Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony A57 and Sony A57 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony A57 has external dimensions of 132 x 98 x 81 mm (5.2 x 3.86 x 3.19″) and weighs 618 g (1.36 lb / 21.80 oz) (including batteries). Sony A57 has external dimensions of 132 x 98 x 81 mm (5.2 x 3.86 x 3.19″) and weighs 618 g (1.36 lb / 21.80 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony A57 and the Sony A57. In this case, we can see that Sony A57 and Sony A57 have the exact same height, width and thickness.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony A57 and Sony A57.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony A57 and Sony A57 have exactly the same weight of 618g.
Also keep in mind that body weight is not the only deciding factor when comparing two interchangeable camera bodies, you also have to take into account the lenses that you will be using with these bodies. Since both Sony A57 and Sony A57 have the same Sony/Minolta Alpha lens mount and APS-C sized sensors, lenses will not be a differentiator on total size of the system.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony SLT-A57 nor Sony SLT-A57 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top DSLR Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony A57 and Sony A57's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Both cameras feature
Fully Articulating screens where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels. Fully articulating screens are also useful for taking Selfies and video.