I bought a NV-GS300, one month and a half ago in Japan. I think it is the same as PV-GS300 but don't why there are 2 names. This is my first camera so I am not an expert at all but I just wanted to say how I 'felt' this camcorder. I think it is a good product : good quality of video, many options, EASY and SIMPLE to use, good zoom and very good OIS ! I would only say a drawback : the quality of the photos : before buying it, I read 'wow, the photo mode is awesome...' but, as I like good photos, I was a bit disappointed about this. BUT, and that is very important, this is only valid if you want to make very good pictures otherwise for 'souvenirs' pictures like family pictures or trip pictures, this is very suitable. this is my newbie point of view.