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I never use a UV filter to protect my lens for two reasons, firstly it *can* cause reflections in the image and reduce colour contrast in backlit situations (when light is behind the subject). I have done tests on this and it makes no difference what UV filter you use from the best to the worst, they all do it.
Secondly I won't use a 'cheap' piece of glass in front of an expensive piece of glass (the lens). Additional layers of glass introduce distortions and other anomalies. I use the best lenses I can afford, I don't believe in negating some of that quality.
I know it's easy to damage a front element, no matter how careful you are, I am not kind to my gear, it just get's thrown in a case and has to take it's chance. To date I haven't damaged a front element. (Kiss of death there!!!)
Many here will disagree.
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Robert.