I have a Canon powershot A560, (probably obsolete by now)
it is a bit bulky but real easy to use, my son has a Canon powershot as well it looks about the same but has more features and better quality, (I can't tell the difference)..
regular batteries is a great feature, my last camera worked fine, but I couldn't get a replacement battery, (Pentex)
I like the SD card feature as well, I have only filled it once.. and my printer/all in one has several slots and once you insert it, the computer does the rest.. (real simple)
I've used my brothers' Rebel.. nice camera, it is real lightweight, easy to use, but still a bit to bulky for everyday...