Ah! I see you already have quite a background in photography, combined with what must be quite a large budget, I am sure your transition to a DSLR will be smooth.
I'm glad you like the pictures, they are supposed to be warm, I am trying to develop my own style. I want them pin sharp, well lit and you hit the nail on the head with "like I'm there". I don't think the lenses I have are up to the sharp bit yet, but I can work with them.

This is my mate who was sat next to me, I like this one for some reason.
Have you got a few shots from your new camera to share yet ???
Cheers
Cris.