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I just installed a polarizing lens filter on my 150-600mm telephoto lens last week. This week, I was photographing birds by boat when my camera strap slipped off my shoulder and fell to the deck, lens first. I tried the camera out, and it seemed to be shooting fine, despite the cracks.
I just got home and took off the filter and the lens is fine! My relief is palpable. If you have been putting off adding a filter to your expensive lenses, I really recommend it.
I always wonder if the front element would have got damaged in the same way the filter did. Its likely a lot thicker glass.
Not that I'm advocating risking it.
From experience with older lenses....
Probably not damaged the same way, but it can cause other issues without a straight up crack.
That said, an old lens adapted to a modern body can make for some great and fun shots, highly recommended!