Canon Digital IXUS 95 IS / PowerShot SD1200 IS

The Canon IXUS 95 IS / PowerShot SD1200 IS is a small, light and stylish compact that will appeal to anyone who places a premium on looks and ease of use, but can’t stretch to models like the IXUS 100 IS / SD780 IS below. The IXUS 95 IS / SD1200 IS a capable little compact that produces great quality with the minimum of fuss. Sure, the zoom could be a little longer and HD video would be nice too, but those aren't features you'd expect in this price bracket. For our money, Canon has got it right where it matters - style, portability, ease of use and great picture quality. The IXUS 95 IS / SD1200 IS is one of the best budget compacts right now.

Pros: Compact; good quality; viewfinder; low price.
Cons:Basic 3x lens with no wide angle or zooming when filming.
Overall: Stylish compact with good quality at a great price.