Can someone please tell me which of these is the better model i.e. has the best features and video quality as I'm having a hard time deciding!

Have just graduated with a degree in film & tv and need a high quality video camera with variable manual controls that will ultimately look professional on a screen.

Many thanks - all opinions welcome!!

xx

P.S. Any camcorder must have dv in & out so I can edit back to tape, as well as a high quality built in mic for spontaneous use, plus external mic socket for planned shooting! Reasonable battery life would be good too.