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UV Filters
Argument for: 1. Adds some protection to the lens' front element from scratches, accidental bumps, some subset of drops, etc 2. Cuts out some UV haze
Argument against: 1. Adds another piece of glass that could cause flare, vignetting, and general image degradation, especially with a cheap one 2. If you get a not-cheap one to combat the above problems... it's not cheap 3. Doesn't protect against all lens damage (and therefore provides a false sense of security). More lens damage would be prevented by keeping a hood on the lens (which would also noticeably increase image quality).
Both sides have valid arguments. I personally don't use a UV filter because I trust myself not to drop a lens and I'm too lazy to deal with 'em.
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