Sans Normal Kinem 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Epoca Pro' and 'Foro Sans' by Hoftype, 'Sana Sans' by Latinotype, and 'Cisalpin' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, ui labels, sports graphics, energetic, confident, modern, sporty, assertive, emphasis, clarity, impact, momentum, efficiency, crisp, clean, compact, upright terminals, open counters.
This is an oblique sans with a sturdy, even stroke and rounded, open counters that keep letterforms clear at display and text sizes. Curves are smooth and elliptical, while terminals are clean and largely blunt, producing a crisp, engineered look. Proportions feel practical and straightforward, with compact joins and a steady rhythm that maintains a solid typographic “color” across mixed-case settings and numerals.
Well-suited to headlines, subheads, posters, and marketing copy where an urgent or dynamic tone is desired. It also fits UI accents, navigation labels, and product branding that benefits from a clean, slanted voice. The numerals and sturdy shapes make it appropriate for sports graphics, wayfinding-style callouts, and data highlights where quick recognition matters.
The tone is energetic and forward-moving, with an assertive voice that feels contemporary and slightly sporty. Its consistent slant and dense color give it a confident, action-oriented presence that reads as modern and no-nonsense rather than delicate or nostalgic.
The design appears intended for emphatic, high-visibility typography that still remains readable in extended copy. The oblique construction adds momentum and emphasis, while the simple, rounded sans structure aims for clarity and consistency across uppercase, lowercase, and figures.
Uppercase forms read particularly strong and geometric, while lowercase adds a slightly more conversational texture without losing the overall firmness. Spacing appears balanced for continuous reading, producing a dense but controlled texture in paragraph-style samples.