What is the difference between these Canon PowerShot digital cameras?

[Lucretia]

I want a new digital camera, and Canon PowerShot was recommended to me. It's for casual, vacation picture use.

What's the difference between the Canon PowerShot SD1200-IS and the Canon PowerShot A1100-IS. The latter is cheaper, but will it be lower quality?

[Harvz]

i think your ham in a can. is that true sir?

[justindepp2]

The main difference is in the actual body itself, but the SD series of camera is often the better performer. The A1100 IS is a budget entry-level model and the SD1200 IS is a more stylish looking model.