicate modulation.
Best suited to headlines and short bursts of text where density and impact are desirable, such as posters, branding lockups, packaging, and signage. It can work for subheads or UI labels when space is tight, but its heavy, slanted texture is most effective at display sizes rather than extended reading.
The overall tone is punchy and forward-leaning, with a sporty, industrial edge. Its squared-round shapes and strong weight read as practical and no-nonsense, while the slant adds motion and urgency. The effect is contemporary and attention-seeking rather than quiet or editorial.
Likely designed to deliver a condensed, high-impact voice with a streamlined geometric backbone. The rounded-rectangle construction and consistent stroke weight suggest an aim for robust legibility and a distinctive, modern silhouette that feels fast and utilitarian.
Uppercase characters show a tall, compressed stance with large interior counters where possible, helping maintain clarity despite the narrow set. Lowercase stays similarly compact with rounded bowls and short, strong terminals, keeping word shapes blocky and cohesive. Numerals follow the same rounded-rectangle construction for a uniform, signage-like feel.