Exporting photo slideshow - HELP!

I've been trying to export my photo slideshow with final cut express 4, and every combination I've tried always comes out blurry when the photos have movement. I was able to export them clearer on imovie. There must be a way to import photos, give them movement and export them somewhat clearly. Can someone please let me know what they have done to achieve this.
Thanks,
David

Thanks for all you help Tom. However, It doesn't seem to be working. I just did a short 5 photo project with new photos and the result was the same using the previous steps - Blurry when in motion and clear when stopped. Do you know anyone who has had success with a photo slideshow with movement to view? Have you tried making one and burning to dvd.
Thanks again for all your time and help. For some reason this is trickier than it looks.
David

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