Hi, I am in the market for miniDV camcorder. I have some exprience in capturing and covert miniDV to DVD. I just never own one. I need help to decided what brand to get. here is my requirements.

1) budget 300-400+
2) I like to capture and edit the movie so no DVD camcorder
3) battary life have to be ok.
4) I am currently looking at PV-GS31 is that a good one to get?