Exporting a DVD with better resolution?

Hi there!
I'm trying to export a project to DVD in FCP X but when I try to perform the export Final Cut drops the export resolution to 720x526 automatically, I've no idea how to change it. The actually project I've been working with is 1080p HD. But it's very short, so it's not a question of the file being too large for the DVD. Is there anyway I can change it or stop it from doing this. I'd like to retain as much quality as possible.
Any help would be wonderful!
Thanks!
- R

Just to add to what Tom said…
Since you have a short movie to compress you could also consider an AVCHD disk, which is between the quality of SD and Blu Ray. (These are HD frame size and are an option for movies less than about 35 minutes in length,) You can select the Blu Ray Share option and use your DVD burner to create the disk – using regular DVD blank media. You'd also need a Blu-Ray capable player to view it.
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