Sans Superellipse Ornoy 5 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bartholeme Sans' by Galapagos, 'Rotulo' by Huy!Fonts, and 'JAF Bernini Sans' by Just Another Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, modern, utilitarian, confident, clean, compact, space saving, strong emphasis, contemporary geometry, display clarity, condensed, blocky, rounded corners, closed apertures, high impact.
A condensed, heavy-weight sans with a compact footprint and tight internal counters. Many curves resolve into rounded-rectangle (superellipse-like) forms, giving bowls and shoulders a slightly squared, engineered feel rather than purely circular geometry. Strokes are sturdy and fairly even, with concise terminals and minimal flare, producing dense color and strong silhouette clarity. Lowercase forms are simple and sturdy, with single-storey shapes where expected and small, efficient apertures that emphasize a compact rhythm in text.
Best suited for headlines, poster typography, and brand or packaging applications where a compact, high-impact sans is needed. The condensed proportions and dense weight also work well for signage or UI labels when space is tight and emphasis is desired.
The overall tone is modern and matter-of-fact, with a confident, no-nonsense presence. Its squared rounding reads contemporary and industrial, balancing friendliness from softened corners with authority from dense, compact proportions.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in limited horizontal space while maintaining a clean, contemporary voice. Its superellipse-like rounding suggests a deliberate, engineered geometry aimed at consistent rhythm and strong legibility in display contexts.
At larger sizes the superellipse construction becomes especially apparent in round letters, where corners feel subtly flattened and controlled. The numerals match the same compact, sturdy construction, supporting consistent emphasis in mixed alphanumeric settings.