Olympus has released Camera PEN lens with motorized zoom lens

The Olympus lens M. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-50mm F3.5-6.3 EZ, which was the first objective of the company for cameras with interchangeable lens system Micro Four Thirds, equipped with a motorized zoom. The lens is designed for use with cameras of Olympus PEN, has driven zoom with three speeds and the ability to manually change the focal length. When you switch to macro mode the minimum focusing distance is reduced to 20-50 cm, which corresponds to an increase in x0, 72. The lens is protected from dust and splashes. U.S. residents can purchase a lens from mid-January for $ 500. PS And everything is good, but why is it so dark?  After all, F3.5-6.3 as something quite sad.