Dansk Fotografisk Forening

Founded in 1879, the association claims to be the world's oldest organization for professional photographers.

Its objective is to support and develop photography, foster cooperation among its members and prevent unfair competition.

[1] These aims are facilitated by means of courses, seminars and mutual cooperation in order to inspire the association's members and keep them informed of the latest techniques and procedures.

Members can obtain legal advice thanks to contractual agreements with the Danish Union of Journalists, PresseFotograf Forbundet (Danish Union of Press Photographers) and CopyDan, an organisation promoting access to cultural resources against payment of copyright dues.

It should however be mentioned that Austria's Photographische Gesellschaft was founded as early as March 1861.