Well, I've probably been able to find out the difference between the two versions: there doesn't seem to be one. Apparently, rumours about the "E version" are circulating on the internet. A specialist explained to me that the "E" probably stands for Europe.

I had read about version 2 that it supported Dual I.S. and would seal better against moisture and dust.

I was also supplied with the H-ES12060 without E. I ordered the camera 2 weeks ago. What is supposed to be better about version 2?

In my case it is the H-ES12060. I couldn't find out what the difference is to the H-ES12060E. / TG