Thanks guys. I did some more research and found that the Panasonic PV-GS320 does not have a flash or external mic input. I couldn't care less about the mic input, but the lack of flash is a big deal. Apparently the 320 replaced last year's 300 model, and it did have a flash. Unfortunately, no one has them in stock anymore. So then I looked at the Sony DCR-HC96. It can be had for $409, and has a built-in flash. It will shoot 3 mp stills. It is supposedly better in low-light conditions than the Panasonic. However, it is a 1 CCD system as opposed to the 3 CCD system in the panasonic. I haven't found any good direct comparisons between the 2 models, but I really want a flash. I would just buy the Sony (the price is right), but I want to be sure that the 1 CCD system wil be adequate video picture quality.
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