Tanchelyn, I don't really know if you absolutely do not use filters with digital imaging or if you are asking a leading question to see the thoughts to come forth.  Either way, I do appreciate the provoking post from you.  

I came to this thread to reply and see the replies already have covered about all I would say. Except, for me there is something else: A personal desire to get the best "from camera" shot I can.   Years ago I used filters with film, a necessity even if I was a beginner at it. Now, I am am improved photographer and want to use filters for the very reason of getting the best from camera shot I can.  I am no purist when it comes to digital manipulation. I do it all the time to tweek an image here and there. But to tweek less is good for me, personally. To use my personal judgment and get a fine from cam shot is satisfying, indeed.  That is one reason for me to use filters, even if at this moment I do not have the ones I desire.

Richard, there is a thread started by me prior to this one addressing Lee and Cokin systems. If you get a chance, please let me know what you think of the Lee system.  I do also hope someone using the Cokin will reply. I do have one reply on that.   I am determined to get a system but am a bit perplexed as to which to go with.  Oh my.  These "needs" too often out ride the budget!

There is it for now from TomDart.