Have the JVC GZ-HM1SEU now for two weeks. In the beginning, kept my enthusiasm in limits (automatic mode). That's not bad and also good to very good results when time is scarce. But only in daylight. Woe more could you want ... So then only times the manual and the "Advanced Manual (on CD)" studied extensively. And simultaneously tested the "Manual Mode". MUST take this time you have to just (-: Then you get very quickly glittering eyes and the "AHA effect" can not be long in coming. With the right settings is fantastic recordings are made with cloud sky at dusk and selbs making in the dark, honest. My tip, learn from professionals: Tripod use! So you get the clearest, sharpest, most colorful images. To build quality there is nothing to write: 1A