I also have a Canon Powershot (the specific model is irrelevant because I don't think they make them anymore), but when I was doing research into this, it seemed like that whole series of cameras was very well-regarded for quality in a compact size, and you could more or less just choose your price point and not go too far wrong. Of course that was 2 or 3 years ago. I like my camera a lot...the only thing about it that bugs me is that sometimes it can be a little slow to take the shot when you press the button. The newer models may be better, and/or the competing brands may be just as bad, but it might be something to check on.