Most of the ones I see are running from $250.00 - $550.00 U.S. Unless your friend is going to make you a real sweet heart of a deal you can pick up a new or factory demo of other brands for the same price.

Not to bash Canon as they make a great product but they are #1 in sales and charge you for the name. Unless you are getting a great deal on this, say in the $200 - $300 U.S. range I think I would take a serious look at a Pentax, Olympus or Nikon.

Check these guys out. They are very fair on their prices, ship overseas and have excellent service:

http://stores.ebay.com/Cameta-Camera...QQftidZ2QQtZkm

You might consider taking your friends camera to the local photo shop and have it's value estimated.