Sans Normal Kanib 2 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Prima Sans' by Bitstream, 'Nexa' by Fontfabric, 'Interval Next' by Mostardesign, and 'Gelder Sans' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, dynamic, confident, modern, punchy, impact, motion, display clarity, modern branding, oblique, geometric, rounded, compact, clean.
A heavy, oblique sans with broad proportions and smooth, rounded geometry. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal contrast, and curves read as clean circles and ellipses, giving counters a generous, open feel. Terminals are mostly blunt and straightforward, with a stable baseline and even, sturdy rhythm; punctuation and numerals follow the same solid, simplified construction for a cohesive, high-impact texture.
Best suited to display settings where impact and speed are desirable—headlines, posters, brand marks, packaging, and energetic campaign graphics. It can also work for short UI labels or navigational elements when a strong, modern emphasis is needed, though its weight and slant make it more at home in larger sizes than in long-form text.
The slanted, weighty forms project motion and energy, producing a forward-driving tone that feels athletic and promotional. Its straightforward geometry and thick strokes communicate confidence and immediacy, leaning contemporary rather than classic.
Likely designed to deliver a bold, modern sans voice with a dynamic italic stance, prioritizing clarity at size and a strong promotional presence. The geometric, rounded construction suggests an intent to feel contemporary and approachable while still reading as assertive.
The overall spacing appears comfortable for a bold italic: wide letters keep forms from crowding while the oblique angle adds momentum. Numerals and uppercase have a strong sign-like presence, and the lowercase maintains clear shapes at display sizes.