Eric Tanaka

well, im thinking of buying an HV30 is there any better consumer camcorder? im only in high school, so i cant fork over $8000+ so if you guys have any suggestions that would be really great. i heard the sony's dont have good microphones and from the reviews i have seen, the HV20/30 is the best place to go. but before i jump the gun and get it, is there any better camcorder for the prosumer?