Family friendly in terms of both operation and price, the SX130 IS will extend the photographic opportunities of anyone more used to happy snapping, without forcing them to confront a particularly steep learning curve like a compact system camera or DSLR might. The full-ish complement of manual controls are there if you want them, for when experience and desire to experiment grows. But, if not, it's a case of point and shoot all the way and generally you get decent results with the minimum of fuss and user input.
What's more this camera feels like great value for money if you don't mind a slightly bulkier and more plastic-y feel than usual. The use of AA batteries is also something to bear in mind, though this can be an advantage as much as a hindrance. We'd argue these are compromises worth making as the SX310 IS packs a lot more into its generously proportioned frame than you'll easily find for an equivalent outlay. It may not be sexy, but it's practical.
(Les notes de la presse sont données à titre indicatif et représentent une interprétation du test par Numerama)
