Sans Normal Kedof 5 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Poynter Gothic' by Font Bureau, 'ITC Franklin' and 'ITC Franklin Gothic LT' by ITC, 'Murs Gothic' by Kobuzan, 'Latino Gothic' by Latinotype, and 'Franklin Gothic' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, advertising, sporty, confident, dynamic, modern, punchy, impact, motion, compactness, modernity, headline focus, condensed, slanted, geometric, clean, high-impact.
A heavy, slanted sans with condensed proportions and compact counters. The letterforms favor simple, geometric construction with rounded bowls, straight-sided stems, and diagonally cut terminals that sharpen the silhouette. Curves are smooth and continuous while joins stay sturdy, creating a dense texture with strong rhythm in both uppercase and lowercase. Figures follow the same robust, compact logic for consistent color in headlines and short blocks of text.
Best suited for headlines, display typography, and short emphatic phrases where a compact, high-impact presence is needed. It can support branding elements—especially for sports, events, or product labels—where a sense of speed and confidence is desirable.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a forward-leaning stance that reads as fast and purposeful. Its compressed width and strong weight give it a contemporary, performance-driven feel that works well for attention-first messaging.
The font appears designed to deliver a strong, space-efficient voice with a built-in sense of motion. Its geometric, no-nonsense shapes and consistent slant suggest an intention to prioritize clarity and impact in display contexts.
The design maintains clear differentiation in common shapes (such as the open forms in C and S versus the rounder O), and the italic angle is consistent across letters and numerals. Spacing appears tuned for tight, impactful setting, producing a solid typographic block at larger sizes.