My initial thoughts were to create a Ross corrector combination. The optician friend of mine is a mirror pusher as well. We think that it might be doable.
> PS do you intend to use a secondary (i.e. Newtonian configuration),
> or direct prime focus photography ?
I would opt for the massive standard newt secondary. I haven't figured out the exact size though. I would imagine that it would be in the 3 - 4 inch range. It would most likely be designed so the tube would be very tight to the primary to minimize the distance the secondary would need to throw the light.
Any thoughts about optical quality as seen on the film ?
A) Would a massive 40% - 45% central obstruction be that noticable ?
B) Think the primary will be a challange ? I love a challange.
The idea seems to be more appealing to me than having the curved single film idea of a Schmidt camera. A Ross corrector leaves the film in the camera, ready to have a 50mm standard lens placed in front of it. This is very convenient.
Best regards, clark@mitra.com