Best Compact Canon Digital Cameras - 1 to 3 x Optical Zoom

'reasonably fast camera'

'The 10-megapixel camera has as solid feature set for a novice photographer who's ready to move beyond snapping photos in automatic mode.'

' The Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS is an affordable pocket camera with an interesting variety of shooting modes, excellent image quality, and optical image stabilisation. '

'solid overall design'

'Broad feature set for the money.'

'Supports add-on lenses'

'the camera remains stylish and functional.'

'The camera's also speedy.'

'Nearly every Canon compact camera we've tested recently has merited a high rating.'

'On the other side of the SD790 you'll find its I/O ports'

'Build quality is first rate'

'Sleek design, superb image capability and intuitive controls make the SD1100 a solid buy'

'relatively compact, highly flexible, high-resolution camera'

'simple-to-use slim digital camera'

'built-in flash unit'

'Utterly simple edge lines and cut surfaces gleam subtly with high-grade finishes; now offered in a choice of silver or black and silver.'

'When the camera detects human faces in the frame, it automatically selects the best focus and exposure.'

'The Canon Powershot SD900 currently appears at the top of Canon's SD-series due to its 10 megapixels sensor.'

'It easily stands out from the competition, whilst the blend of elegance and user-convenience ensures the Canon 900 Ti is without question a high-quality product.'

'This stunning camera is a must for those who demand the ultimate in performance and style.'

'The Canon PowerShot SD40 is completely PictBridge capable'

'This is a camera of which the concept is simply well considered and cleverly thought out.'

'just what you need to make every image razor sharp and vibrantly colorful.'

'a retractable 3x optical zoom with an equivalent 35mm focal length of 35-105mm'

'Its size is also something which you will probably enjoy, as it is compact enough to slide into one of your pockets.'

'a variety of advanced settings available.'

'All in all, the exquisite Canon IXUS 65 leaves little room for complaint.'