Filter Help

[di_braun]

I am just a beginner and am wondering what filters are worthwhile. Specifically, when taking mountain landscapes I have found them to be hazy, does a uv filter really make that much of a difference. Also wondering if a polarizing filter is worthwhile to purchase for lakes, rivers... Any suggestions would be much appreciated.

Also, since I'm asking I have been told to shoot in RAW but when I ask why they say just do it, it's better. I do not play with my photos except to correct the exposure every now and then. Without getting too technical can anyone tell me why RAW is the way to go???

Thanks much

[agroni]

I think this topic belongs to the Technical questions. Here are some subjects if you want to read from that room:

ANOTHER question about RAW and JPG

IR Filter question

RAW files to get printed and posted here

Which filter??

UV FILTER IN STUDIO SETUP

Hope you find what you need