Sans Normal Karaj 16 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'CF Panoptik' by Fonts.GR, 'Ekster' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Facundo' by Latinotype, and 'Grava' by Positype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, sports, packaging, sporty, dynamic, modern, confident, punchy, emphasis, energy, impact, modernity, clarity, rounded, geometric, slanted, compact, smooth.
A slanted sans with a clean geometric skeleton and generously rounded bowls. Strokes are heavy and largely uniform, producing solid, blocky letterforms with smooth curves and crisp terminals. Counters are fairly open for the weight, and the overall construction favors simple, circular shapes (notably in O, o, 8, and 9) with occasional angular joins in diagonals and vertices. Spacing and proportions feel slightly compact, with a steady rhythm across uppercase and lowercase that reads strongly in short and medium settings.
Works best where strong presence and quick readability matter, such as headlines, brand marks and lockups, sports and fitness graphics, posters, and bold packaging callouts. It can also serve as a punchy UI or promo typeface for short labels and feature text, especially when a dynamic, italic voice is desired.
The design communicates speed and forward motion through its consistent italic angle and stout forms. It feels contemporary and assertive, with a friendly edge from the rounded geometry, making it suited to energetic, high-impact typography rather than quiet, editorial nuance.
Likely intended as an energetic, modern sans that combines heavy, rounded geometry with a consistent slant to create a fast, emphatic voice. The shapes prioritize clarity and impact, aiming for versatile display use while remaining straightforward and familiar in construction.
Numerals are robust and highly legible, with rounded forms and clear differentiation between similar shapes. The lowercase includes a single-storey a and g, reinforcing the geometric, approachable tone, while the overall silhouette stays tidy and uniform across the set.