Flickering distortion when burning movies to DVD

I've noticed that regardless of the source of the movie/photos (digital, scanned, different cameras/camcorders) when the project is finished on a DVD and plays on TV (whether old-fashioned or HD) there are always some sections that have a flicker or shimmer distortion whereas other sections are smooth. I assume this is par for the course and has to do with the conversion process (it plays without distortions on the computer). Is there any software or hardware that can create a more perfect DVD?

I recently downloaded Picasa, not too familiar with it, but will try your suggestion with my next project. Incidentally, just got a DVD re the recent birth of my great nephew, done professionally. Many still photos with Ken Burns effect done as a movie with music. I noticed, the quality was perfect, no flicker distortion whatsoever. So why we have such a problem here? Guess, the processing software for iMovie and iDvd are not up to snuff. Wonder if Final Cut Express Pro and iDVD pro will produce better results. I have both of these programs but I'm too intimidated by their complexity. I might try it if I knew I could get better results. Anyone knows?

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