I bought 2 of these around X-mas of last year for just over $200 each.  I really like the camera for the ease of use.  All the buttons and menu layout all are well designed and thought out enough, so that if you used a digital camera before, you don't have to read the manuel to figure out how to use all the functions.  I also like the fast start up time, the long battery life, and the various functions like video, continuous shooting mode etc...  None of these functions are unique to Cannon cameras though.  The color rendition is excellent.And this camera is pretty durable too.  I've carry one of these around often in my jean pocket.  The view screen did get scratched up a bit, but that's my fault for keeping coins and keys in the same pocket occasionally.What I didn't like about this camera is the quality of the pictures.  Even in good light you don't get really crisp and sharp pictures.  Perhaps I'm not being fair here.  The pictures from my Fuji2700 (only 2 mega pixels) look much crisper and sharper, but that camera is much bulkier with the bigger lens.  To be fair, I have not seen better pictures from any other super compact cameras in this class either.So, over all I would recommend this camera over any other comparable 6Mega pixel models in the same price range.  Just remember that it's great for taking snap shots and a bit more, but it's still a compact pocket camera with limitations. 

Question: How is the design of the camera?
Answer: all are well designed and thought out enough