80D vs X-T2?
I have a little experience with the Canon 50D and Fuji X-T20. Without getting into the weeds too much, I think a Canon is easier for a beginner to get comfortable with than a Fuji. Fuji generally has the better lenses, which can make a difference for serious landscape work. Too bad the Fuji lenses are more expensive too (no free lunch). You can examine high rez images from the Canon lenses that interest you to see if they are sharp enough. One unique advantage for Fuji is their film simulations and other JPG controls. But this applies only to JPGs, where RAW images are concerned I prefer working with Canon RAWs.
I have no experience with high speed work, but I would put my bet on Canon for that.
If I had the budget Fuji would be very tempting. But I would go with a X-E2(s) instead of the X-T2. The controls are different and the X-E2 just suits my style of shooting better.
As Canon is expected to launch a whole new mirrorless line within a year their APS-C DSLR line is really being overshadowed by that. Still very good cameras (as DSLR go), just feels like they are teetering toward extinction. Of course Fuji has a much, much smaller market share than Canon. But the demand for Fuji is steadily growing. No big lurch on their horizon.
What I have actually ended up with is M4/3 (Olympus and Panasonic). Generally better lenses than Canon APS-C at prices lower than Fuji.
rambling Kelly
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