Sans Superellipse Ollus 3 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Headline Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'Miguel De Northern' by Graphicxell, 'Neue Helvetica' by Linotype, and 'Opinion Pro' by Mint Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, sports branding, industrial, condensed, punchy, utilitarian, retro, space saving, bold impact, clear display, industrial tone, blocky, squarish, rounded corners, compact, dense.
A condensed, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing a compact, high-impact texture. Curves in C, O, and S read as squarish superellipses rather than geometric circles, while terminals are blunt and clean. Counters are relatively tight and apertures are small, giving the face a dense rhythm that holds together strongly in large, bold settings.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and signage where condensed width and strong weight help text stay readable and space-efficient. It also fits packaging, labels, and branding that benefit from a sturdy, industrial voice. Use at larger sizes or with generous tracking if extended copy is required.
The overall tone is assertive and workmanlike, with an industrial straightforwardness. Its rounded-square geometry adds a slightly retro, sign-painting and packaging feel while staying modern and no-nonsense. The condensed stance makes it feel urgent and attention-grabbing, suited to bold statements rather than quiet reading.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space, using rounded-rectangle forms to keep the heavy weight feeling controlled and approachable. Its consistent stroke treatment and simplified details suggest a focus on clarity and durability for display typography.
The caps and numerals present a uniform, poster-ready color, while the lowercase maintains a compact, sturdy footprint with short extenders and simple forms. Round letters maintain a consistent squarish curvature across the set, helping the font feel cohesive and intentional. In paragraph-like settings the tight counters and strong weight create a dark, continuous typographic band, favoring display use over long-form text.