The Canon PowerShot A1000 greatest threats come from the aforementioned Kodak EasyShare V1073 and M1033.
Both models are thinner, use rechargeable batteries, and capture HD video, for about the same price. What these other two don’t offer is the image quality and ease of use that come with the A1000 IS. This entry-level camera excels at the basics: dead-simple Easy Mode shooting, sharp images, and speedy performance, all at a very palatable price, so it easily earns our Editors’ Choice for best low-cost point–and-shoot model.
PROS: -
Great image quality for the price. Handy Easy Mode prevents you from accidentally changing settings. Fast recycle/boot-up times with little shutter lag.
CONS: -
Bulky. Viewfinder clips part of your images. High amounts of noise even at low ISO settings.