Sans Superellipse Ponaz 5 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Fairweather' by Dharma Type, 'Benton Sans' and 'Benton Sans Std' by Font Bureau, and 'JAF Bernini Sans' by Just Another Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, editorial, packaging, condensed, modern, urban, display, space saving, high impact, modern geometry, clear titling, tall, compact, monoline, squared-round.
A tall, compact sans with monoline strokes and tightly controlled proportions. Curves tend to resolve into squared-round, superellipse-like bowls and counters, giving rounded forms a slightly rectangular footprint. Terminals are clean and blunt, with straight-sided verticals that create a strong columnar rhythm; diagonals and joins stay crisp without noticeable contrast. Spacing appears compact, helping the design read as a dense, high-impact condensed face.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, posters, and branding systems that need strong presence in limited horizontal space. It can work in editorial and packaging contexts where a compact, modern voice is helpful, especially for short blocks, pull quotes, and prominent numerals.
The overall tone feels modern and assertive, with an urban, poster-like punch. Its squared-round geometry adds a slightly industrial, contemporary character while staying neutral enough for headline typography. The condensed rhythm reads confident and energetic rather than delicate or classical.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact and clarity in a condensed width, using squared-round geometry to keep forms clean and contemporary. It aims for a consistent, sturdy texture that stays readable while projecting a modern, graphic personality.
Uppercase forms maintain a consistent narrow set, while round letters like O and Q keep a firm, rounded-rectangle structure that reinforces the geometric theme. Numerals match the uppercase in stance and weight, supporting cohesive titling and numeric-heavy layouts. The lowercase remains straightforward and legible, with simple constructions that keep the texture even in longer lines.